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Ionian Flotilla in Greece

Lighter winds and shorter passages make the Ionian ideal for a relaxed flotilla sailing holiday in Greece, popular with families and less experienced crews.

Explore these beautiful Greek islands and experience gentle afternoon breezes, warm seas and friendly harbour-front tavernas. This flotilla is ideal for couples and families with children seeking a relaxed sailing holiday.

The sheltered waters of the Ionian offer an unlimited number of tranquil bays and enchanting fishing harbours. Navigation is straightforward with no tides, currents or other hazards. There are good sailing breezes late morning through the afternoon, but winds rarely exceed Force 5. Anchor in picturesque bays or moor up in bustling fishing harbours.

We don't believe in 'regimented' flotilla sailing. You're free to plot your own course during the day. The flotilla skipper is on hand to give you advice and support - from sorting out a snarled anchor to reserving you a table for dinner on the quayside.

Less experienced skippers will appreciate his help with mooring "stern-to" or "bows-to" on the quayside at the end of an enjoyable afternoon's sail. And if you are an experienced sailor you can choose to leave the flotilla for a few days, joining up for the barbecue evening or other social event.

Those new to sailing or looking to brush up on their skills can take advantage of our learn to sail on flotilla option. Ask the sales team for more details.

PRICES

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£2,086

7 nights

2 cabins

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Ionian Flotilla

Ionian flotilla sailing holidays

  •  Two 1 week itineraries - Sivota route and Fiskardo route
  •  Perfect for families
  •  Line of sight sailing
  •  Includes return airport transfers, end cleaning, bed linen & shower towels
  •  Learn to sail option for novices
  •  Minimal mooring fees (approx €10-€20/week)
  •  Runs April to October. Operates Sunday-Sunday
  •  Supermarket within the marina

Suggested Sailing Itineraries

Map courtesy of Wanderlog, a trip planner on iOS and Android

2024 dates: 05, 19 May | 02, 16, 30 Jun | 14, 28 Jul | 11, 25 Aug | 08, 22 Sep | 06, 20 Oct

 Day 1 (Sunday) : Palairos Harbour

You join your flotilla in our beautifully located Palairos base, just a short drive from Preveza airport. The superb setting, with views across to Meganisi and Scorpio, the island owned by the Onassis family, will soon put you in the holiday mood! After settling in on your yacht there’s time for a stroll around the shops and a relaxing dinner.

 Day 2 (Monday) : Kastos (17nm)

Kastos is a little gem of a place, inhabited by around 50 permanent residents only. The ultimate Ionian Island hideaway, it is blessed with lovely beaches, peace and quiet, and a deliciously simple way of life.

 Day 3 (Tuesday) : Big Vathi, Ithaka (16nm)

Big Vathi has been the main harbour of Ithaca since the 16th century. Vathi is steeped in history and wandering the small streets is a treat before you settle down for a leisurely meal and sundowner..

 Day 4 (Wednesday) : Kioni, Ithaka (7nm)

Kioni village is an exceptional beauty set amidst a setting of olive groves. The lovely houses form an amphitheatre around the steep slopes of the bay with its amazing deep blue waters.

 Day 5 (Thursday) : Vasiliki, Lefkas (12nm)

Vasiliki bay has a great beach and is the perfect spot for kayaking, paddleboarding or windsurfing, whatever your level of ability. The village centres around an old Greek fishing port lined with shady trees and painted cafe tables.

 Day 6 (Friday) : Little Vathi, Meganisi [Karnagio] (18nm)

Little Vathi is a tiny port on the northeast coast of Meganisi. In a sheltered position at the end of an inlet, it has a few waterfront tavernas. Settle down to a cold beer and plate of mezes by the quayside and watch the ferry and fishing boats come and go..

 Day 7 (Saturday) : Palairos Harbour

Stop at Abelike Bay for a last lunch stop and swim before returning to Palairos.

Two-Week bookings have “Free Sailing” or the option to return to the base at Palairos.

 Day 8 (Sunday)

Disembark from Palairos and take your included transfer back to the airport.

Please Note: All routes may vary due to weather conditions & other factors.

Map courtesy of Wanderlog, a trip planner on iOS and Android

2024 dates: 28 Apr | 12, 26 May | 09, 23 Jun | 07, 23 Jul | 04, 18 Aug | 01, 15, 29 Sep

Day 1 (Sunday) : Palairos Harbour

You join your flotilla in our beautifully located Palairos base, just a short drive from Preveza airport. The superb setting, with views across to Meganisi and Scorpio, the island owned by the Onassis family, will soon put you in the holiday mood! After settling in on your yacht there’s time for a stroll around the shops and a relaxing dinner.

Day 2 (Monday) : Sivota, Lefkas (14nm)

Enjoy a sail across to Sivota on the East coast of Lefkas. This is an unspoiled fishing village which has managed to keep its Greek character through all the years despite the growth of tourism. Here you’re spoiled for choice as there is a variety of shops, cafes and tavernas.

Day 3 (Tuesday) : Fiskardo, Kefalonia (12nm)

This beautiful old fishing harbour is considered the pearl of the Ionian Islands. You’ll find a wide choice of stylish and sophisticated shops, cafes and a variety of tavernas and restaurants.

Day 4 (Wednesday) : Port Leone, Kalamos (18nm)

Enjoy a sail over to the island of Kalamos. Port Leone is a sleepy bay at the south of the island with no shops or restaurants so the quayside for visiting yachts. Take a walk up to the old town for views and a visit to the bakery.

Day 5 (Thursday) : Spartochori, Meganisi (14nm)

Spartochori is a great setting for watching an evening sunset over the top of the village. After an enjoyable sail, relax whilst moored to the jetty, only a few steps away from the tavern.

Day 6 (Friday) : Port Atheni, Meganisi (4nm)

Port Atheni is a small harbour on the island of Meganisi and is located in the bay with the same name used mainly for fishing boats. Several hiking tracks lead over the hills and down through the olive-tree plantations to the isolated bays on the other part of the island.

Day 7 (Saturday) : Palairos Harbour (8nm)

Stop at Varko Bay for a last lunch stop and swim before returning to Palairos.

Two-Week bookings have “Free Sailing” or the option to return to the base at Palairos.

Day 8 (Sunday)

Disembark from Palairos and take your included transfer back to the airport.

Two-Week bookings have “Free Sailing” or the option to return to the base at Palairos.

Please Note: All routes may vary due to weather conditions & other factors.

SUNDAY DEPARTURE - 1 WEEK

Yacht details 19 May - 22 Jun 23 Jun - 20 Jul 21 Jul - 17 Aug 18 Aug - 14 Sep 15 Sep - 28 Sep 30 Sep - 12 Oct
Model / layout Year Cabins WC
Bavaria 32 2004 2 1 from
£2,457
from
£2,688
from
£2,688
from
£2,688
from
£2,457
from
£2,086
Bavaria 33 2006 2 1 from
£2,688
from
£2,873
from
£2,873
from
£2,873
from
£2,688
from
£2,271

SUNDAY DEPARTURE - 2 WEEKS

Yacht details 19 May - 22 Jun 23 Jun - 20 Jul 21 Jul - 17 Aug 18 Aug - 14 Sep 15 Sep - 28 Sep 30 Sep - 12 Oct
Model / layout Year Cabins WC
Bavaria 32 2004 2 1 from
£4,293
from
£4,769
from
£4,769
from
£4,769
from
£4,293
from
£3,531
Bavaria 33 2006 2 1 from
£4,769
from
£5,151
from
£5,151
from
£5,151
from
£4,769
from
£3,913

SUNDAY DEPARTURE - 1 WEEK

Yacht details 19 May - 22 Jun 23 Jun - 20 Jul 21 Jul - 17 Aug 18 Aug - 14 Sep 15 Sep - 28 Sep 30 Sep - 12 Oct
Model / layout Year Cabins WC
Bavaria 37 Cruiser 2007 3 1 from
£3,174
from
£3,433
from
£3,433
from
£3,433
from
£3,174
from
£2,822
Oceanis 37 2008 3 1 from
£3,276
from
£3,544
from
£3,544
from
£3,544
from
£3,276
from
£2,914
Sun Odyssey 349 2017 3 1 from
£3,244
from
£3,660
from
£3,660
from
£3,660
from
£3,244
from
£2,827
Bavaria 39 Cruiser 2007 3 2 from
£3,516
from
£3,896
from
£3,896
from
£3,896
from
£3,516
from
£3,146
Sun Odyssey 419 2017 3 2 from
£4,681
from
£5,283
from
£5,283
from
£5,283
from
£4,681
from
£3,940
Oceanis 41.1 2020 3 2 from
£4,996
from
£5,589
from
£5,589
from
£5,589
from
£4,996
from
£4,172
Bavaria C42 2023 3 2 from
£5,422
from
£6,116
from
£6,116
from
£6,116
from
£5,422
from
£4,579

SUNDAY DEPARTURE - 2 WEEKS

Yacht details 19 May - 22 Jun 23 Jun - 20 Jul 21 Jul - 17 Aug 18 Aug - 14 Sep 15 Sep - 28 Sep 30 Sep - 12 Oct
Model / layout Year Cabins WC
Bavaria 37 Cruiser 2007 3 1 from
£5,579
from
£6,111
from
£6,111
from
£6,111
from
£5,579
from
£4,855
Oceanis 37 2008 3 1 from
£5,787
from
£6,341
from
£6,341
from
£6,341
from
£5,787
from
£5,045
Sun Odyssey 349 2017 3 1 from
£5,913
from
£6,769
from
£6,769
from
£6,769
from
£5,913
from
£5,055
Bavaria 39 Cruiser 2007 3 2 from
£6,283
from
£7,065
from
£7,065
from
£7,065
from
£6,283
from
£5,521
Sun Odyssey 419 2017 3 2 from
£8,623
from
£9,861
from
£9,861
from
£9,861
from
£8,623
from
£7,099
Oceanis 41.1 2020 3 2 from
£9,271
from
£10,491
from
£10,491
from
£10,491
from
£9,271
from
£7,575
Bavaria C42 2023 3 2 from
£10,147
from
£11,575
from
£11,575
from
£11,575
from
£10,147
from
£8,415

SUNDAY DEPARTURE - 1 WEEK

Yacht details 19 May - 22 Jun 23 Jun - 20 Jul 21 Jul - 17 Aug 18 Aug - 14 Sep 15 Sep - 28 Sep 30 Sep - 12 Oct
Model / layout Year Cabins WC
Bavaria 46 Cruiser 2006 4 2 from
£4,139
from
£4,824
from
£4,824
from
£4,824
from
£4,139
from
£3,630
Oceanis 45 - 4 cab. 2012 4 2 from
£5,019
from
£5,649
from
£5,649
from
£5,649
from
£5,019
from
£4,297
Sun Odyssey 449 2019 4 2 from
£5,528
from
£6,223
from
£6,223
from
£6,223
from
£5,528
from
£4,649
Sun Odyssey 509 - 5 + 1 cab. 2015 5 3 from
£6,045
from
£7,110
from
£7,110
from
£7,110
from
£6,045
from
£5,304

SUNDAY DEPARTURE - 2 WEEKS

Yacht details 19 May - 22 Jun 23 Jun - 20 Jul 21 Jul - 17 Aug 18 Aug - 14 Sep 15 Sep - 28 Sep 30 Sep - 12 Oct
Model / layout Year Cabins WC
Bavaria 46 Cruiser 2006 4 2 from
£7,415
from
£8,825
from
£8,825
from
£8,825
from
£7,415
from
£6,367
Oceanis 45 - 4 cab. 2012 4 2 from
£9,225
from
£10,521
from
£10,521
from
£10,521
from
£9,225
from
£7,739
Sun Odyssey 449 2019 4 2 from
£10,273
from
£11,701
from
£11,701
from
£11,701
from
£10,273
from
£8,463
Sun Odyssey 509 - 5 + 1 cab. 2015 5 3 from
£11,279
from
£13,471
from
£13,471
from
£13,471
from
£11,279
from
£9,755

Please note: Prices may be subject to change. Compulsory and Optional extras will be added to your quote.

Included on the Ionian flotilla

  •  One return airport transfer per yacht: Preveza airport - Palairos - Preveza airport
  •  Assistance of the flotilla lead crew throughout your holiday
  •  End cleaning
  •  Bed linen
  •  Shower towels
  •  Complementary outboard engine for yachts 40'+

Fuel and any mooring fees are not included.

Flights to Preveza

The nearest airport to the base in Palairos is Preveza. Thomson have flights from Gatwick, Manchester and Birmingham. Easyjet fly from Gatwick to Preveza.

Transfers

One return transfer per yacht will be arranged for you once we have your flight details. This is included regardless of whether you book flights directly with the airline or through Nautilus Yachting. We will meet you at the airport and take you directly to the base. The transfer takes 30 minutes.

Meet the Ionian flotilla lead crew

Grace Jessiman

Grace Jessiman

Grace grew up sailing dinghies and daysailing in Boston, USA. She has spent 4 years as a sailing instructor for children and adults, including teaching adaptive programs for sailors with disabilities.

She has sailing expedition experience in Mexico's Sea of Cortez, as well as in Italy, Canada and the United States.

Annabelle Gillborn

I started sailing when I was 6 on Blokarts and have competitively raced since I was 7. Having had many flotilla holidays with my family, I decided that this was the career path for me! I qualified at UKSA in 2021 and have enjoyed various sailing roles since then.

I have a helpful disposition, love making holidays special for my guests and I love to take on any challenge, especially under pressure.