Description
Kavala’s hill-crowned harbor opens a corridor to one of the Aegean’s most enigmatic islands: Samothraki. This weekly bareboat plan balances a satisfying open-water leg with days reserved for waterfalls, hot springs, and serene coves. Between modern promenades and primordial landscapes, you will sample the breadth of the northern Aegean—from city lights to silent anchorages.
About Our Service in Kavala, Samothraki & ThraceThe schedule favors an early blue-water push to maximize time ashore on Samothraki, then layers back with urban comfort in Alexandroupolis and a tranquil finish in Porto Lagos. With flexible morning departures and generous afternoons, you can linger in anchorages, add short hikes, or book a thermal soak on a whim. Provisions are straightforward, and minor route tweaks remain possible if winds suggest a different order of stops.
Day 1 – Kavala Marina (Embarkation 17:00)
Board beneath the city’s Byzantine walls, settle into cabins, and stroll the waterfront for a first taste of local cuisine. Overnight in the marina.
Day 2 – Kavala to Samothraki (~55 NM)
A purposeful passage rewards you with Kamariotissa by late afternoon. Dine on island specialties and enjoy the hush that descends after the last ferry departs.
Day 3 – Exploring Samothraki
Choose the Fonias river pools and cascades, the Therma hot springs, or the sandy sweep of Pachia Ammos. History enthusiasts can wander the Sanctuary of the Great Gods, a site steeped in mystery. Overnight in Kamariotissa.
Day 4 – Circumnavigation & Lakkoma Bay
Trace sea-carved cliffs, pause at quiet inlets, and snorkel over clear rock gardens. Anchor at Lakkoma Bay for a night of soft swells and bright stars.
Day 5 – Samothraki to Alexandroupolis
Return to city comforts: cafés, a photogenic lighthouse, and a long promenade perfect for an evening walk. Marina facilities make resupply simple.
Day 6 – Alexandroupolis to Porto Lagos
Glide into the lagoon gateway of Lake Vistonida. Visit Agios Nikolaos Monastery on wooden walkways above still water, and watch for herons and flamingos in the wetlands. Overnight in this serene, nature-forward setting.
Day 7 – Return to Kavala
A final coastal run delivers you back to the castle-topped skyline. Celebrate the contrast you’ve lived this week—wild island, lively city, meditative lagoon. Overnight onboard.
Day 8 – Disembarkation (09:00)
About Our Yacht – Sun Odyssey 410 (2020)The Sun Odyssey 410’s modern hull and gentle motion make the ~55 NM leg to Samothraki feel composed and efficient. Helm responses are precise, systems are intuitive, and cockpit ergonomics keep crew confident during trim, reef, or anchor work. Comfort upgrades—folding cockpit table, generous cushions, solar support, and a reliable tender—help you relax quickly at each stop.
Electronics include Raymarine i70 displays, AXIOM 7 touch plotter, 70s autopilot, and VHF. Three cabins and two WCs suit families or two couples plus friends, while Fusion audio sets the tone for sundowners after a day of hiking and hot springs. It’s a capable, confidence-building platform for a northern Aegean loop that blends exploration with ease.
If you want a charter that feels varied—open-sea stride, mountain waterfalls, thermal baths, marina nightlife—this Samothraki plan aligns beautifully with a self-skippered week.
