Description
Athens Bareboat Adventure to the Cyclades – Freedom Sailing on a Cyclades 50.5
Begin your Aegean escape from Alimos Marina in Athens, the most convenient launchpad for island-hopping across sunlit horizons and cobalt-blue anchorages. This weekly bareboat charter is crafted for crews who prefer independence, versatility, and the thrill of making decisions on the water. With provisioning, chandlery, fuel, and expert marina support right on site, getting underway is effortless. Weather in the region is typically predictable and forgiving, making it welcoming for families as well as confident sailors eager to stretch their legs across open channels. You’ll board at 17:00 on Saturday, receive a detailed safety and systems briefing, and sleep aboard on return Friday night before disembarkation at 09:00 the following morning.
About Our Service in Athens and the Cyclades
This is pure, flexible bareboat cruising: you captain the yacht, choose your pace, and improvise your swim stops, lunch anchorages, and sunset moorings. Our team assists during check-in with weather insights, routing suggestions, and local navigation tips, then remains on standby throughout the week if you need shore-side support. Linen, towels, dinghy, and all required documents are ready on board. If you wish, add useful extras - from an outboard or paddleboards to airport transfers, early check-in, or a professional skipper or hostess.
Day 1 - Saturday: Alimos Marina → Cape Sounio - Check in at 17:00, stow provisions, and cast off along the Athenian Riviera. Drop the hook beneath the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounio for a first swim and an unforgettable golden-hour view. Spend the night at anchor under the temple’s floodlit silhouette.
Day 2 - Sunday: Sounio → Kythnos (Kolona) → Serifos (Megalo Livadi) - Aim for Kythnos and the famous double-sided sandbar of Kolona Beach. The transparent waters and surrounding hills make it a spectacular morning playground. Continue to Serifos and anchor at Megalo Livadi, a serene bay with atmospheric relics of the island’s mining past. Enjoy a quiet evening on board.
Day 3 - Monday: Serifos → Milos (Adamas) - A smooth reach brings you to Adamas, the lively port of Milos. Wander the waterfront of whitewashed homes, explore small museums, and enjoy dinner ashore at classic Cycladic tavernas before a peaceful night in the harbor.
Day 4 - Tuesday: Milos → Polyaigos (Kato Mersini) - Head for uninhabited Polyaigos, known for electric-turquoise water and untouched coves. Swim, snorkel, paddleboard, and grill lunch on deck. With zero light pollution, it’s a perfect anchorage for stargazing and dozing under the Milky Way.
Day 5 - Wednesday: Polyaigos → Sifnos (Kamares → Vroulidia) - Arrive first at Kamares, Sifnos’ charming port with a sandy beach and mellow cafés. Later, make a short hop to Vroulidia for a secluded overnight in crystalline waters.
Day 6 - Thursday: Sifnos → Kythnos (Merihas) - Turn north toward Merihas, a practical stop for water, supermarkets, and friendly tavernas. Reprovision, unwind in the harbor village, and rest up for your last sailing day.
Day 7 - Friday: Kythnos → Legrena → Alimos Marina - Pause at Legrena near Sounio for one final, lazy swim and lunch. In late afternoon, return to Alimos Marina and sleep aboard.
Day 8 - Saturday: Check-Out at 08:00 - After the technical check and fuel settlement, disembark with a memory card full of Cycladic blues.
About Our Yacht - Cyclades 50.5
The Cyclades 50.5 blends generous volume with easy handling, making it a superb platform for island-hopping with friends or family. At 15.62 m in length with a 4.89 m beam, the yacht offers abundant interior and exterior living areas, including a roomy cockpit for shaded dining and a broad foredeck for sunbathing. The layout features 6 cabins to host up to 12 guests, with smart storage and a practical galley designed for shared meals after long swims. With a 2.04 m draft, the boat confidently tucks into shallower coves, while the 110 HP engine delivers reliable close-quarters maneuvering in busier summer ports. A 400 L fuel tank and 980 L water capacity extend your autonomy between marina calls. The furling mainsail keeps sail handling light and manageable, even for modestly experienced crews, and the onboard generator and air conditioning ensure cool, restful nights in protected anchorages.
Why Book This Cyclades Itinerary
Variety is the hallmark of this route - from postcard-perfect Kolona to volcanic Milos and untouched Polyaigos - each day offers different sailing angles, seabed colors, and shoreside moods. You’ll enjoy the liberty of a true bareboat, backed by responsive local support and a yacht optimized for comfort and autonomy. If you’re seeking a week of transparent bays, amphitheater towns, and sky-scorched sunsets, this Cycladic circuit rewards every mile.
