Dodecanese · Rhodes
Yacht Charter Dodecanese from Rhodes (2026)
The Dodecanese yacht charter is the under-marketed Greek alternative. Rhodes-based, less-trafficked, culturally distinct.
Yachts for this brief
Specs that match
Motor yacht 30-40m (Rhodes base)
4-5 cabins · 6-8 crew
€110,000 - €240,000
Standard Dodecanese spec
Sailing yacht 35-45m
4-5 cabins · 5-6 crew
€95,000 - €180,000
Quieter Dodecanese pace, lower cost
Rhodes-base means no delivery from Athens needed. Saves €5-10k vs Athens-base + Dodecanese itinerary.
Sample itinerary
7-day skeleton
- Day 1
Embark Rhodes · Old Town evening
Rhodes Mandraki harbour. Medieval Old Town dinner ashore.
- Day 2
Symi · harbour town
Greece's prettiest harbour. Italian-era architecture. Restaurants on the waterfront.
- Day 3
Halki + Tilos · empty islands
Less-trafficked Dodecanese. Empty anchorages. Pure swimming.
- Day 4
Nisyros · volcanic crater
Active volcano island. Crater walk. Mandraki village.
- Day 5
Kos · Hippocrates connection
Cosmopolitan island. Asklepion archaeological site. Marina-based dinner.
- Day 6
Patmos · monastery + Apocalypse cave
UNESCO. The most-significant Christian site outside Israel. Quiet anchorage.
- Day 7
Return Rhodes · final evening
Long return passage. Final Old Town dinner before disembark.
Why George Yachts
For this brief specifically
Dodecanese specialist routes - we have direct relationships with Rhodes harbour authority and the Symi taverna network.
Less-trafficked alternative when peak Cyclades feels overwhelming.
Italian + Ottoman cultural depth - we brief clients on which sites are worth which excursion type.
Frequently asked
About this charter type
Is the Dodecanese cheaper than the Cyclades?
Slightly. Rhodes-base yachts run 10-15% below equivalent Cyclades-base yachts due to less peak demand. Lower marina fees in Dodecanese ports also help APA.
Can I combine Dodecanese + Cyclades?
Operationally possible but consumes 2 days passage time each way. Better as separate charters in different years.
What about Turkish coast from Rhodes?
Symi is 20nm from Datça (Turkey). Cross-border charters technically possible but Turkish-flag rules + customs add complexity. Most Dodecanese clients stay all-Greek.
30-minute discovery call
Ready to plan this charter?
Book a free 30-minute call with George to walk through availability, pricing, and the right yacht for your specific dates.
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