Halkidiki is famous for its Byzantine towers and ancient ruins including the Birthplace of Aristotle, Ancient Stagira and areas of historical importance such as Xerxes canal. Mount Athos is also a top religious destination. Here is where Athos (the name of one of the giants in greek mythology) cast a massive rock to the god of the sea, Poseidon which missed and fell into the Aegean waters creating Mount Athos (with a height of 2000m!). From early christianity to the Byzantine and Ottoman eras which also had an immediate influence in Mt.Athos, several monasteries were being developed, and till this day the presence of women is prohibited since the monks don’t want to be distracted to their path of spiritual enlightenment. Today you can still enjoy a boat cruise to better understand the monastic life, bringing you closer to the history of orthodoxy. The special geographical composition of Halkidiki with the three legs that protrude and form two enchanting bays create unique natural beauties. Each "leg" has developed its own generous contribution to history over the years creating a unique charm and beauty to the present day. The three legs consist of Kassandra(quite close to Thessaloniki) famous for its cosmopolitan atmosphere and vivid nightlife, Sithonia known for its beautiful beaches, and Athos offering travelers special walks in the mountains in the eastern peninsula of Halkidiki. Halkidiki has dense forests and exotic beaches with clear waters that are waiting for you to be discovered with the sailboat or yacht of your choice.

Rent a boat in Halkidiki and visit the endless beaches of Sithonia and Kassandra. Some great beaches for a full day cruise in the Toroneos Gulf are Elia, Paradisos Marmaras, Kalogria, Agios Mamas and Sani beach. For a fun tour you can head to Kelyfos island (or turtle island) which has lots of places for diving, rich in corals, starfish, seahorses and other fish. The village of Pefkohori is a great stop for an overnight and Porto Koufo is a natural harbor you can add and can mark an excellent 2-day sailing trip. In the peninsula of Athos, you cannot miss the chance to visit Ammouliani, the only inhabited island of Chalkidiki that enchants every visitor and can only be accessed by boat. Alykes beach in Ammouliani is a great cruise for catamarans since the shallow depth of the sea makes it very family and kid-friendly. If you are sailing in Halkidiki in this area you can make a stop to Diaporos islands which is an ideal destination even for winter swimmers since the water remains warm all year round. From here you can point your boat in the direction of the nearest bay or harbor, a top beach is Vourvourou which is 10km from Diaporos which offers great swimming and snorkeling opportunities in complete privacy. Kavourotrypes beach is another alternative and popular swimming area where you can head during your private boat cruise. Halkidiki is blessed with miraculous nature and its various beaches and bays span 550km long and allow visitors to make their most during their family vacation in Greece. Pick your route and create your own one-day or two-day cruise with the yacht of your choice.