• Upon your arrival to Athens (usually by aeroplane), we arrange for your transport to the marina (optionally to the city center, depending on time of arrival)
• Purchase required provisions for the cruise (food, beverage, toiletries, etc) or ask us to have the supplies arranged for you already in the yacht at your arrival (service free of charge)
• Embarkation to the yacht at 5pm - introduction of the skipper and the yacht
• Sail to Cape Sounion; distance 23 nautical miles (nm), 3-4 hours sailing by the Athens South Coast
• Arrive to Cape Sounion by sunset; mooring on anchor
• Spend the first night of the cruise under the stars and the lit Temple of Poseidon

Day 2: Sail to Syros island

• Distance: 45 nm (7 hours) - Challenging sailing conditions on a long route, exposed to north winds
• Start your day with an early swim in the crystal clear waters of Cape Sounion
• After a light lunch, sail to Syros island (port of Phoinikas)
• In the afternoon visit the magnificent town of Syros (transport fare 15 EUR for 4 persons by taxi is not included in the total price of the cruise)
• Dinner in the town or the picturesque port of Phoinikas

Day 3: Sail to Mykonos island

• Distance: 24 nm (4 hours) - Challenging sailing conditions as north winds always blow stronger in the area around Mykonos
• After berthing in the marina, visit the cosmopolitan town of Mykonos or the golden beaches of the island
• Dinner in the cosmopolitan town of Mykonos or the yacht and then party into the famous nightlife on the island
• Optional: Visit the sacred islet of Delos and follow a guided tour at the ancient monuments

Day 4: Cooking Lessons on Mykonos 

• We visit a traditional house (fully rebuilt with all modern facilities) for the cooking class (duration: 6 hours)
• Our local cooking instructor welcomes you to a friendly and cozy atmosphere and treats you a glass of wine or raki.
• Cooking lesson includes: tsatziki, spinach pie, stuffed vegetables and beef with orzo!
• Our guests improve their understanding of the Greek cuisine while our cook guides them to prepare a delicious meal!

• The House has an organic garden where you supply all the required vegetables for the recipes.
• Once the food is prepared, enjoy a delicious meal with the treasures you just cooked!
• Through out preparation, the Chef discusses about the history of the island and the local tradition encaptulated on the old recipies
• After dinner, a local sweet is served. We head back to our sailing yacht after a fulfilling 6-hour fest; before we leave, a treat of the House: Each couple of our guests takes as present a bag with local products.
• Authentic - Traditional - Mykonian, this is the essense of the experience in the Mykonian Spiti.
• Optional: Combine the cooking lessons on Mykonos with a visit to a traditional farm, lessons of Greek dances or a hiking tour in the exotic landscape of Mykonos.

Visit the Mykonian Spiti (Home), the facilities of our trusted Gastronomy partner on Mykonos island and learn more about the local cooking experience

Cooking in the Mykonian Spiti 

Day 5: Sail to Donoussa island

• Distance: 35 nm (5 hours) - North winds are favorable as we sail south, although strong winds cause tall waves in the open sea
• Berth in the traditional port of Donoussa, enjoy a relaxing day on the island and the golden beaches
• Dinner in the fish taverns at the port, or on the deck of your yacht
• Alternatively, spend the night on anchor, in any of the coves of Donoussa island

Day 6: Sail to Amorgos island

• Distance: 15 nm (3 hours) - Sailing route further south on the open sea
• Before berthing, you can make a stop in the crystal coves of Amorgos island and enjoy a swim
• Berth in the small port of Aegiali
• Enjoy a peaceful evening in a relaxing and picturesque village around the port
• Optional Activities: Hiking routes of rare beauty and snorkelling / diving by a shipwreck! The Chora (main village) of Amorgos is among the most beautiful spots on the Aegean Sea!

Day 7: Cooking Lessons on Amorgos island

The cooking lessons take place in the fun and relaxing atmosphere of Aegialis Hotel and Spa

• The hotel is located close to the small port, you arrive to the hotel after a nice walk by the beach
• The Chef welcomes you to the hotel and the cooking area
• The menu includes traditional recipes of Amorgos on how to make fava, favatokeftedes, vegetable croquettes and methismena amorgiana desserts
• After the preparation and cooking is completed, enjoy lunch with the delicacies you just made! 
• In the afternoon, continue the exploration of the island. There is still a lot to discover on an island that has preserved the local tradition through out the years

Cooking in Amorgos Hotel and Spa 

Day 8: Sail to Schoinoussa island

• Distance: 24 nm (4 hours)
• Swim in secluded coves with crystal, transparent waters
• Easy night in the small village of the island or the yacht
• Optional activity: Take a walk on the wild and impressive coastline of Schoinoussa island

Day 9: Sail to Paros island

• Distance: 29 nm (5 hours) - Easier trip, since the sailing route is protected by the coast of the big islands, Naxos and Paros
• Enjoy a fascinating trip, with easy-sailing conditions, through the strait of Paros and Antiparos
• Berth early in Paroikia, the main port of Paros island
• Enjoy the rest of the day in the historic port of Paroikia
• Optional activity: Follow a guided tour around the historic spots of Paroikia, including ancient temples, Byzantine walls and the famous church of Panagia (Holly Mary) Ekatontapiliani

Day 10: Cooking Lessons on Paros island

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  Your vehicle will pick you up from the port for half an hour drive to the taverna of our local partner, "Margarita's Studios.
• The tavern is located close to the sea; it is known for the traditional recipes and delicious plates
• The kitchen lies next to a beautiful, beach-front yard. There we will enjoy the meal, next to the swimming pool
• Our local cooking instructor welcomes you to the kitchen and soon you start your introduction to the Greek Gastronomy
• The menu includes how to make tzatziki, friend zucchini balls, dolmadakia, spinach pie, saganaki cheese, moussaka, stuffed tomatoes, rosemary-garlic-lemon roasted lamp or pork, fish and beans soup. The dessert includes baklava, galaktoboureko and more traditional delicacies. 
• After the preparation of the food, enjoy the meal in the beautiful yard under the arbor, with the company of local, table wine.
• In the afternoon return to your yacht for relaxing time in the small marina or the town of Paroikia
• Optional activity: Sail to the small islets of Antiparos and Despotikon, visit archeological spots on free nature or while snorkelling. The area is full of surprises!
• Notes:
  • Coooking lessons on Paros are available all months, except in July and August
  • Drinks on dinner are not included in the total price of the cruise

Learn more about our partner on Paros island:

Cooking in Margarita Studios 

Day 11: Sail to Sifnos island

• Distance: 28 nm (4 hours) - Challenging sailing conditions as the route is exposed to big sea waves when the winds are strong; however, the wind direction is favorable for fast sailing
• Arrive in the port of Kamares
• In the afternoon stay in the picturesque port or visit the town of Apollonia; walk in the beautiful alleys and enjoy dinner
• Optional activities: Hike at the settlement of Kastro, an impressive monument at Sifnos eastern coast, or practice diving (or snorkeling) under the supervision of local dive instructors

Day 12: Cooking Lessons on Sifnos island

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  Sifnos is renown as the island of Gastronomy due to diverse cooking recipes and traditional making of a wide array of food
• Your vehicle will pick you up from the port and drive you to the venue for the cooking lessons. It is a traditional farm uphill, in the exotic Cycladic landscape of Sifnos island
• Under the instructions of the farm owner and cooking instructor create delicious plates using own ingredients from the farm, grown with the method of dry cultivation. Try the unique taste and flavor of these precious vegetables
• In the farm you have also the option to purchase supplies for the yacht, like wine and raki, local cheese and of course fruits and fresh vegetables, all grown in the farm with organic methods
• The cooking lessons on Sifnos island compose a unique experience, revealing the relationship between the Cycladic environment, the traditional Greek gastronomy as well as the local people who cultivate the land and carry these recipes from one generation to the other.

Find out more about the cooking lessons on Sifnos and our local partner:

Cooking in the farm of Narlis 

Day 13: Sail to Kythnos island

• Distance: 34 nm (5 hours)
• Anchor in the cove of Kolona, one of the most beautiful and impressive spots on the Cyclades islands.
• Enjoy your swim in the sheltered bay and take a good rest after the long trip.
• Spend the night on the yacht or in the picturesque port of Merichas, half an hour sail from Kolona.

Day 14: Return to Athens

• Distance: 45 mm (7 hours) - Long trip with milder winds, especially after the passage of the cape Sounion
• Sail by Athens Riviera, the South Coast of the Attika peninsula; on the way have a short stop for swim
• Arrive to Athens marina in the afternoon; after a good rest enjoy dinner in the marina, or visit Athens by night
• Disembarkation takes place the next day, 9:00 in the morning

(The route is adjusted if starting/end point is the port of Paros island)