The Cyclades is the central group of islands in the Aegean so named because they more or less surround Delos, the ancient center of trade and worship (kykloi - rings).
Greece offer all the types of yacht charter such as as bareboat charter, skippered, crewed yacht charter, catamaran, sailboat, motoryacht and luxury yachts charter.

Athens
An easy jumping off point from Athens (Alimos & Lavrion), best for the shorter charters. Visit the Acropolis and the Temple of Zeus before sail. The zone incorporates the beautiful islands of the Saronic Gulf (Hydra & Poros) and the unspoiled Peloponnesian Coast.

The Saronic Gulf
Just two hours of sailing and you are in the Saronic Gulf. First Step in Aegina, the land of pistachios, the sail for Epidavrus and discover its perfect amphitheatre. Next sail onto Poros. On the islands of Hydra, in the evening, the bars and restaurants of ths island come alive. Then sail to Spetsai an island dotted with traditional homes and pine forest.

Cyclades
The Cyclades are known throughout the world, with its white cube buildings, blue domed churches, turquoise waters, rugged landscapes and exciting nightlife. But also home to the strong wind called Meltemi. The sailing conditions here are the most favored and predictable in the world. The Meltemi winds, varying from 7 to 30 knots, begin in May, peak in July and then subside until September. In the northern Aegean, the Meltemi winds are northeasterly, shifting to a stronger northerly as one enters the central Aegean. You should be ready to adapt your trip as these strong winds can last for several days and make it very tough to return to your starting point.

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Marinas & starting points
Alimos (Athens)
Alimos Marina on the NE shore of the Saronikos Bay, is the largest Marina in the Balkans, with a dominating position in the Attica Basin. The Alimos Marina has 1,100 mooring berths. Located 45 minutes from the Athens International Airport. The Marina can be accessed by taxi or by a bus which departs every 15 minutes. You will find in the marina many facilities : water, electricity, fuel, toilets, showers on the pier. And also telephone, banks, restaurants, hotels …
Starting point to : Kea island, Syros Island, Tinos Island, Mykonos Island, Paros Island, Ios Island, Santorini Island, Folegandros Island, Milos Island, Sifnos Island, Serifos Island, Kithnos Island.
Itineraries
One week cruise in Cyclades islands starting Athens.
Two weeks cruise in Cyclades islands starting Athens.

Lavrion
The Marina is situed an hour away from the Athens International Airport. The marina can be accessed by bus or taxi. Many facilities in the harbour : water, electricity and fuel. There are also two supermarkets nearby the marina for your provisioning and many quality taverns, restaurants, cafes and bars are located within walking distance of the port.
Starting point to : Kea island, Syros Island, Tinos Island, Mykonos Island, Paros Island, Ios Island, Santorini Island, Folegandros Island, Milos Island, Sifnos Island, Serifos Island, Kithnos Island.
One way possible to Ionian sea, Dodecanese and Sporades.
Distance Athens / Corfu : 240 NM - Athens / Kos : 190NM- Athens / Skiathos : 152NM.

Syros
The marina is situated in the bay of Foinikas on the southwest coast of Syros island .The taxi ride from the airport to the marina takes about 20 minutes. Water and electricity on the quay. Fuel is delivered on the quay by a mini tanker, public shower and toilet available. Most provisions can be found at near by mini markets. There are several tavernas at the harbour and around the waterfront
Starting point to : Tinos Island, Mykonos Island, Paros Island, Los Island, Santorini Island, Folegandros Island, Milos Island, Sifnos Island, Serifos Island, Kithnos Island.

Paros
The marina is located in Paroikia bay. The taxi ride from the airport to the marina takes about 20 minutes. The ferry terminal from the marina is within walking distance. There are two supermarkets nearby the marina.
Many quality tavernas, restaurants, cafes and bars are located within walking distance of the marina.
Starting point to : Los Island, Santorini Island, Folegandros Island, Milos Island, Sifnos Island, Serifos Island.

Airport
Athens International Airport, daily flights from Europe.
Syros and Paros National airport daily flights from Athens with Olympic airways and Aegean airlines.

Ferry
Click here for more informations :http://www.ferries.gr/.