Description
Two-Week Private Bareboat Adventure from Athens Marina aboard Beneteau Oceanis 40.1
Launch your ultimate Greek sailing odyssey from a modern, well-equipped marina in Athens, one of the Mediterraneanâs most coveted charter hubs. Convenient facilities and streamlined services ensure a relaxed start, while the marinaâs prime location offers direct access to the island-spangled Aegean. Whether this is your first bareboat or your annual return to the Cyclades, Athens is the perfect springboard for a rich journey of culture, cuisine and crystalline bays.
About Our Service in the Cyclades and Saronic
Our private bareboat service places you in command of your holiday. Follow this signature two-week route or customize it to match your interests. Should you prefer extra ease, we can arrange an experienced skipper, hostess or cook. Private airport transfers, provisioning assistance at select bases, early check-in and outboard engines are available to streamline logistics. With flexible planning and responsive local support, you focus on sailing and discovery while we handle the details.
Across 14 days you will weave between iconic and lesser-known islands: Sounio, Kea, Loutra on Kythnos, Syros, Mykonos, Delos, Paros, Ios, Santorini, Folegandros, Kimolos, Sifnos, Serifos, Merichas on Kythnos, then verdant Poros and pistachio-scented Aegina before returning to Athens. Expect a satisfying rhythm of scenic passages, archaeological wonders, cliff-perched villages and evenings anchored in luminous bays.
Day 1 - Embarkation in Athens
Board in the late afternoon, complete your safety walk-through and settle into your cabin. Enjoy a welcome cocktail on deck with skyline views, followed by dinner aboard or at a waterfront taverna. The pace for the next two weeks is set: unhurried, indulgent and impossibly scenic.
Day 2 - Athens â Sounio â Kea (Vourkari) - approx. 40 NM
Coast along Attica to Cape Sounio and admire the Temple of Poseidon poised high above the sea. Continue to Kea and anchor in Vourkariâs calm, yacht-friendly harbor. Explore Ioulidaâs cobblestone lanes and pause for coffee in a shaded square before dinner ashore featuring just-landed seafood.
Day 3 - Kea â Loutra, Kythnos - approx. 20 NM
Slide into Loutra Bay for swims in clear water and a restorative visit to the islandâs thermal springs. Wander Choraâs narrow alleys, note the whitewashed cubic houses and share plates of Greek meze for lunch. Sunset lingers late over the bay as you unwind on deck.
Day 4 - Loutra â Syros â Mykonos - approx. 40 NM
Sail to Syros and call at elegant Ermoupoli, where neoclassical facades frame Miaouli Square. After lunch, continue to Mykonos and anchor in Ornos or the main port. Explore Little Venice and the windmills, then dine beside the lively harbor before returning to your quiet anchorage.
Day 5 - Mykonos â Delos â Paros - approx. 25 NM
Make a cultural stop at Delos, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stroll among ancient sanctuaries and mosaics before an easy passage to Paros. Anchor in Naoussa or Parikia, relax on sandy beaches and wander through charming lanes gilded by late-afternoon light.
Day 6 - Paros â Ios - approx. 25 NM
Set a course to Ios and anchor in Mylopotas or another sheltered bay. Alternate between snorkeling, paddleboarding and sun-lounging. Explore Choraâs stepped lanes and blue-domed chapels before a beachside dinner and a serene night at anchor.
Day 7 - Ios â Sikinos â Thira (Santorini) - approx. 20 NM
Pause for a swim at quiet Sikinos, then continue to Santorini for an unforgettable caldera approach. Go ashore to Fira or Oia for cliffside walks, boutiques and restaurants delivering sunsets that seem to set the horizon ablaze.
Day 8 - Thira â Folegandros - approx. 30 NM
Cruise to dramatic Folegandros and anchor near Karavostasis or a secluded cove. Visit Chora, poised on a cliff and laced with white lanes and bougainvillea. Swim, read and recharge before dinner at a family-run taverna.
Day 9 - Folegandros â Kimolos â Sifnos - approx. 20 NM
Enjoy a quiet morning in Kimolos with a swim off the stern, then sail to Sifnos. Anchor at Platy Gialos or a snug bay. Explore Apollonia and Kastro, meet local artisans and sample island specialties from chickpea stews to creamy cheeses.
Day 10 - Sifnos â Serifos - approx. 20 NM
A short passage delivers you to Serifos, where rugged peaks frame cobalt coves. Anchor in Livadi or a tranquil bay and make time for Choraâs far-reaching vistas. Evening options range from a simple onboard meal to a feast of grilled fish ashore.
Day 11 - Serifos â Merichas, Kythnos - approx. 15 NM
Sail to Merichas and spend the day swimming, paddleboarding and sunbathing. Explore nearby villages for a taste of slow island life. As night falls, enjoy calm waters and a canopy of stars that seems close enough to touch.
Day 12 - Merichas â Poros - approx. 45 NM
Turn toward the Saronic Gulf and verdant Poros. Anchor near Poros Town and stroll past neoclassical facades, waterfront cafes and boutiques. Kayak across the glassy bay in the late afternoon before dinner with harbor views.
Day 13 - Poros â Aegina - approx. 30 NM
Sail to Aegina, famous for pistachios and the elegant Temple of Aphaia. Explore the town, dip into shops on narrow streets and swim at quiet beaches. Enjoy your penultimate sunset at anchor with a final feast of Greek flavors.
Day 14 - Aegina â Athens - approx. 25 NM
Make a leisurely return to Athens with a last swim-and-snorkel stop en route. Arrive in the late afternoon, return the yacht and disembark with two weeks of island memories, from marble towns and ancient sites to secret anchorages and glowing horizons.
About Our Yacht - Beneteau Oceanis 40.1
The Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 strikes an ideal balance of performance, comfort and style. Four cabins, including a versatile double bunk, comfortably host up to ten guests, while wide decks and a spacious cockpit encourage outdoor living. A refined saloon and practical galley keep mealtimes easy at anchor or under way. Light, airy interiors and plentiful storage make life aboard effortless on longer routes. Responsive handling builds confidence for skippers of varied experience, and the seamless flow between interior and exterior spaces keeps the whole crew connected from sunrise sails to starlit dinners.
Book your bareboat charter to unlock the freedom of a tailor-made voyage. Opt for skipper and hostess services if desired, add provisioning and transfers for extra ease, and set your course for the Aegeanâs most storied islands. With exclusivity, flexibility and trusted support, your two-week Greek sailing adventure begins in Athens.
