Not included:
- Allow about 30€ per day per person for food and drinks. The skipper will be happy to advise you and point out the best places to stock up on provisions. Don’t forget to include the skipper and the hostess if you choose that option.
- Bring about 700€ in cash for the onboard fund (which covers end-of-stay cleaning, fuel, electricity, water, and marina fees).
Optional extras:
- Hostess, to be paid on site: €140/day.
- Available on :
- Full boat
Your cruise
Set out to explore the Cyclades, those legendary islands of the Aegean Sea. Your professional skipper welcomes you aboard his sailboat for a week-long cruise through this archipelago, recognized as one of the most beautiful regions in Greece.
You can customize your itinerary to include fine sandy beaches, turquoise waters, quaint little ports, and walks through unspoiled natural landscapes. It’s the perfect opportunity to enjoy a wonderful vacation with family or friends.
Your possible stops during this cruise
"Please note that the itinerary will depend on weather conditions, your preferences, and those of your skipper."
Set sail on a sailing cruise to explore the Cyclades!
The Cyclades are an archipelago consisting of more than 250 islands and islets, only 24 of which are inhabited. In ancient Greece, life in this region revolved around the sacred island of Delos. Today, you can explore a variety of islands, charming harbors, and traditional villages, as well as areas that remain largely unspoiled and wild.
For a week, take in the sweeping views and enjoy idyllic beaches while savoring local specialties. Greece is known for its cuisine, and this region is brimming with specialties: sheep’s milk cheese, thyme honey, lemons, wine, citron liqueur… You’ll have no trouble finding something to your liking. To top it all off, the people of the Cyclades are very welcoming.
As for the itinerary, your skipper is at your disposal to create a custom cruise. And he knows the Cyclades like the back of his hand—he sails among these islands as easily as one strolls through their own garden—so he can offer excellent advice.
Sailing Cruise to Discover the Cyclades
From the island of Paros, there are three possible itineraries for exploring the heart of the Cyclades. It all depends on your preferences and the day’s winds! Expect an average of 3 hours of sailing per day.
Itinerary 1:
Day 1: Boarding in Paros and Sailing to Sifnos
Meet at the port of Paros on Monday at 10:00 a.m. This is when we’ll stock up on lunch supplies before setting sail. You can arrive as late as 12:00–1:00 p.m.
Then, head west toward Sifnos, the island of Apollo. An authentic island with many monasteries. Once there, immerse yourself in its unique atmosphere and let the winds carry you away...
Day 2: Sailing to the island of Kimolos
In the morning, enjoy Sifnos, then set sail southward to reach the beautiful little island of Kimolos. A volcanic island best explored from the sea. Cruise along its coastline and admire a succession of landscapes ranging from sandbars to pebble beaches and caves carved out by the sea. A spellbinding sight!
Day 3: Sailing to the island of Folegandros
A new day, a new destination—set sail for the island of Folegandros, with its quintessentially Greek charm and white-and-blue houses. Once there, take the opportunity to dive into its warm, crystal-clear waters—memories guaranteed!
Day 4: Sailing to the island of Ios
Set sail again heading east, sailing along the coast of Sikinos to reach the island of Ios. This is where Homer is buried. The island is a true gem of the Cyclades and is now considered one of the most beautiful destinations to visit in Greece. Take a stroll ashore in one of its villages with their incredibly white houses, then lounge in the sun on one of its beaches or in one of its sheltered coves.
Day 5: Sailing south to Naxos
Head north to reach Naxos, the island where, according to legend, Theseus abandoned Ariadne. What should you know about Naxos? Its beaches are well worth a visit! Indeed, they offer the perfect setting for a break in the sun. Escape to one of its fine-sand beaches and enjoy a breathtaking view of the crystal-clear sea.
Day 6: Sailing to Antiparos
Sail to the small island of Antiparos and enjoy its beautiful turquoise beaches and enchanting atmosphere.
Day 7: Paros
Set sail westward to return to your starting point, Paros. Spend your last night aboard the sailboat before disembarking the following morning. Pack up and disembark at the original port in Paros at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday. Time to thank the skipper for this sailing cruise exploring the Cyclades!
Please note: This itinerary is subject to weather conditions, which is why two other routes are possible.
Below are the two alternative itineraries:
- Itinerary 2: Departure from Paros; Destinations: the Small Cyclades, Iraklia, Amorgos, Ios, Sikinos, Antiparos; Disembarkation in Paros.
- Itinerary 3: Departure from Paros; Destinations: Mykonos, Delos, Syros, Serifos, Sifnos, Antiparos; Disembarkation in Paros.
Here’s what a typical day looks like:
A typical day begins with waking up and having breakfast on board, then around 10:00 a.m. you’ll head out for your first activity of the day: a sheltered cove, a dream anchorage, a paradise beach, a quaint port, a short hike… It’s up to you!
You can choose to have lunch on board, as the boat is equipped with a kitchen, or eat at a taverna (which is often the case for dinner). Your skipper will be happy to recommend some great spots.
If you’d like to get active, the professional skipper will be happy to share his passion for sailing with you. On the other hand, if you’d rather relax, you’re under no obligation to help with the sailing maneuvers.
The skipper sleeps in a double cabin, the others are available for passengers
Passengers manage cooking
I manage the supply before departure ot passengers can do it, they choose.
- Places of embarkation:Paros Marina, Cyclades Islands
- Boarding time:10h00 / 10AM
- Time of landing:18h00 / 6PM
There are several ways to get to Paros:
- Option 1: The most common way is to fly to Athens (one day in advance). Then, the next day, take the ferry to Paros (a 3- to 5-hour trip, depending on the vessel). Alternatively, you can fly to Paros Airport, which has daily flights from Athens. (The airport is currently being expanded to accommodate international flights)
- Option 2: Fly into Mykonos or Santorini. Then take a ferry to Paros. The ferry ride takes less than an hour from Mykonos and two hours from Santorini.
It was great!!!!!! We spent two weeks on board the 8-man sailboat with our family. Departure from Paros, port of Donoussa, wild coves in Amorgos, Shinoussa, Irakila, lost port at the end of the world in Kalandro sur Naxos, paradise landscape between Paros and Antiparos with cocktails at sunset, wind-facing returns through Sifnos (this island has something special), Serifos and Kithnos, and finally, rise at 5h30 to cross to Siros, the end of the journey, in the waves and winds. We loved the dolphins jumping in front of the boat on the first day, the mornings under sail, all sitting on the front of the boat, jumping in the water each time they arrived in a creek, the children's tarot parts during the nap, the meals in the cockpit once the sun went down, the shooting stars and the sailor stories told by Patrick
Patrick's company was very pleasant. We always felt safe and at the same time we felt like we were depriving ourselves of nothing. Patrick listened to our desires, it was really two weeks tailor-made. We liked the coves, Patrick admitted that it was the first time he only stopped in 3 ports in 2 weeks and he was surprised by the low consumption of diesel during the stay, he was there when he needed it, and knew how to leave us as a family as if we were alone in the world when we wanted. He did not hesitate to try again with us, and to present us his favorites. We loved his "sailor stories" in the evening during the meal in the cockpit. We will remember for a long time his friends who after sailing for 4 days without sleeping saw a mother and her baby in the saloon. It was like a horror movie script
The second day, we went to shelter from the wind in Nikouria Bay on Amorgos Island. We had just spent the night at the port of Donousa with the noise of the small town and the ropes holding the boat. During the trip we surfed the waves and saw dozens of dolphins playing with the batean. When we arrived we were the only ones in the bay. There was no other noise than the wind. We took out the paddle, snorkelled, cooked dinner for the evening, spaghetti with tuna and Greek salad, then went to bed on deck to watch the shooting stars before the full moon rose. Patick showed us Mars, Venus and the North Star. Here we were, we had tamed the boat, we were going to be able to live there for two weeks.
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