Greece

Sporades


Skiathos, Skopelos, and Alonissos: the green islands where Mamma Mia was filmed, with the Aegean's quietest anchorages.

Introduction

The Sporades sailing itinerary is ideal for those who want to get away from busy cities and crowds and experience sea and nature at its best. There little has changed over the years: you can still find stunning vistas void of human touch. Located east in the Aegean Sea, the area has been home to numerous groups throughout history, which you can learn about on our Sporades sailing itinerary.

The Sporades consist of 24 islands in the Aegean Sea. Four of these islands are completely free of human residents, you’ll only find gorgeous scenery and empty beaches. Much of the area is considered a national park, and guests are encouraged to explore the area while leaving things carefully preserved behind them. The largest and most populated island is Skopelos, which has several villages and an opportunity to experience island life on a Sporades sailing itinerary.

The archipelago is also home to a number of historic sites, which you can witness on a Sporades sailing itinerary. Once the home of neolithic peoples to members of the Ottoman Empire, you’ll find sunken cities, ruins, and almost-forgotten monasteries ready to visit and discover. The Sporades offer a bit of adventure and a chance to rest from modern life. This is a slightly more challenging Sporades sailing itinerary for those with a few sailing trips already under their belt (Level 3).

There are actually various ways you can reach our Sporades sailing itinerary. If you are flying internationally, you can search for flights to the international airport of Skiathos; it is quite small and mainly works with charter flights, however, there are frequent connections especially during spring and summer. An alternative route would be to fly to the bigger international airport of Thessaloniki and from there take a flying dolphin to Skiathos.

The Route

Day by day


  1. Day 1

    Skiathos

    Day 1 of the Sporades, full daily narrative coming as atlas extraction continues.

  2. Day 2

    Nishida Adelfi / Skantzura

    Day 2 of the Sporades, full daily narrative coming as atlas extraction continues.

  3. Day 3

    Patitiri

    Day 3 of the Sporades, full daily narrative coming as atlas extraction continues.

  4. Day 4

    Milia / Kira Panagia

    Day 4 of the Sporades, full daily narrative coming as atlas extraction continues.

  5. Day 5

    Planitis

    Day 5 of the Sporades, full daily narrative coming as atlas extraction continues.

  6. Day 6

    Skopelos

    Day 6 of the Sporades, full daily narrative coming as atlas extraction continues.

  7. Day 7

    Tsougria / Skiathos

    Begin your Sporades sailing itinerary in the blue waters of the Aegean Sea by starting on the island of Skiathos. You’ll want to make sure everything is in order, check-in, and make sure your boat is ready to sail. Before you go, make sure you visit Papadiamantis House (World famous Greek author who was born and raised on the island). Since you plan to avoid the busy, modern way of life for the next few days and enjoy some quiet, why not explore cosmopolitan Skiathos on the first night, and enjoy a nice dinner and drinks in one of the island’s many restaurants and bars. Recommended Restaurants and Activities: You’ll start day 2 of your Sporades sailing itinerary by visiting one of the Sporades’ havens for sailors. It’s also the first location where you’ll want to dip your toes in the water and test out its temperature. While you won’t find much civilization around this area, it is the ideal location to anchor and rest after two hours of sailing. On the Greek islands, life is slow and it would be a shame not to rest after a morning on the waves on your Sporades sailing itinerary. Recommended Activities: Swimming, hiking. Continue meandering to another gorgeous spot to anchor for the afternoon on your Sporades sailing itinerary. With another chance to swim or explore the nearby island, Nishida is filled with several coves to visit and photo opportunities. The island is almost empty of human life, meaning that it’s not uncommon to have the spot to yourself for an afternoon. Brin

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Getting There

There are actually various ways you can reach our Sporades sailing itinerary. If you are flying internationally, you can search for flights to the international airport of Skiathos; it is quite small and mainly works with charter flights, however, there are frequent connections especially during spring and summer. An alternative route would be to fly to the bigger international airport of Thessaloniki and from there take a flying dolphin to Skiathos.

Weather

The weather in the Sporades sailing itinerary is almost always temperate. Averaging about 28°C during the day in July, it’s unlikely you will run into bad weather. Swimming is a highly-recommended activity to cool down on hot days, though on the water the heat will feel less stifling. For beach-lovers, this is a prime location.

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