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- Two Week Sailing The Cyclades from Paros
The Cyclades are renowned for some of their famous islands - not only have you got Santorini, a celebrity hotspot but you’ve also got Mykonos, a place that exudes luxury and old fashioned Greece in equal measures.
We’d only recommend this sailing route for the keener sailors, similar to our one week Paxos route as the Meltimi blows heavily during the summer season, up to Force 6 making it an exciting sailing ground for an experienced crew.
The Cyclades are fairly far south so experiences a warm summer with temperatures up to the mid 30’s in peak season. And the best bit about this area is the moorings fees...there aren’t any! (Or if there are, which is extremely rare they won’t be much more the €20).
After arriivng in Paros and checking in with the local charter company you have some time to enjoy the evening entertainment. Paros is one of the most popular islands in the Cyclades and a great place to begin your sailing holiday. Famous for its traditional Greek architecture, stunning beaches and lively nightlife this island is the perfect spot for all.
Sailing East from Paros will take you towards Naxos, the largest island in the Cyclades. It is located in the centre between Paros and Mykonos. According to Greek mythology this was the nuptial isle of the god Dionysus, god of wine. Which sounds like a great spot for us if that is anything to go by.
A short 10 mile sail from here will take you to Donoussa. Due to the size of Donoussa (it is very small) it has remained a quiet place for summer holidays with very few tourist facilities and lots of privacy.
Paros
Naxos
Donoussa
As you sail further south around the Cyclades you will pass several big islands that are not to be missed. Armorgos and Irakleia are only a short 5 mile sail from each other and offer lovely anchorages among beautiful bays. They are also nice for an overnight stay with lots of local tavernas offering fresh Greek food, a great way to spend an evening.
Sailing further south will bring you to a couple of very popular islands in the cyclades, Ios and Santorini. Santorini is one of the most photographed Greek islands, and it's not hard to see why. With its blue domed churches, white washed iconic houses and mesmerising views out over the Aegean. Ios is famous for its wonderful beaches, picturesque villages and lively nightlife, it has something for everyone.
Santorini
Armorgos
Irakleia
Ios
Take your time meandering through the Western Islands in the Cyclades. A 10 mile sail from Santorini will take you to Folegandros.
Nestled away from all the package tours and holiday makers is Folegandros. It is one of the smaller Cyclades Islands and truly stunning with its rugged cliffs and white washed houses. Due to the terrain on the island a lot of the beaches are very hard to get to if you don’t fancy hiking. However as you will be sailing this is perfect for you to find a nice little secluded spot. You can anchor off in many of the bays and swim up the beach if you fancy exploring.
Milos and Sifnos are just a short sail from Folegandros and a must see with lovely ports for an overnight stay.
Folegandros
Sifnos
Milos
A short 5 mile sail from Sifnos will take you to Serifos, a beautiful island untouched by tourism with crystal beaches and little traditional tavernas, this is a must for families or those looking for some romance.
A great spot to get your sails up for a final sail is between Serifos and Paros. The wind in the area is perfect for some tacking in the open seas.
Give yourself plenty of time to get back to Paros so you can fully enjoy all it has to offer including the lovely beaches, local shops and exciting nightlife before cheking out the next morning.
Paros
Serifos
Below is an indication of the yachts that will sail on this flotilla. Please call us on 020 8459 8787 to check live availability.
Our Shore to Sail holidays are a combination of a one or two week flotilla sailing holiday with another relaxing week or two ashore.
These holidays will appeal to those who enjoy sailing but have family or friends who are not quite so enthusiastic about sailing - a compromise can now be made!
Most people opt for a week of sailing followed by a week of winding down on shore. However it is entirely up to you to do what you want to do (and when!)
The Iris Hotel has been a popular choice for flotilla sailors for many years. This accommodation option will fit in with any of our flotillas starting and finishing on Lefkas Island. The hotel itself is a small family run hotel located close to Nidri Town. It has a combination of studio rooms for two or three people and apartments that can sleep up to 4.
The Salvator Spa Hotel is perched in the hills above Parga town and is a slightly more luxurious offering. The rooms on offer range from the Deluxe Room for two people, up to the Superior 2 Room Villa for up to 6 people. The hotel itself has an excellent restaurant, pool and spa facilities and all villas come with their own private pool.
Our brand new villa in Sivota on Lefkas is exclusive to Sailing Holidays Ltd. Built with families and groups in mind, the 3 double bedrooms all feature en-suite bathrooms. Built into the hill the ground floor level comprises of the master bedroom, a large kitchen and living space. On the same level you will find a huge outdoor seating area and a private pool.
