An example week · Ionian Sea · 7 days · Round trip from Corfu
Ionian Sailing Trip from Corfu
Paxos, Antipaxos, Lefkada and Kefalonia or Ithaca on your own private yacht: green islands, calm water and turquoise bays. This is an example week. Yours starts from it and follows your group.
Duration
7 days
Start & finish
Corfu
Sailing level
Perfect for first-timers
Price
On request
Why the Ionian
Green islands and the calmest water in Greece
Pine-covered hills running straight into turquoise water, Venetian harbour towns and bays you can only reach by boat. The Ionian is the gentle, green side of Greek sailing.
Short hops and lighter winds make it one of the easiest places in Greece for a first sailing holiday, and a favourite for families. I plan the pace around you, with plenty of time to swim, explore and do nothing at all.
The route · 5 waypoints · ~170 nm
Your route, stop by stop
Five waypoints across seven days, so there's always time to slow down. Fall in love with Paxos? Stay another night. The route follows you, not the other way round.
STOP 01
Corfu → Paxos
Leave Corfu across calm Ionian water to the peaceful harbours of Paxos, and drop anchor in one of its secluded coves.
Gaios, Lakka and Loggos · Sea caves on the west coast · Harbourside tavernas
STOP 02
Paxos → Antipaxos
A short hop across turquoise water to little Antipaxos, famous for its white-sand beaches and crystal-clear bays. A day for swimming and slowing right down.
Voutoumi and Vrika beaches · Snorkelling and diving · Total quiet
STOP 03
Antipaxos → Lefkada
South to Lefkada, past some of Greece's most famous beaches, with lively Lefkada town waiting on the waterfront.
Porto Katsiki, Kathisma and Agios Nikitas · Lefkada town · Local wine, olive oil and pies
STOP 04
Lefkada → Kefalonia (Fiskardo) or Ithaca
Choose between the Venetian charm of Fiskardo on Kefalonia and the quiet villages of Ithaca, the island of Odysseus.
Fiskardo waterfront · Vathi and Kioni on Ithaca · Hidden bays and green walking paths
STOP 05
Ithaca or Fiskardo → Corfu
A long, rewarding sail north back to Corfu, with the Ionian islands passing by one last time before you reach the harbour.
A full day under sail · Corfu's old fortress at sunset
Want more? Add a stop
Alternatives we can add along the way, if you feel like it.
+ Optional
Meganisi & Skorpios
Sail around the small islands off Lefkada for an idyllic, quiet day at anchor.
More than a boat
I take care of everything, A to Z
I'm not a yacht owner or a booking platform. I plan your whole trip personally and coordinate everyone on the ground, so you just show up and enjoy it.
01
The right yacht
Sailboat, catamaran or motor yacht, chosen for your group and budget.
02
Skipper & route
A trusted local skipper and a route built on season, weather and your pace.
03
Provisioning
Food and drinks on board before you arrive, dietary needs included.
04
Transfers
From Corfu airport or your hotel to the marina, and back again.
05
Activities & local tips
Snorkelling, hikes, and the tavernas only locals know.
06
A clear estimate
An indicative price that depends on the boat, the season and what you want included. You see it before you commit.
How it works
Personal from the very first conversation
No booking engine, no templates. Before I plan anything, we talk it through by email, so the trip is really yours.
You reach out
Send the short form or an email with your dates and who's coming.
We talk it through by email
You tell me what you dream of, how you like to travel and what matters most to your group.
I design your trip
Yacht options and a route built around you and the season.
You confirm, I handle the rest
I coordinate the yacht, skipper, transfers and extras, and stay with you during the trip.
Ionian Sailing Gallery
Life on board in the Ionian
What guests say
More like a friend than a travel agency
“It was our first time sailing in Greece and we were a bit lost in the beginning. Vaggelis really listened to what we wanted and helped us plan a route that felt perfect for us. The boat, the little villages, the food, everything felt easy and personal.”
Katerina Liapi
“Excellent service from start to finish. Vaggelis took care of all the details and helped us organize a wonderful sailing trip in the Cyclades. Great communication and very professional.”
Ilias Marinis · Greece
FAQ
Good to know
How much does this trip cost?
There is no fixed price. It depends on the yacht, the season, the size of your group and what you want included, such as skipper, provisioning or transfers. Tell me your plans and I send you an indicative estimate before you commit to anything.
Is it suitable for first-time sailors?
Yes. The Ionian has calm water and mostly short passages, which makes it one of the easiest places in Greece for a first sailing holiday. A skipper takes care of the sailing.
When is the best time to sail the Ionian?
From May to October. June and September are especially pleasant: warm sea, quieter harbours and gentle afternoon breezes.
Can I change the route or add stops?
Of course. The stops are a suggestion, not a schedule. Stay longer where you love it, skip what you don't, and adapt to the weather on the day.
Can children join?
Yes. With calm bays and short hops, the Ionian is one of the most family-friendly sailing areas in Greece.
Ready to set sail?
Let's plan your Ionian sailing trip together
Tell me your dates and who's coming, and we'll shape the trip together by email. Personal, and with no obligation to book.