The city of Volos has been closely linked to the water element since ancient times. Even today, a large part of the city’s residents make their living from “marine” professions. Thanks to the sea, Volos manages to maintain a traditional character in which all aspects of modern culture have been homogenized. The locals have channeled part of this maritime tradition into forms of recreation that are inextricably linked to the “watery” customs and traditions of the area.
A stroll for visitors at the marina of the city’s port will reveal a large fleet of private leisure boats, both motorized and mainly sailing, as the climate of the Pagasetic Gulf (as with Mediterranean seas in general) is perfectly favorable for these vessels. Many visitors choose a day trip on a sailing boat, as the opportunities to enjoy the surrounding natural beauty multiply exponentially.
The definition of the ideal day trip on a sailing boat is as follows: a morning departure from the port of Volos heading towards the southernmost tip of the mountain and the gulf, the island of Trikeri. Magical note: throughout the journey, Pelion stands beside the travelers, vigilant, wild, and cool. Along the way, visitors encounter hidden paradises, sea caves, beaches invisible from the road network, and sometimes even dolphins.
Top destinations of the trip include the island of Old Trikeri, the solitary and famous beach of Jasteni, and the Pythonisia, a complex of three small islands: Pythos, Strogyli, and Psathos. On Old Trikeri, travelers can explore a long history within just a few meters, visit the Monastery of Panagia, which during the Greek Civil War was a place of exile for female political prisoners, and enjoy fresh fish and seafood at either of the two taverns they choose. The Pythonisia offer opportunities for swimming and mental tranquility, while Jasteni, with its wild yet welcoming beauty, is a perfect spot for a dip in its turquoise waters and, above all, a place where every family, couple, or solo traveler should take at least one photo to adorn the album of their brilliant past moments.
The day sailing trips in the Pagasitikos are suitable for all ages and fitness levels. Getting familiar with sea travel and nautical terminology, as well as visiting places closely tied to Greek history, in perhaps the most beautiful part of it, are the main reasons that make a day sailing trip a true life experience.
Sailing Trip to Pelion…
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