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Discover the Ionian Archipelago by sail on a 2027 flotilla voyage through Greece’s turquoise waters, historic islands, hidden coves, and seaside villages.

Where does the voyage begin?

• The island of Lefkada.

  • The starting marina will either be Lefkada Town OR Perigiali. Both locations within 20 minutes of each other and an easy taxi ride away. You will be notified in advance of the starting location.

How do I get to Lefkada?

Well, good question

• Option 1: Fly to Preveza International Airport. Note, there are limited flights to Preveza Airport and many of them are international. There are direct flights from London, Bolognia, Vienna, and a few other ports. Peak season there are flights from Corfu to Preveza.

• Option 2: Fly to Athens, rent a car and drive from Athens to Lefkada. Car rentals in Greece are affordable, and for the week, it will cost you about $300. If you're traveling with a +1, it's about as much as any other transfer. If you're a solo, we can connect you with someone to carpool.

• Option 3: Fly to Athens, take a 4 hour bus from Athens to Lefkada. The bus schedule runs multiple times a day and costs about €40, easy.

What's this voyage like?

Simply put, magical. It’s the perfect mix of stunning wilderness and beautiful little seaside towns. One day, you might find yourself stern-to in a wild, secluded cove, the kind of place where you feel a million miles from anywhere. The next, you’re wandering through a charming coastal village, enjoying a wonderful restaurant, hiking a coastal trail, or spending the afternoon on a beautiful beach.

The pace is calm and relaxed, but there’s still plenty to do. It’s an itinerary that leaves room to slow down, explore, and enjoy where you are — while still offering enough variety and adventure to keep things dynamic.

Provisioning Sailing Collective will provision your journey with local foods and produce.  Cooking Aboard: Your Sailing Collective chef/crew is incredibly talented and can handle the group's needs with ease. We are all about participation and learning, so if you'd like to help, just ask and we'll get you involved! Collective groups may choose to dine out more times than scheduled if the group or individuals choose.

Included in provisioning package*: 

• 6 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 3 Dinners (or similar), Light Snacks, Water, Coffee & Tea

* Subjected to change

Dietary Restrictions We can accommodate as long as we know in advance! It is important to notify us of any dietary restrictions ahead of time and include full details in the Guest Form that you will fill out prior to the start of the trip.

Sailing a group journey is a collective experience calling us to ebb and flow with the tides of the group. While alcohol and soft beverages are not included, we find a well curated bar shared across the group works out best. We offer two beverage during group journeys packages during the course of the week*:

• $150 for wine, beer, spirits and soft beverages

• $75 for soft beverages and under 5 alcoholic drinks.

You can also choose to bring your own beverages on board at no cost. Beverages through our package options will be provisioned for by your crew based on the preferences shared in your guest forms. Alternatively, if you plan to purchase your beverages separately, it is best to stock up before we depart the marina! Morning beverages and water are included for all guests.

Please confirm your package choice within your guest form so your crew can plan accordingly!

ADDITIONAL COSTS We recommend planning on having at least $300 – $800 in spending money depending on spending habits. You will be responsible for paying for:

• All expenses on shore including meals and drinks

• Flights and transportation to and from the marina location

• Onboard beverages

• Gratuity (a 15% to 20% offering)

GRATUITY Tipping your captain and crew is welcomed. If you are satisfied with your service, the industry standard for yacht charters ranges from 15-20% of the cost of the charter. Gratuity is split evenly between the crew and can be paid via cash, check, Venmo, or PayPal. Please contact your Sailing Collective Journey Coordinator if you have any questions.

• 10% = basic hospitality

• 15% = great hospitality

• 20%+ = exceptional hospitality

PACKING LIST Collapsible bags in place of large rigid suitcases are advised for ease of transport on and off the boat. Loading and unloading from the dingy can be a wet activity, a pair of shoes such as flip-flops that you can get wet if we are landing on a beach is recommended.

As the vast majority of your time will be spent outside, prepare for elements - bring a light raincoat just in case, a hat to shield yourself from the sun, and a warm layer.  Throughout the week we may dine out at a nice restaurant, so bring an outfit looks nice and suits your style.

We also encourage that people bring ecologically appropriate products into ocean environments. You can read more about those recommendations on the Sailing Collective Journal here: Packing for a Healthy Ocean

The Journey Schedule Meeting time is at 9:00am on Day 1 of the charter. We return back to port on the final evening by 5:00pm and disembark between 8-9:00am on the final day.

Terms & Conditions By booking this journey, you agree to comply with the stated Terms & Conditions and Covid Considerations, available on our website. Please contact info@thesailingcollective.com with any questions. 

Travel Insurance We recommend purchasing a travel insurance policy that protects you in case of general and covid-related trip interruptions. If you choose not to purchase travel insurance, you forfeit the right to a refund or credit in the event you have to cancel your trip with Sailing Collective.

PASSPORTS AND VISAS Please ensure your passport is valid for the period of travel and for six months after you return. The Sailing Collective cannot be held responsible for refusal of entry or travel due to lack of visas. If you are in any doubt please contact your Embassy for full details.

REALISTIC DISCLAIMER ABOUT BOATS Boats can break. Charter boats are like a rental car, they are checked before and after each charter. The engineer team is required to check the vessel for maintenance issues and make repairs during the half-day turnaround. Vessels require constant attention like any other complex mechanical system. If you are particular about your exact vacation requirements, we recommend booking a yacht charter with a higher price point allowing for an onboard engineer and we are happy to assist brokering a luxury yacht charter for you and your group.