The perfect balance between
tranquility and charm
The Dodecanese (dódeka nisiá = literally “twelve islands”), the easternmost group of islands just off the coast of Turkey, are known to be the sunniest part in Greece. They’re defined by crystal clear waters, sandy or pebbly beaches, important archaeological finds, imposing Byzantine and medieval monuments waiting to be discovered. We’ll take in the cosmopolitan Mediterranean flair of the historic towns of Rhodes and Kos, and discover the lesser-known, unspoiled destinations on the smaller islands. Every island has their own unique geography, landscape, culture and feel. And maybe we’ll see dolphins while sailing between them, if we’re lucky.
7-day return trip from kos
To see all the Dodecanese, north and south of Kos, you’d need at least 2 weeks. But one week is enough for a taster, and Kos is the easiest starting point from which to experience a bit of both sides: the north and the south, the well-known jewels as well as the more remote secrets. Our tentative itinerary isn’t too intense, averaging about 4-5 hours of sailing a day, and the rest, leisurely time to explore and enjoy the beauty of these unique islands.
We decided to place this route towards the end of the season in order to avoid the bulk of the tourists and charge up some sun while autumn rules the northern hemisphere. The air and sea will still be nice and warm, swimming opportunities will be plenty, and hopefully we’ll have the ports and taverns mostly to ourselves, and be able to experience the region in a more authentic light.
“Dodecanese” Route
Includes:
⛵ 7 nights sailing,
☸️ professional skipper,
🏨 bed linen, towels, end cleaning,
🏄 SUP board and dinghy,
🔒 trustful damage deposit,
💎 travel insurance.
Excludes:
💰 cashbox contribution ca. 130 € pp (food, port fees, fuel),
✈️ flights/transfers.
Departure: Kos Island Marina, Kos Town.
Nearest Airport: Kos Island International Airport (KGS)
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Dodecanese Sailing Highlights
What you can expect to see and do on this route.
Swimming
Enjoy the beautiful warmth and crystal-clear waters of the Aegean Sea
SUNSETS
Get ready for some spectacular sunsets (and sunrises!) with the Greek isles as a backdrop
Ruins
The ruins of an entirely abandoned village on Tilos will leave you breathless.
Active Crater
Walk right into the crater of a volcano on Nisiros — an unforgettable experience
Port Life
Enjoy the relaxed, laid-back style of these remote island fishing villages
Architecture
Visit beautiful small Greek Orthodox churches at the tops of island hills
Dodecanese Sailing Itinerary
We are true to the discoverers’ spirit and plan our adventures accordingly to the winds, the weather and your wishes. This means the order as well as some of stopovers may be different than presented below. Leave planning at home! The plan showed below is only an indicative itinerary and your trip may differ. Only the mad ones sail against the wind!