Cyclades Yacht charter – suggested itinerary
Cyclades Yacht charter – plan your next holiday to discover these beautiful Greek islands. Their excellent climate, wonderful beaches, rich cultural offer and the unusual hospitality of their inhabitants make Cyclades Yacht charter one of the favorite holiday destinations.
You can modify your itinerary as you wish, together with the Captain, day by day. This is only our “suggested” itinerary, starting from Athens and choosing the Cyclades:
Day 1: ATHENS – KYTHNOS – SYROS
Kythnos can claim one of the oldest known dwellings in the Cyclades islands. Unspoilt island with more than 70 beaches, many of which are still inaccessible by land. The two charming inland villages, Chora (Kythnos town) and the lively little Dryopis, can best be visited by scooter or bicycle. The two main ports are Merichas and Loutra. Merichas — just a few minutes’ sail from the oddly shaped Sandbar Bay — is the smaller of the two. Loutra, to the northeast, today also has a new port that provides the best Meltemi wind protection on the island
Day 2: SYROS – MYKONOS
Syros is the island where Greek tradition and Western influence come to a harmonious marriage. The capital of the island Ermoupoli was the first major commercial and industrial center of the country in the nineteenth century. The large number of beautiful beaches will delight lovers of sea and sand. Mykonos‘ nickname is The Island of Winds. Tourism is an important industry and Mykonos is well known for its vibrant nightlife. Mykonos has many bays, which are well protected from the usual north winds, where water sports and snorkeling activities are possible. A walk through the main town is strongly recommended, with typical Cycladic houses, alleys and windmills.
Day 3: MYKONOS–PAROS
Unparalleled natural beauty, beaches with crystal clear waters, Byzantine paths connecting traditional villages and breathtaking landscapes make Páros one of the most popular tourist destinations in Greece. Beyond the port, you will find two other settlements, Hora (or rope), built on a hill with great views, and the small Messaria to the north. The numerous beaches are a great asset of Schinoussa. Psili Ammos is the most secular and Livadi is a large beach with crystal clear waters and is actually one of the most popular beaches on the island.
Day 4: PAROS – IOS:
Ios is a small island in the heart of the Cyclades. It is said to be the island of youth, where young people from all over the world meet and enjoy their summers. It is famous for its lively nightlife with countless bars, cafes, clubs and restaurants and for its beaches with crystal clear water. The small port of Ios, with the domed church of St. Irini (seventeenth century) is located in a sheltered bay on the west coast of the island. Ios embodies the classic Greek island atmosphere: hilly clusters of white blue-roofed buildings, an amphitheater, golden beaches spilling into the sapphire sea.
Day 5: IOS – SANTORINI
Many reasons have made Santorini famous all over the world. Its great wines, international and local cuisine but above all the villages that are situated on cliffs that offer a breathtaking view of the submerged volcano. The island also has impressive beaches with black, red or white sand! Incredible villages have been built on the edge of this caldera, with Cycladic architecture and stunning sea views. Santorini’s famous sunset is a romantic experience!
Day 6: SANTORINI – MILOS
Milos is famous for the color of the sea around the island, the traditional local cuisine and its friendly people. The famous beaches of the island are Kleftiko and Sarakiniko. Kleftiko was an old hideout for pirates. Today these geological formations created by wind and sea, are the perfect place to swim and explore. Sarakiniko is named after the Saracen pirates. The complex of these volcanic rocks is a magical landscape and also a part to enjoy the feeling of transparent waters and sun.
Day 7: MILOS – HYDRA
Hydra, built amphitheatrically on a slope overlooking the Argosaronic Gulf, is one of Greece’s most romantic destinations. Traditional stone buildings, narrow cobbled streets, secluded squares and above all the ban on cars and the use of around 500 donkeys as a means of public transport, explain why Hydra has retained its distinctive atmosphere through the passage of time.
Day 8: HYDRA – ATHENS
Disembarkation in ATHENS 12:00
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