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Check in at 17:00. Split Airport is 30 minutes by taxi. Saturday is changeover day across all Croatian bases — marinas are busy, so arrive relaxed. Diocletian's Palace is a 15-minute walk and worth an evening wander. Stock up at the large supermarket near the marina — provisioning in the islands is more expensive.

Your first sail, and a gentle introduction to the Dalmatian coast. Milna is a beautifully sheltered bay on the west coast of Brač — one of Croatia's most unspoilt small harbours, with a 17th-century Baroque church and excellent fish restaurants around the quay. Stern-to on the town quay or anchor in the inner bay.

The jewel of the Dalmatian coast. Sail south and round the tip of Brač before crossing to Hvar — often called the St Tropez of Croatia. The main town quay is lively and central; the ACI Marina is quieter. The Pakleni Islands just offshore offer excellent swimming anchorages for the afternoon before heading in for the evening. Book dinner — the better restaurants fill fast.

The longest sail of the week — an early start rewards you with the Maestral building nicely through the morning. Korčula is often described as Little Dubrovnik: a medieval walled town on a small oval peninsula. Marco Polo was born here, allegedly. ACI Marina Korčula is well-equipped and a short walk from the old town. Wine tip: Korčula is famous for Pošip — Croatia's finest white wine. Try it at source.

Vis is Croatia's most remote inhabited island — until the 1990s it was a closed military zone, which means it's remarkably unspoilt. Head for Komiža on the west coast: a charming fishing village with a Venetian tower, colourful boats, and the best konoba on the island. The Blue Cave on the nearby islet of Biševo is a must — take a tender trip in the morning (best light 10:00–12:00).

Head northeast back towards Split, stopping at Šolta — the island closest to Split but surprisingly quiet. Maslinica on the west tip is a lovely small harbour with a restored 18th-century castle now operating as a boutique hotel and restaurant. Good swimming off the islets just outside the bay. A perfect penultimate night — quiet, relaxed, and only 7nm from Split.

An easy final sail back to Split. Check out by 09:00 — the base team will do a full inventory and fuel check. If time allows before your flight, Diocletian's Palace and the Riva waterfront promenade are worth a final visit. Split Airport is 30 minutes from the marina.

Dalaman Airport is just 20 minutes by taxi — one of the most convenient transfers in the Med. Göcek itself is a small, upscale town with good provisioning, several marinas and a relaxed atmosphere. D-Marin is the main charter base. Evening in town — the waterfront restaurants are excellent and the Turkish meze a treat.

A short hop into the stunning Skopea Limani bay system — a labyrinth of pine-clad inlets and Lycian rock tombs carved directly into the cliffs. Göbün Cove (Kapi Creek) is a favourite first night: a narrow, almost landlocked creek with a wooden jetty and a small restaurant that serves breakfast by rowboat in the morning. Don't miss it. Mooring is stern-to the jetty — restaurant fees cover the berth.

Head south towards Ölüdeniz — the famous blue lagoon, one of the most photographed stretches of water in the Mediterranean. Anchor off Gemiler (St Nicholas) Island just to the north: a magical spot with Byzantine church ruins tumbling down to the water's edge. Snorkel the shoreline and explore on foot. Overnight on anchor in Gemiler Bay.

Sail west along the Aegean coast towards the remote bay of Bozukkale — one of the finest natural anchorages on the Turkish coast, with the ruins of a Knights Hospitaller castle on the headland. Almost entirely surrounded by land, it offers exceptional shelter and total tranquillity. Two or three small restaurants on the water offer free mooring with dinner. The furthest point from base.

Head northeast back up the coast to Ekincik Bay — the gateway to the Dalyan River delta and the famous Iztuzu beach (Turtle Beach), a protected nesting site for Caretta caretta loggerhead turtles. Take a river taxi upstream to Dalyan town, visit the Lycian rock tombs above the river, and bathe in the sulphur mud baths. An extraordinary day ashore. Anchor in Ekincik Bay overnight — well sheltered.

Return northeast into the Gulf of Fethiye and explore the Göcek island chain. Tersane Island is the highlight — a natural harbour with the ruins of an old Byzantine shipyard (tersane means shipyard) at its head, crystal-clear water and excellent snorkelling. Stern-to at the small jetty, or anchor off. A perfect penultimate night: calm, beautiful and close to home.

A gentle final morning sail back to Göcek through the beautiful Gulf of Fethiye. Check out by 09:00. Dalaman Airport is just 20 minutes away — one of the easiest transfers in the Med.

Palma Airport is 15 minutes from the marina — the easiest transfer in the Med. The city itself is outstanding: La Seu Cathedral, Bellver Castle, and a restaurant scene that rivals Barcelona. Check in, provision, and spend the evening in Palma — there's no rush to leave until the morning.

Head southwest along the coast, passing the dramatic cliffs of Cabo Blanco. Cala Pi is a narrow, pine-lined inlet en route — a stunning swim stop with turquoise water and white sand tucked behind towering cliffs. Port d'Andratx is a beautiful natural harbour backed by mountains, with a contemporary art centre (CCA Andratx) and relaxed waterfront restaurants. A classic first stop.

The most dramatic sailing day of the week. Round the northwest corner of Mallorca under the UNESCO World Heritage Tramuntana mountains — sheer cliffs dropping straight into the sea, with the Maistros building as you go. Port de Sóller is a near-circular bay, almost completely landlocked, with a historic tram connecting the port to Sóller village. One of the finest natural harbours in the western Mediterranean.

The longest leg — an early start is essential. Round Cap de Formentor, Mallorca's dramatic northern cape, where the cliffs fall vertically for hundreds of metres. The bay of Formentor beyond is one of the most beautiful in the Balearics — crystalline water, a pine-fringed beach and the famous Hotel Formentor. Moor on a buoy (book ahead in peak season) or anchor off the beach.

Head south down Mallorca's quieter east coast — a series of beautiful calas (coves) with white sand and turquoise water. Cala Ratjada is worth a lunch stop. Portocolom is a natural harbour and one of the most authentic fishing villages on the island — colourful boathouses line the inlet, and the Coves del Drach (Dragon Caves) are 10 minutes by car, with an underground lake and classical concerts daily.

Sail south to the Cabrera Archipelago — a protected National Park and one of the great sailing experiences of the western Med. Anchoring requires a permit (book well in advance through the base). The water is among the clearest in the Mediterranean, and the ruins of a 14th-century castle overlook the anchorage. An extraordinary final night under genuinely dark skies.

Depart Cabrera early for a glorious morning sail back to Palma, the city growing on the horizon as you cross the bay. Check out by 09:00. Palma Airport is 15 minutes from the marina — and the city rewards a final coffee and hour of wandering if your flight allows.

Athens International Airport is 45 minutes from Lavrion, 30 minutes from Alimos (closer to the city). The Saronic is the closest sailing ground to Athens — compact, beautiful and loaded with history. If arriving at Alimos, the Acropolis is 20 minutes away — worth an evening visit. Provision at the marina supermarkets.

Head southwest across the Saronic Gulf to Aegina — the closest island to Athens and a refreshing contrast to the city. The famous Temple of Aphaia (better preserved than the Parthenon, some argue) is 15 minutes by taxi from the harbour. Aegina is also the home of Greece's finest pistachio nuts — buy a bag at the harbour market. Stern-to on the town quay or at the small marina.

Hydra is unique in Greece — and in the Med. No cars, no scooters, no noise beyond the clip of donkeys on cobblestones. The harbour is one of the most beautiful in the Aegean: a horseshoe of stone mansions rising above the quay. Stern-to on the town quay, or anchor in the outer bay. Book dinner at one of the harbour restaurants well in advance — Hydra is popular.

A short sail to Spetses — another car-free island, though with more character and fewer tourists than Hydra. The old harbour (Palio Limani) is charming and the new harbour (Dapia) more convenient. Spetses played a major role in the Greek War of Independence — the Laskarina Bouboulina Museum tells the story. Good beaches accessible by water taxi around the island's coast.

Cross to the Peloponnese mainland and the small town of Ermioni — a low-key, genuinely local Greek town on a pine-covered peninsula with almost no tourism. Excellent fresh fish tavernas on the quay, good swimming off the rocks at the tip of the peninsula, and a calm anchorage. One of the hidden gems of the Saronic.

Head back north to Poros — separated from the Peloponnese mainland by a channel just 200 metres wide. The town quay buzzes with life and the narrow strait creates a natural theatre for watching the world sail by. Poros is the last lively stopover before the return to Athens. The Clock Tower on the hill is worth the climb for views across the channel.

Final sail north back across the Saronic. The Meltemi can be lively in July and August on this crossing — check the forecast the evening before and depart early if conditions are building. Check out by 09:00. Athens Airport is 30–45 minutes from the marina. The city deserves at least a night before or after the charter if schedules allow.

Olbia Airport is just 20 minutes away — one of the quickest transfers in Italy. Portisco and Cannigione are the main charter bases for the Costa Smeralda and La Maddalena archipelago. Both marinas are well equipped and set in spectacular surroundings. Provision well before departing — the islands offer less choice. Dinner ashore in Cannigione village, where the Sardinian lamb and fresh pasta are exceptional.

Head south along the coast, passing through the stunning Gulf of Olbia to the dramatic island of Tavolara — a sheer limestone massif rising 564m from the sea, one of the most striking silhouettes in the western Mediterranean. Anchor in the bay of Spalmatore di Terra on the south side, with a white sand beach and water of astonishing clarity. The Ristorante da Tonino Re di Tavolara on shore is a legendary spot — book ahead.

Sail north into the stunning La Maddalena National Park — an archipelago of seven main islands surrounded by over 50 smaller islets, all with extraordinary pink granite formations, turquoise shallows and pine forests. Anchor in one of Caprera's sheltered coves. Caprera is the island where Garibaldi spent his final years — his house is now a museum. The waters around the archipelago are some of the clearest in the entire Mediterranean.

The highlight of the week — cross the Strait of Bonifacio into France. Approaching Bonifacio by sea is one of the great arrivals in the Mediterranean: the medieval citadel appears to grow from the top of towering white limestone cliffs, with the harbour entrance a narrow slot through the rock. Once inside, a completely sheltered natural harbour. Walk the cobbled streets of the upper citadel, try the local Corsican charcuterie and a glass of Nielluccio wine. Overnight in Bonifacio Marina.

A short sail to the Lavezzi Islands — a protected Corsican nature reserve of rounded granite boulders and translucent lagoons just north of the strait. Anchor among the islets and spend the day swimming, snorkelling and exploring on foot. One of the most beautiful anchorages in the western Med, and wonderfully peaceful. Return to Bonifacio in the evening for a final dinner ashore, or overnight at anchor in the Lavezzi if conditions allow.

Cross back south into Sardinia to Palau — a lively port town on the Gallura coast, perfectly placed between the Maddalena archipelago and the mainland. The ferry port gives it energy, and the waterfront is lined with excellent restaurants serving the freshest local fish. The rock formation of the Orso Bear — a granite boulder weathered into the unmistakeable shape of a bear — is a short walk above the town and worth the climb for the views across to Corsica. A relaxed penultimate evening with a good dinner ashore.

A gentle final sail south along the Costa Smeralda — passing Porto Cervo, the glamorous heart of the Aga Khan's legendary development, with its designer boutiques and superyachts. Stop for a swim in Cala di Volpe if time allows — one of the finest bays on the island. Check out by 09:00. Olbia Airport is 20 minutes from the marina.

Zadar Airport is a short 15-minute drive from the marina — the quickest transfer in Croatia. Zadar itself is one of the most underrated cities in the Adriatic: a peninsula of Roman ruins, medieval churches, Venetian walls and a genuinely local atmosphere. Alfred Hitchcock called it home to the most beautiful sunset in the world. Provision well and spend the evening exploring the old town. The Sea Organ — an architectural installation that uses wave energy to play music — is a short walk from the marina.

Head northwest into the outer islands — a world away from the busier resorts of Split and Hvar. Molat is a quiet, pine-covered island where time moves slowly. Anchor in Jaz Bay, a pristine cove reached by a short walk through the pine forests from the harbour. A small library in the village has thousands of books left by visiting sailors over the decades — a lovely tradition. Exceptionally clear water and almost total seclusion.

Sail southwest to Dugi Otok — the Long Island — and head for Sakarun Bay on its northwest coast. Sakarun is one of the most beautiful beaches in Croatia: a crescent of white sand in a shallow turquoise lagoon, usually reached only by boat. Anchor off the beach for the afternoon. Overnight in the bay of Veli Rat or Brbinj on the island's eastern side — both have small restaurants and a village atmosphere.

The centrepiece of the week. The Kornati archipelago — 140 islands and reefs in a labyrinth of dramatic karst scenery — is one of the most extraordinary sailing destinations in the Mediterranean. George Bernard Shaw described them as the place where "God, on the last day of Creation, desired to crown His work, and thus created the Kornati Islands out of tears, stars and breath." Moor to a buoy or anchor in one of the many sheltered bays. The park entry ticket is purchased at the entrance.

Spend a second day in the Kornati area, heading east to Žut — a larger, lusher island with a small marina and excellent anchorages in the surrounding bays. Pod Ražanj bay on the island's south side is a favourite — wonderfully sheltered with a small restaurant. The evening light across the Kornati from here is spectacular. A quiet, unhurried night at the edge of the national park.

Head north back towards Zadar, stopping at the island of Iž — a gentle, unhurried island of olive groves and vineyards, popular with local Croatians and almost unknown to foreign tourists. Veli Iž has a small marina, good tavernas and a character entirely its own. The island pottery tradition dates back centuries — the distinctive Iž pitchers make excellent gifts. A perfect penultimate night.

Final sail back to Zadar, with a possible swim stop on the beautiful island of Ugljan en route — its bay of Muline is a lovely, calm finale. Check out by 09:00. Zadar Airport is 15 minutes from the marina. If your flight allows time, Zadar's old town is well worth a final wander — the Roman forum, the Cathedral of St Anastasia, and the Sea Organ are all within a few minutes' walk.

Portorosa is the largest private marina in Sicily and the main charter base for the Aeolian Islands — a beautifully designed harbour town with restaurants, shops and excellent facilities. Fly to Palermo (2 hours by road) or Catania (1 hour) and transfer to the marina. Provision generously — the islands have limited supplies. Dinner at the marina: try the Malvasia delle Lipari, the sweet amber wine that is the Aeolians' signature drink, served with biscotti.

Sail north to Vulcano — the most southerly of the Aeolian Islands and the one that gives the archipelago its identity. The Gran Cratere volcano dominates the island with its sulphurous steam vents and otherworldly landscape. The black sand beach at Porto di Ponente is a remarkable swim stop, and the famous therapeutic mud baths — fumarole-heated volcanic mud — are a unique experience. Overnight stern-to in Porto di Levante.

A short hop to Lipari — the largest and most populated of the Aeolian Islands, and the cultural hub of the archipelago. The hilltop citadel, medieval castle and outstanding archaeological museum (with one of the finest collections of Greek ceramics in the world) are worth a full afternoon. The town is lively, the seafood exceptional, and the atmosphere distinctly Sicilian. Overnight in the marina or at one of the town quay berths.

Sail northwest to Salina — the greenest of the Aeolians, with twin volcanic peaks covered in vineyards, capers and malvasia grapes. The bay of Pollara on the island's northwest is one of the most dramatic anchorages in the Mediterranean — a collapsed volcanic crater forming a perfect semicircular bowl. This is where Michael Corleone hid in The Godfather II, and the film Il Postino was shot here. Overnight in Santa Marina harbour.

Head east to Panarea — the smallest and most chic of the Aeolians. Just 3km long, Panarea has no cars, beautiful whitewashed houses draped in bougainvillea, and a reputation as the most stylish island in the Mediterranean. Anchor in the stunning Cala Junco bay during the day. The prehistoric Bronze Age village on the headland above is extraordinary. As the sun sets the island transforms — Bar del Porto is the place to begin the evening.

The most dramatic day of the week. Sail northeast to Stromboli — an active volcano rising directly from the sea, erupting every 20 minutes or so with a regularity that has earned it the nickname the Lighthouse of the Mediterranean. Anchor off the black sand beach at Ficogrande and watch the lava flow — the Sciara del Fuoco — glow against the hillside as darkness falls. One of the great spectacles of the natural world, seen from the deck of your own yacht.

The longest sail of the week — depart early to make the most of the morning breeze. The return passage south along the Sicilian coast, with the smoking cone of Stromboli receding behind you, is a wonderful way to end the week. Arrive Portorosa by late afternoon. Check out by 09:00 the following morning. Transfer to Palermo (2h) or Catania (1h) for your flight home.