This is a genuine odyssey — 691 nautical miles from the Turkish coast to Athens, crossing the full breadth of the Aegean through three distinct island groups. From Bodrum, the route threads through the Dodecanese (Kos, Patmos), the northeastern Aegean (Ikaria, Chios), the Sporades (Skyros, Alonissos, Skopelos, Skiathos), and the northern Cyclades (Andros, Tinos, Mykonos, Kea) before arriving in Athens. No other itinerary offers this range of Greek island character in a single charter.
Your VoyageBodrum to Kos
A short 16-nm crossing from Turkey to Greece. Bodrum (ancient Halicarnassus) — with its 15th-century Crusader castle and vibrant waterfront — is the starting point. Kos town has its own Crusader castle, the ancient Asklepieion, and the Plane Tree of Hippocrates in the central square. Complete Greek entry formalities here.
Kos to Patmos
Forty-five nautical miles north to the "Holy Island" of Patmos. The Monastery of St. John the Theologian and the Cave of the Apocalypse — where St. John is said to have received the Book of Revelation — together form a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The hilltop Chora is one of the most atmospheric villages in the Dodecanese. Skala, the harbour, has excellent restaurants.
Patmos to Fourni / Ikaria
Fifty-six nautical miles northwest. The Fourni archipelago is a cluster of small islands between Patmos and Ikaria with exceptional fish tavernas and quiet anchorages. Ikaria is one of the world's five "Blue Zones" — regions where people live measurably longer — attributed to diet, social cohesion, and an unhurried lifestyle. The island has hot springs, wild landscapes, and a stubbornly independent character.
Ikaria to Chios
Seventy nautical miles north to Chios, one of the most culturally significant islands in the Aegean. Chios is the only place in the world that produces mastic — a resin from the lentisk tree, harvested in the southern mastic villages (Mastichochoria). The medieval villages of Pyrgi (with distinctive geometric sgraffito decoration) and Mesta (a labyrinthine fortified settlement) are extraordinary. The island also has strong claims as the birthplace of Homer.
Days 5–8 — Chios to the Sporades
The route crosses northwest through Skyros (wild ponies, isolated character), Alonissos (National Marine Park, monk seal habitat), Skopelos (pine forests, Mamma Mia chapel), and Skiathos (beaches, lively harbour). See our dedicated Sporades itinerary for detailed descriptions.
Days 9–14 — Sporades to Athens via Northern Cyclades
From Skiathos, the route turns south through Evia, Andros (Goulandris Museum, green valleys), Tinos (marble craftsmen, pilgrimage church), and Mykonos (Delos, nightlife), before a final passage via Kea back to Athens.
Season
May through October. This route includes several long open-water passages (Chios–Skyros at 75 nm; Skiathos–Evia at 105 nm) that require settled weather windows. The captain will manage timing based on forecasts.
Pace
At 691 nm in 14 days, the average daily run is ~50 nm — moderately demanding. The route is best suited to guests who enjoy being underway and want to cover significant ground.
Provisioning
Bodrum, Kos, Chios, Skiathos, Mykonos, and Athens are full provisioning points. Other stops have limited supplies.
This itinerary is a suggestion.
Your captain will adapt the route based on weather, customs requirements, and your preferences. Additional stops at Samos, Lesbos, or Leros are possible with schedule adjustments.
| Day | From | To | NM | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bodrum | → | Kos | 16 |
| 2 | Kos | → | Patmos | 45 |
| 3 | Patmos | → | Fourni / Ikaria | 56 |
| 4 | Ikaria | → | Chios | 70 |
| Total | 691 | |||
