SALPARO

OF WINE AND SALT

A truly artisan experience for those who enjoy the timeless luxury of authentic wine, slow food and the yachting lifestyle.

Join us on an epic tour of tranquil sailing in the crystal blue waters of the Ionian Islands, amazing food and the very best Greek wines.

Of wine and salt was born out of the passion of a skipper, a chef and a sommelier for the best things in life. We absolutely love discovering exciting new flavours, wines and spending time on the beautiful sea. We can’t wait to show you and your friends or your family the real Greece!

Your private chef is hugely passionate about Greek flavours with an international twist and showing off local, artisan produce in the best way possible. Enjoy multiple course dinners, healthy, tasty lunches and light snacks after an afternoon of swimming or diving. On shore dinners ranging from simple, local tavernas to fine dining dinners complete your culinary adventure.

The wines of Greece are increasingly getting more and more recognition in the wine world. Whether you’re a complete novice or a wine lover, tastings can be adapted by your sommelier to suit everyone on the trip. You’ll get an insight into the most exciting wine makers, their stories and wines during tastings and dinners.

Enjoy the thrill of sailing, diving and exploring the best of Greece’s secret coves and secluded sandy beaches. Swim and snorkel in crystal blue waters and enjoy a wonderful seafood BBQ on the beach.

  • Private floating hotel

  • Explore stunning islands from the comfort of your luxury yacht. Travelling powered by nature and wind is relaxing and good for the environment.

  • Smooth sailing

  • Discover the thrill of sailing and learn from your local skipper. If you rather soak up the sun with a good book and a refreshing cocktail that’s ok too - it’s your holiday!

  • Peace of mind

  • Spending time with friends and family in a safe environment while experiencing new things in a meaningful has way never been more important. A thorough safety concept and a flexible cancellation policy guarantees complete piece of mind.

“This unique project is built around Christina and Kathrin Holzer, who are Masters in their domain. Both sisters, having a love for the good things in life, made their passions to their profession. Christina as a sommelier and Kathrin as a Chef." Costa Tzaneris

Christina worked as a Sommelier at Gordon Ramsey‘s 2 Michelin starred restaurant in London. She‘s now based in Switzerland where she‘s the head of buying and marketing for a well known wine distributor. She‘s also studying for her Master of Wine, the toughest wine exam in the world – there are just 409 Master of Wines. She believes wine should be fun and accompany good food, regardless of the price tag. Kathrin worked in renowned hotels like The Dolder Grand in Zurich and as Head Pastry chef at Waldhaus Flims, completing her résumé with experience in top hotels in New Zealand and the UK. Her passion is the world of food and sailing, she loves discovering local ingredients and producers. She believes in authentic, simple flavours executed to the highest level.

Sailing

2-4 hours per day. It all, of course, depends on the weather and your possible wish to sail longer.

Wine tasting

Learn to taste and describe wine from a sommelier.

Fine dining

Internationally influenced Greek cuisine, freshly prepared by our talented chef.

Prerequisites

No previous sailing or wine tasting experience needed.

Equipment

No equipment required.

Language

All tastings are in English or German.

Christina and Kathrin Holzer – the culinary dream team

S/Y Magnum Opus – your private floating retreat. She’s the most luxurious sailing catamaran in the Ionian Sea.

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A lavish bbq on the beach with the best the sea has to offer – delivered by a local fishing boat directly to our yacht – it doesn’t get fresher than that!

No filter needed – explore the crystal clear blue waters through stand up paddling, snorkelling and swimming.

Petros from Genitlini winery is one of our favourite winemakers – he’s extremely passionate and full of humour. We could spend all day at his winery tasting, chatting and discovering.

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ITINERARY

Unless the weather tells us otherwise, that will be our route

Day 1

Argostoli Port, Kefalonia Island

Welcome to Kefalonia! Step on your luxury yacht which will be your home for the next seven days. We’ll start the holidays off with a glass of Greek sparkling wine and delicious canapés prepared by your private chef. A fine wine and dine dinner at the five-star Hotel White Rock with the charismatic owner and head winemaker Petros from Gentilini winery awaits.

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Day 2

Lixouri, Kefalonia Island

The adventure begins! We’re sailing towards Lixouri. An introduction to how to taste wine by your on-board sommelier Christina equips you with the tools needed to taste wine like a pro. Highlight of the day: A winery visit and tasting at the historical and biodynamic winery Sclavos.

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Day 3

Poros, Kefalonia Island

We’re dropping anchor at Avithos beach, have a swim and enjoy an amazing lunch with sea views at one of the best Tavernas in Kefalonia. It belongs to Panos, who also owns Sarris winery. He’s a natural and biodynamic wine fanatic and his wines are truly special.

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Day 4

Sami, Kefalonia Island

After a hearty breakfast, we enjoy a short 45mins walk to Melissani Cave where the sun shines through the opening in the cave roof to illuminate the waters of the underground lake. A truly stunning natural phenomena.

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Day 5

Kioni, Ithaca Island

Relaxing snorkelling at the bay of Filiatro οn Ithaca Island. Secluded anchorage at a private cove for snorkelling and stand up paddling. A lavish BBQ feast on a secluded beach as you watch the sun go down is the highlight of the day. You'll be loving your life...

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Day 6

Cave Βay, Kefalonia Island

Because we are curious, creative people at of wine and salt, the idea of doing a tasting in an ancient cave came about. The cave was discovered by our skipper, and access is only possible by the sea. So join us for the world premiere of tasting wine in a rock cave!

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Day 7

Fiscardo Port, Kefalonia Island

We finish our trip at the Venetian village Fiskardo. The small fishing town is steeped in history and one of the most beautiful towns on Kefalonia Island. Get some last minute souvenirs, and we’ll eat the best "gyros" on the island.

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INCLUDED

  • Your private sommelier, Christina

  • Your personal chef, Kathrin

  • Your local guide, widely known as skipper Costa

  • All accommodation aboard our catamaran yacht

  • All meals, including ashore meals at specific cherry picked by our chef tavernas

  • All snacks and beverages on board

  • All wine tasting tickets

  • Stand Up Paddle and hammock on board

  • Wi-Fi, 10GB a week

  • Private transfer from/to EFL airport

  • Inflatable boat with an outboard engine for unlimited exploration

  • Fresh shower towels and bed linen

  • Warm water shower

  • Mooring and port fees

  • Yacht fuel and yacht insurance

  • End cleaning and disinfection fees

NOT INCLUDED

    • Flights

    • Ashore personal expenditures

    • Hard alcohol at our onboard Fair Bar

Due to inquiries from individual wine lovers and other solo travellers, we have a waiting list and may change the tour to a book per cabin charter.

Let us know if you are also interested to experience “of wine and salt” in a mixed group by sending us an email at [email protected] now or give us a call at +41 76 779 80 98.

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