Yoga Courses on a sailing trip: 1 week itinerary in the Cyclades islands

This is an itinerary that allows our guests to enjoy Yoga during their trip on the sailing yacht. The difficulty of the trip is rather limited and distances are not too large, as the priority is to keep calm and relaxed, while visiting some of the most beautiful destinations in the Cyclades islands. However, every sailing trip in the Cyclades has the risk of strong, northern winds. In such case, the route could be affected either partially, or even have to avoid the specific sailing area in favor of more calm weather conditions.

It is interesting that the specific routes includes visits to secluded beaches, so guests can enjoy silence and privacy, especially during the training sessions. This also means however that you can visit some of the secret coves of the fabulous Cyclades islands!

The Chart of the Trip

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Alimos marina, Athens - Cape Sounion - Kithnos - Sifnos - Serifos - Athens

Day 1: Sail to Cape Sounion (23 nautical miles - nm)

The trip starts in Athens, the largest sailing center in Greece, with direct access from the International Airport. The yacht is based in Alimos marina, the biggest marina in the area, but the trip would not be affected if other Athens ports were selected, such as Lavrion, Nea Peramos, etc.

After the introduction to the yacht, we set sail for Cape Sounion, the southermost point of Athens peninsula and a busy but impressive bay, under the ancient Poseidon Temple, which is lit at night.

After the arrival to the Cape Sounion, the Yoga Instructor leads a meditation course on the yacht, in a serene landscape.

Sunset view from the temple of Poseidon

The bay of Kolona, in Kythos island

Day 2: Sailing to Kythnos island (23 nm)

Start the day early, with a refreshing morning session of yoga. The yoga practice takes place in the beach, near Cape Sounion. After your return to the yacht and a light lunch, start the trip to Kithnos island.

Kithnos is famous for the golden, sandy beaches. The destination is the cove of Kolona, one of the most spectacular spots in the Cyclades islands. Enjoy swimming and relaxing and later in the afternoon head to the port. During sunset you can follow the meditation course, while you can enjoy a walk to a serene location, for the ideal location of the meditation course. You can dinner on the yacht or on of the restaurant by the beach.

Day 3: Kythnos - Sifnos island (32 nm)

Early in the morning, the yacht heads to one of the calm coves for the yoga practice, and after breakfast, you sail to the island of Sifnos. This is a special island, with beautiful inner land and several alternative locations to berth at night. The first evening, you visit the traditional port of Kamares. The port is small, and there is a long, sandy beach in the cove of the port, where you can enjoy your evening meditation course. In the evening, you can visit Apollonia, the main village of Sifnos, located uphill, and enjoy the traditional, Cycladic architecture, as well as try the famous, local cuisine of the island.

Day 4: Sifnos island

Sifnos has plenty of amazing destinations that worth a visit: the main town of Apollonia, the spectacular 'Castle' on the eastern coast, the bays of Faros, Platis Gialos and Vathi, as well as the port of Kamares. Sifnos is the gastronomy center in the Cyclades, with quality restaurants preparing local recipes, as well as there is a longterm tradition for pottery creation on the island.

For all these reasons, it is worth spending an additional day exploring Sifnos, while you will have a yoga training session in the morning, and a meditation session in the evening. Our aim is to plan the day with flexibility, following your own preferences for the day

Amazing Serifos coast

Day 5: Sail to Serifos island (9nm)

Start early in the day to visit Serifos, the small island near Sifnos. Firstly, anchor in the bays at the southern coast, with peaceful spots for the morning yoga practice. After swimming, head to the port of Serifos, Livadi. It is worth visiting also the small village uphill, for drinks and dinner. The spectacular view to the endless blue of the Aegean Sea that the Town offers, is one of the highlights of the trip!

Day 6: Sail to Kea island (32 nm)

Early in the day, visit one of the small coves near the port for the morning yoga practice. Then sail upnorth, to the island of Kea. We make the first stop in the southern coves of the Kea, for some swimming and relaxing. The last night of the trip before the return to Athens, you can choose if you wish to spend in the port of the island, or in a cove, staying on anchor.

Koundouros bay in Kea island

The Temple of Apollo in the bay of Karthaia, , Kea

Day 7: Return to Athens

Start the day with the morning yoga practice. Then sail toward Alimos marina, the home port in Athens. In between, you can stop for a quick break for swimming and lunch in Athens South Coast. The cruise is completed in Alimos marina, before 18:00 pm. You can stay in the yacht overnight and visit Athens City Center. Disembarkation takes place the next day.

Notes:

Above data (distances, berthing information, etc.) are included merely for informational purposes and are not accurate. Please assess a nautical chart before your trip, to ensure a safe and pleasant trip.

The passengers are free to modify the route according to their preferences

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1 WEEK YOGA SAILING IN THE CYCLADES ISLANDS