Variety Cruises has officially completed a comprehensive renovation program across its entire fleet, unveiling a revitalised guest experience just in time for the 2025 cruise season. The family-run small ship cruise line, headquartered in Athens since 1949, undertook the fleet-wide upgrades beginning in November 2024, with a particular focus on its popular Greek island vessels.
The highlight of the project is the complete overhaul of the M/S Galileo, a 157-foot wooden mega yacht that accommodates 49 guests on immersive Greek island itineraries. The renovation preserved the vessel’s warm nautical character while adding modern comforts including upgraded lounges, a revamped outdoor bar, refreshed cabins with new lighting and furnishings, and fully renovated bathrooms with updated tiling and plumbing.
M/Y Harmony V, another flagship vessel in the fleet, also received a significant upgrade. Updates included replacing carpets with hardwood flooring, new light fixtures, upgraded lounge seating, improved soundproofing, and enhancements to its sun deck for a more enjoyable onboard atmosphere.
Fleet-wide, six additional ships—Harmony G, Panorama, Panorama II, Variety Voyager, Pegasos and Callisto—underwent maintenance and modernisation. Upgrades ranged from guest cabin refurbishments and deck improvements to technical enhancements such as propulsion and exhaust system overhauls to reduce noise and improve sailing efficiency.
Variety Cruises CEO Filippos Venetopoulos said the investment reflects the brand’s unwavering focus on guest satisfaction. “We’ve invested significantly in both our vessels and our people to ensure we exceed the expectations of our guests,” he said.
“These upgrades deliver an even more comfortable, sustainable and immersive small ship cruising experience.”
Variety Cruises’ vessels host around 50 guests per sailing, providing intimate access to hidden gems and less-travelled ports. With a strong emphasis on sustainability and destination authenticity, the company aims to offer unique and responsible voyages around the world.
