Adventure Sailing in the Greek Islands!

SAMPLE SEASCAPE GREECE SAILING ITINERARY

Exploring the Greek Dodecanese isles:

Please note that this is not a fixed itinerary; one of our greatest advantages on a sailboat is the ability to be flexible; to modify our route according to personal preferences, prevailing wind conditions, etc. There are some extra stops that we may be able to add if the weather is good; some that we will have to miss if it is not. We will for sure be there at the start and finish points—all else is changeable according to the whims of those on board and the wind gods!

Day One

Your yacht will be awaiting you at 11am in Agmar Marina, the main harbour of Lakki on Leros. We'll have drinks, boat chat, show you're the ropes - and then head off for our first destination of Vathi, on the island of Kalymnos; a relaxing downwind sail to ease those landlubberly legs into shape slowly!

About 3 ½ hrs sail time.

Vathi is a dramatic little spot; a well-hidden and very narrow fjord-like entrance, opening up into a tiny fishing village at the head of the bay. It boasts one main street and a collection of houses scattered into the valley; an unexpected patch of lush vegetation on an otherwise very dry and arid-looking island. Vathi is the only place on the entire island that is lucky enough to have it's own spring water supply, and they use it carefully to cultivate citrus fruits, figs, grapes and anything else that can be persuaded to grow!

It's also the home of "Poppy's" - one of our "adopted families" around here, where mum makes the best homemade dolmades (stuffed grapeleaves) you'll ever taste in your life, and the swordfish steaks are out of this world!!

Day Two

Sail to Paleionissos - a little known secret of Kalymnos!

Another dramatic and mountainous bay, tucked well away in the north side of the island: anchorages like this are what make landlubbers fall totally in love with the cruising lifestyle!

There is little here apart from herds of goats: at dusk and dawn the sound of their bells echoes around the hillside - not a bad alarm call! With no distracting light around. the night sky is a dramatic sight. Many an hour has been spent sitting on deck or the beach simply star gazing.

Our unlikely seeming dinner spot is a hike and scramble 5 minutes inland, through bushes of sweet-smelling sage, to the backyard of our local buddy Nicolas, an eccentric character who delights in telling stories of the old Kalymnian sponge fishers, and inviting his music-loving companions from nearby villages to serenade us!

Day Three

After breakfast and morning swims, we'll sail to Pandeli Bay on the east coast of Leros; a pretty and lively little village. Traditional blue and white houses lie scattered down the hillside around the little horseshoe bay. Our favorite beach tavernas are conveniently located just a 2 min swim from where we anchor the boats in the middle of the bay - a real picture perfect scene!

Day Four

Sail to Agathonissi - approx 3 - 4 hours. A small, traditional island with just one fishing port, plus two tiny villages perched on top of a hillside: population of just 150 people. On arrival we'll no doubt be greeted by our host Giorgos - a.k.a. Unofficial Harbor Master and OUzo King of Agathonissi! A colorful evening at George's is usually on the menu; he loves to see our yachts sailling in. It'a a great excuse for a party on an otherwise quiet and isolated island.

Day Five

An early am sail for Marathi. If you could paint a picture of the perfect, tiny Greek island retreat, Marathi would be it.

A horseshoe shaped sandy bay, no regular ferry connections with other islands; you need your own boat to get here. Our adopted family here are so wonderful and hospitable too - and the food in incredible!!

This tiny spot has hit the top of the Favorite Spot list with our groups for several years now - so much so that its been hard to persuade people that, really, we should leave, there are other islands to visit!

Approx 3 hrs sail time.

Day Six

Sail to Samos - a real contrast from the last two tiny, remote little islands!

Samos is quite the upmarket, cosmopolitan island; the little harbor of Pythagorion is lined with tavernas, tavernas and more tavernas along the waterfront.

Pythagorion is the birthplace and home of that famous mathematician who gave his name to the theorum; and had a most ingenious way of making sure his students did not drink too much wine at his lectures. Check out the "Pythagoras Cup"!

It's a pretty little port; can get somewhat crowded and noisy in mid-summer months; definitely is the place to hit the town for those so inclined!

Sail time: about 3 ½ hrs.

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Day Seven

The major attraction of the island, however, is once one gets out of the port. Samos is beautifully green mountains covered by pine forests, streams, stunning cliffs and beaches - a real contrast to most of the other Dodecanese island, which aren't excatly what you'd call lush.

We often do a really fun "jeep safari" here...spend the day exploring all over the island.

Or, there;s also a chance to take a day trip to Turkey and visit Kusadasi and Ephesus - great bargain hunting in Kusadasi's maze of bazaars, and immensely impressive ruins of the ancient city of Ephesus, (The Acropolis has nothing on this!)

Day Eight

This past year a return visit to Marathi was voted in so many times that we're just going to put it on the regular route for this year! Samos is a lot of fun, lots to see and do....but after a couple of days of packing in the action, an afternoon of Marathi's tranquility usually seems like a really good idea!

Day Nine

Sail to Patmos - a short hop of only a couple of hours. This is the famous monastry island — in fact is supposedly the second most important religious centre for Greek Orthodoxy in the world! This is where St John (as of Apostle fame) was inspired by visions to write the Book of Revelations; where the 10th century monastry (built by Crusader Knights) reigns over the island, still an active training centre for novice monks.

The village that lies at the foot of the monastry is everyone's romantic image of what a Greek village should be like; incredibly narrow, winding alleyways, cats sunning themselves on whitewashed streets, old ladies in black collecting fresh bread from the bakery in the morning.

Despite all the visitors they now get, these villagers have remained wonderfullly friendly; particularly if you go up there in the early morning hours; the old ladies will look at you in faint amazement that a foreigner should find their way up there at such an hour; if you can remember enough of our Greek lessons to say "kalimera!" (good morning), they'll give you a huge smile and a "kalimera-sas" back (good morning to you too)!

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Day Ten

Patmos is definitely another "two day island" — there's so much to do and see here, we could spend a week and still not be bored!

It's another great place to hire those little scooters and explore… or mountain bikes for the more energetic; or join us for a hike to a really cool, sandy "clothing-optional" beach which even has surf at times!

For those who love the energetic Greek nightlife, the more modern port of Skala offers plenty of choices; tavernas, bars and a chance to dance the night away for those so inclined.

Day Eleven

Sail for Arki. (approx. 2 hrs) If the weather is sufficiently calm, we may be able to visit Tignakia en route; also known as " Caribbean Cove" for its translucent turquoise water.

Another tiny, traditional island, Arki boats a permanent population of just 27 people! (The population expands considerably, however, if you count the goats!) There is just one little port, a few houses scattered down the hillside - and most of all, Manoli's place!

Mr. Cool Dude Manoli runs a wonderful little oasis of a taverna; cushions scatttered around the shady patio, speakers hidden away in the trees, form which a constant stream of beautiful music emanates. Manols has the most incredible music collection you could ever imagine on such an isolated little island, and is quite the music expert too. Get him in the right mood, and he's also a hot dancer....as are all his nieces and nephews.

Day Twelve

Sail to Lipsos - island of the 42 blue-domed churches.

It's a quiet, very untouristy island; the harbor is a typical whitewashed little Greek town; a photographer's dream of a village. To cool off, there is a lovely sandy beach, just over the hill from where we moor the boats, and a great hike out to the point for those needing to burn off some of those calamari!

Day Thirteen

Sail back to Leros, to our home base of Lakki on the western side. En route we'll stop for lunch-and swim at the little uninhabited island of Archangelos - make sure not all the film gets hot in Lipsos, you'll be needing it for the amazingly bright turquoise waters of this little anchorage!

Once back in Lakki there is one last chance to soak up the sun on the little beach just around the corners from the yachts, or maybe just chill out with a beer/ice cream frappe in the marina's taverna. Farewell diner at Vromolithos - a beautiful beachfront taverna with the most amazing views over the bay - and, for a final night's grand finale - live Greek music!

Day Fourteen

Disembark 9am in Lakki.

6 Days

Itinerary

May 25 - 31

Jun 1 - 7

Jun 29 - Jul 12

Jul 13 - 26

Jul 27 - Aug 9

$1395

$1395

$2450

$2450

Aug 10 - 23

Aug 24 - 30

Sep 14 - 20 & Sep 21 - 27

Oct 12 - 18

$1395

$1395

$1395

available for group charter

$2450

Dodecanese Islands

Dodecanese Islands

Dodecanese Islands

Dodecanese Islands

ONE WEEK TRIPS: Yes, you can sail with us for just one week! Our routes (and rates) are designed to accommodate sailors who want to join us for one week only - just pick the first or second 'half' of any of the dates listed above.

WHOLE BOAT CHARTERS: Have your own group of friends you wish to sail with? Great ! We do offer discounted rates for full group bookings (usually 8 or more). Please see our private charters page for more details and costs.

SINGLES: Our prices are based on a shared double cabin and this is the option that the vast majority of our clients opt for. However, for those who would really prefer their own cabin, it is sometimes possible to book a double cabin for just one person; cost is normally around 1.5 times regular price. This option is not available on all trips, so please check with us.

Prices listed above are all per person, based on a shared double cabin. No single supplements applicable. Read on for more information about what's included in the cost of the sail. Please note that most trips have an embarkation time of 11am on day one; disembarkation is 9am on day seven for one week trips, 9am on day 14 on two week trips.

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