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Travel from Athens to Cyprus aboard Running on Waves on an eight-day voyage combining tall-ship sailing, professional diving practice and advanced wreck-diving preparation.
The route crosses the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean, connecting Milos, Rhodes, Pefkos and Kastellorizo before reaching Cyprus for the main event of the programme: diving at the MS Zenobia wreck near Larnaca. Days ashore alternate with longer passages at sea, creating time for practical dives, theoretical training and life aboard a real sailing ship.
Practical diving sessions are organised with professional local diving centres and adapted to each guest’s experience and certification level. Guests should confirm in advance which equipment they will bring; missing equipment can be rented locally, while diving equipment, instructor services and guided underwater tours are not included in the cruise price.
Between training sessions, guests can relax in the Jacuzzi, use the ship’s kayaks, windsurf boards and snorkelling equipment, join sailing practices or spend time on the open decks. Full-board dining, comfortable cabins and a limited number of guests create a relaxed base for a programme built around diving, learning and long passages at sea
Running on Waves is organizing a grand dive cruise from November 7, 2026 to November 14, 2026, around the Greek islands, featuring the "Advanced Wreck Diving" training program.
First of all, our cruise is a great opportunity to:
- to forget about the usual routine for a week and spend time on board a sailing ship in the company of like-minded people,
- travel in cozy cabins,
- enjoy full meals,
- get an adventure a board tall ship,
- visit Milos, Rhodes and Castellorizo,
- master theoretical diving classes with an expert,
- practice diving lessons with the best equipment from professional diving clubs.
Our sailing cruise will include, for the first time, a course in "Psycho-Emotional Preparation."
- Neutralization and suppression of negative emotions;
- Physiological stress management;
- Self-regulation techniques and methods;
- What is necessary for wreck penetration diving;
- Replace panic with a clear action plan;
- Theory and practice of rescuing methods and techniques in emergency situations during wreck penetration diving;
- A clear algorithm for action according to emergency protocols.
- The swimmer must reach a state where any emergency
situation is perceived not as a catastrophe, but as a task requiring the implementation of a clear algorithm.
In an extreme situation, you will not rise to the level of your
expectations; you will fall to the level of your training. At some point, all illusions will disappear, and you will be left alone with
what you have trained within yourself.
Please let us know during booking what diving equipment you will be bringing with you and what you will be missing, and we will organise the rent from local diving centers (not included in the cruise price).
Arrival information
The most convenient airport for arrival?
Athens International Airport — ATH.
What is the easiest way to get to the port of Piraeus from the Airport?
Taxi (usually up to 60 euros) or private transfer on your request. It will take 60-90 minutes.
Check-in and departure of the cruise:
November 7th at 15:00-19:00. Departure 20:00. Piraeus Cruise Terminal A
Please check our day-by-day cruise program below:
Afternoon
Arrive at Piraeus Cruise Terminal A between 15:00 and 19:00 and board Running on Waves. After settling into your cabin, meet the crew, the diving experts and the other guests joining the voyage.
The first hours on board are used to introduce the ship, review the programme and discuss individual diving experience. Guests can also confirm which personal equipment they have brought and which items need to be rented from local diving centres later in the cruise.
Evening
The voyage begins with a welcome and safety briefing, followed by the first dinner on board.
Running on Waves departs Piraeus at approximately 20:00 and begins the overnight passage towards Milos. Spend the evening getting familiar with the ship and preparing for the first day in the water.
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The first island and diving practice
Morning
Wake as Running on Waves approaches Milos, arriving at approximately 08:00. Breakfast is served on board with views of the island’s rocky coastline and sheltered bays.
The morning provides time for an introduction to the practical part of the programme. Depending on the final arrangements with the local diving centre, divers prepare their equipment, complete a briefing and review essential underwater procedures.
Day
Join the first practical diving or skills-check session of the cruise, adapted to the experience and certification level of the group. The dive allows guests to become familiar with the local equipment, instructors and conditions before the more advanced wreck-diving programme later in the voyage.
Guests who are not diving can explore Milos independently, spend time near the water or use the ship’s snorkelling and watersports equipment when conditions allow.
Evening
Return to Running on Waves for dinner and a review of the day’s diving.
The ship remains near Milos until approximately 22:00 before beginning a longer passage east. The evening may include an introductory theory session outlining the objectives of the Advanced Wreck Diving programme.
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| Estimated time of departure: | 22:00 |
Sea day
Whole day TALL SHIP sailing
Rhodes: Medieval Old Town, Lindos Acropolis, Valley of the Butterflies
Rhodes is the largest of Greece’s Dodecanese islands, located in the southeastern Aegean Sea near Turkey. Famed for its combination of medieval history and sandy beaches, it features the UNESCO-listed Old Town of Rhodes, the ancient Acropolis of Lindos, and the historic Palace of the Grand Masters.
| Estimated time of arrival: | 08:00 |
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| Estimated time of departure: | 20:00 |
The edge of the Greece
Kastellorizo (or Megisti) is the easternmost Greek island, located in the Dodecanese near the Turkish coast (roughly 2 km from Kaş). Known for its colorful neoclassical harbor houses, tranquil atmosphere, and the stunning Blue Cave, it offers a peaceful getaway rich in history, including the Red Castle and the 1991 movie Mediterraneo location.
| Estimated time of arrival: | 08:00 |
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| Estimated time of departure: | 20:00 |
Whole day TALL SHIP sailing
Palm‑lined Finikoudes Promenade, ancient Kition ruins, Hala Sultan Tekke.
Larnaca is a vibrant coastal city on the southern shore of Cyprus, known for its relaxed atmosphere and rich historical heritage. The city boasts the picturesque Finikoudes Promenade lined with palm trees, the ancient ruins of Kition dating back to the Bronze Age, and the striking Hala Sultan Tekke mosque near the salt lake. Its long sandy beaches and mild climate make it a popular destination for both history enthusiasts and beach lovers.
Larnaca: Palm‑lined Finikoudes Promenade, ancient Kition ruins, Hala Sultan Tekke.
Larnaca is a vibrant coastal city on the southern shore of Cyprus, known for its relaxed atmosphere and rich historical heritage. The city boasts the picturesque Finikoudes Promenade lined with palm trees, the ancient ruins of Kition dating back to the Bronze Age, and the striking Hala Sultan Tekke mosque near the salt lake. Its long sandy beaches and mild climate make it a popular destination for both history enthusiasts and beach lovers.
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At sea (76%)
In port (24%)
Outside the cruise
Please check the terms below:
- Full board
- Coffee/ tea and still water, crackers free during the day at the bar counter
- Road bike
- Guided or individual cycling tours as described in the itinerary
- English and German speaking tour guide (Greek)
- Kayaks, windsurf boards, fins and masks for snorkeling
- Entertainments on board: show and animation programs, sails practices, karaoke (activities are indicative and may differ from cruise to cruise, depending on weather, cruise schedule, cruise program, cruise itinerary, guests' preferences, etc)
- SAT TV in the cabins
- Jacuzzi
- Cocktails, alcohol and drinks in the bar
- Meals and beverages ashore
- Entrances not mentioned in the itinerary
- Laundry services
- Air tickets, transfer and visa cost
- Diving equipment and diving instructor services, underwater group tours
E-Bikes rental cost: approx. 315 euro / week Cannondale Tesoro X 2 StepThru; approx. 525 euro / week Specialized TURBO TERO 4.0
- 2 adults +1 child 8-12 years, discount for children (in Economy class) - 100% off
- 2 adults +1 child 12-18 years, discount for children (in Economy class) - 50% off
- 1 adult + 1 child 8-12 years, discount for children (in Standard & Premium class) - 50% off
- 1 adult + 1 child 12-18 years, discount for children (in Standard & Premium class) - 25% off
Itinerary changes:
* Please note that the quoted timing (arrival /departure time to/from the islands, as well as some ports) is indicative and may slightly change due to weather conditions and especially for the sake of better provisioning of all the activities and benefits of the cruise.
Notice: For safety reasons children are allowed on board starting from the age of 8. Children under 8 may be allowed on board by special permission of the Company.