Who is this Itinerary For?
This itinerary is ideal for friends and families seeking a 6-day sailing experience in the Sporades archipelago, prioritizing freedom and privacy. This is the best way to explore multiple destinations in Greece and access private beaches and coves unreachable by land provided that you don’t get easily sea-sick.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Skiathos Arrival & Tsougrias Anchorage
Upon arrival at Skiathos Airport (JSI), proceed directly to the designated yacht charter office at Skiathos Marina. Complete the yacht check-in process and stock provisions from local supermarkets situated 300 meters from the marina. Depart Skiathos Port for a 1.5-hour sail (6 nautical miles) south to Tsougrias Island (Lat: 39.083° N, Long: 23.498° E). Anchor in the southern bay. Evening activity limited to swimming from the yacht and onboard meal preparation.
Day 2: Skopelos Panormos & Kastani Coastline
Sail 2 hours (8 nautical miles) east to Panormos Bay, Skopelos. Anchor for a 2-hour period for swimming off the yacht transom. Continue sailing east along the Skopelos coast for 1 hour (4 nautical miles) to Kastani Beach (Lat: 39.123° N, Long: 23.682° E). Anchor for 60 minutes. Proceed for another 1.5-hour sail (7 nautical miles) to Skopelos Town Port. Secure a berth on the town quay. Walk the uphill stone alleys behind the port. Dinner at a waterfront taverna near the port.
Day 3: Alonissos Patitiri & Old Village Ascent
Depart Skopelos Town Port and sail 2.5-3 hours (12 nautical miles) east to Patitiri Port, Alonissos. Secure a berth. From Patitiri, utilize a local taxi or public bus for a 10-minute uphill transfer (3.5 kilometers) to the Alonissos Old Village (Chora). Navigate the network of cobbled footpaths. Observe the Aegean Sea from elevated observation points. Return to Patitiri for evening meal.
Day 4: Alonissos Marine Park & Kyra Panagia
Sail 2 hours (9 nautical miles) northeast into the designated waters of the National Marine Park of Alonissos and Northern Sporades. Continue to the uninhabited island of Kyra Panagia. Anchor inside Planitis Bay (Lat: 39.375° N, Long: 24.167° E), a natural harbor. Spend the day swimming, snorkeling, and observing the protected marine environment. Overnight at anchorage. Specific wildlife observation is not guaranteed.
Day 5: Peristera Bays & Skopelos Return Leg
Sail 1.5 hours (6 nautical miles) southwest from Kyra Panagia to the western bays of Peristera Island. Anchor at Vassiliko Bay (Lat: 39.208° N, Long: 23.974° E) for 2 hours of swimming and lunch onboard. Initiate the return journey with a 3-hour sail (15 nautical miles) west, bypassing Skopelos Town, to anchor in a protected bay on the western side of Skopelos, such as near Loutraki Port. This position reduces the final day’s sailing duration.
Day 6: Skiathos Marina Return
Complete a final 1.5-2 hour sail (7 nautical miles) west back to Skiathos Marina. Proceed directly to the dedicated fuel dock for yacht refueling. Finalize yacht check-out procedures with the charter company. This marks the conclusion of the 6-day itinerary. Evening activities include an optional walk along Skiathos Old Port and dinner at a local establishment sourcing fresh fish catch.
