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YACHT CHARTERING
Charter a yacht
and cruise the famous Greek islands with your own yacht is a dream,
but we, at GTN, can make it a reality for you! Taking one yacht charter
for 1 or 2 weeks to visit the
unique Greek islands, on your own private yacht, sailing in the
absolute blue, blue sky and deep blue sea, is a unique
experience. Sun, Sea, Greek islands, full of natural beauty,
amazing unspoiled beaches, cosmopolitan life, famous history, warm
hospitality and YOU that's the Yacht Chartering and
believe it, it's not expensive. Please
contact us
for price details or use
Greek Islands Travel Request Form
to place your
request.
SUGGESTED
ITINERARIES FOR YACHT CHARTERS IN GREECE
Suggested itineraries are included
here to assist you choose your way to the Greek islands in Ionian or
Aegean sea and are based on a five (5)hours average sailing per day
taking into account the speed of the yacht, cutting the actual speed by 25% due to currents, waves and winds.
Remember that whatever is your direction in the Aegean or Ionian sea
you can never be wrong. For more suggestions please contact us.
| Suggested
Charter Itinerary: Ionian |
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7-Day
Itinerary |
14-Day
Itinerary |
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Day 1 |
Athens-Galaxidi |
Day 1 |
Athens-Corinth Canal-Trizonia
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Day 2 |
Galaxidi-Kefalonia |
Day 2 |
Trizonia-Zakynthos-(Laganas) |
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Day 3 |
Kefalonia-Lefkada |
Day 3 |
Zakynthos-Kefalonia |
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Day 4 |
Lefkada-Ithaki |
Day 4 |
Kefalonia-Lefkada |
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Day 5 |
Ithaki-Zakynthos |
Day 5 |
Lefkada-Parga |
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Day 6 |
Zakynthos-Kyllini |
Day 6 |
Parga-Antipaxi-Paxi |
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Day 7 |
Kyllini-Corinth |
Day 7 |
Paxi-Corfu |
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Day 8 |
Corinth-Athens |
Day 8 |
Corfu-Syvota Epiros
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Day 9 |
Epiros-Lefkada |
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Day 10 |
Lefkada-Ithaka |
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Day 11 |
Ithaka-Astakos (Mesologi)
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Day 12 |
Astakos-Nafpaktos |
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Day 13 |
Nafpaktos-Galaxidi |
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Day 14 |
Galaxidi-Epidavros |
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Day 15 |
Epidavros-Athens |
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Ionion |
CORFU
Odysseus' last stop on his long journey home to Ithaca, the island owes
its sophistication and charm to the meshing of the different
civilizations that have occupied it. Abundantly endowed with natural
beauty, green and fertile Corfu has numerous sandy beaches as well as
historical monuments to attract visitors.
Sights: Fortresses, museums, churches, monasteries, Pontikonisi and
bazaars in villages when they celebrate religious dates.
Delicacies: Numerous dishes with Roman names, Ginger beer.
PAXI & ANTIPAXI
An exquisite miniature world. Fertile and green with pine, olive and
fruit trees, vineyars and gardens all leading to amazing beaches with
crystal waters, either sandy ones or rocky ones with spectacular white
cliffs, punctuated by delightful coves and intriguing grottoes.
Sights: 9th century villages, Venetian castle, windmills,
monasteries, unspoiled beaches.
LEFKADA
Mountainous and totally green, with coast slopes gently down to the sea,
which is sheltered from the wind and dotted with thickly wood islets.
Breathtaking green bays with crystal clear waters among other natural
beauties attract visitors.
Sights: Ancient sites, Venetian castle, monastaries, museum.
KEFALONIA
A land of contrasts! Breathtaking gold or white beaches, deep coves,
rugged and rocky shores, green and fertile areas with cedar-like fir
trees that grow nowhere else in the world, olive and fruit trees, caves
with unusual stalagmites and pale blue waters shattering into a myriad
of phantasmagoric colors.
Sights: Katavothres (a rare geological phenomenon, where sea
enters through an opening in the rock and "disappears"), churches,
ancient and Roman ruins, monastaries.
Delicacies: "Mandola" and other almond flavored sweets, local
pastries.
ITHACA
Home of Odysseus, Homers hero, an earthly paradise with green mountains
and captivating coves, with caves for exploring, lovely beaches for
bathing, uncrowded hamlets, and a lot of strong nightlife.
Sights: Cave of the Nymphs, monasteries, and museums.
Delicacies: "Ravani" A semolina syrup sweet. |

ZAKYNTHOS
According to Venetians, this was the "Flower of the Orient", with the
emerald green sea, the pine-studded mountains, slopes with flowers of
every kind, the musical people and their famous hospitality.
Sights: Venetian towers, churches of the 12th and 14th century,
springs, caves.
Delicacies: "Mandolato" a nougat pastry.
PATRA
The third largest city in Greece, with neo-classic buildings among
modern ones, big squares and the harbor, where visitors may enjoy
nightlife and excursions to wineries (Achaia Clauss), Medieval castles
and old churches.
GALAXIDI
A beautiful town attracting visitors from Athens and other places all
year round.
Sights: Neoclassical buildings and stone mansions, nightlife and
tavernas with fresh fish, beaches.
TRIZONIA
Not far from Galazidi is a natural bay, set amongst green valleys with
only a few inhabitants. Popular to sailing yachts which find shelter,
provisioning and water.
PARGA
A picturesque town overlooking the small harbor with houses in a full
spectrum of colors, which is built on the remains of a Venetian castle.
A real jewel on the mainland that has been affected by all civilizations
that have possessed it. |
| Suggested
Charter Itinerary: Cyclades |
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10-Day
Itinerary |
15-Day
Itinerary |
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Day 1 |
Athens-Kea |
Day 1 |
Athens-Kea |
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Day 2 |
Kea-Serifos |
Day 2 |
Kea-Andros |
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Day 3 |
Serifos-Sifnos |
Day 3 |
Andros-Tinos |
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Day 4 |
Sifnos-Folegandros |
Day 4 |
Tinos-Syros |
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Day 5 |
Folegandros-Santorini |
Day 5 |
Syros-Myconos |
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Day 6 |
Santorini-Paros |
Day 6 |
Myconos-Delos-Paros |
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Day 7 |
Paros-Myconos |
Day 7 |
Paros-Naxos |
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Day 8 |
Myconos-Syros |
Day 8 |
Naxos-Amorgos |
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Day 9 |
Syros-Kythnos |
Day 9 |
Amorgos-Ios |
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Day 10 |
Kythnos-Sounio |
Day 10 |
Ios-Santorini |
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Day 11 |
Sounio-Athens |
Day 11 |
Santorini-Siknos-Folegandros |
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Day 12 |
Folegandros-Milos |
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Day 13 |
Milos-Sifnos |
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Day 14 |
Sifnos-Serifos-Kythnos |
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Day 15 |
Kythnos-Sounion |
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Day 16 |
Sounion-Athens |
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Cyclades |
SOUNION
The Temple of Poseidon with its Doric columns, built in 5th century B.C.
makes this cape well known worldwide. It is usually a stop during
itineraries to the Cyclades Islands, where passengers enjoy a swim in
the clear waters.
ANDROS
This northernmost and second largest of the Cyclades islands is also
among the most beautiful ones. There are successive ranges of mountains
with steep sides, rivers and mineral springs with famous sparkling
medicinal waters, large valleys planted with olive, fig, orange and
lemon trees as well as grape vines. Andros is a blend of rocky and green
landscaping with superb beaches.
Sights: Archaeological museum with finds from the Geometric,
Classical, Roman and Byzantine periods, Museum of Modern Art, Nautical
Museum, monasteries, Geometric and Byzantine temples, Andros town with
neoclassical mansions. Delicacies: Almond pastries!
TINOS
The Holy Island of Virgin Mary, where pilgrims come to pray or fulfill a
vow. There are beautiful villages on the slopes of a line of mountains
whose highest peak was the home of the Wind God Aeolus in Greek
mythology. There are also numerous coves along the coast with sandy or
pebbly beaches.
Sights: Church of Virgin Mary with the miracle icon,
Archaeological Museum, Gallery of Greek painters, ruins of medieval
castles.
Delicacies: Local wines.
SYROS
The capital, Heroupoli, which is also the main harbor, stands on a
natural amphitheater site with neoclassic buildings, old mansions and
white houses cascading down to the harbor. The varied landscape makes
the hinterland outstanding, while the coastline is indented with
beautiful inlets of all sizes nestled between capes.
Sights: Archaeological finds, Town Hall built by Ziller in 1876,
Apollo Municipal Theater which is a copy in miniature of La Scala in
Milan, monasteries, unique architecture, casino.
Delicacies: "Loukoumi" and "chalvadopita" delights from egg white,
sugar and almonds.
MYCONOS
A world famous island, attracting visitors from around the globe,
including well known artists and intellectuals. The are attracted by the
more than twenty sandy beaches with clear waters fro delightful swimming.
Visitors also enjoy wandering along the whitewashed narrow streets with
brilliant white box-shaped houses adorned with bright colored doors and
balconies and stepped walls for sitting on. After a leisurely day
enjoying the quiet private corners of the island, ordinary vacationers
nestle happily side-by-side with the jet set and yacht setters in the
numerous bars and discos with their nightlife and sounds that never end.
Beach parties, happenings, and fashion shows take place every summer, or
if they choose, visitors can still find quiet places for a tranquil
afternoon.
Sights: Aegean Nautical museum, over a hundred small churches,
the Agricultural Museum housed in a converted windmill.
Delicacies: "Kopanico", a pepper flavored white cheese, "Amygdalota"
almond delights, and "soumada", fermented almond cordial.
DELOS
Uninhabited today, this is the sacred island birthplace of the God
Apollo and Godess Artemis of Greek mythology. This vast archaeological
site whose superb monuments cover almost the entire island, reflects the
wealth and beauty of its ancient way of life.
Sights: Archaeological museum, Hermes House, Sacred Way of Lions,
Sanctuary of Artemis, Sanctuary of Apollo, Agora of the Italians, Sacred
lake with the Terrace of the Lions, Theater Houses, Stadium, Gymnasium,
along with many others. |

PAROS
An attractive island, popular not only for its numerous excellent sandy
beaches and blue clear waters, its wild rocky landscape with white box-shaped
houses whose yards are filled with basil, jasmine, honeysuckle and
bougainvillea, but also for its nightlife. Paros is ideal not only for
those in search of cosmopolitan bustle, but also for lovers of solitude.
Sights: Picturesque Venetian castles, the famous church of
Ekatondapiliani which is a Byzantine monument, monasteries, exhibition
of traditional crafts, ornamental pottery and fine silver jewelry.
Delicacies: Wine and olive oil.
AMORGOS
The steep rocky coastline of this oblong mountainous island contrasts
sharply with its quiet shady bays with clear waters. The whitewashed
houses, superb beaches and traces of ancient architecture all make
Amorgos very picturesque and unique.
Sights: Archaeological museum, monasteries, and castles.
FOLEGANDROS
A wild beautiful island whose landscape includes huge rocks alternating
with sandy beaches. There are charming villages offering handmade pasta
and local wines to delight visitors.
Sights: Castles, monasteries.
SIKINOS
Inhabited since ancient times, this island has retained all of its local
character and offers tranquility and peace of mind for visitors.
Sights: Monasteries, stone mansions, churches.
IOS
This island of the ancient poets offers a landscape of vineyards and
olive trees that wind down the mountains to the crystal clear sea and
its superb sandy beaches. The beautiful capitol with its white cubic
houses and row of windmills also offers visitors lively nightlife.
Sights: Archaeological and Folklorik Museum, Museum of Modern Art,
and numerous churches.
ANAFI
From a distance this island looks like an isolated rocks in the ocean.
Her green valleys with white churches, beautiful secluded beaches and
monasteries make her a jewel of the Cyclades.
Sights: Monasteries, churches.
SANTORINI
This best-known island in Greece is the home a huge volcano that erupted,
leaving the town perched high on its famous white cliffs. The only way
to reach the city is by donkey, walking up the 587 narrow steps to the
top, or by cableway. The sea approach to the island is spectacular!
Black sandy beaches, cliff side towns and bright white houses make
Santorini an island of contrast and undoubtedly a must for travelers.
THIRASSIA
Thirassia was formed by volcanic activity and today has a single village
built on top. There are tavernas offering local wine and traditional
hospitality to visitors |
KEA (TZIA)
An exceptionally picturesque island with small valleys nestled between
mountain ranges. The valleys are sparsely planted with vines and fruit
trees, and open into pretty little bays. They are dotted with miniature
chapels, windmills, monasteries and flowered slopes. Beautiful villages
built on top of the hills offer a breathtaking view. Visitors should
make sure to visit the port of Korissia and the remains of the Temple of
Smithian Apollo.
Sights: Archaeological Museum, monasteries.
Delicacies: Fresh fish.
KYTHNOS
Famous since ancient times for the Constitution" by Aristotle, Kythnos
is a typically Cycladic island. Vineyards and fig trees provide dashes
of green against the white Cycladic cottages and churches with their
frescos and icons that cling to the hillsides above beautiful small bays
with clear waters.
Sights: Monasteries, churches, Loutra village with radioactive
thermal springs-beneficial to suffers of arthritis, dermatitis and other
diseases.
IRAKLIA -
SHINOUSSA - KOUFONISIA - KEROS - DONOUSA
An earthly paradise with clear blue waters touching the barren
landscape. The silent rocks, the small coves along the coastline, the
chance to escape from the crowds all attract visitors to these virtually
unblemished islands.
Sights: Archaeological finds, remains of Roman buildings.
KIMOLOS
As blindingly white as the chalk it produces, Kimolos was used by
pirates in the Middle Ages due to its caves that are well-concealed
among the superb beaches with sparkling clear waters.
Sights: Remains of castles, churches.
MILOS
Notable for its volcanic soil and the rich deposits of minerals beneath,
Milos owes its fame in art to the "Venus de Milo", a statue now
exhibited in the Louvre Museum in Paris. Milos fascinates visitors with
her monuments, her charming white villages, her extraordinary beaches
with crystal waters and her strange rocky formations.
Sights: Catacombs, Historical and Folklore Museum, Archaeological
finds.
SERIFOS
Bare, undulating hills interspersed with small fertile valleys cover
this charming island with colorful churches. The rocky coastline is
deeply indented with a succession of coves and bays. The curious rock
formations resemble human figures, which call to mind the myth of
Medusa, Danae and Perseus, as if these prehistoric inhabitants of the
island had been turned to stone.
Sights: Venetian castle, Monastery and fortress of the Archangels
of the 18th century, churches of the 10th century.
Delicacies: "Baklava" and other pastries.
SIFTS
A gray landscape of rock that will surprise visitors as they discover
the beautiful spots inland, which together with the island's superb
architecture, rank it among the jewels of the Aegean. Famous in ancient
times for her wealth, which came from gold and silver mines, she enjoyed
great prosperity in Classic times as well.
Sights: Archaeological Museum, monasteries, over 365 churches,
castle area, windmills.
Shopping: Pottery, folklore souvenirs.
Delicacies: Baked chickpeas, "Myzithra" cheese.
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Suggested Charter Itinerary
Cyclades, Dodecanese & Turkish Coast
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21-Day Itinerary |
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Day 1 |
Athens-Kea |
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Day 2 |
Kea-Syros |
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Day 3 |
Syros-Tinos |
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Day 4 |
Tinos-Myconos |
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Day 5 |
Myconos-Samos |
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Day 6 |
Samos-Kusadasi |
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Day 7 |
Kusadasi-Didyma |
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Day 8 |
Didyma-Guluk |
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Day 9 |
Guluk-Kuventzilik |
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Day 10 |
Kuventzilik-Bodrum |
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Day 11 |
Bodrum-Kos |
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Day 12 |
Kos-Astypalea |
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Day 13 |
Astypalea-Amorgos |
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Day 14 |
Amorgos-Koufonisia-Eraklia |
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Day 15 |
Eraklia-Ios |
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Day 16 |
Ios-Santorini |
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Day 17 |
Santorini-Folegandros |
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Day 18 |
Folegandros-Milos |
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Day 19 |
Milos-Paros |
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Day 20 |
Paros-Sifnos |
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Day 21 |
Sifnos-Kythnos |
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Day 22 |
Kythnos-Athens |
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Cyclades, Dodecanese & Turkish Coast
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MARMARIS
Offering all modern facilities, Marmaris also
retains traditional color and customs. Bazaars
can be found here offering a wide variety of
merchandise. There is also a fishing village
that shelters yachts all year round, located in
a beautiful port with pines reaching down to the
sea.
DATCA
Quiet and picturesque with beautiful beaches in
secluded bays.
KNIDOS
Knidos is an ancient city containing remains of
the Temple of Venus and a Byzantine church.
Green and peaceful it is a "must see" for lovers
of antiquity.
BODRUM
Well known as "Alikarnassos" in ancient times,
Bodrum is home to one of the Seven Wonders of
the World, as well as many other remains of her
long history. Today, it is a very lively city,
and this fact, along with such monuments from
the past, attracts many visitors.
Sights: Castles, towers, mausoleum and
archaeological finds.
ASIN BAY
Built on top of the ancient city of Lasos, the
bay remains tranquil with beautiful beaches.
Sights: Byzantine castle, archaeological
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DIDYMA
In ancient times, this was known as Apollo's
city, with the ruins of his Temple contrasting
the modern life of the city.
KUSADASI
Ruins reveal that Kusadasi was inhabited during
the Hellenistic, Roman and Medieval periods.
Today it boasts a lively nightlife and shopping
district to attract tourists.
SAMOS
Only one mile away from the Turkish coast,
Samosis a totally green island with marvelous
landscaping, and springs and waterfalls
cascading either to the mainland or bays with
crystal clear waters. Fishing villages and
ancient monuments as well as the warm and
friendly inhabitants await visitors.
Sights: Museums, Roman finds
Delicacies: Local dishes and wines
IKARIA
This is a mountainous yet fertile island with
pines, olive and fruit trees, inhabited by quiet,
friendly people. There are fishing villages,
natural springs, and secluded bays with
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MORE SUGGESTED ITINERARIES
Please contact us or use our
Greek Island
Travel
Booking Request Form to place your
requirements
1. Saronic Gulf
Athens -
Poros (30 NM) -
Hydra (11 NM) -
Spetses (15 NM) - Nafplio (23 NM) - Astros (9 NM) - Gerakas (41
NM) - Monemvassia (8 NM) - Leonidio (40 NM) - Porto Heli (16 NM) -
Dokos (6 NM) - Methana (20 NM) -
Epidavros (20 NM) -
Aegina (15 NM) - Athens (16 NM)
2. Cyclades Islands
Athens - Sounio (19 NM) or
Kea (16 NM) -
Syros (34 NM) -
Tinos (11 NM) -
Mykonos /
Delos (10 / 6 NM) -
Naxos (16 NM) -
Paros /
Antiparos (16 NM) -
Ios (25 NM) -
Santorini (22 NM) -
Sikinos (25 NM) -
Sifnos (28 NM) -
Serifos (13 NM) -
Kythnos (20 NM) - Sounio (25 NM) - Athens (19 NM)
3. Dodecanese Islands
Rhodes -
Simi (23 NM) -
Nissiros (32 NM) -
Kos (21 NM) -
Leros (27 NM) -
Patmos (20 NM) -
Ikaria (22 NM) -
Samos (34 NM) -
Lipsi (35 NM) - Levitha (23 NM) -
Kalymnos (27 NM) -
Astypalea (39 NM) -
Tilos (53 NM) -
Halki (14 NM) -
Rhodes (49 NM)
4. Sporades Islands
Skiathos -
Skopelos (20 NM) -
Alonissos (7 NM) - Pelagonissi (15 NM) - Gioura (8 NM) -
Skantzoura (20 NM) -
Skiros (28 NM)
5. Ionian Islands
Corfu -
Paxi (30 NM) -
Lefkas (33 NM) -
Kefalonia (Argostoli) (46 NM) -
Zakynthos (32 NM) - Kilini (17 NM) -
Ithaki (32 NM) -
Kefalonia (Fiskardo) (14 NM) - Kalamos (22 NM) - Meganissi (6 NM)
- Preveza (20 NM) - Antipaxi (28 NM) - Parga (12 NM) - Sivota (12 NM)
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Corfu (20 NM)
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