Start date: 21 August 2025
The West Route offers the perfect combination of active sailing and relaxation. We recommend booking this trip only if you’ve already spent a few days on a sailing yacht – no prior sailing experience is required, but it’s important to be aware that this trip involves longer sailing days, occasional unfavorable weather, and overnight stays anchored in bays, where we either remain on board or go ashore with a dinghy.
All our routes are indicative and depend on weather and wind conditions.
Below is an example of our West Route:
Day 1 (Thursday, Arrival Day)
Welcome aboard! The boat is ready to embark at 18:00 hrs. Once you arrive, you’ll meet your fellow sailors and the crew, settle into your cabins, and receive an introduction to life on board. Afterwards, you can explore the town of Kos. There will be no sailing today.
Day 2 (Friday)
We leave Kos early and set course for Kalymnos. On the way, we stop for lunch at Pserimos and spend the night in the beautiful bay of Vathi, where in the evening, we dine at a small Greek restaurant with a stunning view of the bay.
Day 3 (Saturday)
The day starts with a relaxing breakfast on board. We then sail further north to Leros, known for its beautiful landscapes, clear waters, and rich history, featuring ancient ruins and medieval castles.
Day 4 (Sunday)
Today we set sails for Levitha, 20 NM west of Leros. With a great day of sailing ahead we learn about sailing! We arrive in Levitha, a small, uninhabited Greek island, known for its rugged beauty and crystal-clear waters. We have plenty time for swimming and enjoy the evening BBQ.
Day 5 (Monday)
After a nice breakfast in a peaceful environment we head further west to Amorgos. We stop at Egiali, known for its stunning bay, crystal-clear waters, and traditional Cycladic architecture,Egiali offers a relaxed atmosphere with beautiful beaches, seaside tavernas, and picturesque streets.
Day 6 (Tuesday)
After a short sail we arrive at Amorgos Katapola. From where we can rent a scooter or a car and go to see the iconic Monastery of Hozoviotissa, perched on a cliffside, a popular destination for hiking and exploring ancient sites. Amorgos is famous for its dramatic cliffs and secluded beaches.
Day 7 (Wednesday)
Another exciting day of sailing! We are heading 30 NM west again to Ios! Where we dock and go to see the lively Chora to enjoy a little bit of civilization. Ios offers beautiful beaches, vibrant nightlife, traditional whitewashed architecture, charming villages and also a rich history, with ancient ruins and the tomb of the poet Homer.
Day 8 (Thursday)
Today we are going downwind, 20 NM sound of Ios, and after a more relaxed peaceful day on the sea we arrive at the well known Santorini. Here we admire stunning sunsets, whitewashed buildings, and blue-domed churches.We can enjoy one of the tavernas with an amazing sea view!
Day 9 (Friday)
We change our course and we are now sailing to the east. Our next stop is Anafi, located 20 NM east of Santorini. This small, quiet island, is known for its rugged landscapes, crystal-clear waters, and serene atmosphere. We enjoy the night at the bay with Franky’s famous curry.
Day 10 (Saturday)
After early breakfast we leave for Astypalaia. We have a beautiful longer day of sailing of about 35NM. Astypalaia is known for its unique butterfly shape, traditional whitewashed houses, and crystal-clear waters. The island combines natural beauty with rich history, featuring a Venetian castle, ancient ruins, and charming villages like Chora.
Day 11 (Sunday)
Another longer day of sailing, this time with direction: Kalymnos, where we stop at the Vlichadia bay. Here we have a choice of eating at the restaurant of staying on board.
Day 12 (Monday)
We return to Kos, with plenty of time for lunch in a bay before arriving back at the Kos Marina around 5 PM. On our final evening together, we enjoy a delicious Greek dinner and either explore Kos’s nightlife or have a cozy drink onboard.
Day 13 (Tuesday)
Sadly, the journey ends today. Along with a beautiful tan, you’ll take home a suitcase full of wonderful memories.
Number of Participants
Minimum: 5 persons
Maximum: 8 persons
The routes offer a variety of harbors, bays, and stunning views. Please note that the described routes are subject to change due to weather and other conditions, always at the skipper’s discretion.