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Find the Adventure That’s Right for You
Our Activity Level rating system ranks adventures on a scale of 1 (easiest) to 5 (most difficult) to help you determine if a trip is right for you. See the descriptions below for more information about the physical requirements associated with each rating, and see our itineraries for much more detailed physical activity information about each trip.
Activity Level 1:
Easy
Travelers should be able to climb 25 stairs consecutively, plus walk at least 1-2 miles over some uneven surfaces without difficulty. Walks typically last at least 1-2 hours at a time. Altitude can range from zero to 5,000 feet.
Activity Level 2:
Moderately Easy
Travelers should be able to climb 40 stairs consecutively, plus walk at least 2-3 miles over some uneven surfaces without difficulty. Walks typically last for at least 2-3 hours at a time. Altitude can range from zero to 5,000 feet.
Activity Level 3:
Moderate
Travelers should be able to climb 60 stairs consecutively, plus walk at least 3 miles over some steep slopes and loose or uneven surfaces without difficulty. Walks typically last for 3 or more hours at a time. Altitude can range from 5,000 to 7,000 feet.
Activity Level 4:
Moderately Strenuous
Travelers should be able to climb 80 stairs consecutively, plus walk at least 4 miles over some steep slopes and loose or uneven surfaces without difficulty. Walks typically last for 4 or more hours at a time. Altitude can range from 7,000 to 9,000 feet. Expect three or more one-night stays in some locations, and very limited free time for rest or independent exploration.
Activity Level 5:
Strenuous
Travelers should be able to climb 100 or more stairs consecutively, plus walk at least 8 miles over some steep slopes and loose or uneven surfaces without difficulty. Walks typically last for 4 or more hours at a time. Altitude can range from 10,000 feet or more.
Weather permitting, enjoy a meal outside on the Sun Deck
Upper deck cabin with balcony, porthole, and two single beds
Main deck cabin with porthole
Open-seating dining room
Bar & lounge
Owned, operated, and staffed by Overseas Adventure Travel, these 50-passenger ships were designed specifically for two groups of 25 travelers.
Pictured: M/V Athena
Our Mediterranean small ships are equipped with six electronic bicycles (e-bikes) and two manual bicycles, which you can use for independent exploration. Bicycles can be obtained through the front desk, and your Trip Experience Leader would be happy to recommend popular routes and places of interest.
The Arethusa and Athena feature four passenger decks with a variety of public spaces, including outdoor seating areas, a bar & lounge, and an open-seating dining room. Cabins are located on three of the levels. While all 26 cabins feature outside views (either a balcony or porthole), each of the available categories offers its own advantages.
Take in coastal views from your seat on the Sun Deck, which is complete with classic wooden chairs in an open-seating arrangement for admiring the vast ocean and surrounding seaside towns. Feel the sea breeze as you relax with your fellow travelers, a book or a drink in hand. Weather permitting, you may also enjoy a meal and a cocktail at the outdoor bar & grill.
Experience your small ship sailing in and out of intimate ports from your private balcony on the Upper Deck. Plus, your cabin is located with easy access to the Sun Deck, so you can make your way topside for panoramic views.
Upper Deck Category A
- Located one level below the Sun Deck and one level above the restaurant and bar/lounge
- Standard twin cabin, 150-163 sq. ft.
- Small private balcony with table and chairs, 45 sq. ft.
- One round, fixed porthole (20” in diameter)
- Two single beds that can be converted to one double bed
- Private bath with shower
- Includes a closet with 3 drawers and a shelf, small table with two chairs, bed-side table with lamps, and desk/vanity table with large mirror
- Flat screen TV with CNN, telephone, mini fridge, safe deposit box, hair dryer
- Individually controlled air conditioning & heaters
- All cabins are non-smoking
Upper Deck Category B
- Located near the stairs; one level below the Sun Deck and one level above the restaurant and bar/lounge
- Standard twin cabin, 150-163 sq. ft.
- Small private balcony with table and chairs, 45 sq. ft.
- One round, fixed porthole (20” in diameter)
- Two single beds that can be converted to one double bed
- Private bath with shower
- Includes a closet with 3 drawers and a shelf, small table with two chairs, bed-side table with lamps, and desk/vanity table with large mirror
- Flat screen TV with CNN, telephone, mini fridge, safe deposit box, hair dryer
- Individually controlled air conditioning & heaters
- All cabins are non-smoking
- Located one level below the Sun Deck and one level above the restaurant and bar/lounge
- Standard twin cabin, 150-163 sq. ft.
- Small private balcony with table and chairs, 45 sq. ft.
- One round, fixed porthole (20” in diameter)
- Two single beds that can be converted to one double bed
- Private bath with shower
- Includes a closet with 3 drawers and a shelf, small table with two chairs, bed-side table with lamps, and desk/vanity table with large mirror
- Flat screen TV with CNN, telephone, mini fridge, safe deposit box, hair dryer
- Individually controlled air conditioning & heaters
- All cabins are non-smoking
- Located near the stairs; one level below the Sun Deck and one level above the restaurant and bar/lounge
- Standard twin cabin, 150-163 sq. ft.
- Small private balcony with table and chairs, 45 sq. ft.
- One round, fixed porthole (20” in diameter)
- Two single beds that can be converted to one double bed
- Private bath with shower
- Includes a closet with 3 drawers and a shelf, small table with two chairs, bed-side table with lamps, and desk/vanity table with large mirror
- Flat screen TV with CNN, telephone, mini fridge, safe deposit box, hair dryer
- Individually controlled air conditioning & heaters
- All cabins are non-smoking
On the Main Deck, you’re in close proximity to the bar/lounge and open-seating restaurant. Just steps outside your door, you’ll find our reception area and the ship’s library. For relaxation, the bar/lounge features inviting leather couches and soft chairs. When it’s time for meals, head to our large, open-seating dining room.
Main Deck Category C
- Located on the same level as the restaurant and bar/lounge; and two levels below the Sun Deck
- Standard twin cabin, 155-160 sq. ft.
- Two round, fixed portholes (20” in diameter)
- Two single beds that can be converted to one double bed
- Private bath with shower
- Includes a closet with 3 drawers and a shelf, bed-side table with lamps, and desk/vanity table with large mirror
- Flat screen TV with CNN, telephone, mini fridge, safe deposit box, hair dryer
- Individually controlled air conditioning & heaters
- All cabins are non-smoking
Main Deck Category D
- Located near the stairs on the same level as the restaurant and bar/lounge; and two levels below the Sun Deck
- Standard twin cabin, 155-160 sq. ft.
- Two round, fixed portholes (20” in diameter)
- Two single beds that can be converted to one double bed
- Private bath with shower
- Includes a closet with 3 drawers and a shelf, bed-side table with lamps, and desk/vanity table with large mirror
- Flat screen TV with CNN, telephone, mini fridge, safe deposit box, hair dryer
- Individually controlled air conditioning & heaters
- All cabins are non-smoking
- Located on the same level as the restaurant and bar/lounge; and two levels below the Sun Deck
- Standard twin cabin, 155-160 sq. ft.
- Two round, fixed portholes (20” in diameter)
- Two single beds that can be converted to one double bed
- Private bath with shower
- Includes a closet with 3 drawers and a shelf, bed-side table with lamps, and desk/vanity table with large mirror
- Flat screen TV with CNN, telephone, mini fridge, safe deposit box, hair dryer
- Individually controlled air conditioning & heaters
- All cabins are non-smoking
- Located near the stairs on the same level as the restaurant and bar/lounge; and two levels below the Sun Deck
- Standard twin cabin, 155-160 sq. ft.
- Two round, fixed portholes (20” in diameter)
- Two single beds that can be converted to one double bed
- Private bath with shower
- Includes a closet with 3 drawers and a shelf, bed-side table with lamps, and desk/vanity table with large mirror
- Flat screen TV with CNN, telephone, mini fridge, safe deposit box, hair dryer
- Individually controlled air conditioning & heaters
- All cabins are non-smoking
If you would prefer a single room, private cabins are available on the Lower Deck at no additional cost. Enjoy the privacy of your single cabin complete with a private bath and shower, a twin bed, and portholes for views of the sparkling sea.
Lower Deck Category S
- Crew area located on this deck
- Single cabin, 120-135 sq. ft.
- 2 fixed portholes (20” in diameter)
- One twin bed
- Private bath with shower
- Includes a closet with 3 drawers and a shelf, bed-side table with lamps, and desk/vanity table with large mirror
- Flat screen TV with CNN, telephone, mini fridge, safe deposit box, hair dryer
- Individually controlled air conditioning & heaters
- All cabins are non-smoking
- Crew area located on this deck
- Single cabin, 120-135 sq. ft.
- 2 fixed portholes (20” in diameter)
- One twin bed
- Private bath with shower
- Includes a closet with 3 drawers and a shelf, bed-side table with lamps, and desk/vanity table with large mirror
- Flat screen TV with CNN, telephone, mini fridge, safe deposit box, hair dryer
- Individually controlled air conditioning & heaters
- All cabins are non-smoking