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Athens
to Rhodes Guided flotilla
Introduction
We first offered
this flotilla in 1995 as a Cruising World Magazine's Adventure
Flotilla and it was a fantastic success. Every year since, we have offered
this special flotilla, and this year, we know it will again be
the best flotilla charter ever. Our charterers enjoy the discovery of
these less raveled islands and the value of the guided tours that are
included.
This flotilla features
the most interesting & exciting places to visit in Greece, sailing
into two Island groups, which exemplify the cultural anthology and the
historical diversity of Greece. The first island group is the Cyclades
and second is the Dodecanese . Your 10 day adventure flotilla
will begin with a guided tour of Athens - home to Pericles and other
ancient philosophers who made Athens their home, and now the center
of Greek culture and life. A guide accompanies us throughout the sail,
from Athens to Rhodes.
The Cyclades
is derived from the Ancient Greek word of Kyklos, which means circle,
and was named this because standing at the great holy island of Delos,
the islands form a great circle. During ancient times, these islands
were the home of a flourishing culture. Marble is a dominate feature
of the Cycladic landscape. Most of the islands are literally made of
marble. This is the reason that most of the artifacts are carved in
marble. The islands we plan to visit in the Cyclades are Kithnos,
Syros, Naxos Ios, and Amorgos, Santorini. We always rely
on the winds to adjust our final itinerary.
The
second group of islands that we will be visiting is the Dodecanese,
which extends through the southern Aegean. Most of the 12 islands which
make up the Dodecanese are referred to by Homer. Since ancient times,
the islanders have been closely linked to the sea, and many of the islands
were great sea powers during the Hellenistic period. Following Roman
rule, they became part of the Byzantine empire and were then conquered
by the Crusaders. You can well imagine this island group's rich architecture
and history. The islands that you will be visiting, with Poseidon's
help, are: Astypalea, Nisiros or Kos, Simi, & Rhodes.
The yachts
will be comfortable 60 ft yachts, with four to five double cabins, each
with private shower and toilet facilities. Each boat will have a skipper,
for local knowledge and he will encourage you to take the helm as much
as you wish. You will be visiting the most interesting places and historically
significant sites in Greece, as you sail to the most fascinating destinations.
Individual requests
for yachts without skippers, changes in size of yachts or accommodations
will be accepted with prices adjusted accordingly. A lead boat will
be accompanying the yachts and will be staffed with a lead skipper,
and local guide who will take you to all the exciting places to visit.
Click
Here To Visit Our Athens to Rhodes Guided Flotilla web-page
Athens
to Corfu & Corfu to Athens
Introduction
Greece's
Ionian Sea is an ideal sailing destination.
It offers the perfect combination of sparkling seas and warm sun, magnificent
islands and mainland coastline, and numerous ancient and medieval monuments.
Add to this a passage through the Gulf of Corinth, visits to
Delfi, the ancient theater of Epidauros, the Acropolis,
and much, much more, and you have the makings of the passage of a lifetime.
As we sail the blue
green waters of the Ionian, you will marvel at the stark beauty of the
quaint, yet elegant ports we will visit. These shores have hosted historical
figures as Odysseus, Cleopatra, Roman Caesars, Venetian Merchants, Ottomans,
and so many others. The history of Greece is inextricably tied to the
sea and her islands and their geographical features.
We plan on sailing
an average of about 3 to 4 hours a day -and a few 5 hour days- so as
to leave plenty of time for relaxing, swimming, and exploration of the
destinations we visit. We will also sail through the Corinth Canal
whose construction was started by Nero in 67 AD and finally completed
in 1892.
This flotilla, like
our 1997 Cruising World Flotilla which sailed from Corfu to Zakinthos,
goes beyond the Ionian Islands as we explore the coastal towns along
the Gulf of Corinth & Athens.
Our passage will
visit the Ionian Islands of Corfu, Paxos, Lefkas, Meganisi, Cepahlonia,
Ithaka, and the mainland port towns, along the Gulf of Corinth,
Patras, Nafpaktos, Itea, Kiato, Epidauros, & the Island of Aegina.
Each day is planned with a stop for swimming to enjoy the serene coves
with crystal clear waters, then sailing on to our day's destination.
Accompanying our
flotilla will be a archeological guide who will lead us on guided
tours (both walking and with tour buses) to visit the ancient and modern
villages and sites. At the end of each day you will enjoy the meals
served at spirited Tavernas located at waters' edge and serving delicious
Greek cuisine and Ouzeries & shops where you'll experience the laid
back lifestyle of local Greek life and music. Each of our island or
village visits, promise to be rich in discovery & excitement.
Each of the Ionian
islands is unique, culturally and architecturally shaped by its history.
Their people also share things in common; their cheerfulness, their
songs, their zest for life and especially their warmhearted hospitality
and simple lifestyle. They are quick to laugh or cry or engage in passionate
discourse over matters of great and not so great importance, and always
with a ready invitation.
Click
Here To Visit Our Athens to Corfu & Corfu to Athens flotillas
web-page
For any questions,
or to request more information, please contact us at meandros@meandros.gr
Meandros
Marine Enterprises,
11 Pan. Tsaldari Str. 17455
Alimos, Athens, Greece
Tel:+3 (010) 9850220
+3 (010) 9858374
Fax:+3 (010) 9884596
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