Itineraries · Cyclades
Three departure ports, three different weeks: the Western Cyclades from Lavrio, the Small Cyclades from Paros, or Mykonos, Delos and Tinos from Mykonos. White villages, turquoise water and great sailing days in the meltemi.
Boat, skipper and route in one price. 1, 2 or 3 weeks from the same port: the longer you stay, the further we go. Good to know →
Departing from Lavrio
Kea, Syros, Serifos and Kythnos: authentic, quieter islands and real open-water passages. Lavrio is 40 minutes from Athens airport.
With Yassir as skipper: explore the coves by paddle board or Subnado underwater scooter →
Getting there
Athens airport (ATH): direct flights from all over Europe, then only 35 to 40 min by taxi or transfer to Lavrio, the closest port to the airport.
From central Athens: about 1 hour by taxi or regional bus (KTEL). No ferry needed.
Distances are approximate. The route adapts every day to the wind and weather: in summer the meltemi can blow hard in the Cyclades.
Day 1 · ≈ 13 nm
Boarding in Lavrio, 40 minutes from Athens airport, safety briefing, then a short crossing to Kea. Evening in the sheltered bay of Vourkari and its waterside tavernas.
Day 2 · ≈ 30 nm
The big crossing of the week, often on a beam reach in the meltemi. Arrive in Ermoupoli, capital of the Cyclades, with its neoclassical mansions and marble-paved square.
Day 3 · ≈ 27 nm
South-west to Serifos, downwind. Anchor at Livadi, then walk up to the hilltop Chora for sunset.
Day 4 · ≈ 18 nm
North to Kythnos and Kolona beach, a sandbar joining the island to Agios Loukas islet: swim on either side.
Day 5 · ≈ 6 nm
A short hop round the north of the island to Loutra and its hot springs flowing into the sea. A relaxed day.
Day 6 · ≈ 24 nm
A last crossing back to Attica, with the temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion in sight, then back to Lavrio for the final evening.
Departing from Paros
Naxos, Koufonisia, Schinoussa, Ios and Antiparos: white villages, turquoise water and small islands at the heart of the archipelago.
With Yassir as skipper: explore the coves by paddle board or Subnado underwater scooter →
Getting there
Paros airport (PAS): domestic flights from Athens (40 min), then 15 min by taxi to Parikia harbour.
Fly to Athens + ferry: from Piraeus or Rafina, 3 h by fast ferry or 4 to 5 h by conventional ferry.
Distances are approximate. The route adapts every day to the wind and weather: in summer the meltemi can blow hard in the Cyclades.
Day 1 · ≈ 12 nm
Boarding in Paros and safety briefing, then round the north of the island to Naxos. Sunset under the Portara, the great gateway of the temple of Apollo.
Day 2 · ≈ 20 nm
Down the west coast of Naxos and its long sandy beaches, then on to the Koufonisia. Turquoise water, Pori beach and a small fishing harbour.
Day 3 · ≈ 5 nm
A short hop through the Small Cyclades: swimming at anchor, then an evening in the quiet village of Schinoussa.
Day 4 · ≈ 18 nm
South-west to Ios in the meltemi. Arrive in Ormos harbour and climb to the white Chora for sunset.
Day 5 · ≈ 24 nm
The longest leg, often under sail: north to Antiparos and anchor near Despotiko islet, with its clear water and ancient sanctuary.
Day 6 · ≈ 5 nm
Across the channel between Antiparos and Paros, a last swim, then back to Paros for the final evening.
Departing from Mykonos
Tinos, Syros, Paros, Naxos and Rinia facing Delos: the great islands of the Cyclades, with Mykonos international airport 15 minutes from the boat.
With Yassir as skipper: explore the coves by paddle board or Subnado underwater scooter →
Getting there
Mykonos airport (JMK): direct flights from many European cities in season, then 15 min by taxi to the marina.
Fly to Athens + ferry: from Rafina or Piraeus, 2 to 2.5 h by fast ferry or 4 to 5 h by conventional ferry.
Distances are approximate. The route adapts every day to the wind and weather: in summer the meltemi can blow hard in the Cyclades.
Day 1 · ≈ 10 nm
Boarding at Mykonos marina, safety briefing, then a short crossing to Tinos. Evening in Tinos harbour, below the church of Panagia Evangelistria.
Day 2 · ≈ 12 nm
West to Syros. A swim in a cove on the east coast, then Ermoupoli, capital of the Cyclades, and the hilltop quarter of Ano Syros.
Day 3 · ≈ 22 nm
A fine downwind run south in the meltemi to Paros. The white lanes of Parikia and the church of Panagia Ekatontapyliani.
Day 4 · ≈ 15 nm
Round the north of Paros past Naoussa, then on to Naxos. Sunset under the Portara, the great gateway of the temple of Apollo.
Day 5 · ≈ 20 nm
North to the anchorage at Rinia, facing the sacred island of Delos: clear water and a quiet evening, far from the crowds.
Day 6 · ≈ 6 nm
A last swim, then back to Mykonos. The ancient site of Delos can be visited by shuttle boat from the old harbour, and a final evening in Little Venice.
Optional
Two extras to add to your week, to explore the sea in a different way.
Photo by Leo Visions
On the water
An inflatable paddle board on board to explore coves, follow the cliffs or paddle ashore from the anchorage. Easy to pick up, for all ages.
€100per week
Under the water
A compact, lightweight underwater scooter to glide beneath the surface with mask and snorkel: seagrass, rocks and fish, without effort. A fun way to explore the seabed around the boat.
€160per week
On every programme (cruise, coaching or two-week voyage): the equipment travels with me.
Depending on the departure port. Easy from Athens, Lavrio and Lefkada. From Mykonos, Paros or Rhodes, on request: the equipment has to come by ferry, so ask me when you book.
Prices are per week, whatever the number of people on board.
Good to know
From €1,100 per person for the week: the boat, Yassir as your skipper, and a route planned with you and adapted to the weather. The exact price depends on your dates, the boat and the size of your group.
Fuel, harbour fees, provisioning, the skipper’s meals and the skipper’s travel to the departure port, as well as your own travel. Optional: the paddle board and the Subnado.
I reply with availability, a few boats suited to your group, each with its quote, and a sample route. It is free and with no obligation: nothing is booked until you have chosen and confirmed.
Weeks run from Saturday to Saturday, as with almost every boat in Greece: you board on Saturday and leave the boat the following Saturday morning. Two-week voyages follow the same rhythm.
A deposit confirms your week, and the rest is paid before or on the day of departure. The exact amounts and dates are written in your quote.
No. I take care of navigation, manoeuvres and safety. If you'd like, I'm happy to show you how to helm or trim a sail.
Yes, of course. Child lifejackets, short legs, sheltered anchorages and swimming: the cruise is built around the family's pace.
We choose legs and timings according to the weather, with short passages and plenty of time at anchor. A catamaran, being more stable, is also a good option.
Yassir Benchelah · Yauna Sailing
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