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GREEK FLOTILLA SAILING HOLIDAYS

Northern Sporades & Pelion
A collection of beautiful and relatively unspoilt islands lying off the coast of Thessaly and the Pelion peninsula, with the large island of Evia lying to the south west, the Northern Sporades are an absolute ‘must see’ for Greek lovers and a ‘must do’ for more experienced sailors. The islands are renowned for their superb sandy beaches, scenic pine-wooded hills, pretty towns and abundant sea life. A national sea park has been established east of Alonissos.

This wonderful sailing area will suit more experienced crews who relish the challenge of some fresh sailing winds and some quieter, off the beaten track islands to explore.
Our base is the idyllic holiday island of Skiathos, with its lively town and excellent sandy beaches, famed as being amongst the very best in the Aegean. Our westbound Pelion itinerary enters the sheltered Gulf of Volos, once the home of Jason and his Argonauts so a natural choice for Seafarers!

Lying in the shadow of the Pelion peninsula and blessed with countless safe anchorages and timeless fishing villages, we visit sleepy Paleo Trikeri and historic Pegadi from where Achilles set sail for Troy.

After a night at Amaliopolis, we cross the straits south towards the huge island of Evia and the lively little resort of Orei with the remains of its’ ancient Acropolis guarding the harbour.

Our route back to Skiathos takes us to Koukounaries, famed as one of the Mediteranean's best beaches and a pleasant little resort.

Our Sporades Route explores the islands including unique Alonissos, traditional and still undiscovered by the masses with scenic harbours at Patitiri and Steni Vala, some lovely beaches and dramatic scenery.

We then head for the uninhabited islands of Peristeri, Xero, or weather permitting, possibly Pelagos also known as Kyra Panaghia, with its single resident and herds of wild goats.

Next the charming Island of Skopelos, with its capital of the same name, set on steep slopes overlooking the pretty harbour. Sailing round to the island's south coast, there are a series of beautiful sheltered bays to explore such as Agnonda, Panormos, or Glossa, all with fine beaches and traditional tavernas to discover.

GREEK SAILING HOLIDAY FLOTILLA ITINERARIES

THE PELION ROUTE
FRI
Fly UK to Skiathos and transfer to the harbour for embarkation
SAT
Paleo Trikeri, after a morning briefing sail to this sleepy fishing harbour
Welcome punch party
SUN
Amaliopolis, time to explore the gulf and a leisurely swim stop before anchoring for the night.
MON
Pegadi, a quaint fishing harbour with authentic tavernas, explore the ruined tower of Achilles
TUE
Orei, sail to the north coast of Evia island and visit this lively little resort with its ancient Acropolis guarding the harbour
WED
Koukounaries, we sail east towards Skiathos and Koukounaries, a fantastic beach backed by a pine forrest and a low key resort
THU
Our two-week flotilla commences two days of independent sailing, whilst one week clients return to Skiathos with the prospect of a lively night out

GREEK SAILING HOLIDAY FLOTILLA ITINERARIES

THE SPORADES ROUTE
FRI
Arrivals and departures.
Independent sailing, explore the South Pelion Coast or southern Skopelos. Rendez- vous at Patitiri on Alonissos
SAT
Patitiri, capital of Alonissos and an enchanting and timeless harbour
SUN
Peristeri or Pelagos, a chance to escape and explore uninhabited islands.
Beach BBQ
MON
Steni Vala, a pretty fishing village with a choice of good tavernas ashore
TUE
Skopelos, capital of the island of the same name and a charming harbour town rising steeply from the pretty harbour
WED
Agnonda Bay or Panormos Bay, great beaches, waterside tavernas and good shelter
THU
Skiathos- a swimming stop and a leisurely sail back to our base. Time for drinks on board before a last night out on the town.
FRI
Arrivals & departures. Two-week flotilla on independent sailing with rendez-vous at Paleo Trikeri
Note: Flotilla routes may vary during the season according to weather and operating conditions.
Our flotilla crew will keep you fully briefed each day.
 
TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS

Flight Information
Friday morning charter flights from Gatwick and Manchester to Skiathos with afternoon return.
Flight Time3 hrs5 mins.
Regional charter flights from Newcastle and Glasgow available on request.

Transfer Information
Direct road transfer to Skiathos town in
approximately0-5 minutes.

The Weather
Reliable sunshine and good sailing winds with flat seas along the southern side of the Islands. The season runs from May to early October, with temperatures ranging from the mid70s in early and late season to the high80s from June through mid September. Moderate to fresh winds force 3-6, the upper range being during the late July and August Meltemi season. Great for experienced sailors.

Greek Sailing
2009 Prices (£)

The Sporades Route
Pelion Route

Number of persons Number of persons
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 week 2 week
Oceanis 311 (2cabin/1 sh/wc) 2000 - 2002
1, 8, 15 May 749 649 575 - - - - 1099 895 749 - - - -
22 May 975 799 699 - - - - 1475 1149 975 - - - -
29 May; 5, 12, 19 June 899 749 675 - - - - 1379 1049 899 - - - -
26 Jun, 03, 10 Jul 1095 899 799 - - - - 1675 1295 1095 - - - -
17, 24, 31 Jul; 7, 14 Aug 1199 998 899 - - - - 1895 1449 1249 - - - -
21, 28 Aug; 1095 899 799 - - - - 1675 1295 1095 - - - -
4, 11 Sep 899 749 675 - - - - 1379 1049 899 - - - -
18, 25 Sep 749 649 575 - - - - 1099 895 749 - - - -
2, 9 Oct 729 599 529 - - - - 1049 849 699 - - - -

The Sporades Route
Pelion Route

Number of persons Number of persons
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 week 2 week
Oceanis 343 (2cabin/1 sh/wc) 2005 or Oceanis 361 (2cabin/1 sh/wc) 2000-02
1, 8, 15 May - 729 649 599 569 - - - 1079 899 799 749 - -
22 May - 899 795 725 675 - - - 1329 1099 975 889 - -
29 May; 5, 12, 19 June - 825 729 675 629 - - - 1199 998 899 825 - -
26 Jun, 03, 10 Jul - 998 895 825 775 - - - 1499 1275 1129 998 - -
17, 24, 31 Jul; 7, 14 Aug - 1099 975 895 829 - - - 1649 1375 1199 1099 - -
21, 28 Aug; - 998 895 825 775 - - - 1499 1275 1129 998 - -
4, 11 Sep - 825 729 675 629 - - - 1199 998 899 825 - -
18, 25 Sep - 729 649 599 569 - - - 1079 899 799 749 - -
2, 9 Oct - 675 575 525 499 - - - 975 825 775 699 - -

The Sporades Route
Pelion Route

Number of persons Number of persons
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 week 2 week
Oceanis393 (3 cabin/ 1 sh/ 2 wc) 2001 - 2004
1, 8, 15 May - 799 699 629 595 569 - - 1199 998 875 799 729 -
22 May - 995 849 779 729 695 - - 1499 1249 1095 995 899 -
29 May; 5, 12, 19 June - 899 799 725 679 649 - - 1399 1175 998 899 849 -
26 Jun, 03, 10 Jul - 1095 975 879 799 779 - - 1725 1425 1249 1125 998 -
17, 24, 31 Jul; 7, 14 Aug - 1199 1049 949 879 835 - - 1849 1529 1349 1199 1119 -
21, 28 Aug; - 1095 975 879 799 779 - - 1725 1425 1249 1125 998 -
4, 11 Sep - 899 799 725 679 649 - - 1399 1175 998 899 849 -
18, 25 Sep - 799 699 629 595 569 - - 1199 998 875 799 729 -
2, 9 Oct - 749 649 599 549 529 - - 1129 949 829 749 699 -

The Sporades Route
Pelion Route

Number of persons Number of persons
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 week 2 week
Oceanis 411 (3/4 cabin/2 sh/wc) 2000 - 04
1, 8, 15 May - 899 795 699 649 625 549 - 1449 1195 998 899 849 749
22 May - 1095 949 849 779 729 649 - 1699 1399 1199 1075 998 895
29 May; 5, 12, 19 June - 1065 899 799 749 699 599 - 1679 1375 1175 1049 975 849
26 Jun, 03, 10 Jul - 1199 1049 949 869 799 725 - 1949 1569 1349 1199 1129 969
17, 24, 31 Jul; 7, 14 Aug - 1249 1095 995 899 849 775 - 1995 1599 1399 1249 1149 998
21, 28 Aug; - 1199 1049 949 869 799 725 - 1949 1569 1349 1199 1129 969
4, 11 Sep - 1065 899 799 749 699 599 - 1679 1375 1175 1049 975 849
18, 25 Sep - 899 795 699 649 625 549 - 1449 1195 998 899 849 749
2, 9 Oct - 879 749 679 629 599 499 - 1375 1125 975 875 799 695
FLOTILLA PRICE INCLUDES
  • Return flight from the UK
  • Transfer to and from our flotilla base
  • 7 or 14 days yacht charter
  • Full tank of diesel, water & gas
  • Services & support of flotilla crew
  • Welcome grocery pack, welcome party
    and BBQ (2 week holiday only)
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SAIL & STAY
Combine a week flotilla sailing with a week ashore. We offer an extensive range of accommodation from self catering villas (some with private pools) and appartments to hotels of all categories. Consult one of our knowledgeable specialists who would be happy to recommend a location to suit your specific requirements.
OUR GREECE FLOTILLA FLEET

We offer modern yachts carefully chosen for their excellent reliability and sailing performance, comfortable and well planned accommodation. Standard equipment includes bimini top for protection from the hot sun, roller genoa plus roller or slab reefing on the mainsail. Standard equipment and inventory includes electric windless (32ft +), hot water shower, deck shower, VHF radio, GPS, full safety equipment including life jackets, fire extinguisher, flares etc. bed linen and blankets and a fully equipped galley with electric fridge. Additionally, charts and a Greek waters pilot are provided. Click on the links below for a detailed spec.