The exact routes are set a few weeks before the event starts. Once the routes are set, you can view them in the Arrival Info section of your booking. In the meantime, you can view an example route on the relevant destination page and find lots of information regarding highlights and things to do along the route.
During the day, you will be sailing to a new island. You will spend the day sailing, stopping in coral bays, having lunch, and swimming. This is your time, so spend it how you will! If you prefer to head straight to the next island and explore, or join activities on land, your skipper will be able to sail you there and provide further information.
There will be a Yacht Week exclusive party or event each day, including the Tunnel Raft party and even the Circle Raft party* (if you are lucky with the weather!). During your week on the water, you will also find time to explore each island and try the cuisine at the local restaurants.
The distance between ports varies, but you can typically expect to leave the marina early to mid-morning and arrive at the next stop in the afternoon. Of course, it also depends on how long you spend having lunch, relaxing in bays, and swimming.
* Please note that the Circle Raft is weather-dependent, as well as the Regatta and therefore may not be listed on your week's itinerary. Expect those events to be confirmed by your skipper at the beginning of the week