Private Sailing – Islands of the Saronic Gulf

Hydra, Spetses, Poros, Porto Heli, Epidavros, Agistri, Moniand Aegina

Duration: 11 Days / 10 nights

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ITINERARY

1st day Thursday: Athens

Arrival in Athens. Our assistant will be waiting you for the transfer from the airport to the Hotel. Take advantage of your assistant local tips and start a stroll through the center of Athens for a first taste of the city.

2nd day Friday: Athens City tour – Optional

The Athens city tour will be passing through the main highlights of the city. We start from Hadrian’s Arch and continue visiting the Panathinaiko Stadium (also known as Kalimarmaro), which was originally built in 329 BC, and where the first Olympics of the modern era were held in 1896. We continue to the main square of the city named “Syntagma ” square (Constitution), where the presidential guard is located. With its typical costumes, the so called” Evzonos ” make the change of guard in front of the Greek parliament and the Tomb of the unknown soldier. After we continue the panoramic tour visiting the Neoclassical buildings of Athens such as the College, the library, and the Academy, and finally we will visit Acropolis and Parthenon, this magnificent monument built in 447 BC during the golden age of Pericles dedicated to Goddess Athena. We will appreciate the Propylaea, temple of Athens Nike, Erechtheum and all its magnificent constructions. After Acropolis we will visit the Acropolis Museum, a building of a modern architecture, hosting the unique antiquities from the Acropolis.

Enjoy the free afternoon to discover the center of Athens around Acropolis, strolling through Monastiraki, Plaka and Thissio, enjoying the pleasant sites of the ancient city.

 

4th day Sunday: Agistri – Epidavros

In the morning we leave Aegina for the island of Agistri, an island with a rich vegetation and beautiful beaches to dive and enjoy. In the afternoon we leave for the town of Epidavros, which is on the Peloponnese coast. The city, in addition to being a picturesque port, is known for having the ancient Epidavros theater, which is famous for having exceptional acoustics that allows almost perfect hearing of the voice without amplification, from the stage to any of the 15,000 seats in which each spectator can be seated.

Overnight: Epidavros port

5th day Monday: Hydra

We sail to Hydra Island, which is one of the most charming islands in Greece, where cars are not allowed. Local transport is done with mules and donkeys. The houses are built on the port area in an amphitheater structure.

Overnight: Hydra

6th day Tuesday: Porto Heli – Spetses

We continue our sailing to the city of Porto Heli, which is on the Peloponnese coast. In addition to its beautiful port which has numerous restaurants and bars, there is also the beach with the traditional clear blue sea. Afterwards we leave to Spetses which is one of the most traditional islands in Greece, known for being a classy island, which is visited by Kings, Queens, and celebrities from Europe. It’s worth a visit on the picturesque streets beyond its old port. Overnight: Spetses

7th day Wednesday: Poros

The island of Poros is separated from the coast of Peloponnese only by a narrow channel from which we will pass to reach the marina. It is an island with pine vegetation and has many beautiful beaches, in addition to having the possibility to stroll through its beautiful and interesting center. Overnight: Poros

8th day Thursday: Moni– Perdika(Aegina)

In the morning we sail to the small and paradisiacal island of Moni. The island has stunning beaches where you can relax and enjoy the look of unspoiled beaches in terms of nature. In the afternoon we will spend the night in the picturesque port of the island of Aegina called Perdika, where there are several traditional restaurants and bars. Overnight: Perdika

9th day Friday: Aegina – Athens

In the morning we will enjoy the beaches on the eastern part of the island of Aegina with stops for sea bathing and lunch. In the afternoon we return to Athens at the Alimos marina.

Overnight: Alimos Marina

10th day Saturday: Athens

In the morning check out from the yacht and transfer to the hotel. Arrival at the hotel and check in. Enjoy your last night in Athens and experience the spectacular Greek cuisine that is the basis of the Mediterranean diet and follow with a typical Greek drink “ouzo” or a good Greek wine and discover the real nightlife that Athens offers.

11th day: Return

At a designated time, transfer from your hotel to the airport.

Package Includes:

  • 3 nights in Athens at your chosen Hotel category
  • 7 nights on the Sailing Yacht
  • Daily breakfast
  • Arrival, departure, and intermediate private transfers
  • Orientation meeting with representative on arrival in Athens for a local guidance and assistance in the
  • Yacht charter of 3, 4 or 5 cabins, according to selected rate
  • Meeting with representative on yacht
  • Check in for a local guidance.
  • Local VAT
  • Autopilot, GPS
  • Bed sheets, linen / towels (1 set per week per cabin)
  • Yacht Insurance (deductible amount equal to guarantee deposit)

Excluded and optional:

  • Captain (Skipper) of the sailboat, Hostess and Cook (Skipper mandatory if no one has a Skipper license).
  • Provisions as food, drinks, beverages,
  • Athens City Tour, Private or in Group
  • Baggage assistance
  • Tips
  • Everything that is not specifically stated on the itinerary and inclusions

 

Excluded from rate and mandatory, to be paid on the spot by client:

  • Yacht fuel paid after the end of cruise on
  • the spot, depending on itinerary made.
  • Yacht Charter Guarantee deposit upon arrival for any damage on board. Refundable after the end upon no damages on the boat.
  • Cleaning service after checking out from yacht, paid on the spot
  • Marina fees depending on the places visited.
  • Hotel taxes

Important notes:

 

  • The itinerary described while in the yacht is subject to the weather conditions and it can
  • be altered accordingly.
  • Travel Insurance is highly recommended for medical and travel cancelations
  • A list of ideal clothing for sailing is available at your request Yacht types: The yachts may be similar to the ones mentioned.
  • It is recommended that persons taking part on the yacht cruise to be acquainted with each other or be at similar age.
  • Each cabin can host 2 persons. For the bunk bed cabins, its recommended use for children
  • The types used are Bavaria – Jeanneau -Beneteau – Ocean Star.

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