2-Weeks Sailing yacht trips to 8 Greek islands with IYT-certified course

Datça/Muğla, Turkey

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Watercraft Type

Sailing Yacht

Course Type

IYT Yachtmaster

Duration

2 Weeks

Max Slots

6 persons

Description

8 Greek Islands sailing trip; Rhodes, Symi, Kos, Kalymnos, Tilos, Nysiros, and Khalki.

We offer you our exclusive 8 Greek Island tour sail on our grandeur Beneteau, Oceanis 411. This tour lasts for 14 days, it's a typical 2 week program. The yacht starts sail from Beledediye Marina, where you can checkin at 16:00 every Saturday. This sail offers you an unforggettable sailing experience while learning the art of sailing and navigation. Once you successfully complete the training course, you will be awarded with an IYT certificate that will allow you to charter a yacht anywhere in the world.

ACCOMODATION

You will stay on board the yacht for 14 nights in a typical two week program
Our sailing yachts have 4 cabins plus an additional skippers’ cabin.
We take a maximum of 6 people on one yacht
We provide bed sheets, pillow covers and a towel for each person

FOOD

The crew of the sailing yacht will make a collective shopping and share costs equally. We can provide a suggested shopping list. People can decide on whether to cook on board or enjoy local delicacies in seaside restaurants. The Skipper/Instructor is fed at the crews’ expense.

PROGRAM

We stop in a different bay or island for each night. We will sail according to our due course as per the route-plan listed on this listing. But we have different routes to cover up the 8 islands and subject to the weather conditions and external factors, we may change our sailing routes upon the Skipper's discretion.
In the morning, an optional tour/trek will be organized by the Skipper at 8:00 AM to visit a historical site or just enjoy nature. Theory is taught after breakfast (10:00-12:00)
In our region, the wind usually picks up at around 12:00 PM, so we depart for our next location at around noon.
After arrival to our destination (16:00-18:00), people will have free time until dinner. You may choose to swim, rest, study or go for a nature walk.
Dinner is held at 19:30 and continues for a few hours as we enjoy the local cuisine and indulge in conversation. After dinner you may participate in playing games (cards, chess, etc.), listening to music or just enjoying nature.

CHECK-IN and CHECK-OUT

Saturday is check-in and meeting day. Our sailing yachts are located in Cairos Marina (on C Pontoon) .You can check in anytime after 16:00 and settle on board.
Our first briefing is held at approximately 17:00 and then we stock up on provisions. We have our first dinner together in the marina and afterwards people can explore the colorful Marmarisian night life!
Sunday is our first day of sailing. We finish last minute shopping and start our voyage around noon.
Our sailing tour ends Friday (2 weeks later); after 16:00. You may leave the yacht or stay one more night to enjoy Marmaris. The yacht have to be empty by 10:00 on Saturday morning to allow for cleaning and preparation for the next group.

VISUAL REPRESENTATION OF THE ROUTE

Characteristics

Manufacturer : Beneteau

Model : Oceanis 411

Manufactured Year : 2003

No. Cabin : 4

No. Bathrooms : 2

No. Berths : 6

Length (meters) : 12.6

Width (meters) : 3.9

Engine: in HP : Volvo Penta 56hp

Max Authorized Capacity): 8

Course types

IYT Yachtmaster

Availability Details

Start Date
16:00

End Date
10:00

Duration:
( Days/Weeks )
2 Weeks

Itinerary

Day 1

Cairos Marina

Our yachts are based in Cairos Marina . Arrive to the yacht and spend the night aboard in the Marina. You can also use the opportunity to do some shopping in the marina and stock up for your sailing trip.

0 NM Covered.

Day 2

Cairos - Turgutreis - Kos

Sunday: After breakfast, we conduct a group shopping. Than We leave for TurgutReis for customs procedures. As soon as our documents are ready for exit, we depart from Turgutreis. Our first stop is the lovely Island of Kos. Kos is the most fertile island of the group and the second most touristy and popular island after cosmopolitan Rhodes. Kos is an attractive island with appealing mountainous villages, an excellent infrastructure, verdant landscape, abundant ground water and superb beaches of various sizes and colors. Rich in history, with abundant ancient ruins, as well as modern, lively towns, Kos is most enjoyable. Usually dinner continues well into the evening, the night being filled with laughter and memorable conversations. Water, electricity, wi-fi, hot showers and toliets are provided by the restuarant.

35 NM Covered. Cumulative NM = 35

Day 3

Kos – Kalymnos (Vathy bay)

Next stop is the picturesque island of Kalymnos. Countless bays and coves cut into the island from all sides, making it a unique spot to anchor, surrounded by high cliffs. A popular place for sponge diving, residents still collect sponges daily.Vathi is a small village beweek narrow and deep inlet of sea and a valley. It is just picturesque.

20 NM Covered. Cumulative NM = 55

Day 4

Kalymnos - Leros

Next upwind stop is Leros. Leros Island is another place ideal for those who crave for most absolute tranquility on a beautiful island. Having a coastline 71 km long as well as a mountainous topography, it offers a number of gulfs and beaches, some of them with some vegetation. In general terms, the villages of Leros are the typical Aegean villages in this specific area, and are scattered all around the volcanic area. The sea scalped the coastline of Leros with lavish artistry giving it lacy shores, sandy beaches, protected harbors and multitude of little islands all-around it.

25 NM Covered. Cumulative NM = 80

Day 5

Leros – Kalymnos (Emborios)

Next stop is the another bay Kalymnos. Emporios is idyllic, peaceful, charming with the best restaurants on the island. If you want to chill, swim, eat fantastic food and experience the real Greecee.

20 NM Covered. Cumulative NM = 100

Day 6-7

Kalymnos – Nysiros

Start another day of your sailing adventure with a long trip towards the island of Nysiros; Nysiros is a volcanic Greek Island; roughly circular in shape, it boasts unique black sand beaches and an active volcano! According to Greek mythology, the island was formed when Poseidon cut off a part of Kos and threw it onto the giant Polybotes to stop him from escaping. The island used to be self-sufficient, and many crops were grown on its terraced slopes. Today, though, they are cultivated on a smaller scale. Renting a vehicle to visit the islands’ volcano is definitely recommended, the 3 km wide caldera is easily accessible and the views are spectacular! There are old and new Greek villages, monastiries, towers to see. And if you are tired, There is a volcanic black sand beach to swim nearby.

35 NM Covered. Cumulative NM = 135

Day 8

Nysiros- Tilos

After 2 days rest, the new destination is the island of Tilos; here we moor at the charming seaside village of Lividia. On the hill, the abandonded roofless houses of Micro Horio are visible. Here, nestled between the ruins of this ancient village, lies the infamous Micro Bar: a classic rock bar/club with a very unique setting, definetly a place to witness! Wander through the bustling village, filled with quaint single-story buildings or bathe in the azure waters surrounding this unspoilt paradise. Dinner is usually served at our favorite restuarant: friendly staff and the best roast goatmeat you have ever tasted!

20 NM Covered. Cumulative NM = 155

Day 9

Tilos – Khalki

The island still boasts unspoiled villages, which have kept their original colors despite the high level of tourism, nesting in the foothills of the island's rolling mountains. Settlements such as Kameiros, Ialyssos and Lindos, with their fine architecture and rich history, properly assert Rhodes classical past. Another quality of Rhodes is its rich and varied landscape: arid and rocky around the coastline, creating impressive rocky formations, while verdant forests blossom in its interior where the unique dama-dama deer lives. But the biggest asset of Rhodes is its capital (the City of Rhodes). It is a splendid medieval city, the largest inhabited medieval town in Europe, and its fortifications are considered as the finest example of medieval architecture.

20 NM Covered. Cumulative NM = 175

Day 10

Khalki - Rhodes

Day 11-12

Rhodes - Symi Island

We start our 3rd leg at around noon, sailing towards the romantic island of Symi. Upon arrival to the cozy village of Symi, you are free to roam the narrow streets and explore the authentic Greek houses; many of which are still occupied by relatives of the original builders. Indulge yourself in a bit of shopping amongst the numerous local shops, where you can find truly unique items and aqquaint yourself with the local populace. Symi is the ideal destination for the romantic type, for those who are looking for something special, such as a tranquil atmosphere, postcard-like scenery and secluded coves. We dine in our favorite local taverna in the evening.

35 NM Covered. Cumulative NM = 245.

Day 13

Symi Island – Knidos

Departure is early for this leg, since we will have a lengthy upwind haul. Knidos, which dates back to 700 BC, was nominated as one of the wonders of world. You can wander through most of this huge ancient city. The accompanying bay is also a lovely place to swim and views from the nearby lighthouse are fantastic!

40 NM Covered. Cumulative NM = 285.

Day 14

Knidos – Datca Cairos Marina

Departure is early again for this leg. After a swimming break We go downwind for our marina. You can leave tonite or spend a night at Datca restorants. Saturday morning boats will be cleaned, So you need to leave before 9:00-10:00

30 NM Covered. Cumulative NM = 315.

Booking rules

The price comprises of;

Two weeks of sail training, trip to 8 Greek Islands: 1200 Eur per person
Bareboat Skipper License is an additional: 200 Eur
The entry and exit procedures for Turkey and Greece are an additional 200 Euros per person
If there is less than 4 people, Participants needs to share the total cost.

Cancellation Rules:

Apart from the KaterBlue Strict Policy we have set, there's +1 Rule, ie; within 30 days cancellation there is not refund to trainee, before 30 days cancellation 2 options %50 refund or registration for next season with same dates.