Close to Athens yet distinctly removed from the pace of the city, the Saronic Islands are shaped by sheltered waters, pine-fringed coves and polished harbour towns. Seen by yacht, the region feels easy and quietly rewarding — clear swimming stops, relaxed sailing days and islands where arrival by sea still feels like the natural way in.
9 nights in Greece, combining 2 nights in Athens with a 7-night private crewed yacht charter through the Saronic Islands. Includes return flights, private transfers, a half-day guided tour of Athens with a historian guide, and a 5-cabin yacht charter with professional crew. From €2,999 per person.
For those considering their first yacht charter, the Saronic Islands offer a particularly welcoming introduction to sailing in Greece. The islands sit close together across a sheltered stretch of sea, allowing each day to flow naturally between unhurried passages, swimming stops in clear water and afternoons exploring atmospheric harbour towns.
Sail between Poros, Spetses, Porto Heli, Hydra, Epidaurus and Agistri, balancing refined island harbours with quieter corners of the Argolic Gulf. Days might begin with a swim from the stern, paddleboarding in a quiet bay or casting a line with the yacht’s fishing gear before lunch on deck and an evening ashore in a harbour chosen as much for its atmosphere as its setting. Our Travel Designers know these islands exceptionally well and will guide you towards the hidden coves, family-friendly anchorages and waterfront restaurants that make this part of Greece such an easy place to return to.
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Arrive in Athens and transfer privately to your hotel. Over two nights, discover the city with time to settle in before your sailing journey begins.
During a half-day privately guided walking tour with a historian guide, explore the Acropolis and the ancient heart of the city, where temples, theatres and stone pathways still shape the city around them.
We’ll point you towards the tables worth having — rooftop terraces with Acropolis views, long-established tavernas hidden in Plaka and neighbourhood spots where modern Greek cooking feels rooted rather than formal.
The Saronic Islands are one of the most rewarding sailing regions in Greece for a first charter. Distances are short, the waters are generally calm and the route offers a good mix of elegant harbour towns, family-friendly swimming stops and quieter corners that feel far removed from the capital. We know the region well and can steer you towards the coves, tavernas and sunset moorings that give the journey its character.







Sarah Leckie
Travel Designer
Sarah experiences destinations through their rituals and rhythms — from food traditions and wellness practices to the quiet beauty of everyday routines. With a background in luxury spa management and wellness travel, she brings a considered sense of flow and intention to each itinerary.
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