Description
Athens is more than a famous capital - it’s one of Greece’s most practical and exciting gateways to the sea. From Athens Marina, the Saronic Gulf opens like a sheltered playground of island harbors, calm anchorages, crystal bays, and postcard towns that feel close enough to be effortless yet different enough to feel like you’ve truly “left” the mainland behind. This weekly skippered and crewed charter aboard the Sunseeker 75 is built for guests who want an unhurried island-hopping holiday with genuine comfort and professional support at every stage. You are not here to manage lines, check weather apps, or stress about navigation - your experienced skipper and crew handle safety, routing, and daily operations so you can focus on swimming, exploring, dining, and enjoying the luxury of time.
By combining the Sunseeker 75’s performance with short, comfortable cruising legs, this itinerary delivers the best of the Saronic lifestyle: vibrant harbors, relaxing afternoons at anchor, and evenings where the hardest decision is whether to dine onboard under the lights or step ashore for a waterfront taverna. The week is structured to feel smooth and premium - with an organized check-in, a clear charter briefing, flexible day planning based on conditions, and continuous operational support. The result is exactly what a private charter should be: easy, elegant, and deeply memorable.
About Our Service in Athens and the Saronic Gulf
Your experience begins on Saturday afternoon at Athens Marina, with embarkation and a personalized welcome led by your skipper and crew. Before departure, you’ll receive a thorough orientation and safety briefing, along with a practical walkthrough of the yacht’s spaces and onboard routines. This is also the moment to align on preferences - whether you want early swims, longer lunches at anchor, more time for village strolling, or sunset viewpoints. The crew then prepares for departure at 17:00, ensuring the transition from marina to open water is seamless.
Day 1 – Saturday | Athens Marina → Aegina
The first cruise is intentionally gentle - a comfortable 1.5-2 hour run that sets the tone for the week. As Athens slips behind, you’ll begin to feel the pace change. Arrival in Aegina is a classic first-night choice: a friendly harbor atmosphere, a lively waterfront, and an easy introduction to Greek island dining. Many guests choose a relaxed stroll through the town after dinner, while others prefer settling into the yacht’s lounge areas and enjoying the first evening in complete privacy.
Day 2 – Sunday | Aegina → Poros
After breakfast, your skipper plans the day’s routing with sea conditions in mind, selecting a scenic approach and a protected swim stop en route. The cruise to Poros typically takes around three hours, but the day never feels like “travel” - it feels like drifting through coastal beauty with time to pause whenever the water looks irresistible. A swim stop in a secluded bay gives you space for floating, snorkeling, and simply enjoying the Sunseeker’s easy sea access. Poros greets you with green hills, charming cafés, and a harbor promenade that comes alive in the evening. Sunset drinks onboard are a favorite here, followed by dinner ashore or an intimate meal on deck.
Day 3 – Monday | Poros → Hydra
The passage to Hydra is a comfortable 3-4 hour cruise, often timed to arrive when the harbor is at its most photogenic. Hydra is famous for its car-free charm: donkeys and footpaths replace vehicles, and stone mansions climb the hills above the harbor. Guests love Hydra for its refined atmosphere - art galleries, boutique shopping, coastal walks, and waterfront dining that feels effortlessly stylish. Your crew can suggest the best spots for a sunset table or a quiet corner to enjoy the island’s more peaceful side. Overnight in Hydra harbor allows you to experience the island after day visitors leave - when the waterfront becomes calmer, and the evening feels distinctly local.
Day 4 – Tuesday | Hydra → Spetses
Tuesday’s cruise to Spetses is shorter (around 2.5-3 hours), leaving plenty of room for a morning swim in crystal coves before docking near the old harbor. Spetses offers a wonderful mix of elegance and ease: you can cycle along the waterfront, explore beaches, visit classic mansion-lined streets, or simply linger at cafés with sea views. The crew supports everything smoothly - from harbor approaches and mooring to timing swim stops so you enjoy the best water clarity and comfort.
Day 5 – Wednesday | Spetses → Ermioni
Midweek, the itinerary shifts slightly toward the Peloponnese coast for a change of scenery. Ermioni is a picturesque town with a relaxed, authentic Greek rhythm. The cruise typically takes around three hours, and you’ll often enjoy a quiet bay stop along the way to keep the day feeling indulgent rather than transit-focused. Ermioni is ideal for guests who appreciate calm evenings, traditional tavernas, and the sense of discovering a place that feels less “curated” and more genuinely Greek. It’s the perfect counterbalance to the glamour of Hydra and Spetses.
Day 6 – Thursday | Ermioni → Agistri
Thursday returns you toward island scenery with a longer cruise (around four hours) to Agistri, beloved for turquoise waters and pine forests that sweep down toward the sea. This is a day for water time: swimming, snorkeling, and simply relaxing at anchor where the scenery feels untouched and restorative. Your crew assists with everything - setting a comfortable anchorage, preparing the swim platform, and sharing recommendations for beaches or viewpoints. Agistri’s calm, clear bays are ideal for guests who want a truly “holiday” day without a packed schedule.
Day 7 – Friday | Agistri → Athens Marina
Friday is a gentle return to Athens (typically 2-3 hours), but the day is treated like a finale, not an ending. A final swim stop is often planned before arrival, giving you one last chance to enjoy the sea and the yacht’s outdoor spaces. Back at the marina, guests often choose a farewell dinner onboard under the underwater lights’ glow or step ashore for a final Greek meal with the city nearby.
Day 8 – Saturday | Disembarkation
After breakfast, disembarkation takes place at 09:00. The crew supports a smooth departure process so you leave refreshed rather than rushed.
About Our Yacht – Sunseeker 75
The Sunseeker 75 is a 23.13-meter luxury motor yacht built by the renowned British shipyard Sunseeker International and extensively refitted in 2024, giving her a refined, contemporary feel that matches modern guest expectations. With accommodation for up to 8 guests in 4 cabins - including a Master suite, a VIP suite, and two twin cabins convertible into doubles - she is perfectly configured for families, couples, or a group of friends who want both social space and privacy. Each cabin includes private en-suite facilities, while the Master and VIP suites provide added comfort with walk-in wardrobes, making extended cruising feel effortless.
Performance is a major advantage on this itinerary. With twin 1,550 HP engines, she cruises at approximately 23 knots and can reach up to 32 knots, allowing you to maximize time in the destinations rather than spending the day underway. This means your skipper can optimize the route based on weather and guest preferences with genuine flexibility - choosing the best bay for a swim, arriving early to secure a great berth, or adjusting to keep every day comfortable and enjoyable.
Outdoor living is where the Sunseeker 75 shines. You have multiple alfresco lounging and dining areas for mornings, afternoons, and long Mediterranean evenings. The spacious aft deck flows naturally to the water, with steps leading to a submersible bathing platform that turns every swim stop into a private beach club moment. The yacht also features optional full shading on the upper deck, a crucial detail in the Greek summer, allowing guests to enjoy panoramic views without sacrificing comfort. Add the yacht’s underwater lights, and the atmosphere at anchor becomes unforgettable - ideal for relaxed evenings, music, conversation, and that distinctly luxurious feeling of being “away from everything,” yet perfectly taken care of.
Closing Message
What makes this charter stand out in the Athens region is its combination of professional operation, smart routing, and a yacht that is genuinely designed for premium island-hopping. The Saronic Gulf is one of Greece’s most rewarding cruising grounds because it offers calm waters, short distances, and iconic islands - but the difference between an ordinary trip and an exceptional one is how seamlessly it’s delivered. With our experienced skipper and crew, you don’t just visit Aegina, Poros, Hydra, Spetses, Ermioni, and Agistri - you experience them at their best times of day, with the comfort of a carefully managed itinerary and continuous support. If you want a private Greek island week that feels polished, relaxed, and truly special - with exceptional swim stops, beautiful harbors, and a yacht that elevates every moment - this Sunseeker 75 charter is the clear choice.
