In Greece, one of the most popular sailing vacation areas are the Cyclades. This group of islands, which is situated in the Aegean Sea is made up of 56 islands of various sizes. Just South of Cape Sounion there are a couple of islands that are far more removed from mainstream tourism, and thus a lot quieter. The landscape varies from island to island, but is generally quite barren. The climate is dominated by a Northerly wind, which blows weakly in May and June, but can be quite strong in July and August. Even around Christmas, the temperature still climbs to 16 – 20 degrees. Due to its warmer climate, this area is be particularly recommended for March, April, September and October, when it is much colder in central and western Europe and America.
The Cyclades lay in a circle (Greek: kyklos) around the sacred island of Delos, the birthplace of Apollo, and consists of 23 large islands and some 200 smaller ones. The archipelago is based on a submarine plateau which extends in an arc from the most easterly point of Attica and Evia towards the coast of Asia Minor. All the islands are hilly. The northern ones consist predominantly of Cretaceous limestone, micaceous schists, gneisses and marbles; those to the south consist in part of volcanic materials. With the exception of Naxos the islands have no perennial rivers, and as a result of the prevailing sharp sea-winds (the Meltemi in summer) are lacking in trees. Characteristic features of the landscape are the cubed whitewashed Cycladic houses and the thatch-roofed windmills, very romantic and ideal for a sailing vacation.
Your Itinerary:
Day 1- Leave Athens and sail to Kea Island. Kea Island is a mountainous island. The yacht will berth in the town of Voukrai on the northern tip. The main town is up in the hills. One of the attractions to this island is probably the best fish restaurant in Greece. Katerina’s Fish Taverna has been in business for over 60 years. The house specialty is Lobster with fresh home made Pasta.
Sailing time 6-7 hours (40 miles)
Day 2- Leaving Kea around mid morning a short sail to Kithonos Island and the port of Loutra . Here the small village has volcanic pools of hot springs a visit to the ancient baths in Loutra is most refreshing, followed by a swim and dive off the rocks around the village. Sailing time 3 hours ( 18 miles).
Day 3- As a general rule the yacht will leave each port around mid morning todays sail to Siros Island and the town of Finakas is likely to be a quick blast reach It’s a good chance to enjoy Koralia 3 at her best, Siros is an all catholic island in the middle of a Greek orthodox kingdom. Visit the main town of Ermopouli and have a feel of the conflict between these religions. Sailing time 3 hours (20 Miles).
Day 4- Today we have a choice, you can sail south to Serifos island and enjoy the delights of this mountainous island or Sail to Southern tip of Kithonos Island to the secluded bay of St.Nicholas anchor out on anchor and enjoy a Yacht side barbeque. Sailing time 4-5 hours (25-35 Miles).
Day 5- Sail from Kithonos/Serifos to Hydra Island. This will be an ocean type passage where you will lose site of land, there is no stopping here. 8 hours (60 Miles).
Day 6- Rest in Hydra and enjoy this beautiful town where there are no cars and only Donkeys for transportation.
Day 7- Return to Athens from Hydra. (35 Miles).
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Price Includes:
- The Yacht with all her Sailing and Safety equipment, also inclusive: Dinghy with AB, snorkel & fishing gear;
- Full time Captain Guide/crew;
- All linens and bathroom towels (beach towels included);
- Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks, Sodas, Bottled Water, local wines, beers and spirits click here for a sample menu;
- Beach BBQ one night of cruise;
- All Fuel costs during your cruise, All fresh Water, Ice;
- Harbor fees, Marina Fees, Local Taxes, Insurance;
- Airport Transfers to and from the yacht;
- Cell phone use while on the yacht (please let us know in advance if required);
- Full Wireless Internet access for email etc.
- Cleaning Fee at the end of the charter.
Price does not include:
- evening meals.
2 Passengers - $ 5630.00 US;
4 Passengers - $6880.00 US;
6 Passengers - $8120.00 US.
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