Greece Corfu (4-11 October 2025)

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Starting Port City: Corfu, Greece

Ending Port City: Corfu, Greece

Planned Itinerary

(subject to change, for example due to weather)

Day 1: Saturday – Embarkation in Corfu, Greece

Embarkation: After 17:00 at the Gouvia Marina.

• Boarding Party: After 17:00 at a marina
• Welcome Cocktails & Safety Tea: Sip Greek spirits while the crew explains where the life jackets are (and which crew members are single)
• Marina Perks: Take advantage of the well-stocked supermarket and excellent facilities before setting sail
• Meditation Moment: Sunset Alignment – Evening meditation on the bow as the sun sets over, setting intentions for the journey ahead
• Evening Escapades: dining at the marina or in UNESCO-listed Corfu Old Town
• LGBTQ+ Hotspot: bar in Corfu Town – where the local gays and travelers mingle over ouzo and kumquat liqueur
• Overnight: rest up, sailor, the naked adventure begins tomorrow

Day 2: Sunday – First Sail: Gouvia to Nissaki/Barbati

• Morning Glory: Cruise along Corfu’s eastern shore, with views of Albania just 1 mile away at the closest point
• Lunch Stop: Drop anchor at the secluded coves of Nissaki Beach – a series of small pebble beaches with crystal clear waters perfect for your first skinny dip
• Afternoon Delight: Enjoy the pristine waters of Nissaki or continue slightly north to Barbati Beach
• Bare Necessities: Head to the more remote sections of Nissaki where nude sunbathing is discreetly practiced by those in the know
• Evening: Dinner aboard or dinghy to shore for a delicious Greek dinner at one of the seaside tavernas
• Meditation Moment: Water Connection – meditation at a beach, breathing with the gentle rhythm of the waves
• Overnight: Sleep in the tranquil bay with the dramatic backdrop of Mount Pantokrator

Day 3: Monday – Coastal Cruise: Nissaki to Kassiopi via Kalami

• Morning Stop: Visit the horseshoe-shaped Kalami Bay with its stunning sapphire waters – famous as a filming location for “The Durrells”
• Literary Lovefest: See the former home of gay literary icon Lawrence Durrell in Kalami, known as “The White House”
• Lunch Anchor: Enjoy a midday meal in Kalami, perhaps at one of the waterfront tavernas with spectacular views
• Final Hop: Arrive at charming Kassiopi, a pretty fishing village with a Byzantine fortress
• Cultural Quickie: Visit the ruins of Kassiopi Castle for spectacular views (shirts required, unfortunately)
• Evening Entertainment: Bar-hop through Kassiopi’s harbor front with sea views
• Overnight: Stay in Kassiopi Harbor

Day 4: Tuesday – Mainland Journey: Kassiopi to Syvota

• Morning Glory: Sail directly across to the stunning coastline of mainland Greece
• Island Wonderland: Anchor among the Syvota Islands (also called Mourtos) – a group of islets creating a magical green and blue seascape often compared to a miniature fjord
• Bare Beach Time: Swim in the crystal-clear waters between the islands
• Secluded Skinny Dip: Visit Monastery Bay – a quiet beach with a nice taverna on shore
• Evening Entertainment: Explore Syvota town’s wide range of restaurants and bars with gorgeous sunset views over the islets
• Overnight: Syvota marina or the quieter anchorage

Day 5: Wednesday – Southern Expedition: Syvota to Antipaxos 

• Meditation Moment: Island Dreamscape – Dawn meditation among the islets of Syvota, as the first light creates magical reflections on the water between the islands
• Caribbean Dreams: Discover Voutoumi Beach with its stunning turquoise waters and white sand – pure Caribbean vibes in the Mediterranean
• Bare Beach Bliss: Vrika Beach on Antipaxos offers secluded coves perfect for nude swimming
• Water Wonderland: Snorkel among the crystal-clear waters – visibility here is extraordinary
• Afternoon Leisure: Enjoy a picnic lunch anchored off one of Antipaxos’ spectacular beaches
• Evening Cruise: Short sail north to Gaios on Paxos island
• Dinner Delight: Dinner aboard or explore Gaios’ waterfront restaurants and enjoy dinner with a view of the narrow channel
• Overnight: Stay in harbor or at anchor.

Day 6: Thursday – Island Discovery: Paxos Exploration

• Morning Option: Visit Kipiadi Beach on the eastern coast with its azure waters and white pebbles
• Village Charm: Explore Gaios’ narrow lanes, boutique shops, and waterfront tavernas
• Afternoon Adventure: Rent bikes or scooters to explore the olive groves and visit Loggos, another charming village
• Sunset Spectacular: Evening drinks at a bar perched on dramatic western cliffs with breathtaking sunset views
• Evening: Dinner aboard or option of fresh seafood dinner at one of Gaios’ renowned tavernas
• Meditation Moment: Cliff Consciousness – Sunset meditation near Erimitis cliffs on Paxos, embracing the dramatic energy where land meets sea
• Overnight: Another night in Gaios

Day 7: Friday – Homeward Bound: Paxos to Gouvia 

• Morning Departure: Early start to make the most of your final day, direct sailing back to Corfu
• Midday Break: Possible stop at Petriti fishing village on southeastern Corfu for a lunch break and skinny dip a beach on the way.
• Final Stretch: Complete the journey back to Gouvia Marina
• Farewell Feast: Celebration dinner at the marina with all the Greek specialties you’ve come to love
• Last Call: One final night to exchange numbers and make promises to meet again next year
• Overnight: Dock at Gouvia Marina – make it count!

Day 8: The Morning After in Gouvia

• Bittersweet Goodbye: Disembark before 09:00, hungover but happy
• Walk of Fame: Say farewell to your sailing family – bound together forever by secrets, sunshine, and several bottles of ouzo