Voyage and Practice on a Large Sailboat: Rosas-Marseille-Nice …

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CROSSING AND OFFSHORE AND COASTAL NAVIGATION PRACTICES ON A LARGE SAILING SHIP: ROSES-MARSEILLE-NICE FROM VALENCIA +500 NM

Would you like to gain experience and improve your sailing technique? Do you want to increase your confidence and skill as a skipper or captain? Are you preparing to become a professional? Do you need to prove days and miles of sailing? Or do you simply fancy living a great adventure?

We offer you a program where you will learn to sail with greater safety and efficiency on a journey of more than 500nm, assuming the role of skipper and crew member in different situations and real wind and sea conditions. Whether you are already a skipper, captain or PPER or would like to become one, or you simply want to enjoy the sea and our coasts, this journey is for you. Come aboard the sailboat! A modern Dufourt 525 Grand Large. A large ocean-going sailboat, ideal for learning and enjoying with great safety and comfort.

We will sail along the Valencian Coast, the Orange Blossom Coast and the Costa Dorada with its spectacular Ebro Delta, then heading towards the Costa Brava, to anchor in the crystal-clear waters of the Medes Islands and finally call at the Bay of Roses, considered one of the most beautiful in the world. Here we will have a day of rest anchored in some of its beautiful coves or perhaps mooring to spend the night in one of its charming ports.

Depending on the weather, we will then enjoy this area or head straight into the legendary Gulf of Lion, sailing towards the port of the ancient and vibrant city of Sète, which we will enjoy for a little over a day. From there we will set sail towards the Camargue, one of the most beautiful areas of Provence, finally landing in the old port of Marseille, guarded by the ancient fort of Saint-Jean, where we will enjoy this impressive city for a day and a half.

Finally, we will sail through the surroundings of Les Calanques, narrow wild coves between impressive cliffs and along the wooded coasts of Provence to the Hyères Islands National Park, where we will spend the night under the stars before reaching our destination, Nice. Perhaps on your own you can stay a few more days to enjoy this beautiful city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

WORKSHOPS AND PRACTICES

It includes different workshops and practices for those who set learning objectives:

• Government and safety on the sailboat (The boat, the skipper and his crew, the steering position, instrumentation, RIPA, POB, EPIRB, abandonment, logbook, positioning on the chart, control and tasks on board…)
• Night navigation (guards, lights, AIS, Radar…)
• Sailing (sails, controls, manoeuvres, headings, trimming with crew and solo…)
• Offshore navigation (planning, meteorology, route, management…)
• Coastal navigation (planning, meteorology, route, dangers, marks and beaconing, delays, alignments, oppositions, markings, anchoring, moorings in port and buoy)
• Basic ropework and much more.

BOARDING AND DISEMBARKATION

• Boarding: At 17:00h. at the Royal Marina of Valencia
• Disembarkation: At 17:00h. in the port of Nice
(Train or taxi to the airport 8km away, if you return to Valencia by plane. You can also return by train, bus or car).

DETAILS TO TAKE INTO ACCOUNT

We recommend a minimum of sailing experience to participate in this trip. The proposed program may vary partially or significantly depending on the weather or at the request of the group. Consider that there may be some change or delay due to this or any other unforeseen circumstance. Keep this in mind when planning, train, flights, hotel, etc. if necessary and if necessary we advise you to make your reservations with the option of cancellation, or alternatively take out insurance that covers this possibility, they are usually affordable and well adapted to this type of activity.

OTHER PROGRAMS

If the dates don't work for you or the group is full, you may want to take a look at the following programs we have posted on Sailwiz:

CROSSING AND NAVIGATION PRACTICES | ALL YEAR ROUND

• 1 Island | Columbretes from Valencia +110 nm
• 1 Island | Menorca from Valencia +400 nm
• 1 Island | Mallorca from Valencia +280 nm
• 2 Islands | Columbretes-Ibiza from Valencia +200 nm
• 3 Islands | Ibiza-Formentera-Columbretes from Valencia +250MN
• 5 Islands | Ibiza-Formentera-Cabrera-Mallorca-Columbretes from Valencia +400 mn

CROSSINGS AND NAVIGATION PRACTICES | JUNE ONLY

• Corsica-Sardinia from Nice +425 nm
• Menorca-Mallorca-Valencia from Menorca +275 mn

CRUISES | IN JULY, AUGUST AND SEPTEMBER

• Ibiza and Formentera from Valencia +240 mn

Plan

1st SAILING: VALENCIA-VALENCIA COAST (20 MN)

Welcome and boarding. The boat is already stowed and ready to sail, so after settling in, we will get to know the sailboat and have a first WORKSHOP ON GOVERNMENT, SAFETY AND NAVIGATION, going into depth on aspects related to government and safety, both during daytime and nighttime navigation.

Once these objectives have been met, we will have a second WORKSHOP ON HIGH-SEA NAVIGATION, where we will analyse the weather, plan the route and organise the watches and tasks on board. And finally, we will familiarise ourselves in a practical way with the manoeuvring of the boat, under sail and motor. And now well prepared, at around 8:00 p.m. we will begin our night journey.

2ND SAILING: VALENCIA COAST-AZAHAR COAST-EBRO DELTA-GOLDEN COAST (85 NM)

During this voyage we will have a SAILING WORKSHOP to get the most out of the sailboat. Our course will be towards the Ebro Delta (35º) along the Valencia Coast, dawning on the Costa del Azahar. Depending on the weather, we will enter the Alfaques Bay, a natural area of great beauty on the Costa Dorada, where we can cool off and observe aquatic birds such as flamingos. In the mid-afternoon we will head towards the Costa Brava (56º).

3rd SAILING: COSTA DORADA-COSTA BRAVA (100 MN)

We will sail along the coast during the night, and early in the morning we will have a new COASTAL NAVIGATION WORKSHOP, where we will be able to position ourselves in a practical way on the chart using the bearing compass, which we will apply systematically until our final port of arrival. In the mid-afternoon we will leave Barcelona on the port side and continue our course towards the North.

4TH SOURCE: COSTA BRAVA-MEDAS ISLANDS-ROSAS BAY (50 NM)

New night navigation, this time using the lighthouses, to arrive early at the Medes Islands, one of the most important marine reserves in the Mediterranean. We will not miss the opportunity to cool off in its crystal-clear waters. And from here we will head towards the Bay of Roses, considered one of the most beautiful in the world, where we will stop at midday, to spend the afternoon and spend the night anchored in one of its coves or perhaps moored in one of its ports.

Here we will specify the best strategy to cross the mythical Gulf of Lion (a real experience for sailors). Either advance the jump to Marseille to enjoy an extra day in the Hyères Islands. Or wait, if the weather is not favourable, enjoying the areas of interest and countless coves near this area: Medes Islands, Empuriabrava, Cadaqués, Port Vendrés…, to jump directly to Marseille as soon as possible. Or reach Marseille through the city of Séte, north of the Gulf of Lion, as we indicate below.

5TH SOURCE: BAY OF ROSAS-GULF OF LEÓN-SÈTE-COSTA AZUR (80 NM)

We will enter the Gulf of Lion, pointing our bow towards the beautiful city of Séte (13th), with its blue sea at the foot of French Provence. In the early afternoon we will moor in its beautiful old port. And as the sun sets we will enjoy the good atmosphere of this ancient and vibrant city, and perhaps a good dinner in one of its charming restaurants.

6th SAILING: SÈTE (FREE DAY)

Today we will have a well-deserved day of rest to get to know the beautiful city of Séte. We will be able to walk along its canals and bridges, and admire its typical colorful buildings. A free day for everyone to enjoy as they wish. Rest, walk, taste its delicacies straight from the sea... any individual or group plan will be more than successful.

7TH SPANISH: SÈTE-MARSEILLE (75 NM)

Early in the morning we will set sail for Marseille (95º). We will sail along the Camargue, one of the most beautiful areas of Provence. Leaving Saintes Maries de la Mer to port and entering the Bouches-du-Rhône, we will arrive at dusk at the Vieux Port, the beautiful fortified port of Marseille, in the very centre of the city, where we will be able to experience its lively nightlife.

8th SAILING: MARSEILLE (FREE DAY)

Today we will get to know this cosmopolitan and vibrant city from its nerve centre where our sailboat will be moored. From here we have many places of interest nearby. We will be able to wander around the streets, visit the fish market and, why not, taste an authentic and delicious bouillabaisse.

9th VOYAGE: MARSEILLE-Côte d'Azur-HYÈRES ISLANDS (55 NM)

We will have an early breakfast to enjoy the morning atmosphere of the old port. We will continue our route, already in the heart of the Côte d'Azur (112º), looking for the Les Calanques national park, to arrive at the Hyères Islands, a paradise where we will anchor to enjoy its impressive turquoise waters and a beautiful night under the stars. We will take advantage of the navigation to learn at least 5 basic knots in a new “ROPE WORKSHOP”.

10th SAILING: HYÈRES ISLANDS- Côte d'Azur-NICE (55 NM)

We will weigh anchor at dawn to begin our last voyage to the Northeast (45º). Leaving the Gulfs of Saint-Tropez and Cannes to port, we will sail along the most famous French Riviera on the Côte d'Azur to our port of call, in the heart of the city of Nice. Towards mid-afternoon we will moor, ending the program after more than 500 nm of navigation and saying goodbye to what will surely have been a great shared experience.

DETAILS TO TAKE INTO ACCOUNT

We recommend a minimum of sailing experience to participate in this trip. The proposed program may vary partially or significantly depending on the weather or at the request of the group. Consider that there may be some change or delay due to this or any other unforeseen circumstance. Keep this in mind when planning, train, flights, hotel, etc. if you need it and if necessary we advise you to make your reservations with the option of cancellation, or alternatively take out insurance that covers this possibility, they are usually affordable and well adapted to this type of activities.

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Other information

All crew members are welcome, even if they do not know the language spoken on board (spanish)

THE PRICE INCLUDES:

• Sailboat rental with auxiliary boat, professional skipper, insurance, purchase and stowage service (with the Complete Pack) and VAT.

*All activities, workshops and practices scheduled have no additional cost. At the end, a certificate of passage will be issued justifying the route and the miles sailed (professional qualifications, rentals, boarding...).

NOT INCLUDED (extras):

• COMPLETE PACK (Mandatory): Food and drinks, bed linen, towels and final cleaning. 260 Eur/pax

• FUEL (Mandatory): A provision of approximately 75 Eur/pax will be made. Sailing will be prioritized. In any case, the amount will be adjusted to the amount actually consumed.

• MOORINGS IN PORTS OR BUOYS (Mandatory): If for boarding or safety reasons it is necessary or chosen as an option, it will be shared among the group. A provision of 50 Eur/pax will be made for the scheduled moorings (Sète, Marseille and Nice). In any case, this provision will be adjusted to the amount that is finally obtained.

• SUITE PACK (Optional): Reserve the spacious bow cabin with a full bathroom. 155 Eur/pax

• SINGLE PACK (Optional): Reserve a superior aft cabin exclusively for you. 455 Eur/pax

• LAST MINUTE PACK (Optional). When there are no more cabins left, you can still come on board and spend the night on the comfortable sofa in the lounge. -195 Eur

• Any other request or need not specified in the price or that needs to be budgeted separately.

CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS

• Cost of early cancellation by the client:

-Before 60 days from the date of embarkation, 10% of the reservation.
-Between 59 and 30 days prior to the boarding date, 50% of the reservation.
-Less than 30 days before the boarding date, 100% of the reservation.

• If cancelled early by the owner/skipper:

-Due to force majeure, crew indisposition, safety of the sailboat or any other circumstance, a new date would be agreed or, if applicable, the client would be reimbursed 100% of the amount paid.

-If the minimum group size is not 5 confirmed people (in the case of rental by seats), a new date will be agreed or, if applicable, the client will be reimbursed 100% of the amount paid.

-Due to adverse weather conditions, a new date would be agreed or, if applicable, the client would be reimbursed 100% of the amount paid in the form of a credit valid for 1 year, which can be enjoyed by the client directly or by whomever they decide and inform.

-Once embarked, a refund in the form of a credit valid for 1 year would only be applicable if the cancellation is due to causes directly attributable to the shipowner or skipper, not including meteorological causes in any case. Said refund would be calculated proportionally to the time or period ultimately not enjoyed, with no additional compensation being payable.

FORMALIZATION OF THE RESERVATION AND BOARDING

• According to platform policy.

• Up to 4 days before the charter, extras can be paid directly to the owner/skipper by bank transfer.

• Before boarding, the group will sign the sailboat rental contract for the indicated time, with a professional skipper included.

• During this time, the group will have access to the sailboat to enjoy sailing following the suggested itinerary or any other that they may alternatively propose together directly to the skipper.

OTHERS

• Complete Package: The menus are healthy, easy to prepare and generally adapted to life on board. Soft drinks, beer and wine are included. You do not have to worry about deciding on the ingredients and preparing the shopping. This service is included. If you require any special diet or have any allergies, you must notify us in writing in advance.

• A cook or sailor is not included (this service has an additional cost), so it is the responsibility of each person to collaborate with the group in preparing meals and other tasks related to the order, cleanliness and safety of the sailboat in order to have the best experience.

• We will make this trip with a minimum group of 5 and a maximum of 7 crew members plus the Captain, to fully enjoy the large spaces and comfort of this large sailboat, and to get the most out of the different workshops and practices. Smaller groups may be confirmed exceptionally.

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Boat details

Powerful, elegant and comfortable Dufour 525 Grand Large. An ocean-going sailboat with superior features and finishes, with a premium specification that includes a generator, hot-cold air conditioning, a watermaker, washing machine, dishwasher, Bosé speakers... as well as a great capacity for autonomy.

The interior is equipped with 3 spacious cabins (suite type forward) with large closets and shelves, two complete toilets (electric and with hot and cold water showers), as well as a large convertible lounge that adds 2 bunk beds, where you can sleep comfortably. in total 8 people. Additionally, it has an independent crew cabin with a third full bathroom.

Outside, its clean and spacious lines are complemented by a magnificent teak deck, with 2 sundecks, one forward and one aft, each for 4 people. In short, it is a large full-equipment sailboat, Dufourt's flagship, with which you will enjoy the pleasure of sailing in paradisiacal settings with high safety and comfort with your family or friends.

General characteristics

- Measurements: overall length 15.32m, beam 4.90m and draft: 2.3m
- Ballast: 4.85 tons
- Displacement: 16.2 tons
- Fuel tanks: 500 liters (2x250l)
- Water tanks: 3x185 (555 l)
- Engine: Volvo Penta D3-110 kW
- Main propeller: 3 folding blades
- Bow thruster: Maxpower retractable
- Alternator: 114AH
- Generator: Fisher Panda 8000 6.8KW
- Chargers: Cristec, Fast Inverter: Power 1200W
- Air conditioning and heating: Dometic Cruiseair with outlets in the living room and 3 cabins
- Water treatment plant: Desalination plant D60BY 60 L/h*
- Water heater: Quick Inox Platform
-Electric bathing platform with aft shower
-Dispatched in sixth list: zone 2 (up to 12 people on board)

Rig

- Sparcraft mast and boom
- Sparcraft Ocean retractable bowsprit with tack line to cockpit
- North Sails cruising laminated mainsail
- Furling cruiser genoa North Sails
- Elvstrom 2010 furling gennaker
- I'm flying
- Elvstrom bad weather jib
- Elvstrom Storm Jib
- Battened mainsail Elvstrom dacron
- Furlex Seldon 404s genoa furler

winches

- 2 main German Harken 53 ST winches
- 2x Harken 60.2 ST electric genoa winches 2x spinnaker
- 1 Harken 48 ST electric starboard halyard winch
- 1 Harken 48 ST port halyard winch

navigation equipment

- VHF ICOM Marine IC-M505 with remote control in cockpit and BoseMC-Murdo ICS speaker
- Navtex Computer Nav6 and Monitor 15
- TinyBytetransceiver AIS wireless keyboard logitech2
- Raymarine ST602 tridata. Raymarine ST6002 Autopilot and Raymarine E80 Plotter
- Raymarine radar and tablet with Navionics

Accommodation

It is a sailboat designed to offer a great navigation experience, comfort and enjoyment for 6 to 8 people overnight and up to 12 people including the crew during daytime navigation.

The interior, with high-quality furniture, in Moabi and Wenge wood, is equipped with 3 spacious cabins (suite type forward) with ample closets and shelves, two complete toilets (electric and with hot water showers), as well as a large convertible saloon that adds 2 berths (for crew or passengers), where a total of 8 people can sleep comfortably. Additionally, it has an independent crew cabin with a third complete bathroom, which is usually used as a sail locker.

The kitchen, distributed in 3 large spaces, has a Corian® work surface with a raised anti-heeling edge in wood. It has a double sink with a synthetic resin lid. 3-burner gas cooker with oven/grill type "Bretagne Evolution" in cardan with stainless steel handrail and safety fixing anchor. A fridge with front cover 130L. A second 175L fridge with freezer, plus a 100L freezer. The service is completed by an Electrolux Arthur Martin MD30 dishwasher, a 1200W ENO microwave, a Tefal toaster, a bottle rack and complete Dufourt crockery for 10 people.

Daily rest is guaranteed with Calipso comfort mattresses with wooden slatted base, fans, as well as a large space in cabinets and shelves, LED reading lights, openable deck hatches, ventilation, black-out blinds and mosquito nets in each cabin.

All this is complemented by 12v-220V plugs. BOSE-Lifestyle DVD 5.1 dolby surround. Sharp Aquos TV and large storage spaces throughout the boat.

*This description may not be exact or may have changed due to subsequent changes. The use of some services such as the dishwasher, TV or air conditioning may be restricted to the port or at certain times at the discretion of the skipper. The owner/skipper is not responsible if any element or accessory described is damaged just before or during the departure.

SERVICES

Rental for cruises and crossings, regattas, hourly rides, Charter day, sunrises, sunsets, ashes at sea, celebrations, etc. Ask us and we will organize a personalized quality service for you.

Specifications

Model: Dufour Yachts - 525 Grand Large
Capacity: 11 spots
Length: 15.32 m
Cabins: 3
Year: 2008
Bathrooms: 3

Features

GPS
Radar
Life jackets
VHF
Sounding line
Electric windlass
Autopilot
Wind equipment
EPIRB
Generator
Tender
Bow thruster
Shower
Bimini
Fishing rods
HI-FI equipment
TV
Equipo de snorkel

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José Raúl

April of 2025

Ignacio's total command of navigation even in a difficult situation (storm F7nocturno). Very participatory and very good atmosphere on the boat.

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Reply from Ignacio

Thank you Raúl! I was delighted to share this journey with you on board, a great experience for the crew. I highlight your ability to adapt to conditions, your desire to learn and collaborate at all times with the group. Good bow partner

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Wences

April of 2025

Sailing on this great sailboat with an experienced skipper like Ignacio and five unknown people has been one of the best experiences I have ever had, Ignacio demonstrated a deep knowledge of sailing and determination to transmit it, it generated not only a great atmosphere, also laughter, stories and desire to return to the sea!!

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Reply from Ignacio

Thank you Wences. It has been a pleasure to share this journey with you. I must highlight your willingness to help with tasks, guards, trimming and maneuvering, the desire to learn and the way in which you have contributed to the good environment of the group. Good bow partner;)

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Julio

April of 2025

A beautiful experience. A good skipper, I have the feeling that there was a very good connection between skipper and crew.
Good coordination between theoretical and practical teaching.

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Reply from Ignacio

Thank you Julio. It has been a pleasure to share this journey with you. I must highlight your ability to adapt and spirit of improvement, as well as your eagerness to learn, participating in a practical way in all onboard activities, in addition to your good spirit and contribution to the group. Good winds buddy;)

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Travesía y Prácticas de Navegación en Gran Velero: 3 Islas desde Valencia +250MN

Luis

February of 2025

Impeccable boat and exceptional skipper. Always supporting and teaching. Also, a great person. I will repeat without hesitation.

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Reply from Ignacio

Thank you very much Luis! It has been a pleasure to share this journey with you. You certainly have the makings of a captain; you collaborate, learn and encourage the group. But beyond that, your excellent human quality does not go unnoticed. I hope we sail again soon. Good bow mate ;)

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Travesía y Prácticas de Navegación en Gran Velero: Valencia-Columbretes +110 MN

Lars

November of 2024

Ignacio was an excellent host and communicated clearly and quickly before, during and after the trip. He allowed us to enjoy sailing in the Mediterranean in comfort. Although we did not snorkel or visit the island, I highly recommend taking advantage of these options. Thanks, Ignacio!

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Reply from Ignacio

Thank you very much Lars! It has been a pleasure to sail with you. At all times you have shown a very good attitude, camaraderie and collaboration, enjoying the experience despite the fact that due to the weather we could not snorkel or disembark. Good winds;)

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Cristina

November of 2024

The experience has been fantastic. Nacho is a master of sailing and explains everything perfectly. You learn a lot from him. He is also very nice and takes great care of the crew. And the boat is an absolute marvel, big, beautiful and very well maintained. A complete luxury.

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Reply from Ignacio

Thank you very much Cristina. It has been a pleasure to share this journey with you. You have participated and collaborated in the steering and maneuvers of the sailboat as well as in the rest of the tasks inherent to navigation, contributing your friendliness and good conversation at all times to the group. Good luck, and see you on the next voyages.

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