Sailing the Greek Isles?

Question

My Fiance and I are getting married in Santorini in September and would like to spend some time sailing. We're not exactly sure what island we plan to visit after Santorini, but we are open to suggestions.

I am looking for suggestions on sailing vacations. Though I used to do a lot of sailing, and even taught sailing, it has been quite a few years, so we won't be able to do a bareboat charter. Instead, we'll probably have to do a crewed charter.

Any suggestions on: 1) charter companies to use, or 2) islands to visit would be very appreciated.

Thanks!

Answer 1

Good luck in Santorini!

Information on the islands can be found on

http://www.boatpride.com/greek-islands-c...

and company to use

http://www.odysseysailing.gr

Hope it helps

Answer 2

Well, there's an open ended question, Where are you starting you holiday from (island), and how long are you there?

There are plenty of "skippered" charterers, you should look in Yachting Monthly, or Practical Boatowner for companies, as the prices differ greatly.  Personally I think some of the smaller charterers are better as they are more flexible, but doing your homework re companies and how much they will deviate off the beaten track could be worthwhile.

Hope you have a great time.

Answer 3

First of all congratulations on your marriage!

If I were you, I would contact Fyly or The Moorings charter agencies, they have bases all over Greece and you can charter with a skipper! Keep in mind that the Meltemi wind will be blowing from the North on many days, so it would be best trying to go south. But you are already in Santorini, so move north by ferry and start your journey either from Athens or make an arrangement with the charter agency. The Cyclades islands are of course the most beautiful but don't come with any comfortable marinas, make sure you have a big enough water tank!

For the Dodecanese islands, check this one http://www.seascape-sail.com/

Have fun!

Answer 4

Absolutely have to visit Symi island!  Absolutely gorgeous island and you might catch some of the festivals in Sept, depending on the time.

Answer 5

Well, I don't know any charter companies to recommend.  But about islands to visit, I would say that since u will be in Santorini, that you might as well do your sailing in the Cyclades, the island group in the south Aegean since that is where you already will be.  The other major islands of the Cyclades are  Amorgos, Anafi, Ándros, Antiparos, Delos, Ios, Kéa, Kimolos, Kythnos, Mílos, Mykonos, Náxos, Páros, Folegandros, Serifos, Sifnos, Sikinos, Síros and Tínos.  Take a look at a map to see where each one is located,  and then do a google search or read about each one in a travel book, and make your decision based on your personal preference.  

CONGRATULATIONS!!