About the Epidavros flotilla
The Epidavros flotilla is an easy route. It sails from Kiato near Corinth making its way through the Corinth Canal to the Saronic Gulf.
Quick Choices - Epidavros Flotilla
| Base: | Kiato/Korfos | Difficulty: Easy | Airport: Athens |
| Flights from: | Heathrow, Stansted, Gatwick, Luton, Manchester & Edinburgh |
| Qualifications: | to sail yourself: minimum RYA Coastal Skipper Practical or ICC |
| Other options: | Skippers available. |
| Includes: | Fuel, outboard |
First stop is Palais Epidavros, from where you can visit the superbly preserved Greek amphitheatre. Plays are still performed here and there are extensive remains of the surrounding settlement to explore.
The flotilla moves on to the pretty holiday island of Poros. There’s the chance to add to your islands with visits to the animal sanctuary on Moni. Perdika offers the ruins of the world war two garrison and camera obscura.
Aegina town is a thriving holiday town on the island of the same name. Here you can ride in a horse drawn carriage, visit the large church or shop in the thriving fish market. A nights free sailing offers a choice of destination large and small. As a bonus, the flotilla finishes in a different place to where you started, in the village of Korfos.
Navigation is easy and distances are fairly short, making this an ideal first flotilla. There’s a range of yachts from 34 to 46 feet. However, the fleet isn’t large so early booking is advised.
2026 Dates
| Flotilla | Apr | May | June | July | August | Sept | Oct |
| Epidavros | | 2nd 16th 30th | 13th 27th | 11th 25th | 8th 22nd | 5th 19th | 3rd 17th 24th |
Epidavros flotilla Itinerary
View the Epidavros flotilla on a map
See About the maps for Key and more information. You can see photos of the area in the Saronic gallery. For what’s included see Flotillas; inclusions and options.
| Day | Miles | Destination |
| 1: Sat | 0 | Check in. - Korfos
A pretty village set in a well sheltered bay, Korfos offers few facilities beyond a clutch of restaurants and bars, and basic provisions, but is worth a visit.
Unusually for the area, the quayside is controlled by the two restaurants who have laid mooring lines. Use their quay and you’re expected to use their restaurant. It’s ... Read more
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| 2: Sun | 11 | - Epidavros / Nea Epidavros
This small harbour is less known than the larger town further south at Palaia Epidavros. In fact Nea Epidavros town is rarely frequented by yacht charter crews, being about a mile inland from its harbour. The town is virtually invisible from the sea.
Nea Epidavros lies at the foot of Mount Akros. It is famed as the location of ... Read more
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| 3: Mon | 21 | - Poros
The small town of Poros, which bears the same name as the island, is only 30 miles from Athens but a world apart.
Poros: Sunset over the West Quay, pontoon (since expanded) and Navy Bay
A popular retreat for Athenians, the island retains it’s “Greek-ness”, with a range of traditional restaurants, a fish market, and good selection ... Read more
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| 4: Tue | 12 | - Perdika
A charming fishing village, Perdika is one of my favourite spots in the Saronic, with it’s row of restaurants on a terrace overlooking the harbour. Believe it or not, it also boasts the world’s first 360o camera obscura, essentially a huge pinhole camera giving an all around view.
Like many Greek villages, Perdika also has some ruins ... Read more
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| 5: Wed | 4 | - Aegina Town
Aegina town, on the island of the same name, is known for its pistachio nuts and natural sponges.
Alongside the harbour front cafes you’ll find an excellent fish market complete with several fish restaurants, and boats on the quay selling fruit and veg. One can’t help but think the fruit should be in the market and the fish ... Read more
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| 6: Thu | 5 | Free sailing: Why not try- Agistri / Angistri / Agkistri
The small island of Agistri offers a number of beautiful beaches. The cobbled streets and whitewashed house are picture postard Greece. Outside the settlements it’s olive groves and pine forests, which supply the resin used in making Retsina wine. Definitely one for your yacht charter itinerary and since the harbour has been developed, it now features on ...
or- Epidavros / Palaia Epidavros
The main reason to pause your charter yacht in Palaia Epidavros is to see the impressive and well preserved Greek amphitheatre which dates from 4BC and is still used for performances in high season. There is also a sunken Roman villa just off the beach. However, town itself is pleasant enough and offers several restaurants ... Read more
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| 7: Fri | 38 | - Kiato
Kiato is a holiday town on the south coast of the Gulf of Corinth. It’s about 20 miles west of Corinth. The town is popular with Athenians wanting a break from the city as it has a direct rail connection.
Kiato was originally focused on citrus and grape farming, and the raisins are allegedly famous. However, ... Read more
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| 8: Sat | 0 | Check out and depart |
| Average | 15 | Note: you will do more miles than this! |
All routes may be subject to change for weather and operational reasons. Your Lead Crew will keep you advised during the week. Flotilla names may differ from those used by the operator.
More about this flotilla
The nearest airport is Athens, well served by scheduled UK flights and readily accessible from other international start points. This is in contrast to many flotilla destinations which are reached by charter flights – fine if you’re in the UK but not so easy from elsewhere.
The transfer between the airport and the base takes about an hour and three quarters by road – the operator offers transfers. Alternatively you can make your own way by train to Corinth and take a taxi or bus from there.
Athens itself is well worth a visit whilst you are passing through. A popular option is to add a day or two to the holiday. This also means you can fly one way during the week, often cheaper than at weekends.
