Greece – Sailing with Odysseus

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10.7. - 17.7.2027

The Ionian Islands, following in the footsteps of Odysseus, are breathtakingly beautiful. The sea, the sunshine, the little harbour towns and the sheltered anchorages seem endless. The unspoilt charm of Lefkada, Kefalonia, Ithaka, Meganisi and Zakynthos is ideal for relaxed sailing trips.

We start in Lefkada. After getting to know each other, we'll take over the yacht and provision her. Then we set sail and visit the islands of Kefalonia, Ithaka, Kalamos and Zakynthos. On Friday afternoon at the end of the sailing trip we return to Lefkada.

Sailing experience is not required. If desired, sailing skills can be learned. Setting sails, tacking and gybing, tying knots, navigating and standing at the helm yourself are all fun. That's hands-on sailing. Everyone can learn more, but doesn't have to.

We are sailing a Sun Odyssey 49. The yacht has 4 cabins (each with 2 side-by-side berths) and 4 heads, so each cabin has its own head (shower, washbasin, toilet). In addition to a fully equipped galley, the yacht is fitted with a generator, electric toilets, solar panels, a dinghy with outboard motor, a deck shower and of course safety equipment and navigation instruments. Otherwise the yacht is equipped with everything needed to enjoy a relaxing sailing holiday.

Travel to and from the yacht is self-organised and at your own responsibility. Direct flights to Preveza airport, PVK, are available from Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Marina Lefkada is about 20 km from Preveza airport and easily accessible by public bus or taxi.

Route and daily schedule are agreed with all crew members in consultation with the skipper and external factors such as weather. Everyone can find the ideal mix of sailing, swimming, snorkelling, shopping, relaxing, culture and sunbathing.

Sailing experience is not required. If desired, sailing skills can be learnt. Setting sails, tacking and gybing, tying knots and taking the helm yourself are all great fun. That's hands-on sailing. Everyone can learn more, but doesn't have to.

I skipper these sailing trips myself. As an experienced skipper with worldwide experience, I've been sailing regularly in Greece since 2011 and know the sailing area well.