[Xoxonis]

I would agree with btrayfors that Greece can be a bit of a handful for a novice. Notwithstanding the meltemi, which can be avoided by sailing in the Ionian sea, in the west, which is also spectacularly beautiful, mooring med style into cramped spaces could be tricky to handle.

However, you could join a flotilla or have a skipper for a few days till you get the hang of it.

Prices are more or less standardised depending on season: for July-August expect to pay around 1400 euro per week for a 15-20 year old 28'-33' (perhaps a Greek Dromor sailing boat, which sails well albeit rather slowly into the wind, but is and feels safe) or about 2000 fro a 2-5 year old Jeanneau, Benneteau, Bavaria, Elan, Hansen (bit pricier) or similar.

Make sure you examine the boat thoroughly before taking over and check the engine for "strange noises", etc. Normally a good charterer will also start the dinghy outboard for you and raise sails to check, particularly roller reefing that can create problems (I was struggling for hours to get the mainsail out of the mast in 35 knots Meltemi - doable but not nice).

Enjoy your holidays!