Sailing & Hiking in the Cyclades 5 days

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Embark on an 5 day sea and land adventure of a lifetime around the dazzling Cyclades islands, an undiscovered hiking paradise, renowned for its pristine beaches, rich history and culture, traditional cuisine and friendly locals. No prior sailing experience is required in this multi-level experience in the Aegean Sea. Along with like-minded travellers, you wil...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Awesome sailing experience is required in this multi-level experience in the Aegean Sea
    • Explore Athens
    • Massive sailing across to the picturesque port of Loutra on Kythnos, known for its natural warm springs
    • Enjoy hiking which will take you around the striking, arid countryside around Loutra in Kythnos
    • Exploring Serifos Chora’s narrow whitewashed alleys, coloured with the lush green, pink and purple of overflowing bougainvillea

What's this trip about?

    Embark on an 5 day sea and land adventure of a lifetime around the dazzling Cyclades islands, an undiscovered hiking paradise, renowned for its pristine beaches, rich history and culture, traditional cuisine and friendly locals. No prior sailing experience is required in this multi-level experience in the Aegean Sea. Along with like-minded travellers, you will have the opportunity to learn navigating our steadfast sailing boats, hike scenic trails, try SUP (stand up paddle boarding) in pristine beaches, and connect with local communities, whilst enjoying the caresses of the Aegean winds.

Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 10 people
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityLavrio
End CityLavrio

Travel Themes

  • Cycling & Biking
  • Hiking & Walking
  • Sailing

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Greece

Activities

  • Culture
  • Hiking
  • Nature
  • Sailing
  • Short Cruise

Trip includes

    • Accommodation (sailing boat in double cabin with ensuite bathroom)
    • 4 breakfasts on-board
    • 3 lunches on-board
    • Guided hiking by expert hiking guide in Kea, Kythnos, and Serifos.
    • 2 SUP on-board (Stand up paddle boards)
    • 2 single timed transfers from Athens International Airport to Lavrio port

Itinerary

Day 1: Kea

Welcome to this unique adventure to the Cyclades! Our team will be waiting to greet you at  Athens International Airport for your transfer to Lavrio port, where your captain will guide you to your sailing yacht. Settle in while your skipper briefs you life-on-board an...

Day 2: Kythnos-Loutra

Kalimera! After a hearty breakfast, head off sailing to Poles bay in Kea, overlooking ancient Karthea. Your guide will take you to follow in the footsteps of travelers who have been visiting Kea since the 17th century exploring Karthea, the most important of the ancie...

Day 3: Serifos

After breakfast, your hike will take you around the striking, arid countryside around Loutra in Kythnos, where you will discover hidden centuries-old castles and whitewashed churches while coming across farmers and shepherds who live off this dramatic landscape.

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Day 4: Kythnos (Kolona)

In the morning explore Serifos Chora’s narrow whitewashed alleys, colored with the lush green, pink and purple of overflowing bougainvillea. A steep walk up to the peak will bring you to Ag. Konstantinos chapel. Enjoy amazing views of the Aegean Sea islands of Kythnos...

Day 5: Kythnos - Trip end

Good morning Kythnos! Take a spectacular loop hike which leads you to a hilltop from where you can admire this astonishing natural phenomenon, which from up high looks much like a column standing-out from a cobalt blue background. Today, we will swim or go stand up pa...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $950
Price per day$190
Single supplement (single occupancy)$335
Last Updated: 4/19/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Jacky

Sep 2019

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a week we will never forget!

Dimitris was everything we could have looked for in a travel agent. Following the parameters we laid out for him, he provided us with the absolute best options for o...

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Jeremy

Apr 2019

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Fantastic Trip

We have just finished the “Sail the Cyclades islands 5 days”. It was a fantastic trip with a great balance between sailing, beautiful hiking, and great food. Andreas...

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Martin

Sep 2017

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Fabulous!

2 of us spent five days sailing, hiking, relaxing, paddle boarding, eating 'pastitsio', and having fun with Alex and George our wonderful guides.. couldn't have aske...

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What we do

Personality Journeys is an adventure travel operator specialising in active, concept-tourism in the best locations that Greece has to offer. We design streamlined, original multi-destination and multi-experience adventures that suit the personality of our discerning travellers. We visualise and execute tailor-made journeys for small groups of friends, families, solo travellers, couples and corporate groups.

Why choose us

We have been exploring Greece and the world since childhood and we have turned our passion into a profession.

We are a team of inspired professionals with more than 15 years of experience each in our respective fields of excellence.

Bookings, Travel Management, Sailing and Navigation, Event Management, Adventure Travel Design and Implementation.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Travel insurance (required)
    • Entrance tickets to cultural places of interest
    • Beverages
    • Miscellaneous expenses souvenirs etc.
    • Gratuities (optional)
Cancellation policy

If you have to cancel your trip for any reason, you are entitled to a refund of the following amounts:

Number of days prior to your trip:

More than 240 days, 100% refund of your deposit

Between 61 and 239 days 50% refund of your deposit

Between 31 and 60 days 40% refund of your trip’s cost

Between 0 and 30 days 100% cancellation fee

Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance alongside your travel package to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances such as medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other contingencies. It offers you peace of mind and ensures you are prepared for unexpected events that may occur before or during your journey
Visa requirements
Visa requirements vary depending on your country of origin and your country of destination. It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the relevant requirements. For a handy tool that can help you quickly find the requirements, please visit this link .
Meals Included

4 Breakfasts and 3 Lunches

Age Requirements
18 years and up
Additional Information

Fitness level

We go at our own pace. We hike in normal rhythms and whenever we feel like it we stop to take pictures of the stunning scenery and enjoy the views of the horizon. We will always adjust the pace to keep everyone happy. In order though to better appreciate the uniqueness of your holiday, we advise you to be in good physical condition. On your last two weeks before the trip, it is a good idea to take several walks in hilly terrain.

 

Weather

All sailing routes are designed based on statistically most probable wind speed and direction in the Cyclades islands. However, should adverse conditions prevail (too strong winds or opposite direction winds that prevent us from anchoring in specific bays, we have plan B scenarios already available meaning alternative hikes if necessary or alternative mooring locations/ports in the island in concern. In such rare occasions, it is up to the judgement of the skipper to alter or cancel a sailing route and up to the judgement of the hiking guide to alter or cancel a hike.

The water temperature in spring is 17-19 degrees, and in autumn 20-22 degrees.

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