Cyclades Sailing Multi-activity holiday
- Mar - Nov
- Small Groups
- 7 - 14 days
- Customizable
"Experience unique fun activities and adventure while sailing around the Cyclades islands…"
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If you are searching for a holiday that combines multiple activities and adventure but also culture, sightseeing and relaxing beach time!… then please check our unique 2 week Cyclades Sailing Multi-activity holiday specially designed for small groups or families.
You will sail around the Cyclades Islands and enjoy fun activities such as swimming, snorkelling, hiking, scuba diving, sea kayaking, windsurfing or kitesurfing, cycling, dolphin spotting, birdwatching… the choices are endless! We can create the ideal holiday based on your desired activities!
Your adventures starts with a 2-day short break in Athens. Walking around Athens, the cradle of Western civilisation and the birthplace of democracy, feels like exploring a lively, open-air museum. Every step you take leads to a fascinating monument. Our guide will take you away from the touristic areas and show you the hidden gems of Athens and beyond…
You’ll then continue to Paros island to pick up our sailing yacht Tahita. You will enjoy a week sailing around the unspoilt Small Cyclades islands… a small heaven of tranquil fishing ports, remote bays and beaches, Greek hospitality and traditional culture… During the week you will have the opportunity to participate in sailing our boat, try a scuba dive, walk ancient trails, swim and snorkel as well as enjoy birdwatching and dolphin spotting!
Your second week is spent on the island of Paros where you’ll have plenty of time to relax by the beach and soak in the sea and sun of the Aegean… while still enjoying activities that will allow you to get a feel of Greek island life. You’ll discover rustic villages, medieval paths, magnificent beaches and landscapes, water sports, deserted islets and of course delicious local dishes!
Check our recommended 14-day Cyclades Sailing Multi-activity holiday itinerary…
Join our Cyclades Sailing Multi-activity holiday and you will:
Combine multiple activities and adventure with culture, sightseeing and relaxing beach time!
Explore various islands of the Cyclades and experience Greek island life,
Experience numerous activities such as swimming and snorkelling, sailing, scuba diving, sea kayaking, windsurfing or kitesurfing, cycling, birdwatching and dolphin spotting…
Walk and discover the hidden gems of Athens and beyond…
Sail to remote solitary beaches and coves with crystal clear waters,
Walk to magical parts of the islands that you would never discover on your own,
Learn about the local herbs and plants, birds and other members of the animal kingdom, above and under the water!
Sample organic, home-made food locally produced wherever you eat,
Experience customs and traditions, cultural happenings, local feasts with Cycladic music and dance,
Stay at traditional family-run guesthouses,
7-day, 10-day or 14 day adventure holiday adapted to fit your schedule…
The carefully chosen activities during our Cyclades Sailing Multi-activity holiday are adapted according to the ages and experience of our guests each week.
Our sailing yacht Tahita
Tahita is a Jeanneau Sun Kiss 45, one of the most exceptional and elegant classical models created by Jeanneau, known and recognised for its strength and sailing capabilities, for sailing as well as cruising the world over.
Tahita can accommodate 6 guests plus the crew in its 4 double cabins. There are 2 toilets/showers and a stern shower on the diving platform. In order to guarantee the maximum space and comfort for our guests, we accept up to 6 guests each week.
For groups of 8-10 guests, we use several other sailing yachts or catamarans according to the size and budget of each group. Drop us an email at info@nofootprint.gr and we’ll send you full information on Tahita and other available sailing yachts…
Minimum age requirement
There is no minimum age requirement for sailing. Our youngest client was 2 years old and our oldest 82. There is a minimum age requirement for scuba diving (10 years old) and sea kayak (12 years old). Alternative options will be offered.
Sailing itinerary
We don’t follow exactly the same route every week and every itinerary may change due to the weather and other factors beyond our control. Remember that we cannot sail against the weather! There are many picturesque fishing ports and bays to moor and you won’t be disappointed. The safety and enjoyment of our guests is our primary concern.
Hiking
Regarding the walks, we will walk mainly on paths of moderate gradient with ascents of up to 500m. We will walk 1-4 hours depending on the group including stops to rest. Being predominately limestone some parts of our paths can be quite rough and stoney. A good pair of walking shoes or boots is essential.
All the activities are professionally guided and supervised.
Tailor-made and flexible itineraries are available based on the needs of our guests. We can organise a more challenging or a more relaxed-pace itinerary offering you more time to relax and enjoy the sea and sun of the Cyclades. 7, 10 and 14 day itineraries are offered.
We have reserved for you lovely authentic family-run guesthouses at a very central location in Athens and by the beach in Paros. The owners are very hospitable and helpful and are known to provide the most delicious breakfasts. We’ll send you full details.
The combination of fun activities, adventure, the beauty and culture of the Cyclades islands will make this holiday unforgettable for you and your family!
We organise our Cyclades multi-activity adventure holiday between April and November.
The best time to visit:
- April to mid June: for wild flowers, sunshine and moderate temperatures. The Easter period is recommended as it’s one of the most important celebrations in Greece and you’ll have the chance to experience traditional feasts and gatherings.
- July to August: for sunny weather, warm seas and summer festivals.
- September to end of November: for warm seas, gentle weather and autumn flowers. Grapes and olive harvests.
If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact us at info@nofootprint.gr
CYCLADES SAILING MULTI-ACTIVITY HOLIDAY FEES
7-day or 14-day adventure holiday staying at traditional family-run guesthouses:
All prices are per person for 2 people sharing a standard double room/cabin.
- 7 nights – Low Season EUR 790 High Season EUR 860
- 14 nights – Low Season EUR 1,630 High Season EUR 1,730
All prices are per person for 4 people sharing two standard double rooms/cabins.
- 7 nights – Low Season EUR 790 High Season EUR 860
- 14 nights – Low Season EUR 1,497 High Season EUR 1,630
We offer group and special offers at our Cyclades Sailing Multi-activity holiday. Please contact us for further information…
The Cyclades Sailing Multi-activity holiday fees include:
- 2 guided walks in Athens & Sounio
- 7-days sailing
- Accommodation in Athens and Paros
- Breakfast
- 24% VAT
- Transfer to the sailing yacht and accommodation in Paros
- Transfers to and from our starting and ending walking points in Athens and Paros
- Client’s information brief by e-mail
- An arrival briefing
- Information on the Aegean biodiversity, local flora and fauna and underwater world
- 24 hour support on the island for any troubleshooting or advise
- Transfers from and to the port of Paros
The above fees don’t include:
- Fuel, marina fees, end cleaning, skipper’s meals (around EUR 90pp/week)
- Lunch & Supper
Itinerary
You’ll also experience a food tour around Athens’ old neighborhoods, central vegetables, meat and fish markets, where you will “taste” the true soul of the Greek diet by trying lesser-known delicacies and popular traditional dishes!
We’ll continue to Schinousa and spend the night on the anchor at a beautiful bay. Visit in the evening the rustic ‘Chora’ (main village) and enjoy a delicious meal at the local tavern.
In the evening you’ll hike to one of the unspoilt villages surrounding the fishing port of Aegiali. On the way you’ll admire panoramic views of the bay. Tonight you’ll sit at the traditional ‘kafenio’ and try local ‘mezes’!
You’ll walk along the spine of the island, pass medieval hotels, deserted villages, breathtaking landscapes till you reach the bay of Aegiali… our favourite walk on the island. You will be rewarded with a delicious supper at one of the oldest taverns of the island.
After your lesson, you can take the 5-min ferry ride to Antiparos island, opposite Pounda. Explore the chic, picturesque village and enjoy one of the most remarkable sunsets in the Cyclades.
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“Thank you so much for being such a perfect guide and showing us so many beautiful things and places. It was our first sailing experience and we absolutely loved it! Dear Antonis, our “seabreeze captain”. Thank you for your smile, your good humour and for being such a great skipper! we will miss you both and hope we will meet again. Thank you again for this great experience & the good laughs. Kisses & hugs.”
Sylvie & Volker, Switzerland
“It was such an enjoyable trip. I was very glad to have found you and sailed with you to different islands in the Cyclades. Each island is beautiful in its unique way. I particularly like Sifnos and Iraklia. Thank you Annie for taking us to the trails and letting us enjoy the spectacular views. My special thanks to you Annie for helping me jump into the water finally. I wouldn’t be able to do it without you. You are a kind, capable and strong woman. Thank you Sotiris for taking the helm and bringing us to these wonderful places. Greece is a beautiful country. I love it! Wish you all the best!!!”
Katherine, China
"Thank you for an amazing week! We loved all the dives and the hike. We're excited to see exotic Greece & the Cyclades survival show on TV!"