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Cabin Charter in the Saronic Gulf

Sit back and relax whilst you enjoy a yacht charter in Greece on a luxury crewed catamaran sailing the Saronic Gulf. The Lagoon 620 or Bali 5.4 are the perfect vessels for your Greek sailing adventure, with 6 double guest bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. A maximum of twelve guests are on board, together with an experienced, professional crew to look after you (skipper and hostess). A sailing holiday really is the only way to experience the best of Greece so jump on board, meet other like-minded sailing enthusiasts and enjoy a week of sun, sea and scenery.

Booking by the cabin on our share a sail program means you enjoy the sailing experience at a fraction of the cost of a crewed yacht. The professional crew will take care of the route planning, day-to-day sailing and the preparation of delicious meals. Each day you will be exploring a new area, enjoying plenty of swimming, snorkeling and sunbathing along the way. Island hopping in Greece is the holiday of a lifetime! Each day a new island awaits for you to explore. After a day on the water, take a walk and capture some incredible views, relax with a drink in a local bar or sample some of the delicious traditional Greek dishes in a local taverna.

Full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner) is included on your cabin charter, as well as soft drinks, wine and one cocktail each evening. Meals onboard are usually enjoyed in the spacious cockpit whilst anchored in an idyllic bay and are made with fresh, quality and local ingredients.

Read the full sailing itinerary below to discover the top places you will visit on your crewed cabin charter in Greece. 

Cabin charter in the Saronic Gulf

Overview

  •  Daily flights from London to Athens
  •  Meet like-minded individuals
  •  Explore the stunning islands of the Saronic Gulf
  •  Average summer temperatures of 26-30 degrees
  •  Full-board included
  •  Great for individuals, couples and groups
  •  Available May-Oct. Runs Saturday-Saturday.
  •  Air-conditioned standard double cabins with ensuite bathroom
  •  Click HERE for full information on the Saronic Gulf Cabin Charter

Sailing Itineraries

Map courtesy of Wanderlog, a trip planner on iOS and Android

 DAY 1 (Saturday) : Alimos Marina to Perdika, Aegina

Your Athens cabin charter catamaran is waiting for you from 15:00 hours in Alimos Marina. Alimos is a southern suburb of Athens and is situated 30km from Athens airport. You will be welcomed on board by your crew and settled into the cabins. Departure at 18:00 to Perdika Port. Perdika is an old traditional settlement, built around the port. In the old times its townsfolk were occupied exclusively with fishing. The main characteristic of the settlement of Perdika is the small houses with their connecting gardens. In the pedestrian precinct you will find many tavernas famous for their fresh fish, ouzeri, bars and coffee shops. The pedestrian precinct continues with benches between trees, where anyone can admire the sunset, watching the sun vanishing into the sea. Climb down the special rocky stairs for swimming in clear waters. Swim to the beautiful, rocky beach of Perdika, next to the trees, open your umbrellas and dive to the sea, from the two wooden platforms.

 DAY 2 (Sunday) : Perdika, Aegina to Mandraki/Hydra

Breakfast on board. Afterwards visit by bus or taxi to Aegina town which is a picturesque and traditional town with excellent restaurants, tavernas, clubs, bars, cafeterias and nightlife. Alternatively, visit the Ancient Temple of Aphaia. After lunch we continue to Mandraki bay in Hydra where we will spend the night. By sea taxi you can visit the port of Hydra. Hydra, built in the shape of an amphitheatre on a slope overlooking the Argosaronic gulf, is one of the most romantic destinations in Greece. Traditional stone mansions, narrow cobble stoned streets, secluded squares and above all the banning of cars and the use of around 500 donkeys as means of public transportation, explain the reason why Hydra has preserved its distinctive atmosphere through the passage of time. The island experienced exceptional economic growth in the past thanks to its great naval and commercial activity. The Hydriots contributed significantly also to the 1821 War of Independence as their powerful fleet participated in crucial sea battles. 300 churches and 6 monasteries spread around the island as well as the cannons and the statues of the Independence War heroes still standing at the balconies of the islands create a romantic mosaic.

 DAY 3 (Monday) : Hydra to Spetses

Breakfast on board. Sail to Hydra port and stay for 1-2 hours. After, we continue to Dokos island for lunch. Dokos is one of the most popular yachting destinations in the Saronic Gulf. It is an isolated, almost uninhabited island found between the southern coast of Peloponnese and the islands of Hydra and Spetses. What makes Dokos so popular among sailors is the picturesque Skintos bay which offers clear waters and shelter from all winds. Dokos is ideal for those who love wild landscapes, peace, tranquility and stunning sunset views! The island offers important historical findings which are more than 8.000 years old and the oldest shipwreck in the world. After lunch we sail to Spetses island. Spetses, an island boasting a long naval tradition, is famous for its significant contribution to the 1821 War of Independence. It was here that the revolution flag was raised on 3rd April 1821. The island has managed to retain its individual traditional character thanks to its well-preserved grand captain mansions, still bearing eloquent witness to the island’s glorious past. The picturesque old harbor and Dápia, a tourist and commercial center where the heart of the island’s entertainment beats, are the trademarks of the town of Spetses. Take a romantic trip around the island in horse-drawn carriages and admire the grand mansions adorning the narrow-cobbled streets of the island.

 DAY 4 (Tuesday) : Spetses to Ermioni

After breakfast we sail to Ermione with a stop for swimming and lunch at Aghios Emilianos and in the afternoon we arrive at Ermione. Ermioni is a picturesque village of about 2600 people on the southeast shore of Argolida, with a characteristic island look. It’s next to the piney cape of Bisti, at the further end of the Argolic peninsula, facing the islands of Dokos and Hydra. Its inhabitants are mainly occupied in cultivating olives. Over the last decades the area has become a tourist attraction leading many locals into the tourism business. If you like hiking trails, you should definitely cross the small Katafyki Gorge that links Ermioni with Fournoi - a half an hour walk which will not disappoint! The landscape is of unique beauty, consisting of rocks, caves, rich vegetation and the little church of Saint Nicholas built in 1740 with ruins of medieval walls in its yard. The old historic bridge takes you to the nearby picturesque village of Fournoi via an enchanting landscape of pines and running waters.

 DAY 5 (Wednesday) : Ermioni to Poros

After breakfast we sail to Poros Island with a stop at the bay of Soupia for swimming and lunch. As you enter the harbour of Poros you’ll get a fine view of the town which is built up the hillsides. The Archaeological Museum’s exhibits date back to the Mycenaean Period (1600 – 1100 BC) up to and including the Roman times. Among the displayed items you will see finds from ancient shipwrecks retrieved from the Gulf area. Take a trip to the ruins of the Temple of Poseidon on the north part of Poros. Follow a route through the narrow streets of the town that will lead you up to a hill, where the trademark of the island stands: the historic Clock Tower, where you can relax and enjoy a panoramic view of the whole town.

 DAY 6 (Thursday) : Poros to Palaia Epidaurus

We sail to Love Bay on Poros before having breakfast on board. We continue our sail to Epidaurus with a stop at Aghios Georgios for lunch. Ancient Epidaurus (or Palaia meaning 'old' Epidaurus as it is otherwise called) is a small but charming port of the Saronic Gulf with a rich history that is lost in the depths of the centuries and generously provides the visitor with sea, natural beauty and archeological sites. Built on the same spot where the ancient city was located, it stretches to the innards of a narrow bay. The view is dazzling from the pine-covered mountain Akros. The locals call the small peninsula "Island", and not unjustly. There, visitors will meet the small Ancient Theater, deep blue beaches for diving and good tourist infrastructure.

 DAY 7 (Friday) : Palaia Epidaurus to Alimos Marina

Breakfast on board. Visit to the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus. Sail to Alimos with a stop at Anghistri island for lunch and swimming. Athens by night.

 DAY 8 (Saturday) : Alimos Marina

Disembarkation at 09:00.

All routes are subject to change and dependent on weather conditions.

Accommodation

Bali 5.4 Athens Cabin Charter

Bali 5.4

Typically the Bali 5.4 sleeps 12 guests with a layout of six bedrooms with side-access beds and plenty of storage space. Each cabin has its own private bathroom with a shower, wash basin and toilet. The cabins are in the catamaran’s huge hulls and are cleverly designed so they fill the cabins with natural light.

The Bali 5.4 has been designed for socializing with plenty of space to gather together and chat, dine or enjoy a cocktail. You can be together without feeling crowded but there are plenty of nooks to get away from everyone too!

Inside you will find a light and spacious kitchen and dining area where you can relax and take a break from the midday sun or enjoy the air-conditioning.

Get a fantastic view up on the flybridge where you can relax. The guest lounge area is so roomy and doesn’t encroach on the crew. Sun lovers can head to the sun deck at the front of the catamaran - the trampolines are far comfier than sun loungers!

Making the most of a wonderful swimming or snorkelling spot is easy – you can jump right in using the laddered platform at the rear. Afterward, you can shower off the salt with the shower on deck.

Cabin charters in Athens will either be on a Bali 5.4 catamaran or Lagoon 620 catamaran.

 

2025 Prices

  • May - from £1240 per person
  • June - from £1550 per person
  • July - from £1940 per person
  • August - from £2225 per person
  • September - from £1540 per person
  • October - from £1095 per person

Prices based on 2 people sharing a double cabin
No single occupancy rates available

Prices include -

  • Accommodation in air conditioned standard double with private bathroom
  • Full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
  • 1 cocktail every evening per guest
  • Drinks during meals (1/2 litre wine/guest/day), fruit juice, sodas
  • Service of the 2 crew members (captain, steward/cook)
  • 2 sets of linen, towels and beach towels per person/week
  • Consumables for the yacht (diesel, fuel and water)
  • Insurance for the yacht and the passengers
  • Water sports onboard : snorkelling equipment, sea kayak

Prices do not include -

  • Airfares
  • Transfers
  • Extra beverages, soft and alcoholic drinks that are not included in the full board.
  • Destination fee: £250/person
  • Excursions package (optional)
  • Alcoholic beverages not mentioned above
  • Personal travel insurance
  • £165 supplement for superior cabin
  • £115 supplement for special diets (vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten-free, diabetic). Please advise of any specific dietary requirements at the time of booking.

Crew is in charge of cleaning common parts only.
Passengers are not allowed to bring their own beverages onboard.

Useful Information

The best time to take a sailing holiday in Greece is between April and October, with peak season being June, July, and August.

High Season

The Meltemi winds are strongest in July and August, making a more exhilarating sailing challenge for the more experienced sailors. These months also fall within the UK school summer holidays, the perfect time for a family holiday, with lots of opportunities for the children to make new friends. Why not try one of our family-friendly flotilla holidays? 

For easier sailing aim for the end of the summer when the winds are less intense making for more relaxed sailing conditions.

Shoulder Season

April and October benefit from smaller crowds as well as cheaper flights, great yacht availability and reduced costs.

Spring

April - June are the perfect months for those looking for a quieter yacht charter. The winds are milder, the weather is warm and the islands are in full bloom. With the reduced crowds it allows you to enjoy them to the fullest!

Autumn Sailing in Greece

Choose the autumn months to avoid the tourist crowds, enjoy the calmer winds and take in the natural beauty of the islands at a leisurely pace.

May & September

The weather is warm but not too hot with average temperatures around 25ºC (77ºF) and the crowds are lower than the peak summer season.

Late May & June

The crowds are still relatively low but the temperatures have started to rise (average 28ºC / 85ºF) and the waters begin to get warm enough for swimming.

July to September

This is when the waters are at their warmest and it is also the peak tourist time due to the school summer holidays. This is a great time for a sociable family holiday - why not try one of our family-friendly flotilla holidays?

October

This is the end of the main sailing season and a good opportunity to take advantage of lower prices and lighter crowds. The weather is on average 21 - 23ºC and the waters are still warm enough to enjoy a spot of swimming.

In general, the best sailing conditions are from April to October when you can enjoy warm waters, clear skies and reliable winds. 

Ionian Sea

The Ionian is great for year-round sailing however the best conditions are late spring to early autumn. The Ionian has hot, dry summers with calmer winds but stronger gusts can occur in the afternoons.

The Aegean Sea

The Meltemi winds provide reliable sailing in the summer months perfect for more experienced sailors looking for a more challenging charter.

The Rainy Season

Typically the rainy season is from November to March and sailing conditions are not always ideal.

 

The cost of your yacht charter depends on several factors:

Boat Type

The type and size of the yacht you book will dictate the price. A 1 week charter on a 2 - 3 cabin monohull starts around £900 in low season whereas 1 week on a luxury catamaran with a skipper in high season could be upwards of £10,000. These are the 2 extremes of the scale for a 1 week charter and we offer plenty of choices in between.

Charter duration

1 week is a popular choice amongst our sailors and makes the perfect getaway however, a longer charter will give you more time to explore all the Greek islands have to offer. We have a range of 1 and 2 week flotillas, as well as custom bareboat bookings which can be tailored to your timescale.

Time of Year

Lower-priced yacht charters are available in the off-season of April, May, September and October with prices starting to rise in June before peaking in July and August.

Crew

Don't have any sailing experience? No problem! We offer several skippered and crewed options so you can enjoy the yachting lifestyle without the stress. From a simple skippered yacht to fully crewed options, we can arrange a charter to suit your needs.

Flotilla vs Bareboat

Flotilla yacht charters are more expensive than a bareboat charter, but for the extra cost, you are getting the assistance of a lead boat with an experienced crew who are ready to help if you need assistance on your voyage. The flotilla lead crew also arrange social activities and lead you on a carefully curated itinerary. Flotillas are great if you enjoy the social aspects of sailing and are perfect for families, especially during school holidays. Children enjoy making new friends, while adults can unwind and connect with like-minded sailors.

If you are experienced and prefer to discover the islands at your own pace then a bareboat charter is the perfect choice for a relaxing holiday in The Med.

For bareboat charters and flotilla holidays in Greece, you will need ICC qualification.

The port authorities in Greece are now insisting on one of the following practical certificates:

  • RYA ICC (International Certificate of Competence)
  • RYA Coastal, RYA Yachtmaster
  • ASA IPC (International Proficiency Certificate)
  • IYT (International Yacht Training) Passport

If you hold an RYA Day Skipper or ASA104 it will no longer be accepted and you need to obtain either an ICC or IPC from the corresponding issuing body (RYA or ASA).

If your RYA Coastal/Yachtmaster or ASA105/106 certificate is more than 10 years old and does not have a photo ID, then you need to apply for an ICC or IPC.

If you are a member of the RYA or ASA, you may qualify for a discount or free certificate, otherwise, you will have to pay. The approximate cost is £50. Please use these links - RYA application for the ICC or ASA application for the IPC.

The mooring fees in Greece are very minimal, you will find it is one of the cheaper Mediterranean destinations in terms of mooring costs. On average, a town quay mooring in Greece (based on a 40ft monohull) would be €20/night.

There are fewer "full-service marinas" compared with somewhere like Croatia, but these would usually be between €50-70/night.

There is also the ability to free anchor in a lot of places too, which keeps the cost of your mooring fees down considerably.

Our most popular sailing destination in Greece is the South Ionian due to its easy sailing conditions and endless bays to visit; this collection of islands (Lefkas, Kefalonia, Ithaka, Meganisi, Kalamos & Kastos) is perfect for beginners and families but has a charm that keeps our guests returning year after year.

You can also set sail in the Ionian from well-connected Corfu which has great options for sail-and-stay to combine your holiday with one of the island's highly-rated resorts. When on a yacht charter from Corfu, you can also explore Corfu Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, as well as picture-perfect Paxos.

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