Blue Zephyr Cruises announced plans to launch service in the Eastern Mediterranean starting in late April 2026.

According to its website, the Greece-based company will operate the Blue Zephyr, which is the former Caledonian Sky.

As previously reported by Cruise Industry News, the 1991-built vessel was sold to Greek owners in late 2025.

Blue Zephyr said that the 100-guest ship was fully renovated in 2025 and offers a “careful blend of classic maritime character and contemporary comfort.”

The company added that the ship currently offers “a timeless platform for premium small-ship cruising” with “the privilege of quiet space, personalized attention and access to destinations that large cruise ships cannot easily reach.”

Blue Zephyr added that its itineraries will focus on the beauty of the Mediterranean Sea, emphasizing slow travel, cultural discovery and relaxed exploration.

The Greek Islands will be the main sailing area for the company, which promises visits to lesser-known gems and iconic destinations.

According to the startup’s website, the itineraries will feature five to six destinations per week and were designed to allow guests to explore Greece “without crowds, lines or rushed schedules.”

Blue Zephyr said that it has over 20 years of yachting experience, which helped in the creation of a product that “feels custom-crafted rather than pre-designed.”

The company added that the onboard experience will be inspired by Greek hospitality, featuring Mediterranean cuisine and personalized service.

Blue Zephyr’s maiden season is set to start on April 30, 2026, and features a series of four seven- to 12-night itineraries departing from the port of Lavrion in Athens.

Ports of call set to be visited include Sifnos, Mykonos, Paros, Syros, Naxos, Ikaria, Milos, Samos, Serifos, Santorini, Astypalea, Rhodes, Symi, Nisyros and Kos.

The Blue Zephyr is also set to visit the port of Kusadasi in Turkey for shore excursions to the ancient site of Ephesus.

With cruise fares starting at 3,050 euros per person, the company’s product will include shore excursions with local guides, as well as regional Greek wines and spirits. Transfers, port charges and tips cost extra.