Mykonos - Kea - Syros
Day 1
Mykonos (Tourlos Marina) - Tinos
Day 2
Tinos - Andros (Batsi Port)
Day 3
Andros - Kea (Korissia/Vourkari)
Day 4
Kea - Kythnos
Day 5
Kythnos - Syros (Foinikas/Ermoupoli)
Day 6
Syros - Mykonos (Tourlos Marina by 17:00)
Day 7
Mykonos - Check-out
Detailed Itinerary by days
Day 1Mykonos (Tourlos Marina) - Tinos
Leave Mykonos' glitter behind and cruise north to Tinos, where spirituality meets creativity. From Tinos Town, pilgrims crawl to the Church of Panagia Evangelistria, its courtyard filled with lighting and muttered prayers. Wander Pyrgos village, with marble workshops lining its alleyways, and have artichokes à la polita in a shady taverna. At Kolymbithra Beach, where waves turn the sand gold, end the day. Sailor advice: Anchor early; the Meltemi winds kick up by afternoon!
Day 2Tinos - Andros (Batsi Port)
Sail west toward the rich outlier of the Cyclades, Andros. Dock at a crescent-shaped port surrounded by tamarisk trees in Batsi. Dive into the freshwater springs of Achla Beach or hike to the Foros Cave, with its stalactites dripping with myth. Feast on froutalia, a herb-packed omelette, at a seaside kafeneio around sunset when the air smells strongly of jasmine and salt.
Day 3Andros - Kea (Korissia/Vourkari)
Allow the winds to lead you to the tough escape known as Kea. Anchor in Vourkari's yacht-studded bay or Korissia's slumbering harbor. Then swim the WWII wreck Brittanyafter hiking to the stone guardian from sixth-century BC, the Lion of Kea. Dinner is here. Along with honeyed raki, grilled astakos—lobster—from a beachfront taverna.
Day 4Kea - Kythnos
Fly south to Kythnos, where simplicity rules. Drop anchor in Merihas or Loutra, where since antiquity thermal springs have calmed mariners. Swim at Kolona Beach, a sliver of sand straggling twin bays, then eat sfougato (cheese pie) at a dockside bara. Local secret: Your breath will be stolen by the sunset from Loutra's chapel.
Day 5Kythnos - Syros (Foinikas/Ermoupoli)
With Ermoupoli's neoclassical grandeur—marble streets, pastel houses, and the bustling of Miaouli Square—Syros shines. Want harmony? Anchor in sheltered bay of Foinikas. At sunset, climb Ano Syros among bouzouki music emanating from blue-door tavernas, and toast with soumada (almond milk), as the harbour lights come alive.
Day 6Syros - Mykonos (Tourlos Marina by 17:00)
Go back to Mykonos, passing via the hallowed sites of Delos. By 17:00, then squeeze in a last swim at Agios Ioannis where the sea reflects the pink blush of the sky. Over night in Tourlos Marina, eat lobster pasta in Little Venice and then dance under the windmills till the stars disappear.
Day 7Mykonos - Check-out
With a final espresso in hand, I savor the salty, adventurous flavor of Mykonos as I say goodbye to this portside café. Set sail for the Aegean with a pair of sand-colored sandals, a film reel filled with Cycladic blues, and the solemn vow: 'This isn't goodbye.'