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Cyclades, Greece

A Learn-To-Sail-Vacation

hosted by Athens Sailing Academy
  • 2025: March 22 - 29
  • 8 Days | 7 Nights
  • 104 / 105 / 106

The Destination

Join us in the spring of 2025 for an exciting opportunity to sail a Fast Ultra light POGO 40. We will be navigating the stunning Cyclades island group for a week in March. This experience will allow you to sail at impressive speeds of 20+ knots under the guidance of two instructors on a French-designed ultra light sailboat.

If you already hold your ASA104 Skipper’s license and wish to qualify for your ASA 105+106, this is a fantastic way to advance to your next ASA level. Additionally, it’s a great chance to log more miles for your sailing logbook. Join us for an unforgettable sailing adventure!

The Sailing Itinerary

The Cyclades islands are some of the most renowned islands in Greece, situated in the Aegean Sea. We will set sail from our base in Lavrion, a port near Cape Sounion, which is home to the Ancient Temple of Poseidon. The Cyclades are famous for their strong winds and diverse landscapes. To the south of Lavrion lies Kythnos Island, followed by Serifos, Paros, Naxos, and further south, Santorini. A week of sailing on a yacht offers the perfect opportunity to explore these stunning islands.

Cost for the Week

Your place on board can be secured if you book now. We have a limited number of berths available. The first 4 students to book will receive the following.

  • Your berth for the week on board the Pogo 40 yacht.
  • 2 full time ASA instructors to teach you how to sail a Pogo 40, instruct in advance sail trim, Gennaker usage, and heavy wind sailing tactics.
  • Your choice of qualifying for your ASA 104, 105 or 106 certification
  • Teaching materials for the course you wish to take while sailing.
  • All ASA exam fees, registration with the ASA.
  • Breakfast, lunch and all bottled water for the trip. Evening meals only when night sailing, otherwise in port they are the responsibility of crew.
  • All charter fees and Taxes are included.
  • All linens and blankets. (we suggest crew bring sleeping bags).
  • Fuel for the week
  • Cleaning fee at the end of the charter

The cost of the week for a person is $1950 (€1800) for the week.

Email: Information@athenssailingacademy.com
Phone :- +30-693-716-3246

CERTIFICATIONS

This learn-to-sail vacation with Athens Sailing Academy offers :

¤ ASA 104 | BAREBOAT CRUISING
¤ ASA 105 | COASTAL NAVIGATION
¤ ASA 106 | ADVANCED COASTAL CRUISING

SAMPLE ITINERARY

Day 1
LAVRION

**Arrival and Set Sail**
Meet at the marina and provision with your instructor as part of the bareboat instruction. Departure is scheduled for around 17:00 for our first night on Kithonos Island.

Day 2
SIROS ISLAND, FINNAKAS VILLAGE

After breakfast, we will set sail for Siros Island, directing our course to the charming village of Finakas.

Day 3
NAXOS ISLAND

Next, we head south from Finakas, sailing around the southern part of the island before continuing south to Naxos port (approximately 50 nautical miles).

Day 4
MILOS ISLAND

We have an early departure today as Milos is located about 70 nautical miles to the west. This island is known as Homer’s home and final resting place.

Day 5
POROS ISLAND

An overnight sail will take us to Poros Island, located approximately 70 nautical miles west of Milos.

Day 6
POROS ISLAND

Take some time to relax and explore Poros Island.

Day 7
RETURN TO BASE

We will depart early to return to Lavrion, a journey of about 40 nautical miles.

Please Note. The actual itinerary is subject to change due to weather conditions or circumstances beyond our control.

Available Boats
  • Ultralight POGO 40You will spend the week learning to sail a French-built Ultralight POGO 40, a fast cruising ultralight yacht capable of reaching speeds in the high 20-knot range. In 15 knots of wind, it can easily sail at 10-15 knots. Throughout the week, you will focus on sail trim, how to handle large gennakers, and how to steer effectively at speed in a seaway. Additionally, you will need to master fast navigation, as the yacht's speed allows you to cover more distance in a shorter amount of time. Watch video showing how fast these yachts can go >
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HOW TO BOOK

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  • Learn-To-SailMarch 22 to March 29, 2025
  • $1,950 USD per person

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