Sailing boat crewed cruise: Ionian Islands, Greece

A sailing boat crewed cruise, with skipper and hostess/cook, for those who loves comfort and dedicated to total relax between the green Ionian Islands which will allow you to visit every corner of this splendid side of Greece. The Greek islands will offer you unforgettable landscapes, pristine bays, characteristic villages, long swims, beautiful walks and the wonderful colours of the Mediterranean. Sail to the discovery Itaka, Kefalonia, Zante, Meganissi and the other pearls of the crown of Ionian choosing between two different fantastic routes.

DEPARTURE BASE	Patras Marina, Greece
TIME OF DEPARTURE	Check-in at 5:00 pm on Saturday - Check-out at 9:00 pm on the following Saturday
Included services Travel assistance and registration fee Basic insurance Double cabin spot Skipper Hostess Half board Bed linen and towels Final cleaning Fuel Dinghy with outboard engine SUP Not included services Flight tickets Transfers to/from the Marina Extra drinks and alcoholic beverages Dinners ashore Multi-risk insurance (Covid-19 and cancellation)
PRICES	1.550€ per person for double cabin accommodation with private bathroom. Request early booking, last minute discounts and for the entire boat rental.
HOW TO ARRIVE	You can easily reach Patras by flying to Athens, Preveza or arriving by ferry from Italy: Flight to Athens (ATH) or Preveza (PVK) Once you arrive in Athens in 2 and a half hours you will arrive in Patras choosing between different options: a) Shared minibus, at an average cost of around € 50 per person (depending on the number of guests carrying). b) Taxi at a cost of € 300 for up to 4 passengers c) Minibus at a cost of € 340 for up to 8 passengers d) Take the bus from Athens Central Bus Station (Ktel Kifisou), located outside the city center. The journey takes about 3 hours (ticket € 19 one way or € 30 return). Ferry from Italy to Patras There are frequent ferries connecting Patras and Venice, Ancona or Bari. From the port of Patras you can reach the Marina directly by taxi (2 kilometers).

Additional information

Language	International crew and guests.
Class	Premium Plus
How to come	AIR: Athens International Airport (ATH)
Product ID	402

Ionian Islands, Greece - ID 403 View MoreLess

Day 1: Check-in

Starting from 5:00 pm you will be welcomed by your crew at the Marina of Patras, to make yourself comfortable in your cabin and follow the safety briefing with the crew. Then enjoy a relaxing stroll with dinner in the city of Patras, considered the third most important city in Greece.

Day 2

Today the plan is to discover the small island of Kastos: really one of the gems of the Ionian Sea. We can reach it from Meganissi through a short sailing trip, but first we will spend a few hours in a beautiful bay at at the east coast of Meganisi where you will enjoy the crystal clear waters and a delicious lunch. The little harbour of Kastos on the east side is the perfect place to have a nice dinner ashore, enjoying the excellent local cuisine and the uncontested hospitality of the inhabitants of this small island.

Day 3

After breakfast we set sail to reach the open sea, where we will engage in a wonderful sailing adventure towards the next destination: Kalamos, one of the least known and inhabited islands of Greece. We will spend the lunch break and the whole afternoon in the wonderful emerald waters of this island for a day of relaxation. Enjoy a fantastic sunset walk among the clubs and shops that surround its harbor.

Day 4

After breakfast, we'll depart once again for a nice navigation to Vathi, a true pearl of Ithaca. Here we will spend the morning in one of the many pristine bays, where lunch will be served on board. A few dives to relax and sunbathe a bit, then have dinner in one of the many typical Greek taverns and taste the typical local wine la Robola. Concluding the evening with a walk along its lively promenade.

Day 5

Today we will continue with the exploration of Kefalonia, spending the morning in one of the many pristine bays and where another one of our gourmet lunches will be served. In the afternoon we will hoist the sails towards Fiskardo, also known as "the St. Tropez of the Ionian". From here you can explore this part of the island along one of the many walking paths to discover incredible views and remote beaches. You can dine in one of the many typical Greek taverns with terraces overlooking the sea right in front of the boat.

Day 6

This morning we will drop anchor in one of the fantastic bays in the Kioni area of Ithaca, the home of Ulysses. Island considered the jewel of Greece thanks to its pristine sea and its difficult accessibility. Here you can swim in the clear blue waters and enjoy a day in complete tranquility.

Day 7

Today we will head to Oxia, famous for its enchanting lagoon. You will spend a day in the shadow of the mainland diving into the crystal clear waters of its lagoon. After enjoying a day of sun and sea we will land at the departure marina in the late afternoon to end the day with an aperitif waiting for the sunset.

Day 8: Check-out

Check-out in the morning at 10 am after breakfast.

The itinerary may be subject to variations based on the weather, safety and technical assessments of the captain of the boat. This program is intended as indicative and not binding.

AVAILABLE BOAT CLASSES

Class: Barca a vela - Premium plus

OCEAN STAR 56.1 View MoreLess

Technical Sheet:

Model	OCEAN STAR 56.1
Type	Sailing boat - Premium plus
Year	2008 (total refit 2014)
Length	17.00 m
Width	5.10 m
Sail area	150.00 mq
Cabins	4 + 1 crew
Beds	8 + 2 crew
WC/Shower	4 + 1 crew
Details	Generator, A/C and watermaker

Boat models, technical specifications and options may be subject to change. BeBlue organises crews by balancing age, gender and specific requests of participants and reserves the right to make free upgrades to higher classes if needed. All boats are selected with care and experience.

BeBlue reserves the right to replace any boat in or out of the catalogue with another of similar class and quality.