Destinations

Islands featured in our sailing itineraries

Explore the Cyclades and Saronic stops used in our recommended 7-day routes from Lavrio Olympic Marina.

Cyclades West

A longer, wilder route through Kythnos, Serifos, Milos, and Kimolos.

Cyclades

Kythnos

CycladesCyclades West

A quieter Cycladic island close to Lavrio, known for Kolona, Loutra, whitewashed villages, dry-stone hillsides, hot springs, and many beaches.

Sailing note: Useful first or final Cyclades stop from Lavrio, with Kolones and Loutra fitting both west and east routes.

Cyclades

Serifos

CycladesCyclades West

A raw, rocky Cycladic island with mining history, deep blue waters, dramatic Chora views, and beaches ranging from gold sand to pebbled coves.

Sailing note: Ganema works beautifully as the western Cyclades stepping stone before the longer Milos passage.

Cyclades

Milos

CycladesCyclades West

A volcanic island with extraordinary coastlines, sea caves, colourful rock formations, and some of the most distinctive beaches in the Cyclades.

Sailing note: Best treated as a weather-dependent highlight, with time reserved for an island-round or Kleftiko-style coastal day.

Cyclades

Kimolos

CycladesCyclades West

A small western Cyclades island next to Milos, shaped by chalk mining history, volcanic soil, pale beaches, coves, and calm village character.

Sailing note: Prassa is a relaxed stop after Milos, with clear water and a softer pace before the return north.

Cyclades East

A livelier Aegean route through Kythnos, Syros, Mykonos, and Paros.

Cyclades

Kythnos

CycladesCyclades East

A quieter Cycladic island close to Lavrio, known for Kolona, Loutra, whitewashed villages, dry-stone hillsides, hot springs, and many beaches.

Sailing note: Useful first or final Cyclades stop from Lavrio, with Kolones and Loutra fitting both west and east routes.

Cyclades

Syros

CycladesCyclades East

An elegant Cycladic island with Venetian and Greek character, rich culture, Ermoupoli architecture, and practical harbours for Aegean routing.

Sailing note: Finikas is a useful west-side port before continuing east toward Mykonos.

Cyclades

Mykonos

CycladesCyclades East

A famous Cycladic island with whitewashed lanes, windmills, beaches, nightlife, and a more peaceful traditional side beyond the busy waterfront.

Sailing note: A rewarding but exposed stop; choose the approach and overnight carefully in summer northerlies.

Cyclades

Paros

CycladesCyclades East

A central Cyclades favourite with harbour life, marble heritage, beaches, Naousa charm, and a lively but balanced island rhythm.

Sailing note: A strong midpoint for Cyclades East, with bays and harbour options for a slower local day.

Saronic Gulf

A more sheltered route through Perdika, Aponisos, Poros, and Hydra.

Saronic Gulf

Aegina, Perdika

Saronic GulfSaronic Gulf

A popular Saronic island close to Athens, with neoclassical history, pistachio culture, seaside villages, and the Temple of Aphaia.

Sailing note: Perdika is a friendly first-night target after rounding Cape Sounion from Lavrio.

Saronic Gulf

Agkistri, Aponisos

Saronic GulfSaronic Gulf

A small pine-clad Saronic island with clear waters, peaceful beaches, villages, and outdoor activities including sailing, hiking, cycling, and kayaking.

Sailing note: Aponisos makes a short, swim-focused day after Perdika before heading south to Poros.

Saronic Gulf

Poros

Saronic GulfSaronic Gulf

A green Saronic island with pinewoods, a scenic channel, neoclassical waterfront, beaches, and good options for swimming and watersports.

Sailing note: A flexible mid-route base for bays, provisioning, and a sheltered pause before Hydra.

Saronic Gulf

Hydra

Saronic GulfSaronic Gulf

A cosmopolitan Saronic island with naval heritage, stone mansions, museums, churches, and a harbour that feels theatrical on arrival.

Sailing note: A signature Saronic stop, but berth planning matters; keep Mandraki or nearby alternatives in mind.