Europe by Lake, River & Sea

Island Hopping in Greece

Under Satori’s Sails

Greece’s gathering of islands, ancient ruins and hidden coves makes it one of Europe’s great sailing destinations. Journeys flow between islands for scenic hikes and wild swims, while evenings bring old town anchorages for feasting in rustic tavernas. Contrasts rule here: hidden coves give way to cobbled harbours and whitewashed houses draped with bougainvillaea, whilst the traces of ancient Greece form a dramatic backdrop to the flutter of sails drifting just offshore.

The Satori Yacht Experience

Created by Tuscany’s Borgo Santo Pietro, Satori is a 41.5m handcrafted wooden schooner accommodating 10 guests, with the intimate atmosphere of a private residence at sea. Satori’s interiors are 1920s-inspired: clean lines, warm lighting and marble en-suites, whilst retaining modern comforts throughout. Outside, expansive decks in dark woods invite languorous mornings beneath the sails and candlelit dinners under immense evening skies, while jet skis, bikes, and wakeboards facilitate exploration beyond the deck.

Itineraries are bespoke, whether you’d like to sail in Athens, Corfu, and Kefalonia, or Montenegro, Italy and Croatia. But 360’s Travel Designers suggest Athens, sailing out of Piraeus’ iconic Marina Zea, to destinations like Paros Island for swimming and shopping, as well as serene anchorages in Santorini and in front of Amorgos Island’s beguiling Chora. Consider adding a week in the Ionians to sail the Ouzo-clear waters from Ithaca to Corfu.

Turkey by Gulet

Every Shade of Blue on the Turkish Riviera

Turkey’s Turquoise Coast is a tapestry of picturesque beaches and ancient ruins that become even more dramatic when viewed from the decks of a Gulet. It’s one of the Mediterranean’s great sailing routes, with pine-covered hillsides falling into impossibly clear water, ancient Lycian ruins emerging from the shoreline and calm Aegean anchorages found by your expert crew and perhaps a touch of serendipity. Expect to explore breathtaking lagoons, coves for wild swimming, and enchanting towns from Antalya and Bodrum to Ölüdeniz and Kaş.

The Traditional Turkish Gulet Experience

Traditional Turkish gulets are built from richly finished wood and designed for languorous coastal cruising, typically accommodating between three and twelve cabins. You’ll sail into secluded bays for swimming, sip cocktails on deck, enjoy exceptional regional cuisine and explore ancient sites, pristine beaches and wildlife-rich coastlines like İztuzu Beach, a nesting ground for endangered loggerhead turtles.

Itineraries can be tailored entirely around how you wish to travel, whether with a focus on Mediterranean gastronomy, ancient history, quiet bays, or simply escaping the crowds. But we suggest a classic route from Göcek to Fethiye and Kekova, combining quiet, crystalline bays with fascinating archaeological sites.

Montenegro’s Coastline

The Adriatic at its Most Dramatic

Montenegro’s sublime coastline feels almost improbable. Mountains rise sharply from the Adriatic, medieval towns cling to the water’s edge, and narrow inlets open suddenly into vast expanses of azure sea. Nowhere is this more striking than Kotor Bay: one moment a fishing village and echoing church bells, the next towering limestone cliffs reflected in glass-like water. The bay is intensely atmospheric, a scene framed by protective mountains that lend a mesmerising stillness to the water, while the town is an antique tangle of alleys and squares, punctuated by churches, cafes and restaurants overlooking the bay.

Where You’ll Stay: One&Only Portonovi

One&Only Portonovi occupies an enviable position at the entrance to the bay, all terracotta roofs, colonnades and expansive gardens, whilst beyond, the water remains ever-present with mountains disappearing into low cloud and yachts anchored for the evening. Four outstanding restaurants serve everything from Japanese-Mediterranean fusion to French pastries and afternoon teas, and the Chenot Espace wellness centre adds a restorative dimension to your stay.
Rooms and suites are richly adorned and boast exquisite views across Kotor. But if you need more space, we suggest staying in Villa Two, set directly on the waterfront with uninterrupted vistas from a private pool steps from the water, and beautifully designed for long summers by the sea.