Sailing in Greece

Where can I go on a Greece sailing holiday?

The Cyclades archipelago sits to the southeast of the Greek mainland, within easy access of Athens, and boasts a really varied sailing itinerary between more than 200 islands. The larger, inhabited islands of Santorini, Mykonos and Naxos usually stand out as popular highlights although, sailing to Sifnos, Syros and around some of the Small/Lesser Cyclades is also hugely rewarding from a peaceful and more traditional perceptive. Over the course of one or two weeks it’s possible to sail for approximately four hours between islands before anchoring either at the main harbour or at a secluded cove or surrounded by literally nothing other than water. Itineraries are often not fixed, as the very nature of a sailing holiday means you are dependent on which way the wind blows (and how hard!) – so not knowing where you’ll land each day adds a real sense of adventure to these trips.

Hiking and cycling on dry land or simply swimming or snorkelling off the back of the boat, as well as scuba diving, can all feature within a typical itinerary, and your skipper will be able to make alternative suggestions depending on the weather and the wishes of the group. Flexibility is key to a successful sailing holiday in Greece with everything from volcanic calderas and scenic sunset spots, to time spent on secluded beaches - where clothes are entirely optional – ensuring you’ll never be left ‘all at sea’.