The Big Blue
Mountain biking and catamaran sailing at the Aegean Sea.
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Activity Level Intermediate
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Trip Duration 5 riding days8 Days
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Destinations Aegean Sea, Dodecanese
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Group Size Small Group
At a glance
A combination of mountain bike and sailing trip at the Aegean Sea! A sailing catamaran yacht will be your house, your kitchen, your transfer and bike garage for a whole week! You will have the chance to ride at some amazing landscape island trails, with the best views of the Aegean Sea and make some of the most refreshing dives at the big blue of the Mediterranean Sea. Food, drinks, music and at the same time single tracks and trails that ends at some of the most exceptional beaches of the mediterranean sea.
Your Captain, and Outline’s team will make theirs best for you to have a memorable boat and bike trip. But to be honest there are not a lot to do… We have the salt and the breeze of the Aegean Sea that makes the most. So, why wasting any more time? Just grab your bike and a sea towel and come to Greek islands for the best mtb holidays of your life!
Tour Highlights
- Aegean island hopping
- Accommodation at a sailing catamaran boat
- Sailing at the Aegean Sea
- Riding and swimming to hidden beaches
- Riding in to a volcano crater
- Visit the apocalypse cave of Saint John
Please note: A mountain bike adventure may be affected by numerous factors, with more common the weather conditions. Outline Adventures and its people have the experience to adjust the itinerary and proceed to what is needed in order to update the tour and provide you the best experience depending the conditions.
- English speaking, local expert mtb guide(s)
- Five (5) days riding the islands
- Seven (7) night boat accommodation
- Seven (7) breakfasts
- All meals required by the itinerary (FB)
- Visit seven Aegean islands
- Maintenance toolset always available
- All transportation required by the itinerary
- Airport pick up and drop off
- International and/or domestic flights
- Alcoholic / non-alcoholic beverages
- Tickets for sights and visits
- Bike rentals
- Personal safety and bike equipment
- Travel and health insurance
- Anything not mentioned as included
Fitness and Skills Level
- You have a reasonable level of fitness, exercising at least twice a week for 45 minutes or more, throughout the whole year
- You can ride for up to 5 hours per day at a moderate pace, with snack and photo stops, for 3 consecutive days
- You are capable of tackling one or two moderate climbs per day, of up to 400m
- You have been mountain biking regularly for at least one year
- You have reasonable bike handling skills, and are confident riding in a variety of terrains and conditions including: single track, double track, muddy, wet, dry, loose
- You are competent at riding undulating trails with moderate climbs and descents, some of which may be slightly technical in nature, but may get off and walk some sections
- You ride at least three to four times per month
Preparation of your Bike
Here is our Bike kit list in order to help you get prepared for your adventure. Please read and check it carefully. The ideal bike for this mtb trip is a high quality full-suspension mountain bike with at least 140mm of travel. Make sure, that your bike has been professionally and authorised serviced, including all suspensions and your equipment is in proper condition.
Accommodation – Catamaran Yacht
All of our accommodations will be in a catamaran yacht, by which we will also travel from island to island. This way we will have the chance to take the most from a sailing experience at the Aegean Sea and at the same time riding at as many as possible Aegean islands.
Food & Beverages
Dodecanese are famous for their quality traditional Cuisine and raw materials. Due to travelling by boat, we will have our breakfasts and some of our meals onboard. But we will also enjoy dinners at restaurants -one in a different island- in order to taste as many as possible local Mediterranean flavours. After all you are in Greece, you have to spend some quality time feasting with the locals.
Arrival & Departure Details – Transfers
This tour starts and finishes at Thessaloniki Airport, SKG.
Your Guide will meet you at the exit of Arrival department of Hippocrates International Airport of Kos, holding an Outline Adventures sign.
International Airport of Kos, is well connected to many international destinations. Please let us know if you require any assistance with your flights.
After gathering on the boat and a welcome shot, a brief will follow from the Captain and your Guide(s) about boat safety, hygiene standards and some information about the trip and the rides.
On your departure date we will drop you off to International Airport of Kos, to catch your homeward flight.
If you wish to arrive sooner or extend your trip to Greece, please contact us.
Please Note: All transportations from and to KOS Airport are scheduled to take place from 9am to 9pm at arrival and departure dates of the trip. If your flight(s) are before or after this range, an extra fee of 25€ per person will be charged.
Travel Factors
Please read and accept our Terms & Conditions before you book one of our adventures. It is very important for us, to know that all of our customers have read and agreed to our terms.
We hope that you will never have to cancel your trip. Although, if for any reason you have to cancel, make sure you are aware of our cancellation policy.
You are required, as a condition of booking, to be insured against medical and personal accident risks. In this policy you must include cover for mountain biking and we recommend that you take out a policy which covers cancellation and baggage.
Please note: We are more than happy to help you understand all of the trip aspects. Feel free to ask any kind of question you may have for this trip.
Package Confirmed Dates | Trip Status Trip Status | Price (PP) Excluding Flights | . |
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October 7, 2023 - October 14, 2023
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The Big Blue
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€2,500
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May 11, 2024 - May 18, 2024
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The Big Blue
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€2,500
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May 25, 2024 - June 1, 2024
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The Big Blue
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€2,500
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October 5, 2024 - October 12, 2024
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The Big Blue
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€2,500
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October 19, 2024 - October 26, 2024
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The Big Blue
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€2,500
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