Aegean sea greek islands

Imagine crystal blue waters with so much depth you can drop anchor right off the shoreline, calm flat waters that are almost mirror-like in reflection and Instagram-perfect flamingo floating sceneries.

You would be forgiven for thinking I’m talking about the British Virgin Islands or even Croatia but I am in fact daydreaming, of Greece.

Greece is surrounded by thousands of islands throughout the Aegean and Ionian seas.

Greek culture is steeped in history and mythology that both capture our interests and intrigue the mind.

Turkish Names of the Aegean Islands

So whether you’re looking to escape it all in one of Greece’s secluded picturesque bays or cruise into a marina and explore the sights, this 7-day cruising guide is sure to set your wanderlust alight.

Before we start it’s worth noting that our routes are based on our own sailboat settings.

For the most accurate results don’t forget to adjust your boat settings in the Savvy Navvy navigation app for bespoke route predictions and arrival times.

Day 1: Alim