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Duration 15 days 10 days
Price From $ 2,623 $ 2,299
Price Per Day $ 175 $ 230
Highlights
  • Relax on white-sand beaches and swim in brilliant turquoise water
  • Test your hand at sailing or just relax on the deck
  • Wander through whitewashed villages
  • Taste traditional greek food and wine
  • Hike to spectacular viewpoints
  • Discover Athens
  • Enjoy your time in Mykonos
  • Explore the wonderful island with its great beaches, nightlife
  • Enjoy your time in Santorini to explore this magical island
  • See Santorini’s great beaches romance, local restaurants and breathtaking view
Trip Style Small ship cruise Group tour
Lodging Level Standard Standard
Physical Level
  • 3- Moderate
  • 2- Easy
Travel Themes
  • Cultural
  • Sailing
  • Small Ship Cruise
  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Family Friendly
  • National Parks
Countries Visited
Cities and Attractions
  • Aegina
  • Athens
  • Hydra
  • Mykonos
  • Paro
  • Santorini
  • Athens
  • Mykonos
  • Santorini
Flights & Transport Ground transport included Ground transport included
Activities
  • Culture
  • History
  • Sailing
  • Culture
  • Nature
Meals Included No meals included N/A
Description

There are truly no bad options when you're exploring Greece’s stunning islands on board a comfortable yacht. Walk around ancient archaeological sites or tavern-lined harbours, sit down at a traditional Greek restaurant to sample a myriad of flavourful cuisine and wine, or stroll along the streets of whitewashed towns. After all that your feet might need a rest, so prop ‘em up on Mykonos’ beautiful beaches or relax on deck.

Arrive in Mykonos’ Port where you will be greeted by our local representatives and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at your own leisure. Enjoy your time in Santorini to explore this magical island with its great beaches, romance, local restaurants and breathtaking views.

Itinerary: Sailing Greece - Athens to Santorini

Day 1 Athens

Arrival day. Join the group at 5pm for a welcome meeting and safety briefing before beginning the sailing journey to Mykonos. Enjoy a night cap on the boat, or head out to explore Athens by night.

On our Greek sailing trips, the G Adventures Skipper/CEO will help you make a food kitty, where around EUR 50 per person, per week will be added to the kitty for small food items on board to cover breakfasts, lunches and the odd dinner. Breakfasts and lunches are prepared by yourself, and most dinners are taken ashore at local restaurants.

Day 2 Athens/Northern Cyclades

Set sail for the Cyclades. Possible island stops include: Syros, Kea, Kythnos, Mykonos, Hydra and Aegina. Flexible itineraries give your experienced skippers the opportunity to showcase all the hidden gems you’re looking for. We follow the desires of the group and tailor the sailing experience to provide each group a quality journey while on board.

While in the Cyclades, stroll through the markets of Syros, finding countless treasures and must-grab deals along the way. Visit the stone lion on Kea and make sure to stop in at a family-owned silver shop before watching the sunset. Kythnos offers a special treat of seeing the sunrise while soaking in local hot springs. Another favourite among travellers is a stopover in Hydra. Take a local “taxi” (donkey ride) to see the sights of this charming island where there are no cars allowed. It’s not hard to see why Hydra has inspired painters and writers the world over. Gaze at the churches and temples of Aegina, immersing yourself in history. Wander through the local fish market to truly appreciate your meal at the tavern.

Please note: While it is our intention to adhere to the route described above, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. On Day 1 of your tour you will be advised of any amendments.

Day 3 Northern Cyclades

Flexible itineraries give your experienced skippers the opportunity to showcase all the hidden gems you’re looking for. We follow the desires of the group and tailor the sailing experience to provide each group a quality journey while on board. Possible Island stops include: Syros, Kea, Kythnos, Hydra, Aegina.

Day 4 Northern Cyclades

Flexible itineraries give your experienced skippers the opportunity to showcase all the hidden gems you’re looking for. We follow the desires of the group and tailor the sailing experience to provide each group a quality journey while on board. Possible Island stops include: Syros, Kea, Kythnos, Hydra, Aegina.

Day 5 Northern Cyclades

Flexible itineraries give your experienced skippers the opportunity to showcase all the hidden gems you’re looking for. We follow the desires of the group and tailor the sailing experience to provide each group a quality journey while on board. Possible Island stops include: Syros, Kea, Kythnos, Hydra, Aegina.

Day 6 Northern Cyclades

Flexible itineraries give your experienced skippers the opportunity to showcase all the hidden gems you’re looking for. We follow the desires of the group and tailor the sailing experience to provide each group a quality journey while on board. Possible Island stops include: Syros, Kea, Kythnos, Hydra, Aegina.

Day 7 Northern Cyclades/Mykonos

Celebrate upon arrival to Mykonos by visiting the local windmills and enjoying a cocktail on a veranda overlooking Little Venice. The beaches and nightlife add excitement to the picturesque island.

Day 8 Mykonos

Free day to explore Mykonos, then enjoy a nightcap with your new crew, or head out to explore Mykonos by night.

Spend the day exploring Mykonos and meet back at 5pm for an important group meeting with your new Chief Experience Officer (CEO), skipper, and the other group members.

Day 9 Mykonos/Cyclades

Flexible itineraries give our experienced skippers the opportunity to showcase all the hidden gems you’re looking for, we follow the desires of the group and cater the sailing experience to provide each group a quality journey while on board.

While in the Southern Cyclades stroll through the "most elegant square in Greece" in Syros. Head out on an optional all-day adventure to discover the best Naxos has to offer: the Temple of Dimitra, a microbrewery, views of Mt Zeus, and a fresh meal at a local tavern. Uncover the beauty of the Venetian ruins in Paros before going cave exploring in Antiparos. While on Ios relax on famous Manganari beach and don't forget to visit Homer's tomb. Walk and hike through the trails and paths of Sifnos before stopping at a local ceramic workshop. No trip is complete without wandering around the breathtaking cliffside city of Hora, enjoy cocktails while the sun sets over the whitewashed buildings that scatter the landscape. On arriving in Santorini, enjoy the white-washed village scenes of this volcanic, paradise island. Be sure to catch a spectacular sunset in the evening.

Please note: While it is our intention to adhere to the route described above, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. On Day 1 of your tour you will be advised of any amendments as soon as they are evident.

Day 10 Cyclades

Possible island stops include: Naxos, Paros, Antiparos, Ios, Sifnos, Folegandros

Day 11 Cyclades

Possible island stops include: Naxos, Paros, Antiparos, Ios, Sifnos, Folegandros

Day 12 Cyclades

Possible island stops include: Naxos, Paros, Antiparos, Ios, Sifnos, Folegandros

Day 13 Cyclades

Possible island stops include: Naxos, Paros, Antiparos, Ios, Sifnos, Folegandros

Day 14 Cyclades/Santorini

Arrive at Santorini Island.

Day 15 Santorini

Depart after breakfast.

If you would like extra time in Santorini after your sailing journey is finished, we recommend booking extra time on the island.

Itinerary: Greek Island Hopping

Day 1: USA - Athens (Greece)

Flight with good itinerary.

Day 2: Athens

Arrival at the international airport of Athens, you will be greeted by our local representatives and transferred to your hotel.

Day 3: Athens - Mykonos

After breakfast, you will be transferred from your hotel in Athens to the port of Piraeus to embark your ferry in direction to Mykonos. Arrive in Mykonos’ Port where you will be greeted by our local representatives and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at your own leisure.   

Day 3 to Day 6: Mykonos

Enjoy your time in Mykonos to explore this wonderful island with its great beaches, nightlife, local restaurants and breathtaking views.

Day 6: Mykonos - Santorini

After breakfast, you will be transferred from your hotel to the port of Mykonos to embark your ferry in direction to Santorini. Arrive in Santorini’s Port where you will be greeted by our local representatives and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at your own leisure.   

Day 6 to Day 9: Santorini

Enjoy your time in Santorini to explore this magical island with its great beaches, romance, local restaurants and breathtaking views.

Day 9: Santorini - Athens

After breakfast, you will be transferred from your hotel to the port of Santorini to embark your ferry in direction to Athens. Arrive in Athens’s Port where you will be greeted by our local representatives and transferred to your hotel.

On request: Possibility of replacing the ferry for a domestic flight, for an additional fee.

Day 10: Athens - USA

You will be transferred to the airport of Athens for your return flight home.

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