Dodecanese Sailing Cruise Itinerary

Dodecanese Sailing Cruise Kalymnos_fishingboats

 

The Symi routr -WEEK 1

23 April; 07, 21 May; 04, 18 June; 02, 16. 30 July; 13, 27 August; 10, 24 September; 08, 22 October 2016

Sat

Kos – Arrivals and Departures: Fly to Kos and transfer to Kos marina for embarkation. Kos is the home of the father of modern medicine Hippocrates and the ancient ruins of the Asklepieion medical complex are a must. In Kos town you can hire a bike as the best way to explore.

Sun

Knidos (17 nm) – A scenic bay virtually surrounded by extensive ancient ruins of the same name, in a dramatic location. In the evening, we dine in the solitary taverna ashore.

Mon

Symi (15 nm) – The stunning harbour of Symi is a great place to sail into. The amphitheatre town retains its’ traditional character and charm having been much renovated over recent years. Be sure to climb the steps to the church for a superb panoramic view.

Tue

Panormitis, Symi (14 nm) – A well sheltered scenic bay surrounded by pine clad hills and dominated by the notable monastery of the archangel Michael, protector of Seafarers.

Wed

Tilos (20 nm) A scenic and quiet island boasting nice beaqches, an internationally protected bird sactuarry and a friendly  ‘off the beaten track’ feel.

Thu

Nisyros (20 nm) – Dominated by a still active volcano which you can visit, this small friendly island has a ruined Mycenaean fortress and plenty of scenic walks

Fri

Kos (25 nm) – Hire a bike to explore this attractive resort town and nearby beaches. Farewell evening ashore in lively Kos town.

Sat

Kos – Disembark after breakfast or if on two week itinerary explore the sights of Kos.

The Kalymnos Route – WEEK 2

30 April; 14, 28 May; 11, 25 June; 09, 23 July; 06, 20 August; 03, 17 September; 01, 15 October 2016

Sat

Kos – Arrivals and Departures: Kos is the home of the father of modern medicine Hippocrates and the ancient ruins of the Asklepieion medical complex are a must. In Kos town you can hire a bike as the best way to explore.

Sun

Pothia-Kalymnos (17 nm) – Known as the island of the sponge divers. The bustling harbour town boasts several museums, and a lively neoclassical sea front.

Mon

Lipsi (30 nm) – The largest of a small group of islands to the south of Patmos, explore the local market for thyme honey and other local specialities

Tue

Patmos or Arki/Port Augusta (12nm) – Depending on the weather, we will head to Patmos, for a visit to the monastery of St John or alternatively the smaller island of Arki and the quiet village of Port Augusta, a sleepy little spot with just two tavernas ashore.

Wed

Leros (21 nm) – We moor in the marina in Lakki, on the south west side of the island. Evidence of Italian occupation is obvious in the town, with a good range of facilities ashore.

Thu

Free sailing (35 nm) – Heading back towards Kos, there are options for a quiet night in Emborios or Vathi on Kalymnos or a chance to explore the smaller island of Pserimos to the east of Kalymnos.

Fri

Kos – Hire a bike to explore this attractive resort town and nearby beaches. Farewell evening ashore in lively Kos town

Sat

Kos – Disembark after breakfast or if on two week itinerary explore the sights of Kos.

Note:
The Dodecanese is a more challenging sailing area and as such the route is weather dependant. During the summer Meltemi season (normally July and August) a revised itinerary will operate, taking into account the prevailing wind patterns.