Arrival Day
Morning/Afternoon – Guests arrive throughout the day at Stella Apartments.
7:00 PM – Welcome Reception
Drinks and light mezés served under the vines. A relaxed evening featuring local Greek specialities, wine, and the opportunity to meet fellow literary enthusiasts.
Monday
9:00 AM – Breakfast at Stella Apartments
10:00 AM – Tour of Stella and Retreat Facilities
Explore the grounds, including the pool, beach access, and library. Find your perfect reading spot in the shade, on the sand, or on your private balcony with sea views.
1:00 PM – Lunch - (Mediterranean, locally sourced dishes).
Afternoon – Free time: read, write, swim, rest, or explore.
7:00 PM – White Elephant Book Swap & Drinks
Bring a favourite book to share and discover a new one. Wine, appetisers, and discussion on the terrace as the sun sets over the Aegean.
8:30 PM – Dinner at a nearby taverna.
Tuesday
8:00 AM – Optional Yoga Session
9:00 AM – Breakfast at Stella
10:30 AM – Excursion to Eggares Olive Press
1:00 PM – Lunch
Afternoon – Free time
7:00 PM – Book Club & Dinner on the Beach
Exceptional food, wine, and literary conversation in a magical seaside setting.
Wednesday
Cultural Exploration & Island Discoveries
9:00 AM – Breakfast
11:00 AM – Talk by author
1:00 PM – Lunch
Afternoon – Free time
5:00 PM – Visit to Kouros Statues
8:00 PM – Dinner at a local taverna.
10:00 PM onwards – Optional Reading Under the Stars
Thursday
Literary Discussions & Author Evenings
8:00 AM – Optional Yoga Session
9:00 AM – Breakfast at Stella
11:00 AM – Authors Talk or group reading
1:00 PM – Lunch
Afternoon – Free time
6:30 PM – Book Signing & Cocktails in Chora
Sunset drinks with authors.
7:30 PM – Authors’ Dinner
10:00 PM onwards – Optional Reading Under the Stars
Friday
9:00 AM – Breakfast
10:30 AM – Lazy Morning Reading
1:00 PM – Lunch
3:00 PM – Trip to Chora
Guided exploration of the old town: marble-paved streets, Venetian architecture, and harbour views. Visit the Portara, the marble doorway of the unfinished Temple of Apollo.
5:30 PM – Shopping Time
Browse bookshops, artisan crafts, and boutiques. Group photo at the illuminated Portara.
8:00 PM – Farewell Dinner at a traditional taverna.
Saturday
Departure Day
8:00 AM onwards – Breakfast available
Morning – Smooth transfers to ferry terminal or airport.
