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The Cruise
A traditional Greek sailing vessel; a superior class vessel with 7 cabins, intimate, elegant and comfortable in every detail with a maximum occupancy of 14 passengers and 3-5 crew members. Imagine a weeks sailing around the numerous Sporades islands including the un-inhabited islands of the National Marine park.
The starting point of your 8 day cruise takes you to the cosmpolitan island of Skiathos. From here, you will set off on a journey of sun filled days, star filled nights and a week of adventure exploring some of the most striking islands in all of Greece. The Sporades, meaning ‘scattered’ islands are spread out like small green jewels dotted in a cobalt sea. These islands are well-known for their extreme beauty and the abundance of pine forests where Skopelos claims the unofficial title of ‘greenest island in the Mediterranean’.
We will explore the routes of the pirates from centuries past, where sunken vessels can still be seen today. The islands themselves are rich in history and each has its own tale to tell of days bygone. Tradition abounds on all of the Sporades islands and although tourism has been a strong influence here in more recent years, there are few Greek islands that still hold their customs and folklore so firmly. So, prepare to step back in time and enjoy an intimate cruise aboard our exquisite Greek sailing ship. Hear the call of the sirens song temping you to these unspoilt and idyllic islands of warm sea breezes, long sunny days and relaxation...
The Itinerary
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Embarkation - Skiathos harbour - welcome drinks, lunch onboard. Allocation of cabins and sail to Ag. Ioannis, Pelion - dinner ashore - overnight.
day 2
Breakfast onboard - Organized guided biking/hiking tour or jeep safari around the beautiful Mt. Pelion region - full day. Late afternoon departure to Kastro Bay, Skiathos. Late afternoon swim at beach of Lalaria - Dinner onboard - Overnight. |  | day 3
Breakfast onboard - Optional bus trip into Skiathos town for guided walking tour around Kastro and Old Skiathos town. Midday departure to Stafilos Beach, Skopelos for swimming and sunning. Optional walk to Skopelos town on old Stailos road. Guided evening Skopelos town walk - rest of evening free to explore the delights of Skopelos Town - overnight.
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Breakfast onboard whilst sailing from Skopelos to the ?deserted island? of Kyra Panagia, situated in the heart of the National Marine Park of Alonissos. Guided walk to Monastery, picnic lunch, and walk to meet the boat at Monastery bay.
Departure to Island of Planitis with stop at secluded beach for swimming/sunning
Overnight in the peaceful bay of Planitis with swimming/fishing/dinner on board.
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Breakfast onboard whilst sailing from Planitis to Skyros Island.
Midday guided bus tour plus guided tour of hilltop village/lunch included.
Evening free in Skyros - overnight.
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Breakfast onboard whilst sailing from Skyros to Ag. Dimitrios Beach on Alonissos.
Swimming and sunning/departure to the small fishing village of Steni Vala, Alonissos for lunch at seaside taverna. Talk/tour of info center for protection of Mediterranean Monk seal - departure to Patitiri, main harbour of Alonissos.
Visit to Museum - evening free in Patitiri - overnight.
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Morning bus tour to ‘Hora’, hilltop village above Patitiri, optional walk back down to harbour – lunch onboard whilst sailing to Panormos Beach, Skopelos.
Afternoon spent swimming/sunning, optional kayking/motor boats.
Optional bus trip to Glossa with meze/snack at Agnanti taverna.
Last dinner on Panormos Beach with bouzouki music/dancing at sunset.
Overnight Panormos Bay.
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day 8
Friday morning breakfast onboard sailing to Skiathos Harbour.
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