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Catamaran Sailing Holidays in Greece beyond the expected
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The SailwithGeorge Luxury Catamaran Experience is a high-end, downwind, one way route for extra comfort. An experience beyond the expected that exceeds the standards of the charter market. Ideal for private groups of 4-10 persons who appreciate the extra space, the extra service and would like to sail Greece in their own pace and in an uncompromised way
Route options: Downwind Lavrio to Paros or circular Paros to Paros
€9980
for the whole boat (8-10 persons + our skipper/optional hostess)
Highlights
Ideal for any kind of group
Booking a whole yacht you get the chance to enjoy flexibility and privacy. Share the fun with your beloved ones, in an uncompromised and unforgettable way. Catamaran capacity is 8 or 10 persons, plus our skipper (or optional hostess) depending your preferred model.
Direct access to fun
Whether you start from Lavrio and head downwind to Paros or start from Paros island and end the trip at Paros, the beautiful crystal clear water is just a couple of hours sailing even from on day one. Take full advantage of your time on board with direct access to fun and without any hassle.
Well thought route options
The Greek islands is our backyard and we have carefully engineered both route options that offer pleasant sailing experience, lots of swimming, relax and on land time and plenty of optional activities. Lavrio to Paros is a mainly downwind route & Paros to Paros route takes place in the Small Cyclades mostly protected waters.
Uncompromised comfort & safety
Our Catamaran’s smart layouts with 4 or 5 cabins (model depended) + crew cabins feature a separate toilet for each cabin and plenty of common areas in the interior and on deck. Max capacity is 8 persons + crew or 10 persons + crew, depended on the exact catamaran model. All our catamarans are impeccably maintained.
Itinerary
Lavrio to Paros – Downwind route
Starting from Lavrio means that -given the prevailing north winds- the route to Paros is mainly downwind. Which means it will be a pleasant sailing experience regardless of the weather.
The western Cyclades area is beautiful with plenty of optional activities, good food, beautiful anchorages and a vibrant island life to explore. Check-in happens on Saturday evening or Sunday morning and checkout happens on Friday morning at Paros
Commonly visited islands are Kea, Kythnos, Serifos, Sifnos, Antiparos & Paros. If the weather is in our favor, then beautiful Syros is also in a reachable distance.
Standard trip duration is 6 nights/7 days which can be extended (during your booking) if wished to 13night/14 days.
Paros to Paros – Circular route
Starting from Paros delivers direct access to fun from day one. The area south of Naxos is not only stunning but also weather protected perfect for any family, even with for unexperienced persons who have never sailed before. The area offers plenty of optional activities, good food, beautiful anchorages and a vibrant island life to explore.
Commonly visited islands are Paros, Naxos, Ano Koufonisi, Kato Koufonisi, Antikeri, Schinousa, and Iraklia. If the weather is in our favor, then beautiful Amorgos is in a reachable distance.
Check-in happens on Saturday evening at Paros and checkout happens on Saturday morning at Paros
Standard trip duration is 7 nights/8 days which can be extended (during your booking) if wished to 14night/15 days.
How to get to Lavrio or Paros
- Getting to Lavrio
- By taxi or Uber from Athens city center or Athens International Airport. Usual cost is 45-75euro for one route (3 or even 4 persons in some taxis can share).
- Getting to Paros
- By plane from Athens International Airport (you can book at airtickets24.com). Usual airfare is less than 100e/person if you book early.
- By ferry from Piraeus or Lavrio (you can book at ferryhopper.gr and receive your ticket in your mailbox). Usual ferry ticket price is 45-65e/person. Only some days of the week there is much cheaper Lavrio-Syros connection (18-20e/person) which takes 1-2hrs more.
- By private sea transfer George can arrange this service for your group with a motorboat from Lavrio. Quite pricey but exciting.
What is included
Yacht & Skipper
One of our 56' sailing yacht together and one of our four professional carefully selected skippers
Fuel + Port fees
Fuel, port fees, local taxes are all included in the price
Accommodation
Accomodation on board for the whole trip duration, with fresh linen, towels and the end cleaning included.
Water, Tea and Coffee
A start pack of water, tea and coffee is included. You can also bring your own drinks on board from local shops.
Learn how to sail
Our standard service includes, on your option, a Learn How to Sail light program with our professional skipper.
Not included
Food supplies & Meals
Food Allowance for your skipper
Land Transfers, car rentals (if any)
Crew gratuities
Calculating your overall travel budget
Food is usually not included in our pricing. Provisioning from the local market with fresh fruits, salads, snacks for breakfast and light lunch on board is highly recommended during the trip to make the most out of the day. This can happen from the group or a hostess (optional service)
Dinners usually take place in chosen quality places on land. Usual spendings are approx 30€/person for the whole trip’s provisioning and usual dinner cost 20€/person for each dinner.
In case a hostess is selected to be onboard then a couple of dinners during the week can be prepared from the hostess.
Final figure depends on the group’s appetite and spending style. Food allowance for the skipper (& hostess if any) is 40€/day per crew member, alternatively crew shares meals with group.
Tipping the skipper (and the hostess, if applicable) is customary when you receive excellent service during your holiday. Our crew are dedicated professionals who rely on this work to support their families, and gratuities represent an important part of their income.
The amount is entirely at your discretion. As a guideline:
Private departures: €300–€1,500, depending on the level of service you have received
Physical rating
The physical demands of sailing trips naturally vary based on the itinerary and activities included.
Standard trips requires a moderate level of physical ability, such as navigating around the yacht or managing steps.
Participating in any optional activity may involve not only swimming and snorkeling but also hiking, which can significantly increase the activity level. While the hikes are not technical, safe participation requires the ability to walk for 2-3 hours with considerable elevation changes without becoming overly fatigued.
Although no prior experience is typically necessary, maintaining a basic level of fitness and mobility will help you fully enjoy the adventure.
Weather
The sailing season features mostly sunny days, with temperatures ranging from 20°C to 30°C (68°F to 86°F). Winds are typically steady and predictable but vary by location, offering great conditions for sailing enthusiasts of all levels. The season starts mid-March and finishes at the end of November. Peak of the season is mid-July to end of Aug.
From mid June to start of Sep we have north prevailing winds which can be strong for a few days (eg 2-3 days) in a row. These winds are locally known as ‘meltemi’ and are very predictable. We always adjust the itinerary of the trip to maximize the fun and comfort factor for everyone onboard.
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