Poseidon Charters
The PREMIER sailing tour in the Greek islands for the last decade!
Join Poseidon Charters' world renowned 'Archaeological
Adventure Cruises & Flotillas Program', the premier sailing vacation that captures all
the history, beauty and flavors of Greece. See why so many sailors and
non-sailors have chosen our exclusive tour of the Greek islands. The program has
developed a great reputation for four unique reasons:
1) The variety of islands
is diverse. The two-week program is the boldest itinerary in the industry. It
follows fascinating historic trade routes and a gastronomic circuit for all
tastes.
2) The professional service is the highest level available in Greece.
Our international staff are certified, knowledgeable on Greek waters and history
as well as trained in the service industry.
3) The quality of our boats and
equipment sets a standard unparalleled in Greece. Our two flotilla lead boats
are the best-equipped and maintained 65-foot sloops in Athens.
4) The 'hands on'
character of the tour, where guests 'are the crew', allows experienced sailors
to feel right at home and offers novice sailors a great experience to learn and
practice.
The Greek islands offer sun-kissed beaches, secluded coves,
fine dining, exquisite shopping, exceptional nightlife and so much more! Immerse
yourself in traditional Greek life. Each day brings a new port with a new
adventure! Poseidon Charters is proud to be embarking on its 13th successful
season at the top of the industry. Come and join us on this renowned odyssey,
the 'Archaeological Adventure Cruises & Flotillas Program', and sail Greece!
We are rated in the best inclusive tours in Europe (Parkhurst Publishing Feb.
2000) and recommended by the Greek National Tourism Organization.
Itinerary
The two-week 'Odyssey Cruise' covers the most complete itinerary in the Greek sailing industry! It is roughly 360 miles round trip and is a challenging sailing adventure taking in the most important archaeological, mythological and historical islands in the Saronic Gulf and central Aegean sea.
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Day
1
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-Arrive at Marina and sleep over aboard.Briefing. |
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Day
2-
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Athens to Aegina, (Temple of Aphaia) then Poros |
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Day
3-
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Poros to Spathi for lunch then onto Hydra |
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Day
4-
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Day in Hydra (night at remote beach for BBQ) |
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Day
5-
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Hydra to Milos (dine under cliffs at Kleftiko) |
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Day
6
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-Day at Kleftiko then sail to Adamas Port Milos |
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Day
7-
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Milos to Ios (Homer’s tomb) |
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Day
8-
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Ios to Santorini by ferry. Stay in Villa & visit sites |
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Day
9-
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Day (or optionally 2) in Santorini. |
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Day
10-
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Ios to Tagania for lunch then onto Paros |
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Day
11-
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Paros to Mykonos |
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Day
12-
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Mykonos to Delos return (by ferry see ruins) |
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Day
13-
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Mykonos to Kea (hike to 600 BC Lion) |
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Day
14
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Kea to Cape Sounion (Temple of Poseidon-) |
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Day
15-
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Farewell at Athens at 09:00 |
(7-day tour guests disembark at Ios on Day 8. 10-day tour guest disembark at Paros on Day 11. 7-day and 10-day tours may vary from the above itinerary. )
*It is important to note that the 'Archaeological
Adventure Cruises and Flotillas' are not guided by an archaeologist and there
are no lectures given aboard. The itinerary is designed to offer the most
important archaeological, mythological and historical islands but guests are
advised to explore them with guide book in hand. The captains
are well trained sailors and have a good knowledge of modern and ancient Greece
but are not government trained guides. It is also important to note that the
'Archaeological Adventure Cruises and Flotillas' are not privately booked tours.
They are ‘individual, group 'by the cabin' tours where groups who know each
other cannot dictate the size of yachts, number of guests aboard or the number
of boats in a flotilla. Generally the departures are one yacht but often two and
sometimes there are as many as four yachts on a departure. Customised
itineraries and bareboats with captain can be arranged for groups wanting their
own private yacht and itinerary which can be chosen from our fleet of 250 yachts
including all recent Beneteau models.