Sailing school & island hopping at Rhodes (7 days)

Experience the Greek island hopping while taking theory and practice sailing lessons in the Aegean, the ideal setting for sailing in Greece!

Sailing during Greek summer in the Aegean Sea is hard to describe in words. The least one can say is that the sounds, the smells, and the ambiance of the islands make it a real escape from daily life. 

• Taking theory and practice sailing lessons while island hopping in the Aegean? What more to ask for your holidays?
• Start your adventure from Rhodes, wherefrom you set out on your journey around the nearby islands of Symi, Tilos, Nisiros, Chalki, and other small less traveled islands.
• While sailing you take lessons and learn everything there is to know about sailing. At the end of your journey, you are rewarded with a sailing Certificate.
• We focus on the enjoyable aspects of sailing, allowing beginners to try it, whilst experienced sailors also have the opportunity to simply relax and share with family and friends their sailing passion.
• The Dodecanese is an island chain made for hopping. Aegean is perfect for sailing. So "learn sailing, explore the Aegean and enjoy" describes best the Rhodes Sailing School and Island Hopping in the Aegean Sea.
• Suitable for families, couples or groups of friends. Prior experience is not required. Suitable for experienced travelers as well.
• In a week's time, you discover the wonders of the Aegean Sea and learn to sail!

Pricelist:

• For up to 9 people - 5,250 € / booking - LOW SEASON (BENETEAU FIRST 45F5 - An excellent boat, worth all the attention you can pay)
• For up 9 people - 6,500 € / booking - HIGH SEASON (BENETEAU FIRST 45F5 - An excellent boat, worth all the attention you can pay)

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Embarkation

We pick you up from the airport and take you to the port. Ready for embarkation? Let’s set sail!

• Practice lesson: Meeting the boat, sails, sailing, and safety equipment
• Theory lesson: Learn how to sail, set the sails and tune the boat

Day 2: Hop to Symi island.

Symi combines cosmopolitan flavor with old-world glamour, class, and tradition. At Gialos, you will be welcomed by the imposing homes of this multicolored, listed neoclassical settlement, an architectural masterpiece. Ai Giorgis Disalonas, the most impressive beach in Symi with its trademark 300-meter-tall rock laying its shadow on the sand. This beach is accessible only by boat. Panormitis monastery comes out as you enter the well-hidden cove of Panormitis, which overlooks the town’s beautiful blue bay. It’s a tradition for every Greek sailor to pay a visit to the monastery sometime during his life. The Cove of Panormitis is one of the most peaceful and serene places on Symi Island.

• Practice lesson: Learn how to set the sails and move the boat
• Theory lesson: Boat anchoring, Boat docking, Boat maneuver

Day 3: Hop to Tilos island.

A small and quiet island in the Dodecanese, mesmerizing the visitor with its original atmosphere and unspoiled nature.

• Practice lesson: Learn how the boat is anchoring, how the boat is docking and how it is maneuvering
• Theory lesson: Seafaring, Sailing using the GPS and Electronics

Day 4: Hop to Nisiros island

The three-crater volcano will make your trip here unforgettable, with its lunar landscape and picturesque port, Mandraki.

• Practice lesson: Learn how to fare the Sea and sail using GPS and Electronics
• Theory lesson: International Rules for the prevention of Collisions at seas (IRPCS)

Day 5: Nisiros island

Nisyros shapes an exceptional character with diversified landscapes. A place that keeps its peaceful vibe and deserves one more day for exploring (visit the volcano, etc.)

• Practice lesson: SAILING, Sailing at night

Day 6: Hop to Chalki island

An incredibly beautiful little island, a picturesque town with colorful houses, wonderful beaches, and crystal clear waters.

• Practice: Sailing. You are the captain!

Day 7: Disembark & Depart.

In a week's time, you discovered the wonders of the Aegean Sea and learned to sail! You are awarded the Sailing Certificate and we officially announce you, Captain! Our sea adventure comes to an end. We have time to discuss its highlights while we drop you off at the airport.