8-Day Cruise to Halkidiki, Mount Athos and Ammouliani Island

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1Meeting at the port - First Day Cruising Halkidiki⌄

   Embarkation at the port of N. Marmaras (Sithonia) at 14:00. We depart after our experienced crew’s basic sailing instructions and safety rules. Visit to Kelyfos island or Turtle island. It was named after its shape, a turtle. The Kelyfos island is located at Toroneos bay which is an ideal spot for snorkeling and swimming among its rocks and small caves. Our first destination will be the Porto Koufo, where we will rest for the night. Our first destination will be the small village of Sykia, where we will rest for the night.

   Overnight: Overnight in the boat.

2. 2Halkidiki - Mount Athos - Ammouliani Island⌄

   We set sail for Mount Athos, one of the holiest places in Christianity. The cruise to the “Garden of the Virgin Mary” will reveal its beauty to you! Our day will end on the island of Ammouliani, a hidden paradise with amazing waters, golden beaches, and some special places where you can enjoy a delicious cocktail on the island at night-time.

   Overnight: Overnight in the boat.

3. 3Halkidiki - Platanorema Farm⌄

   Exploring Ammouliani’s gorgeous beaches will continue throughout the day, enjoy the blue water for swimming and snorkeling. On our third day of exploring our Skipper will teach us sailing and practice how to knot and deal with the ropes. The day will end with a unique sunset on board with great music and the sea breeze.

   Overnight: Overnight in the boat.

4. 4Halkidiki - Sithonia⌄

   We sail to the east coastline of Sithonia practicing as a team as we approach our new destination, Diaporos island. There we enjoy paddle boarding and the beauty of golden beaches until sunset! The sky colors and the calm sea, while you explore nearby hidden places, will help you clear your mind and lose the tension. The day will end with our tasty ‘Sailor’s Pasta’ dinner dish, a drink, and a conversation with the team to analyze the sailing.

   Overnight: Overnight in the boat.

5. 5Halkidiki - Armenistis⌄

   This day will be full of fun, swimming, and exploring Halkidiki’s underwaters. We will visit Portokali beach, Armenistis, and many others, inaccessible by land, places, and diving areas for you to enjoy! We spend the night in Sykia. The place with the famously delicious fish soup provided by the traditional fish taverns in the village.

   Overnight: Overnight in the boat.

6. 6Halkidiki - Sithonia⌄

   Today we will visit some of Sykia’s main landmark points like the Windmills and the Koukos cave. After almost 1 hour of light-intensity hiking, we enter the village to get some rest and enjoy a local meze, a small portion of various side dishes to enjoy with your cold drink. The day will end in Porto Koufo.

   Overnight: Overnight in the boat.

7. 7Halkidiki - Sithonia - Kelyfos island⌄

   The final day we make small stops to the most famous spots of Halkidiki like Tristinika, Porto Karras’ bays and Marathias. Our last day onboard will end by catching a sunset while approaching our base and we spend the night in N. Marmaras where you can visit the village.

   Overnight: Overnight in the boat.

8. 8Halkidiki - Sithonia⌄

   This is our last morning, it’s time for us to say goodbye until the next adventure together. Our team will be waiting for your return! Check is set at 9:00 Check is set at 9:00.

   Overnight: Last morning on board. Overnight stay at the boat is not available.