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The Cyclades, from the sea
At the heart of the Aegean Sea, the Cyclades form an archipelago where each island has its own rhythm.
From the whitewashed villages of Paros to the wilder landscapes of Milos, from evenings in Mykonos to the small bays of Antiparos, a few hours of cruising are often enough for a complete change of scenery.
By yacht, the journey unfolds naturally from one island to the next. Start the day in a secluded cove, head to a small harbour for lunch, spend the afternoon at anchor, then wake up to a new island the following day.
Whether for a few days or several weeks, ARTA shapes your charter around the way you want to experience the Cyclades.
One island after another.
A multitude of islands
Each stop has its own atmosphere. Lively villages, quieter islands, volcanic landscapes or long beaches. A single itinerary can reveal many different sides of the Cyclades.
Secluded anchorages
Rocky coves, clear waters and bays best reached from the sea offer plenty of opportunities to spend a few hours or an entire day at anchor.
The life on the islands
Waterfront tavernas, whitewashed villages, small harbours and livelier evenings. Cruising through the Cyclades lets you move naturally between time on board and time ashore.
Traveling from an island to another
A yacht allows you to shape an itinerary without returning to the same place each evening. Each day can bring a new island, a new bay or a new harbour.
The charter season in the Cyclades
MAY TO JUNE: Early summer
Bright days and relatively fewer visitors. A pleasant time to discover the islands before the height of the summer season.
JUNE TO AUGUST: High season
The Cyclades are in full summer rhythm, with lively harbours, open restaurants, long days and nightlife on the busier islands. This is also when the Meltemi, the characteristic wind of the Aegean Sea, can be particularly strong and influence cruising itineraries.
SEPTEMBER: Summer continues
The sea remains warm and the islands gradually return to a quieter pace. A particularly appealing time to combine cruising, days at anchor and time ashore.
Recommended season:
May to September
Peak season
July and August
The Cyclades Islands
Mykonos
The most cosmopolitan of the Cyclades combines beaches, restaurants, beach clubs and evenings in Mykonos Town. It can be the starting point of your itinerary or a livelier stop between several days at sea.
Paros & Antiparos
Separated by a narrow stretch of water, Paros and Antiparos are particularly well suited to chartering. Small harbours, villages, waterfront restaurants and plenty of anchorages make it easy to alternate between time ashore and days on board.
Naxos
The largest island in the Cyclades, Naxos offers long beaches, a more mountainous landscape and an atmosphere distinct from its neighbouring islands. An ideal stop to spend a little more time ashore before heading back to sea.
Sifnos
Quieter and particularly renowned for its gastronomy, Sifnos brings a different pace to the itinerary. Its villages, small bays and restaurants make it an ideal stop for a more relaxed day.
Milos
Its rock formations, pale cliffs and landscapes shaped by its volcanic origins make it one of the most spectacular islands to discover from the water. Many of its coves are best experienced when approached from the sea.
Seven days in the Cyclades
DAY 01 | Mykonos to Paros
Board in Mykonos before setting off for Paros. Settle in, enjoy your first swim and spend the evening around Naoussa or at anchor, depending on the itinerary.
DAY 02 | Paros & Antiparos
A day dedicated to exploring both islands. Time at anchor, swimming, lunch on board or ashore, followed by cruising around Antiparos before the evening.
DAY 03 | Antiparos to Sifnos
Set off for Sifnos and a quieter change of pace. Spend the afternoon at anchor before heading ashore for dinner.
DAY 04 | Sifnos to Milos
Cruise towards Milos. Spend the afternoon discovering its rocky landscapes and some of its coves from the sea.
DAY 05 | Milos
A full day around the island to enjoy its anchorages, swim and explore a particularly spectacular coastline from the water.
DAY 06 | Milos to Paros
Return to Paros with a day at sea, stopping at anchor along the way before a final evening in the islands.
DAY 07 | Paros to Mykonos
Enjoy a final morning on board before returning to Mykonos and bringing your charter to a close.
Every itinerary remains entirely flexible. It evolves according to your dates, the yacht you choose, your preferred pace and cruising conditions. In the Cyclades in particular, the wind may lead the captain to adjust certain stops to ensure the best possible conditions on board.
The right yacht for exploring the Cyclades
Le yacht façonne le séjour autant que les îles. Le choix dépend du nombre de personnes à bord, des distances envisagées et de la manière dont vous souhaitez partager votre temps entre navigation, mouillages et escales.
To host
Generous outdoor spaces, open living areas and beautiful dining spaces for sharing days and evenings on board with family or friends.
To take the time
Generous outdoor spaces, open living areas and beautiful dining spaces for sharing days and evenings on board with family or friends.
To explore
Tenders and water toys make it easy to reach beaches, explore secluded coves and enjoy the waters surrounding each island.
To navigate from an island to another
Range, cruising comfort and performance suited to your itinerary allow you to move easily between islands without making the journey itself the focus of your stay.
A charter built around you
Tell us your dates, the number of guests on board, the islands you would like to discover and how you imagine spending your time at sea.
ARTA then searches its network for available yachts that match your plans and presents you with a carefully selected shortlist.
