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Travel from Corfu to Athens aboard Running on Waves, following a route that connects the green Ionian Islands with the rugged coastline of the Peloponnese.
Over eight days, the ship calls at Kefalonia, Zakynthos, Katakolo, Pylos, Gytheio and Nafplion. The journey brings together contrasting parts of Greece: sea caves and clear-water bays, the birthplace of the Olympic Games, the stone landscapes of Mani, fortified harbours and historic coastal towns.
Daily yoga sessions with a professional instructor become part of the natural rhythm of the voyage. Practices take place on board, surrounded by open sea and changing coastal scenery, with additional sessions ashore whenever the route and conditions allow. Some mornings begin with movement on deck before breakfast, while quieter evening practices help the body recover after swimming, walking and exploring.
Between destinations, guests can relax in jacuzzi, swim directly from the ship, snorkel, kayak or windsurf, or simply settle into a shaded corner of the deck. Full-board dining, spacious outdoor areas and a limited number of guests create a relaxed onboard experience without separating the retreat from the journey itself.
This is a yoga retreat for travellers who also want to discover Greece rather than remain in one location: each day introduces a new coastline, a new town and a different setting in which to move, rest and reconnect.
Welcome aboard
Afternoon
Arrive in Corfu and make your way to the port to board Running on Waves. After settling into your cabin, meet the crew, the yoga instructor and the other guests joining the retreat.
Depending on your arrival time, explore Corfu Old Town before embarkation. Its narrow lanes, arcaded Liston promenade, Spianada Square and Venetian fortifications reveal the different cultures that have shaped the island over centuries.
Evening
The voyage begins with a safety briefing and an introduction to the retreat programme. Dinner is served on board as the ship prepares to leave Corfu and turn south towards Kefalonia.
The first evening is deliberately unhurried: time to become familiar with the ship, step onto the open deck and watch the lights of Corfu recede behind the stern.
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| Estimated time of departure: | 25.07.2026 21:00 |
Caves, mountains and Ionian water
Morning
Begin the first full day at sea with yoga on deck, followed by breakfast as Running on Waves approaches Kefalonia.
The island’s scale and landscape set it apart from its Ionian neighbours. Forested mountains descend towards white-pebble beaches, while caves and underground waterways run beneath the limestone terrain.
Day
Spend time swimming, snorkelling or exploring the coast from the ship’s watersports platform. An optional excursion may take you to Melissani Cave, where small rowing boats cross an underground lake illuminated through an opening in the cave roof. Nearby options can include Drogarati Cave, the waterfront town of Sami or one of Kefalonia’s beaches.
Evening
Return to the ship for dinner and a calmer yoga or stretching session. The vessel continues south towards Zakynthos as the sun sets over the Ionian Sea.
| Estimated time of arrival: | 26.07.2026 15:00 |
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| Estimated time of departure: | 26.07.2026 22:00 |
Blue Caves and protected coastline
Morning
Wake beside the pale cliffs and vivid water of Zakynthos. A morning yoga session prepares the body for a day centred on the sea, followed by breakfast on board.
Weather and sea conditions permitting, the ship explores the coastline around the northern part of the island. Here, sunlight reflects from the white limestone beneath the surface, producing the intense colours associated with the Blue Caves.
Day
Swim, snorkel or take a kayak closer to the rocky shoreline. There is also time to go ashore and experience another side of Zakynthos through its coastal villages, local tavernas and viewpoints.
The island is also known for the protected marine environment of Laganas Bay, an important habitat for loggerhead turtles, although wildlife sightings can never be guaranteed.
Evening
Return to Running on Waves for dinner and an evening practice on deck while the ship sets course for the western Peloponnese.
| Estimated time of arrival: | 27.07.2026 14:00 |
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| Estimated time of departure: | 28.07.2026 08:00 |
Port for the homeland of Olympic Games
Morning
Start the day with yoga as the ship approaches Katakolo, a small harbour on the western coast of the Peloponnese. After breakfast, go ashore to explore the port or join an optional excursion inland.
Day
Katakolo is the maritime gateway to Ancient Olympia, the sanctuary where the ancient Olympic Games originated. The archaeological complex includes the remains of the stadium, temples dedicated to Zeus and Hera, training grounds and the workshop associated with the sculptor Phidias.
A guided visit can also include the Archaeological Museum, where sculptures and objects found at the sanctuary help reconstruct the rituals, competitions and daily life of the ancient site.
Guests remaining near the coast can walk around Katakolo, stop at a waterfront café or enjoy a nearby beach.
Evening
Back on board, ease into a restorative practice before dinner and an overnight passage further south.
| Estimated time of arrival: | 28.07.2026 12:00 |
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| Estimated time of departure: | 28.07.2026 23:00 |
Myriad of beaches across a vast bay, lagoon with flamingos, waterfalls and caves
Morning
A gentle morning session on deck is followed by breakfast with views of Navarino Bay. Protected from the open sea by the long island of Sphacteria, the bay forms one of the most distinctive natural harbours in the Peloponnese.
Day
Go ashore in Pylos, a compact town arranged in the form of an amphitheatre above the waterfront. Walk through the central Three Admirals Square, pause beneath the plane trees and continue towards the harbour and Neokastro fortress.
The surrounding coastline offers opportunities for swimming, kayaking and walking, while the bay’s calm water provides a change of pace after several days of open-sea sailing.
Evening
Return to the ship for a relaxed dinner. As Running on Waves leaves the bay, an evening yoga session focuses on mobility and recovery before the journey around the southern Peloponnese.
| Estimated time of arrival: | 29.07.2026 08:00 |
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| Estimated time of departure: | 29.07.2026 20:00 |
Former port of Sparta
Morning
Meet the day with yoga as the ship approaches Gytheio. The town rises above a working harbour, with fishing boats along the waterfront and the dry, mountainous landscape of Mani beyond it.
Day
Spend time exploring Gytheio at your own pace, walking along the seafront and through streets lined with traditional and neoclassical buildings.
Depending on the excursion programme, it may also be possible to travel deeper into Mani. This part of the Peloponnese is known for stone villages, defensive tower houses, Byzantine chapels, small coves and the caves of Diros.
Back at the ship, the swimming platform, kayaks and snorkelling equipment are available whenever anchorage and weather conditions permit.
Evening
A slower evening practice brings attention back to breathing and balance. Dinner is served as the vessel continues east towards the Argolic Gulf.
| Estimated time of arrival: | 30.07.2026 08:00 |
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| Estimated time of departure: | 30.07.2026 18:00 |
Fortresses and the old harbour
Morning
The final full day of the retreat begins in the bay of Nafplion, also known as Nafplio. Practise yoga on deck with the old town, the harbour and the surrounding Peloponnese hills in view.
Day
Go ashore to explore one of Greece’s most atmospheric coastal towns. Nafplio served as the first capital of modern Greece and retains a blend of Venetian fortifications, neoclassical houses and Ottoman-era buildings.
Walk around Syntagma Square and the old harbour, look across the water towards the island fortress of Bourtzi or climb towards Akronafplia. Those looking for a more active route can visit Palamidi Fortress above the town for wide views over the Argolic Gulf.
There is time for lunch, local shops and an independent walk through the pedestrian streets before returning to the ship.
Evening
Gather for the final yoga session and farewell dinner on board. The ship leaves Nafplion and begins its last passage towards Athens.
| Estimated time of arrival: | 31.07.2026 10:00 |
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| Estimated time of departure: | 31.07.2026 20:00 |
End of the voyage
Morning
Running on Waves arrives in Athens. Enjoy a final breakfast on board before saying goodbye to the crew, the instructor and the guests who have shared the journey from Corfu.
Disembarkation marks the end of the cruise, but the trip can be extended with additional time in Athens. Explore the historic centre, visit the Acropolis or spend a final evening beside the Aegean before travelling home.
Eight days after leaving the Ionian Sea, the retreat concludes on the opposite side of Greece, with a week of yoga, sailing and changing landscapes behind you.
| Estimated time of arrival: | 01.08.2026 08:00 |
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YOUR EARLY BOOKING BENEFITS:
30% off the cabin fare if booked more than 9 months prior to departure date of your chosen cruise;
20% off the cabin fare if booked 9 to 6 months prior to departure date of your chosen cruise;
10% off the cabin fare if booked 6 to 3 months prior to departure date of your chosen cruise.
Please note that the above discounts do not have direct force. They can be revoked or renewed again depending on bokking situation. Please refer to your booking confirmation to see if a discount applies.
• Full board meals
• Coffee/ tea and still water, snacks free during the day at the bar counter
• Kayaks, windsurf boards, fins and masks for snorkeling
• Water slide
• Entertainments on board: show and animation programs, sails practices, karaoke, knot tying, other master classes, mast climbing
• SAT TV in the cabins
• INTERNET
• Jacuzzi
• Yoga sessions with professional instructor
- Cocktails, alcohol and drinks in the bar
- Diving equipment and diving instructor services, underwater group tours
- Bus excursions with invited guide
- Laundry services
- Air tickets, transfer and visa cost
- Service charge (tips) (on passengers decision)
- 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.