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SECRET DODECANESE: Kos to Rhodes with skipper and kitchen

Greece:

Dodecanese

Duration:

6 days - 6 nights

Max number of passengers:

6 people

Available:

-

Suitable for travellers:

18 - 70 years

Boarding from:

Kardamaina (Kos)

What's included

Cancellation policy

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Organised by:

Emanuel & Annalisa

Member since 2016 -

Organisation

Italian

French

Spanish

German

English

This experience, in a nutshell


We are Annalisa and Emanuel, a couple of skippers who spend six months a year in the Dodecanese, an archipelago of over 163 islands and islets where the beauty of unspoiled nature blends with the richness of Greek culture. Our itineraries are called "Secret Dodecanese" because they are born from the love for these islands and the desire to share their most beautiful and hidden treasures with our guests.



The South


Dodecanese offers its visitors both magnificent deserted bays, where nature dominates unchallenged, and beautiful medieval villages or colorful neoclassical architecture. The itinerary is a nice mix of activities because it includessailing, sea life, hiking and visits to natural and man-made treasures. We will abandon ourselves to the slow life of these islands where you can already breathe the air of the East. We will sail both driven by the upwind and upwind and across, therefore, it will be a very varied experience for sailing lovers. The sea and air temperature is slightly higher than in the north and the winds are gentler.



Life on board


Barca is synonymous with freedom, so ours are always offered and everyone is free to choose how to spend their time. On board you can participate in the management of the boat, sunbathe, read, chat. There are fins and masks for snorkeling and a dinghy with outboard to reach the beaches or to go ashore and explore the islands. We take care of the preparation of meals on the boat, because in addition to our passion for the sea and sailing, we also like to cook. If anyone shares this passion, they are welcome in the kitchen! Fixing up, on the other hand, is a team game, everyone does their part. Sometimes we will have dinner on land in typical taverns where we can taste the cuisine of the Dodecanese, a treasure trove of Mediterranean flavors with Middle Eastern influences from neighboring Turkey.



Itinerary


With the sky always clear and the wind that fills the sails, we will discover the islands of our itinerary. The wind and the sea will show us the best path to follow. With 25-30 knots of wind in the tails or downwind, sailing is a pleasure; If upwind, sailing can become challenging, therefore, itineraries are always at the discretion of the skippers who are responsible for the well-being and safety of the crew. And, by the way, often the best things happen when they are not planned.

No Departures available

Boat & Classes of Service

Dufour 455 Grand Large - 2006

Type

Sailboat

Length

13.75 m.

Toilets

3

Cabins

4

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Our itinerary

Our trip starts here:

Kardamaina (Kos).

Check-in: 8:00 AM

Our trip ends here:

Ródos.

Check-out: 12:00 PM

Leg 1

Saturday: Volcanic Islands

Departure from Kardamena, island of Kos. Stop in Yali, the white pumice island where we'll stop for a swim in the crystal clear waters. Then head to the island of Nisyros, where we will stop for a swim in front of the black volcanic sand beach. The final stop is the Island of Tylos, a natural oasis and geological park, as well as the first zero-waste island in the world. We'll drop anchor near the pebble beach of Livadia, the largest on the island.


Leg 2

Sunday: South Tylos

A paradise of deserted bays and crystal clear seabeds where we will spend our second day, completely immersed in nature and away from everything. We will sleep at anchor under the stars, lulled by the waves.


Leg 3

Lunedì: Symi Ovest

Morning sail to reach the small monastery on the water for swimming and lunch on the boat or in a tavern that combines excellent food with a view of the beautiful bay. Dinner and night at anchor.


Leg 4

Martedì: Symi Est

Separated from Turkey by a narrow stretch of sea, it offers some of the most beautiful bays of the Dodecanese where we will stop for swimming and lunch. In the late afternoon we will head to Symi Town, the most important town on the island that develops around the port overlooked by elegant pastel-colored buildings in neoclassical style, shops, and many clubs where you can spend a pleasant evening. Night in the Marina in one of the two ports of the city and dinner at the restaurant.


Leg 5

Mercoledì: Chalki

Morning departure for Chalki, the smallest inhabited island of the Dodecanese, not far from Rhodes, with a stop in the tiny Trompetta along the route to swimming. We will continue to the village, a picturesque port of Venetian origins, dominated by the Byzantine tower against an imposing backdrop of reddish mountains. Here the colorful neoclassical houses overlook the turquoise sea with a thousand iridescent glows, even at night. We will dock at the quay and take a nice walk along the promenade with dinner at the restaurant.


Leg 6

Thursday: Chalki and Alymia

Breakfast in the village and then beach life, by boat or on foot. In the afternoon, sail to Alymia, an almost uninhabited island where it will be possible to visit the monastery, the church and the ruins of the barracks of the Italian military, but above all to swim and snorkel in peace. Night at anchor.


Leg 7

Friday: Rhodes Town

Departure at dawn and head to Rhodes where you can visit the medieval Old Town, famous for its impressive fortified walls, cobbled streets including the Street of the Knights, and medieval architecture. Not to be missed, a visit to the Palace of the Grand Masters, and the Archaeological Museum. The area has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

 


The itinerary may be subject to changes due to weather conditions and/or technical or logistical reasons, in order to ensure safety and a pleasant sailing experience for all participants.

What's included in the price

Boat equipment and facilities

    Final cleaning

    Tender and outboard

Meals and beverages

    Purchase and storage of the galley

Onboard staff

    Skipper

    Chef

What you'll have to pay during the experience

Below are the additional expenses you will incur during the experience.

Common Fund

€180 - €250 Per person

The common fund uses an app to record and divide expenses among guests, ensuring transparency. Those who choose a vegetarian diet or abstinence do not contribute to the corresponding costs.

    Galley

    Food for the skipper

    Food for the crew

    Mooring fees

    Visitor or navigation taxes

    Fuel (boat/tender)

What's NOT included in the price

Below are the services that are not included in the price of the experience, including any available optional services that you may pay directly to the organiser (we advise you to inform the organiser prior to departure in case you wish to purchase such services and arrange the payment terms directly with him).

Excluded

    Bedding kit

    Towels kit

    Meals/drinks consumed ashore

    Transfers from/to the airport

    Flights or Transfers from/to the destination

    Accident insurance

Frequent questions

The organiser reviews

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Super!

Organised by:

Emanuel & Annalisa

Member since 2016 -

Organisation

Italian

French

Spanish

German

English

5.0/5

out of

51

reviews

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Secret Aegean with skipper and kitchen on board - Rhodes to Kos

10/22/2025

Douglas B.

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GB

An extraordinary experience that exceeded all expectations

Secret Aegean with skipper and kitchen on board - Rhodes to Kos

10/19/2025

Catherine S.

My first sailing experience was simply extraordinary! ⛵️ Unforgettable moments spent at sea, surrounded by incredible people. Anna Lisa and Emmanuel were amazing hosts! Thank you to everyone for your good humor, your kindness and this unique adventure. Can't wait to do it again! 🌊✨
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Secret Aegean with skipper and kitchen on board - Rhodes to Kos

10/19/2025

Olivier P.

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FR

Some sailings leave a softer trace than that of the boat's wake. The sailing week was perfect: beautiful sailing, delicious food and a friendly atmosphere. Thank you to them for this wonderful interlude — I will leave without hesitation!

Secret Aegean with skipper and kitchen on board from Rhodes to Kos

08/10/2025

BARBARA C.

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IT

Excellent experience both as a proposal for the various destinations visited and for the culinary aspect! Yes, you eat and surf well on [hidden]! Interesting and well organized shore excursions!

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