10-day route · Greece
10-day Dodecanese passage
A ten-day east-Aegean passage linking Kos, Symi, and Rhodes — longer open-water legs and Turkish customs awareness if crossing.
- Allow buffer days — Meltemi can pause east–west legs.
- Symi harbour is iconic but tight — arrive off-peak hours.
- Check passport rules if touching Turkish anchorages.
Route spine
Kos → Symi → Nisyros (optional volcano lay day) → Tilos → Rhodes — roughly 120–150 NM total with detours.
Logistics
Rhodes and Kos have strong provisioning. Plan fuel on Kos before long legs east. Night sailing is rarely necessary if you start passages before noon.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need Turkish visas for a detour?
- Yes if entering Turkish waters — check current clearance rules before planning.