The ultimate combo: two island groups wrapped in one cruise! A 2 weeks trip to sail one of the world’s finest cruising grounds. We make our yachts feel like home, with your skipper you will experience a superb sailing cruise, fine tuning anchorages and ports of call together. One of the memories of your sailing vacation will certainly be the bliss of cruising on a fine yacht!
On departure day, your captain will sit and discuss with you, with the week’s weather forecast in hand, customizing precisely your route, by keeping in mind your preferences but also your comfort while sailing. Browse over the map to zoom
How do I best get to Paros ?
By air: Athens airport -> Paros (25 min. flight. Caution: limited seats!).
By ferry: Piraeus or Rafina ports of Athens -> Paros (from approx. 3 to 5 hours depending on the ferry)
or Santorini -> Paros (approx. 2 and a half hours)
or Mykonos -> Paros (approx. 1 hour).
Day 1 | Paros to Ios
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Approx. 3-4 hours sailing trip. Mooring in Manganari bay in front of its white sand beaches. Ios is a very popular destination among people who are young, or feel young! What to see | What to do: rest on a sandy beach before going partying or enjoying a peaceful dinner in a Greek taverna.
Day 2 | Ios to Santorini
Approx. 3 hours sailing trip. Sailing the Caldera will be some of the greatest memories of your sailing vacation. Oia is the most beautiful villages of the island, carved out of the cliffs and clinging to the edge. The architecture is amazing. What to see | What to do: sail the caldera (you've done it!), go up the Caldera on a mule ride, swimming below the Caldera, visit a winery and try the fantastic local wine, dive into the sunset from the yacht.
Day 3 | Santorin to Anafi
Approx. 4 hours sailing trip. You are about to visit one of the most remoted Cycladic island. In spite of its small geographical size, Anafi offers archaeological as well as mythological interest. What to see | What to do: visit the monastery of Moni Kalamiotissas a 6km walk from Hora in the extreme east of the island, near the meagre remains of a sanctuary to Apollo.
Day 4 | Anafi to Astypalea
Approx. 5 hours sailing trip. Mooring at Skala. What to see | What to do: visit the church of Panagia Poulariani located in a remote region on the eastern side of the island, accessed only by boat or on foot. Enjoy the cuttlefish speciality.
Day 5 | Astypalia to Kalymnos
Approx. 5 hours sail. People here live off fishing and selling sponges, tourism and some farming. What to see | What to do: visit the museum and a sponge factory in the island's capital Pothia, the castle of Golden Hand (Kasto Chrysocheiras) where the Knights of St. John resided in the old capital, rest on a peeble beach, enjoy a traditional Greek coffee or, more common nowadays and one of the favourite's Greeks drinks: a Frappe (coffee, cold water and ice shocked vigorously).
Day 6 | Kalymnos to Leros
Approx. 3 hours sail. Leros is a small green island in contrast with the most of the Dodecanese isles, unspoiled from package tourism. What to see | What to do: visit the Castle Panagia above Pandeli, try 'Gavafes', a local fruit that resembles guava as well as the Lerian wine, hard to find but worth the trouble. Do not miss Mytzithra, a typical Greek cheese.
Day 7 | Leros to Lipsi
Approx. 3 hours sail. The simple and hospitable people of the island as well as the idyllic and peaceful landscape, gives Lipsi a unique and special character. What to see | What to do: enjoy the coves, the swimming in calm pristine water, and the absolute relaxation onboard the yacht.
Day 8 | Lipsi to Arki
1 hour sailing. Arki is one of the least-visited islands in Greece, with a permanent population of only 40 people. And that presicely what is the best thing about this island: the complete lack of tourists! The feast held on August 23rd for Virgin Mary offers to the visitor the genuine Greek character with traditional folk music and local dishes.
What to see | What to do: enjoy a cool drink at the harbour Kafenio, the traditional Greek name for bar.
Day 9 | Arki to Patmos
2 hours sailing trip. St John's island dominated by the imposing Byzantine fortress of the Monastery.
What to see | What to do: visit the monastery - its free to enter but please respect the dress code - no shorts and light tops allowed, the cave of the Apocalypse half way down the hill from the monastery, rest on clean and pebbled Skala beach which has many tourist facilities around it.
Day 10 | Patmos to Amorgos
Approx. 5 hours sailing. Mooring at Egiali. Amorgos has two ports, Katapola and Egiali. This incredibly beautiful island, jewel in the Cycladic crown, has been inhabited from as far back as 3300 BC. It is also known as the 'Big Blue island' after the well known cult-movie. What to see | What to do: walking on the island, visit the most impossible site of all – the Panaghia Chozoviotissa Monastery, half-way up a 400m precipice above the sea, try the 'xidato' (goat meat soup with entrails) and the fava (split pea dip).
Day 11 | Amorgos to Skhinoussa
Approx. 3 hours sailing. Schinoussa (one of our favourite) is a tiny island lost among the Cyclades, characterized by an uncluttered landscape of plain beauty where stone and sea blue dominate. What to see | What to do: walk up the hill and visit the charming small capital village of Chora or Panagia. Have dinner on the beach at our favourite Greek taverna in front of the yacht.
Day 12 | Skhinoussa to Sifnos
Approx. 3 hours sailing trip. Mooring in quiet and beautiful Bay of Vathi. The island of Sifnos is unspoiled by any modern architecture, and is threaded with ancient footpaths that wander through the foothills to the island's many tiny white churches. What to see | What to do: swim in Vathi Bay, rest on the yacht, enjoy the panoramic sea views everywhere you go on top of the hill, take a bus and visit Appolonia the capital of the island where you can shop and relax in one of the many nice bars and restaurants.
Day 13 | Sifnos to Dhespotiko
2 hours sailing. Anchorage in a secluded cove.
What to see | What to do: swim in crystal waters, confortably rest on the deck of the yacht, enjoy the calm surrondings and the stunning sunset, have dinner on the close-by taverna on the beach.
Day 14 | Despotiko to Paros
Approx. 2 hours sailing. Anchor in Parikia yacht harbour. What to see | What to do: rent a bike and scout the island, rest on one of it's 38 beautiful beaches (Golden Beach, Kolymbithres, Pounda, Parasporos, Santa Maria...). Visit the ancient capital of Lefkes and do not miss colorful Naoussa village (very lively after 8 pm).
