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Astypalea: Day Cruise to Koutsomitis & Kounoupes with Lunch

Astypalea: Day Cruise to Koutsomitis & Kounoupes with Lunch

Start the cruise at 11:00 AM with a stop for photos at Agia Kyriaki. Continue on to Kounoupa island. Beach towels, shower, WiFi, refreshments, beers and wine will be provided. At 1:00 PM the crew will serve the first light meal, a platter with a variety of cheese, sausages, local nuts, jam and dried fruit accompanied by bottled wine, beer, and soft drinks. Next, stop at Koutsomitis island where you will stay until around 3:00 PM. Take a dip in the crystal-clear waters exploring every corner of the island using the diving equipment that is provided free of charge.  Head to Agios Fokas island at around 4:00 PM. Admire the picturesque sandy beaches before continuing on to the Red Rocks, a unique landscape of historical significance where submarines were hidden during World War II. Explore the clear waters and caves and dive from the rocks. The crew will prepare your lunch consisting of pasta with shrimps and salad accompanied by wine. Return back to port at around 6:00 PM.

Astypalea: The Round of Island with Lunch

Astypalea: The Round of Island with Lunch

Start at 11 AM with the first stop at Ag. Fokas Beach where you will stay until 12:30 PM. Beach towels, water, refreshments, and beers will be provided along the way. A short stop will be enough to start the festivities and enjoy the picturesque views at one of the best sandy beaches you will encounter in Astypalaia. Next, depart for Vathy Bay and encounter tall rocky cliffs, caves, and cover on the way. Arrive at Vathy at 13:30 PM where you will be served the first light meal, a platter with a variety of cheeses, sausages, local nuts, jam, and dried fruits accompanied by bottled wine, beer, and soft drinks. At 14:30 PM depart to Ag. Ioannis Richtis beach with an estimated arrival time of 4 PM. On the way, pass through the North and Western parts of Astypalaia passing through the beaches, Pachia Ammos, and Panormos. At Ag. Ioannis Richtis, swim in the green crystal waters and explore every corner of the tall rocks using the snorkeling equipment provided. As you explore the area, the crew will prepare your lunch consisting of pasta with shrimp and salad accompanied by wine and dessert.

Astypalaia : Private trip to Koutsomiti, Kounoupa & Red Rock

Astypalaia : Private trip to Koutsomiti, Kounoupa & Red Rock

1. We commence our journey around 11:00 am (flexible start time ) and our first stop is the island of St. Kyriaki and then to Red Rock bay . During the trop you are provided with towels, water, refreshments and beer. 2. Next stop is the Agios Fokas island . A short stop is enough to have a change of scenery and enjoy the picturesque beach, which is considered as the best sandy beach that you will find in Astypalea. 3.The next stop is Koutsomitis island . Here you will cherish the crystal-clear emerald waters by exploring every corner of the island by using the snorkelling gear that is provided for free by the crew. 4. The last stop is Kounoupa island . Here , you can enjoy a cocktail or lunch using the restaurant services . !!! The order of stops may be changed to avoid meeting other larger vessels. The purpose of the crew is for you to enjoy the blue waters of Astypalaia with as much privacy as possible.

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