Sailing vacation in Greece

The mythological significance of Greece provides a distinct charm for Greek sailing vacations. To taste the charm of entire Greece a traveler have to visit not just the mainland, but also the islands of Aegean and Ionian Sea. There are many groups of islands, such as the Dodecanese archipelago, the Cyclades and the Sporades. From the Greek waters of Mediterranean Sea cruise ships can also sail along the coasts of Turkey. The Greek coast is renowned for its blue waters, deep sky, and the mild Mediterranean climate.
There are many cruises on the coastline of Greece. You can also hire a boat. A rented boat provide great privacy, but you'll have to do the navigating and the rowing yourself. If you are not a very experienced sailor, you can hire a skipper, a captain which will guide you through this waters. People who go sailing along the Greek coasts can also hire one of their traditional boats - gullets and caiques. These are small boats that accommodate a less number of people and don't offer great comfort. Of course, a large number of yachts and catamarans are also available for different cruises.

Cruises in Mediterranean Sea

Sailing in the Greek waters is a unique experience, enveloped both in myth and beauty. The days are spent sailing in open seas and visiting magical islands lying in warm & blue waters. During nighttimes, several island resorts welcome the sailors. In the evening you can also visit their villages & taverns, which offer specific Greek dishes, wine and dance.
During most cruises in Mediterranean Sea tourists find a very large number of attractions worth for a visit: old cities, medieval castles, statues, picturesque villages, ancient harbors, and the list can endless go on...

Cruising in Aegean and Ionian Sea

A sailing vacation in Greece is not so expensive as you could think. The peak season begins from March and continues up to November. Even after that, there are sailors cruising both in Aegean and Ionian Sea because in this waters the winters are pretty warm and mild.
The Greek islands lie in the Ionian and Aegean Sea. Corfu and Lefkas, in the Ionian Sea, are favorites among sailors. A another well-known travel destination is also the historically famous Ithaca, the island of Ulysses. The islands from Aegean Sea are divided in three archipelagos: Cyclades, Dodecanese and Sporades. Islands from Cyclades such as Kea, Mykonos and Santorini are especially known in the world as premier travel destinations. The most famous Dodecanese island is Patmos, where Saint John wrote about apocalypse nine centuries ago.