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115 Nautical Miles 7 Days / 6 Nights Easy / Relax

Greece: Athens — Aegina — Poros — Hydra — Spetses

The quintessential Greek island cruise. Sheltered from strong Meltemi winds, featuring car-free Hydra, neoclassical mansions of Spetses, and authentic seaside tavernas.

Featured Yacht for this Itinerary: Penelope (Oceanis 40.1 - 3 cab.)
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Departure: Alimos Marina, Athens

Route Overview & Cruising Conditions

The Saronic Gulf is the most forgiving and culturally rich sailing area in Greece. Starting from Alimos Marina in Athens, you are shielded from harsh summer gusts while enjoying short, pleasant navigation legs between historical islands.

Highlights include mooring along the amphitheater-shaped harbor of Hydra where only donkeys and boats provide transport, tasting world-famous pistachios in Aegina, and sailing through the scenic lemon grove channel of Poros.

Day-by-day Itinerary Guide

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    Day 1: Athens (Alimos Marina)

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    Boarding, yacht briefing, provisioning at local Greek market.

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    Day 2: Perdika, Aegina Island

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    16 NM sail. Quaint fishing village, fresh grilled octopus on the waterfront.

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    Day 3: Poros Town Harbor

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    15 NM passage through the scenic Poros channel with white neoclassical bell tower.

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    Day 4: Hydra Island

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    14 NM beam reach. Stern-to mooring in the world-famous vehicle-free stone amphitheater harbor.

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    Day 5: Spetses Old Harbor

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    17 NM sail. Pine-scented shores, horse carriages, and captain mansions.

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    Day 6: Palaia Epidavros

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    25 NM navigation. Ancient sunken city snorkeling and amphitheater visit.

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    Day 7: Athens (Alimos Return)

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    28 NM return sail across Saronic waters to Athens.

Featured Yacht for this Route
Penelope
€2,250/wk

Penelope

Oceanis 40.1 - 3 cab.
3 cab • 8 berths • 12.9m
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Cruising Essentials

Prevailing Winds
Thermal afternoon breeze 10-18 knots, calm nights
Best Sailing Season
May to October (Peak water temp July & August)
Licensing Required
ICC, RYA Day Skipper or national skipper license + VHF
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