The 125-nautical-mile route from Athens to Santorini through the Western Cyclades takes 7-10 days under the Meltemi wind. A practical guide to marinas, anchorages, costs, and timing — written for crews who actually have to sail it.
Greece offers three distinct charter regions — the accessible Saronic Gulf near Athens, the wind-swept Cyclades, and the sheltered Ionian Islands. Here's how to choose the right one for your crew, budget, and experience level.
An honest guide to sailing the Greek islands — Cyclades (iconic but windy), Saronic (easy and close to Athens), Ionian (calm and green), Dodecanese (uncrowded), and Sporades (lush). Distances, wind conditions, costs, and when to go.