Charter destination
East Mediterranean
Greece, Croatia, Montenegro, Malta and Turkey.
Best season
May – October
Typical charter
7 – 10 nights
Fly into
Athens · Split · Dubrovnik · Malta
Why charter here
The East Mediterranean, by yacht
Greece alone has more than 6,000 islands, and Croatia more than a thousand, which makes the eastern Mediterranean the place to escape the crowds. The Cyclades are dry, bright and windy, with whitewashed villages and lively ports; the Ionian is green and sheltered; Croatia’s Dalmatian coast combines walled medieval towns with national parks. The season runs into October, when the water is still warm and the harbours are quiet.
Where to cruise
Cruising areas
- 01
Cyclades
Mykonos, Santorini, Paros and the small, quiet islands in between. Expect the meltemi wind in July and August.
- 02
Ionian Islands
Corfu, Paxos and Lefkada — sheltered green islands, sea caves and calm water, good for families.
- 03
Croatia
Split, Hvar, Vis and Dubrovnik, with the Kornati and Mljet national parks for nature and quiet anchorages.
- 04
Montenegro
The fjord-like Bay of Kotor and Porto Montenegro, a short cruise from Dubrovnik.
- 05
Turkey & Malta
The Turquoise Coast’s ancient ruins and quiet bays, and Malta’s Grand Harbour and Blue Lagoon.
Don’t miss
Signature experiences
- Sunset in Oia from the water
- Exploring the sea caves of Paxos by tender
- Swimming under the Krka waterfalls
- Dinner inside the walls of Dubrovnik
- Private visits to ancient sites like Delos
Sample itinerary
A week in Croatia
Day 1
Board in Split
Day 2
Hvar — the harbour and the Pakleni Islands
Day 3
Vis — the Blue Cave and Stiniva cove
Day 4
Korčula old town
Day 5
Mljet national park
Day 6
Dubrovnik
Day 7
Disembark in Dubrovnik
Every charter is planned around your dates, the yacht and the weather; this is a starting point, not a fixed route.
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