Greek Islands of the Ionian Sea: Sailing Trip for Sailors 2024

After breakfast, we will explore an island that enchants with lush greenery, beautiful beaches, picturesque mountains, and numerous landmarks. The capital of the island is the city of Corfu with its famous Old Town, which has been entirely inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. It is also worth seeing two fortresses surrounded by a labyrinth of streets perfect for strolls – the Old Fortress and the New Fortress. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.

After breakfast, we will head to the port, the marina of Gouvia, to embark on a comfortable yacht where we will spend the next 9 days. Those who are experiencing sailing adventures for the first time will learn the rules of life on a yacht and the basics of its operation. Seasoned sailors will have the opportunity to expand and refine their skills. Throughout the journey, we will be accompanied by a qualified skipper with extensive offshore experience. Our sailing route will include destinations such as Petriti, Paxos, Antipaxos, Parga, Sivota, and Plataria, among others.

Petriti is a fishing village located on the southeast coast of Corfu, about 30 kilometers south of the city. The village is the largest fishing port on the island, and five seaside taverns specialize in seafood.

Paxos is a small island (19 square kilometers) in the Ionian Sea, located approximately 14 km from Corfu. It enchants with rocky cliffs, rocky arches and caves, and above all with its stunning turquoise water.

Antipaxos is the “younger sister” of Paxos. Located in its immediate vicinity, this small island is one of the most beautiful sights we will see during our entire voyage.

Parga is a charming seaside resort dominated by an ancient castle situated on a rocky hill. In the vicinity, there are beautiful beaches offering various forms of entertainment.

Sivota is a small town located on the Greek mainland, right next to the southern part of Corfu.

Plataria is another picturesque village on the route of our voyage. Like everywhere else, here too we will experience magnificent views, beautiful beaches, and waters shimmering in all shades of blue.

We bid farewell to the beautiful island of Corfu. Transfer to the airport and flight to Athens. Here, we will explore the most interesting and well-known Athenian landmarks. We will start from the center of this ancient city. We will see, among others, the Kalimarmaro Stadium, where the first modern Olympic Games took place in 1896. Additionally, we will visit the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Parliament (here we will witness the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier), the Athenian Trilogy (the School of Fine Arts, the University of Athens, the National Library). Then, we will explore the Acropolis with a guide. We will visit, among others, the Parthenon (a temple dedicated to the goddess of wisdom, Athena), the Erechtheion, the Temple of Nike, the Propylaea (Gateway). After descending from the Acropolis, we will stroll through the Greek and Roman Agoras to the oldest district of Athens called Plaka. Transfer to the hotel, overnight stay.

After breakfast, transfer to the airport and departure from Athens, planning for future sailing adventures.