mediterranean odyssey
the route
Island-hopping the Greek Islands from east to west and onto Montenegro
Route Overview
To say this voyage is a unique is an understatement. Unless you own your own yacht, the opportunity to island hop and explore from one end of the Greek Islands to the other on an extended cruise is very rare.
The nature of this voyage means that although we have a start and finishing point, we won't have a set itinerary. There will be a guide as to where we intend to visit and a timeframe to follow but the nature of sailing and the weather conditions will dictate our day to day and week to week route.
We are Destination Unknown by name and in nature. Guests will need to build in a degree of flexibility to their travels plans to and from the yacht. This is the nature of sailing and cruising.
We will have a number of key stopovers along the way with easy ferry and airport connections to enable guests to join or depart the yacht. Timing is not expected to change, but can shift depending on weather, wind or other unforeseen delays.
Dodecanese Islands
It's fair to say, there won't be another charter yacht in Greece capable of offering guests the same experience as when onboard DESTINATION UNKNOWN in 2025. Your adventure onboard will commence in the Dodecanese Islands of the Aegean Sea in late July, 2025.
Located in the south-eastern part of Greece, the Dodecanese islands offer a unique island-hopping experience. The cluster of 15 large islands and numerous smaller ones offers visitors a mix of history, culture, stunning beaches, and picturesque towns. We will explore these at our leisure as head west towards the Cyclades Islands
Our starting point will be either Kos or Rhodes which are both serviced by international airports with flights from major European cities.
Cyclades Islands
The Cyclades is an island grouping in the Aegean Sea located southeast of mainland Greece. There are over 200 islands in the Cyclades cluster, with many of the smaller islands ones are uninhabited. Ideal for exploring aboard Destination Unknown.
Visiting Santorini will be a highlight. Depending on wind and weather, we will head north towards Mykonos, Naxos, Paros, Sifnos and Siros. The summer Meltemi wind will determine whether going north is possible or not.
It's possible to fly into both Santorini and Mykonos for connections. All of the main Cyclades islands are well serviced by ferries too.
<Peloponnese Peninsula
This is where we leave behind the renowned Greek Islands and their summer crowds. The Peloponnese Peninsula is out of reach of charter yachts and so is less crowded and more secluded. We are free to explore the gulfs and quiet bays that are the domain of the real sailing adventurers.
Beautiful anchorages and enchanting coastal villages will be high on the agenda. We are free to make our plans daily and go where the wind and inclination takes us.
Separated from the mainland by the Gulf of Corinth, the Peloponnese is Greece’s mythical heartland. The Peloponnese is an unspoiled collage of landscapes, from soaring mountains and lush valleys to gushing rivers and seaside villages. Its beaches, especially along the Mani Peninsula, are the most pristine in the country and the further south you venture, the more splendid the isolation.
Ionian Islands
Situated off the western coast of Greece, not far from Italy, the Ionian Islands are some of the most beautiful of the Greek Isles. Rich in history and natural beauty, we will take our time to explore Zakynthos, Kefalonia, Ithaca and Lefkada before heading further north to Paxos and Corfu.
Captain Jonathan knows the Ionian islands particularly well and will take you to some of the lesser known gems
There are countless beautiful beaches and quiet, hidden anchorages to enjoy. We will mix up our days with overnight stops at various town wharves to enjoy the local cuisine and atmosphere. The best of both worlds.
montenegro
The Bay of Kotor is a very special end point for our epic voyage and the location of Destination Unknown’s home port, the world-class Porto Montenegro
We'll spend a few days exploring this magical place, including a visit berthed just outside the World Heritage listed old fortress town of Kotor.
Your Captain knows the Bay of Kotor well and will delight in taking you to a few hidden gems that only local knowledge will reveal.
Who knows, maybe we will have time for a little sojourn, 'up the road' to Croatia......?
