EXPLORING THE SARONIC GULF,
AND MONEMVASIA
Day 1
Egina
DEPARTURE: 17:00
SAILING TIME: 3 HOURS
ARRIVAL: 20:00
DISTANCE: 20 NM
Egina is a charming Greek island in the Saronic Gulf, easily accessible from Athens. Known for its rich history and pistachio orchards, Egina offers a relaxed Mediterranean escape for tourists from all over the world. Marvel at the ancient Temple of Aphaia built in 500 BC, lounge around on beautiful beaches, and savor fresh seafood at seaside tavernas.
Day 2
HYDRA & DOKOS
DEPARTURE: 9:00
STOPOVER AT HYDRA: 12:00 – 19:00
SAILING TIME: 5 HOURS
ARRIVAL: 21:00
DISTANCE: 28 NM
In the morning, we sail to Hydra, a car-less utopia known for its unique charm. Stroll through the island’s picturesque harbor, waterfront cafés, scenic beaches, and Historical Archives Museum. Then in the afternoon, we explore Dokos, an uninhabited island steeped in ancient history and home to one of the oldest known underwater archaeological sites in Greece.
Day 3
SPETSES
DEPARTURE: 10:00
SAILING TIME: 2 HOURS
ARRIVAL: 12:00
DISTANCE: 11 NM
Spetses is an iconic island where the Old Worlds meets the New World. Here, horse-drawn carriages pass by modern upscale boutiques and restaurants along the waterfront. But the highlights of the island are the cultural sites like the Bouboulina Museum and sprawling beaches with crystal clear waters where you can engage in some extreme water sports.
Day 4
Monemvasia
DEPARTURE: 9:00
SAILING TIME: 5 HOURS
ARRIVAL: 14:00
DISTANCE: 38 NM
Affectionally nicknamed the Gibraltar of the East, Monemvasia is a breathtaking destination that transports tourists to a bygone era. This medieval fortress town is perched on a massive rock island off the south-eastern coast of the Peloponnese. With its cobblestone streets and Byzantine architecture, walking through the island feels like stepping into a living history book.
Day 5
POROS
DEPARTURE: 9:00
SAILING TIME: 9 HOURS
ARRIVAL: 18:00
DISTANCE: 65 NM
Nestled at the heart of the Saronic Gulf, Poros is a lush, verdant island characterized by its natural beauty, relaxed atmosphere, and crystalline blue waters. Stop by the Lemon Forest, a fragrant citrus grove, and the Love Bay beach, a quaint beach that’s perfect for soaking up some sun, swimming, and even some water sports.
Day 6
EPIDAVROS
DEPARTURE: 11:00
SAILING TIME: 4 HOURS
ARRIVAL: 15:00
DISTANCE: 25 NM
Yet another historical wonder, Epidavros is famous for the Theater of Epidavros, a remarkably well-preserved ancient amphitheater that still hosts performances to this day. For the more adventurous, Epidavros is also home to Pavlopetri, an underwater archaeological site. Grab your snorkelling gear and immerse yourself in this submerged ancient town.
Day 7
ASTIR BEACH & GLYFADA
DEPARTURE: 13:00
STOPOVER AT ASTIR BEACH: 17:00 – 18:00
SAILING TIME: 5 HOURS
ARRIVAL: 19:00
DISTANCE: 35 NM
On the seventh day, we sail back to our port of departure, but not before a couple of much needed stops. In the morning, we’ll head to Astir Beach in Vouliagmeni for some time on the water and a gourmet meal. Before nightfall, we sail on through to Glyfada to sample the local cuisine, nightlife, and Athens’ coastal culture.
MEET YOUR CAPABLE CREW
Skipper / Captain
StjepanBorn with an unquenchable spirit for exploration and a taste for adventure, Stjepan has always been drawn to exciting pursuits like speleology, rafting, kayaking, free climbing, diving, and martial arts all his life. So, it’s only natural that he gravitated to sailing.
He first fell in love with sailing during his time as an archaeologist, embarking on an epic voyage across the Mediterranean and tracing the routes of ancient Phoenicians and Greeks. Since then, he’s been chasing the horizon at the helm of ships in search of his next adventure.
With his background in archaeology and numerous years of experience sailing in the BVI and the USVI, Stjepan is an accomplished sailor well versed in local history. He has sailed more than 15,000 nautical miles across the Caribbean, Atlantic, and Mediterranean and can speak fluent English, French, Spanish, Japanese, and Croatian.
Chef / Hostess
AnaAna has always been passionate about food and travel. She firmly believes that food—freshly made and lovingly prepared—is the best way to fully experience different cultures.
She’s enjoyed the street food in Thailand and India, embarked on a food safari in Africa, hunted for rare cheeses in France and Switzerland, sailed to the Mediterranean in search of spices and seafood, and even partook in Middle Eastern festivities for a taste of their cuisine.
Outside her gastronomical adventures, Ana’s interests lie in more academic pursuits. She’s well-versed in topics like biology, zoology, and the natural world. She’s also a great conversationalist, fluent in English, French, Croatian.
Ana has several years of experience working as a chef and hostess on many private charters around USVI and BVI. As your chef, she will go the extra mile in accommodating all dietary needs and food sensitivities.
Additional Crew
Depending on your needs, Valinor can add crew members such as:
- Personal trainer, massage therapist, and yoga instructor for a full wellness program.
- Security officer or bodyguard for guests with specific security requirements.
- Dedicated chef and caterer for more complex culinary and nutritional needs.
- Additional hostess and bartender for larger groups.
- Nanny who can organize simple learning exercises and educational lessons for children.
For groups of 6 or more people, a third crew member is mandatory to ensure a comfortable experience.
For groups of 10 or more people, food options may be limited with a crew of only 2. We can serve light breakfast and lunch snacks.
A TASTE OF WHAT TO EXPECT
Alternate Travel routes
BVI
Skippered luxury charter in Tortola from December to mid-April. Personalized tours can be offered upon request of charter guests.
