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Destination the Isles of Scilly

France:

Brittany and Normandy

Duration:

11 days - 11 nights

Max number of passengers:

8 people

Available:

-

Suitable for travellers:

20 - 60 years

Boarding from:

Barneville-Carteret

What's included

Cancellation policy

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Organised by:

Thierry N.

Member since 2017 -

Organisation

English

French

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This experience, in a nutshell

Our destination being the Scilly, we will sail, in principle and depending on the weather, winds, and tides along the English coast on the way out and the French coast on the way back.


We will enjoy 3 or 4 days in the Scilly Islands, in order to make the most of these paradise islands, with tropical accents


Indicative programme, subject to change depending on winds, tides and currents.

Only for experienced people.






No Departures available

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Boat & Classes of Service

Dufour 50 - 1998

Type

Sailboat

Length

15 m.

Toilets

3

Cabins

5

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9+

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Our itinerary

Our trip starts here:

Barneville-Carteret.

Check-in: 7:00 PM

Our trip ends here:

Barneville-Carteret.

Check-out: 2:00 PM

Leg 1

Accueil

DAY 1

Reception from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., at the Port des Iles, in Barneville-Carteret, a charming seaside resort, made famous by Mother Denis. You can walk along the famous customs path to discover the Carteret lighthouse, relax on the beach of La Potinière or discover the harbour that protects the marina. Free evening, no meal on board the first evening. Overnight on board.

Leg 2

Cherbourg - Guernesey

DAY 2:

Departure for Guernsey, to discover an island full of charm, refuge of Victor Hugo for many years. You can visit his house, nestled in Saint Peter's Port, the welcoming and lively capital.

Leg 3

Guernesey - Plymouth

DAY 3:

Tactical and sporty crossing of the Channel and the rails used by the cargo ships before reaching Plymouth, a city of history and known for its picturesque Barbican district and the famous Mayflower which left, without return, for the new world. Overnight in Plymouth or the surrounding area.

(86 miles)

Leg 4

Plymouth - Penzance

DAY 4:

We will leave Plymouth for Penzance, a town located at the extreme tip of Cornwall. From Penzance, you can take a bus ride to Cape Lizard, the southernmost point of Great Britain, or walk to discover St Michael Mount, a miniature replica of Mont Saint Michel, accessible at low tide.

Leg 5

Penzance - The Isles of Scilly

DAY 5:

Head for the Scilly Archipelago, the mild climate, thanks to the warm currents of the Gulf Stream, and its wide sandy beaches. You will be surrounded by wild nature and many uninhabited islets. The Scilly Islands are a little gem spared from mass tourism

Leg 6

The Isles of Scilly

DAY 6, 7, 8, 9:

Fairground anchorages in the Islands with visits to Saint Mary's, Bryher, Saint Agnes and Tresco.

Saint Mary's is the most populated and largest island, where you can discover its many coves and castles.

Tresco is known for its famous subtropical garden where exotic plants from all over the world grow.

Leg 7

The Isles of Scilly - Roscoff

DAY 10:

Head for the French coast for Roscoff, with night sailing depending on the weather conditions and the level of the crew. Roscoff is a small town of character with a charming exotic garden. It is located opposite the island of Batz, served by a regular shuttle in summer.

(115 miles)

Leg 8

Roscoff - Ile de Sercq

DAY 11:

At anchor in Sark, you will disembark in a dinghy to visit this small Channel Island, out of time, without a car. The visit requires climbing, by steep but secure paths, the cliffs overlooking the sea. We'll cross the coupée, a path that connects the Grande and Petite Sark, and experience magical moments in front of a dizzying panorama.

Leg 9

Sercq - Barneville-Carteret

DAY 12 :

Lunch will be taken at sea or at the port of Carteret. Disembarkation scheduled between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.

Frequent questions

The organiser reviews

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Organised by:

Thierry N.

Member since 2017 -

Organisation

English

French

4.8/5

out of

9

reviews

Skipper

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A week of sailing practice from Cherbourg

08/30/2021

Patrick d.

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France

Je donne la note max: 5 points! Un skipper très sympathique, toujours prêt à prodiguer explications et conseils, et d'une éternelle bonne humeur malgré les erreurs de ses matelots embouchés, et bon cuistot avec ça (ce qui n'empêche pas de donner un coup de main)! Un bateau puissant (le Dufour 50) et très bien équipé, qui change des formats plus réduits auxquels j'étais habitué (35 pieds max pour ma part). De plus le bateau est un exemplaire dont l'agencement intérieur en bois est très chaleureux. Enfin, la Manche est une mer exigeante qui permet d'apprécier toutes les facettes de la navigation, vents, marées, courants . L'environnement est complexe et passionnant. Je recommande donc sans réserve aussi bien à ceux qui veulent une promenade décontractée, qu'à ceux qui souhaitent (re-)découvrir les plaisirs de la nav.
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From the coasts of Cotentin to the coasts of Goëlo

08/16/2021

Catherine G.

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France

Notation 5 / 5: Excellente semaine passée en compagnie de Thierry. Navigation de qualité en toute sécurité dans des endroits magnifiques, en dépit de conditions météo parfois variables dans cette région de Normandie. Le passage du Raz Blanchard restera pour moi un souvenir magique. Thierry est un skipper très expérimenté faisant preuve d'une grande gentillesse. Il a su s'adapter à son équipage. Séjour vivement recommandé!
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A week of sailing practice from Cherbourg

08/17/2020

Joseph B.

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France

Nous avons passées 6 jours sur le bateau de Thierry, il a eu malheureusement peu de vent. Nous sommes donc restés 4 jours en tout sur Cherbourg et avons fait une nuit sur St Vasst. Nous avons tout de même eu la chance de voir des dauphins ! Cependant le vent nous a bloqué sur Cherbourg. Thierry est un solitaire qui souhaite partager sa passion. J'ai passé un bon séjour avec un un très bon équipage. Je vous souhaite, si vous souhaitez faire une croisière d'avoir du vent.
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Departure of Jacques Vabre with sailing practice.

11/10/2019

Olivier R.

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France

Nous avons passé de un excellent moment avec Thierry sur son bateau. Thierry est un professionnel aguerri de la voile et n'hésite pas à faire partager sa passion en toute sécurité quelque soit le niveau des équipiers. Bon vent et bonne mer à Thierry

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