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Worth it if you want an intimate, island-hopping sailing experience with genuinely excellent skippers. Think twice if you need seamless pre-trip logistics or prefer less rustic boat living.

  • About £138/day across 8 days
  • 1,150 all-in with a typical £49 flight from London144/day)
  • At its lowest in the 90 days we've tracked it (£1,101)
  • We only rate a price against this trip's own history once we've tracked it for 21 days — no guessing before that.
  • About average per day vs 4 similar trips (~£128/day)
  • 4.5 from 15 traveller reviews

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Length8 days
RouteMykonos → Santorini
Group sizeMax 11
Ages18–35s
Nights7 nights
Runs9 months/yr
BookingInstant confirm

About this trip

Eight days sailing between Mykonos and Santorini, with life split between the boat, small harbour towns and quiet beaches. You'll swim in clear water, wander through island villages and eat well, with the crew handling the sailing while you settle into the rhythm of island hopping.

The route takes in Amorgos, Naxos, the Small Cyclades and Ios, mostly overnighting in small marinas rather than anchoring offshore. Evenings bring sunsets and a slower pace, then back to the boat to sleep.

This is life aboard a real yacht, not a cruise ship — cabins, bathrooms and living space are shared, and most of your day is spent above deck in the open air.

What you'll do

  • Sail between Mykonos, Santorini and the Cyclades islands
  • Swim and beach-hop around Amorgos, Naxos and Ios
  • Explore the Small Cyclades and coastal villages along the route
  • Watch sunsets from the boat or shore each evening
  • Sample local Greek food in island towns and marinas
Good to know
  • You need to be comfortable moving around the boat, including stairs, and some people feel seasick before finding their sea legs
  • Cabins and bathrooms are shared and sleeping quarters are compact, though most time is spent on deck
  • Sound travels easily on board, so late nights are best spent ashore rather than on the boat

Day by day

Exactly what you do each day, where you sleep, and how it flows — written by us, from the real itinerary.

MykonosSyrosNaxosAno Koufonisi IslandAmorgosIos
Route map for Sail Greece: Mykonos to Santorini
  1. Mykonos — Mykonos

    You'll meet the group at 4 pm at De-Tox Café in Marina Tourlos for a welcome briefing, then head to a local supermarket to stock up on provisions for breakfasts, lunches and snacks. Spend the rest of the day exploring Mykonos—hit the beaches, visit the Church of Panagia Paraportiani, or browse the galleries and restaurants.

  2. Syros — Syros

    Sail to Syros, stopping at the Bay of Gaidharos for a swim. The island's neo-classical architecture and calm vibe reflect its safe-haven status during the Greek Revolution. Head up to Ano Syros for sea views and narrow alleyways, explore Ermoupoli's culture, then join an optional group dinner at a local family's home for homemade food.

  3. Naxos — Naxos

    Sail to Naxos, the largest Cycladic island, known for beaches, olive groves and mythological heritage. Wander the Old Town of Hora—the capital—and visit the Venetian Kastro with its medieval mansions and churches. Check out the Roman Catholic Cathedral, the Archaeological Museum in the former Jesuit School, and the Portara, the gateway to the unfinished Temple of Apollo.

  4. Sail to the Small Cyclades where Koufonisia, Iraklia, Schinousa and Donousa are the only inhabited islands. Explore sleepy fishing villages, swim in clear waters, grab fresh seafood at waterfront tavernas, and watch sunsets from the boat while getting to know fellow travellers. Sailing time is roughly three hours.

  5. Continue exploring the Small Cyclades with more time to visit the towns, sample fresh seafood at waterfront tavernas, and soak in the Mediterranean atmosphere. Watch sunsets and bond with your group as you sail. You'll spend another night on the boat.

  6. Amorgos — Amorgos

    Arrive at rugged Amorgos, famous for the film The Big Blue and its history dating back 4000 BC. From Katapola's port, explore classic Cycladic architecture, windmills and a Venetian castle, then head to Hora perched on the mountainside or visit the 11th-century Moni Hozoviotissis clinging to the cliff. Catch sunset views over the Aegean.

  7. Reach Ios, inhabited since early Cycladic times and claimed as the burial place of poet Homer. Wander Hora's cube houses and lanes packed with shops, restaurants and bars, explore the Old Town during quieter daylight hours, or head to the lively beaches of Gialos and Milopotas for swimming and water sports.

  8. Santorini — Ios

    Catch the morning ferry from Ios to Santorini, arriving at Athinios Port by noon. If flying out today, ensure your flight departs after 4 pm; your skipper can arrange a taxi. Consider booking extra nights to explore Santorini properly—contact your booking agent in advance if extending.

What's included

  • Guide: On this trip you will be accompanied by one of our skippers. Your skipper's role involves taking charge of the sailing, the safety of the vessel and safety for all passengers on board. Skippers all hold a Yacht Master Offshore license or higher and have completed an intense training and review process before sailing with us. They are also fully qualified in CPR : and First Aid. The aim of the skipper is also to take the hassle out of your travels by organizing the overall operation and smooth-running of the trip, managing trip logistics and coordinating the kitty (where applicable). Your skipper will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect skippers to have a broad general knowledge of the places visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects.
  • Transport: This is a sailing adventure so our time is spent on board a monohull yacht. You may be asked to assist on-deck, particularly when coming into or leaving port. No experience is necessary, but getting to know some 'sailing language' might help to get you into the spirit of the adventure. Bow - front of the boat Stern - rear of the boat Port - left Starboard - right Deck - outside, upper area of the boat Hull - the main part or body of the boat Keel - part of the boat under water that keeps the boat stable and stops it capsizing Mainsail - the large sail attached to the mast and boom Mast - the big vertical pole that supports the mainsail Boom - the big horizontal pole attached to the mainsail, coming off the rear of the mast (swing from side to side) Jib, headsail, genoa, foresail - smaller sail near the front of the boat Sheet - ropes used to control the sails Booty - another word for pirate treasure Lines - other ropes on the boat (ropes are never called ropes on yachts) Spinnaker - large extra sail Trim the sails - adjust the position of the sails when the wind changes strength or direction Tiller or wheel or helm - used to steer the boat Helmsman - person steering the boat Running - sailing with the wind Tack - turning the bow of the boat when sailing through the wind Jibe - turning the stern of the boat when sailing through the wind Figure-eight knot - the stopper: often used at the end of lines to stop them getting away. Bowline (knot) - strong and dependable knot that is commonly used Clove Hitch (knot) - not as secure it is often used to attach an object to a line Boat
  • Accommodation: ACCOMMODATION ON BOARD THE YACHT: This trip is accommodated entirely on board a yacht of between 54ft to 56ft. The yacht can accommodate up to 11 traveller’s in the following cabin types: double bed cabins (x2) twin bunk bed cabins (x2) triple bunk bed cabin (x1) There are 5 shared bathrooms. Our boats are real yachts, and this is a real sailing trip. Yachts are designed to keep sleeping areas to the absolute minimum of space, while maximising common areas as much as possible. Everyone including the skipper shares the bathrooms on board. Solo customers can choose to book either a twin bunk bed cabin or a triple bunk bed cabin and will be matched up with other solo customers of the same gender. If you’d prefer not to share a cabin, a single cabin supplement is available at an additional charge when booking either a twin or double cabin. Rooms are allocated on arrival by our skipper according to group composition, which means it is not possible to reserve or guarantee any specific berth. If you are booking a bunk bed cabin you must be willing to sleep on the top bunk. Double bed cabins can only be booked by 2 people travelling together or a solo customer who pays for a single supplement. While not everyone may feel entirely comfortable living in such close quarters, those who are looking to revel in the adventure and exhilaration of an authentic sailing trip usually find any discomfort from cramped living conditions is more than made up for by the whole experience. , ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATION: Please note that the majority of our sailing trips start and/or finish at a marina or port. For most of our destinations, we can provide transfers between the airport/hotel and the port/marina. Please check the joining and finish point information in the trip notes for details., ELECTRICITY: While there should be electricity on board throughout your trip the voltage is likely to vary widely, from 12V to 220V, and when in port or moored we are dependent on the supply available. Please be aware that the supply may not be sufficient to power some electronic devices all the time and that you may need a voltage adapter or similar (such as portable inverter used in cars). On some trips it may be possible to charge devices ashore at restaurants or resorts, however this is not guaranteed., WI-FI: Please note that our sailing boats do not have Wi-Fi. You will be getting off the boat and visiting towns regularly so you will be able to connect with the outside world then. Overnight boat (7 nights)
What's extra
  • Meals: Meals are not included in this tour.
  • Flights: International flights not included.
  • Optional: Syros - Dinner at local family home (min 5 customers required) - EUR25
  • Insurance: Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered. If you require travel insurance, TourRadar has partnered up with Cover Genius to provide a hassle-free experience. More information can be found here (https://www.tourradar.com/travel-insurance).

How travellers rate it

4.5from 15 real reviews
Guide4.0
Itinerary5.0
Transport4.6
Accommodation4.1
Food4.0
Operator4.5
Price history — our own daily tracking
Tracked 11 days · 186 checks
Today
£1,100
Typical
builds at 21 days (now 11)
Lowest
£1,100
on 18 Jul
Highest
£1,100
£1,068£1,101£1,13418 Jultoday
Spots left · 29 Aug departure

Cheapest live departure per day, in £, recorded by our tracker since 18 Jul. Never a brochure “was” price.

Your free day in Mykonos

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What travellers actually say

Worth it if you want an intimate, island-hopping sailing experience with genuinely excellent skippers. Think twice if you need seamless pre-trip logistics or prefer less rustic boat living.

  • Skippers Fotis and Rita consistently create inclusive, warm team environments with deep local knowledge.
  • Seven Greek islands with distinct cultural styles visited; well-researched itinerary delivers genuine discovery.
  • Intrepid's pre-trip communication is slow; expect 3-day waits for responses and wrong starting location info.
  • Boat living requires resilience; sailing is not for everyone, despite skipper excellence making it doable.

Distilled from real traveller reviews on TourRadar — we don't edit out the bad bits.

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Getting there

Mykonos· one-way, arrive 25 Sept 26

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Common questions

How long is Sail Greece: Mykonos to Santorini?

It's a 8-day trip. It starts in Mykonos and finishes in Santorini.

How much does Sail Greece: Mykonos to Santorini cost?

The land price starts from £1,101 per person for the 8-day trip. You book on TourRadar, where the live price always applies.

What will Sail Greece: Mykonos to Santorini really cost me all-in?

On top of the £1,101 land price, budget roughly £49 for a return flight from the UK — about £1,150 all-in before spending money. Most day-to-day meals out and optional activities are extra.

What's included in the price?

The price covers all your accommodation, transport during the trip, a group leader/guide. Anything the operator lists as optional or not included — see the full breakdown on this page.

What's not included?

international flights and travel insurance (required) are not included, so factor them into your budget. We show typical flight costs and can point you to insurance on this page.

How big is the group?

Groups are capped at around 11 travellers — a small-group trip, mostly solo 18–35s travelling to meet people, not a coach tour.

When does Sail Greece: Mykonos to Santorini run?

It runs across roughly 9 months of the year, so there's usually a departure to fit your dates. Check live availability and prices in the dates section above.

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