island sailing

This is our most popular tour for travellers, social adventure seekers, 18-35s and young at heart markets. The tour offers time to explore the islands, including a short visit to the magnificent Whitehaven Beach, and experience one or two snorkelling stops on the fringing coral reefs which extend right from the edge of the islands. For guests who want to be involved, they can help set the sails and have a turn on the wheel. The Captain and crew will provide interpretive information on the Whitsunday Islands and the Marine Park.
Guests sleep on board the yacht, in open plan dormitory single/share or double bunk style accommodation. Large shade awnings offer shade when at anchor. An optional scuba dive for Introductory or Certified divers is available (own expense). Remember to bring swimwear, beach towel, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, jacket or sweater, sandals/joggers, camera and toiletries. Bring your own alcohol. Soft drinks and bottled water are available for sale, or guests may bring these drinks.

Set sail on the famous Blue Cruise along Turkey's magnificent Turquoise Coast on board a traditional Gulet. It's pure escapism, the ultimate relaxing holiday. Swim every day in the crystal clear azure waters of the Med. Visit ancient ruins of sunken cities. Party on island hideaways such as Smugglers Cove, then lap up the genuine hospitality of your crew as they bestow the freshest food upon you. Then there are the sunsets - deep purple, orange and red. Throw in some friends, a cocktail or two, a bed on deck and you have yourself a cruise to remember.

Prices from $639* for students and $659* for adults

VISIT - Split, Dubrovnik and Dalmatian Coast.
There's no beating Croatia's Dalmatian Coast for an 8 day, 7 night chill out. Think crystal clear seas, tiny walled cities, eclectic islands and long nights sampling local foods and wines in a traditional konoba.

Prices from $699* for students and $719* for adults

Hop on board a traditional Croatian cruiser with its local crew and Busabout guide for an adventure around the Dalmatian coast. Croatia's troubled history means it's still on the fringes of the backpacker trail and there are still lots of concealed gems to discover.
For more time on the islands, including a night in a secluded bay away from the main tourist spots, try out Busabout Adventures One-Way sail. Choose from Split to Dubrovnik or Dubrovnik to Split for maximum exposure to the Croatian side of life and its people.

Prices from $699* for students and $719* for adults

Hop on board a traditional Croatian cruiser with its local crew and Busabout guide for an adventure around the Dalmatian coast. Croatia's troubled history means it's still on the fringes of the backpacker trail and there are still lots of concealed gems to discover.
For more time on the islands, including a night in a secluded bay away from the main tourist spots, try out Busabout Adventures One-Way sail. Choose from Split to Dubrovnik or Dubrovnik to Split for maximum exposure to the Croatian side of life and its people. Soak up the sun and beautiful beaches.

Setting sail from the ancient port of Split on Croatia's Adriatic Coast, discover sun-kissed beaches, pebbled bays, medieval Dubrovnik, beautiful Korcula and other ports of call. Visit the historical port of Split, the fortress and medieval old town of Korcula, crystal clear Adriatic waters and sun kissed beaches. Take in the National Park and salt water lakes of Mljet and the azure waters and secluded beaches of the Pakleni islands.
Also see the 'Pearl of the Adriatic' Dubrovnik, the harbour town and culinary delights of Hvar, Makarska, Sipan or Trstenik and Zlatni Rat beach, Brac for swimming.

Relax on board a vintage sailing boat travelling Split to Split return, cruise the magical Adriatic and more… DAY 1: Dubrovnik - Mljet
We embark on our Croatia sailing experience from Dubrovnik harbour at lunch time and cruise to our first overnight stop, Mljet. Enjoy the sun and sea on this peaceful island. Tonight there may be an option to enjoy dinner or a BBQ on board our ship.

DAY 2: Mljet - Makarska
From Mljet we head across to the Makarska Riviera located on the coast of mainland Croatia. Spend the afternoon swimming at one of the many beautiful beaches here. Tonight we stay in the port of Makarska, one of the most attractive resorts on the Croatian coast.

DAY 3: Makarska - Split
Today we journey to Split, via Omis. There is an option to go white water rafting. Split is a UNESCO World Heritage city, and has an abundance of Roman architecture including Diocletian's Palace.

DAY 4: Split - Hvar
We continue our journey to Hvar, one of Croatia's hotspots. Hvar offers plenty of restaurants, bars and cafes that are open long into the night. We could walk up to visit the Spanish Fortress or head straight to Hula Hula Beach for water sports and chill out time. Party into the early morning if we want.

DAY 5: Hvar - Korcula
Our next stop is Korcula, the birthplace of Marco Polo. Why not visit Marco Polo's house before a sunset cocktail at Massimos cocktail bar, built in the turret of a 15th century tower, where we climb a ladder to get in and our drinks come up by pulley.

DAY 6: Korcula - Trstenik
We leave Korcula and continue to Trstenik, a village and harbour on the southern coast of Peljesac peninsula. We have the afternoon to relax and swim here. Trstenik's famous for its Dingac wine, make sure to sample some while here.

DAY 7: Trstenik - Dubrovnik
Today we return to Dubrovnik. Enjoy the beautiful sights in the city that George Bernard Shaw called 'heaven on earth'. Take a walk through Stradun - a promenade and square inside the city walls or for those with a bit more energy, walk along the top of the 1,940m long city walls What better place to spend our last night than the 'Jewel of the Adriatic'.

DAY 8: Dubrovnik
Our trip finishes this morning in Dubrovnik and after an early breakfast it is time to say goodbye to the crew and farewell to our travelling companions.
Itinerary subject to change due to weather conditions and mooring conditions. There is also an optional excursion offered to Montenegro by minibus.

Setting sail from Bodrum spend an idyllic week aboard a gulet, Greek island hopping and exploring Turkey's beautiful Aegean coast. Visit the ancient city of Knidos on the tip of the Datca peninsula, Kos, Tilos and the Dodecanese Islands. You will also visit the largest of the Dodecanese Islands, Rhodes and the volcanic island of Nisiros and see the mosaic style square of Nikea Village.

Cabin C from $1275*
Cabin A from $1889*

VISIT: Athens - Poros - Poliegos - Folegandros - Santorini - Antiparos - Paros - Delos - Mykonos - Syros - Kythnos - Athens

Portrayed by sun kissed white washed houses and blue domed monasteries, Greece, the cradle of civilization, is a land blessed by the Gods. Islands set like exquisite jewels in the endless turquoise Greek waters, sun washed shores and golden stretches of sand.

Discover a wealth of archaeological ruins which are a true testimony to a glorious past, and a rich and diversified natural environment ranging from olive groves to snowy mountains, Greece is a canvas painted with an assortment of landscapes.

Explore the Greek Islands onboard the M/S Galileo, a classic steel hull motor sailor built with the most stringent safety regulations. 26 spacious cabins with large portholes, A/C, safe, hairdryer and radio. Main deck with bar and dining room. Outside deck with sun beds and deck chairs.