Description
Starting from Alimos Marina, Athens, this weekly bareboat charter is built for sailors who want full independence without giving up comfort, support, or easy access to iconic Greek islands. Alimos is one of Greece’s most practical sailing gateways - minutes from provisioning, chandlers, and transport links - and perfectly positioned for a week in the Saronic Gulf, where distances are enjoyable, anchorages are plentiful, and each day can be shaped around your crew’s energy, wind conditions, and preferred pace. With embarkation at 17:00 on Saturday and return at 09:00 the following Saturday, you have the structure of a proper week-long holiday while keeping the route fully flexible for weather, personal interests, and spontaneous discoveries.
What makes this charter especially enjoyable is the combination of freedom and reassurance. You complete a detailed check-in with our Alimos Marina team, including inventory verification and a systems walkthrough, and you receive a thorough charter briefing that covers navigation, safety procedures, boat handling, and how to run the yacht’s onboard systems confidently. During your week, you are not left alone to “figure it out” - technical assistance is available, navigation charts and pilot books for the region are onboard, and 24/7 emergency support remains available for peace of mind. Optional extras such as a skipper, early check-in, Wi-Fi, SUP/kayak, and outboard can be added to shape the experience around your group’s comfort level and holiday style.
About Our Service in the Saronic Gulf from Alimos Marina
This itinerary is a classic Saronic loop designed to balance short, satisfying passages with rewarding island time, calm bays, and distinctive personalities at every stop. Because you are bareboat, you decide how early you depart, how long you stay in each anchorage, and whether the day’s highlight is a swim in translucent water, a long lunch in a fishing harbor, a sunset hike, or a lively evening walk through old stone streets.
Day 1 - Saturday: Alimos → Poros (28 NM)
Your week begins with embarkation at Alimos, giving you time to settle luggage, organize provisions, and do a calm departure once you feel ready. The sail toward Poros is a rewarding opening leg - long enough to feel the rhythm of the Aegean, yet friendly for easing into your week. Arrive in the late afternoon and choose your style of evening: a relaxed promenade along Poros Town’s waterfront cafés, provisioning top-ups at small local shops, or a gentle climb to the Poros Clock Tower for sweeping sunset views. The harbor lights, the hillside homes, and the calm water create the kind of first-night atmosphere that instantly switches holiday mode on.
Day 2 - Sunday: Poros → Dokos (19 NM)
Leaving Poros in the morning, you head for the quiet beauty of Dokos, an uninhabited island known for tranquil bays and a sense of total separation from busy life. This is where bareboat feels at its best: choosing your anchoring spot by the color of the water, spending the afternoon swimming and snorkeling, drifting with a book, or simply letting the day be slow. As evening falls, Dokos becomes even more special - minimal light pollution, a still anchorage, and a sky filled with stars that feels almost cinematic.
Day 3 - Monday: Dokos → Spetses (13 NM)
A short sail delivers you to Spetses, a stylish island with a strong maritime identity and a refined feel. Arrive around midday and plan your afternoon around swimming and exploration. Many crews love stopping at bays such as Zogeria for a turquoise-water break before heading in. You can also aim for unforgettable spots like Bekiri’s Cave, accessible by boat and perfect for a unique swim. In the evening, Spetses Town offers boutiques, waterfront dining, and a lively-but-elegant atmosphere. It’s a great night to dress up a little, enjoy local flavors, and take in the island’s romantic character.
Day 4 - Tuesday: Spetses → Hydra (17 NM)
Today’s sail brings you to iconic Hydra, beloved for its timeless charm and the fact that there are no cars - only donkeys, walking paths, and sea taxis. Arrive before noon if you want to secure a preferred spot near the harbor area or anchor near quieter bays depending on conditions. The afternoon is made for wandering: stone mansions, art shops, narrow pedestrian lanes, and sea views from almost everywhere. Hydra also suits active crews, with coastal walks and swim stops built naturally into the day. As the sun lowers, the waterfront takes on a magical energy - perfect for a long dinner or a relaxed drink while the harbor glows.
Day 5 - Wednesday: Hydra → Poros (10 NM)
A shorter cruise today allows you to slow down and enjoy the sea itself. On your way back toward Poros, you can pause in a bay you missed earlier or return to a favorite. Stops like Monastiri Beach or Russian Bay can add variety to the day, with clear water and an easy swim from the boat. Back in Poros, enjoy a second evening in town with the advantage of familiarity - you already know where the best gelato is, which waterfront spot suits sunset, and how to make the most of a relaxed island night.
Day 6 - Thursday: Poros → Moni Island (15 NM)
The day leads you toward Moni, a protected nature island opposite Aegina that’s famous for exceptionally clear water and a serene feel enhanced by pine forests. It’s an excellent place for snorkeling, floating, and letting the day be simple. One of Moni’s memorable touches is its free-roaming wildlife - deer and peacocks are often seen, adding a surprising, almost storybook quality to your anchorage. Overnight here is all about quiet nature and restful sleep.
Day 7 - Friday: Moni → Aegina (8 NM) → Alimos (13 NM)
Start the day with a gentle sail to Aegina, where you can choose a final island lunch and a last taste of local life. Many crews stop around Perdika for a seaside meal and an easy swim, enjoying the relaxed charm of fishing-village Greece. Then it’s time to point the bow back toward Athens and return to Alimos Marina in the late afternoon for check-out procedures. Your last evening can be spent onboard enjoying the marina atmosphere, or onshore with a final dinner near the water - a satisfying finish to a full week of island rhythm and sailing freedom.
About Our Yacht - Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 (2020–2022)
The Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 is a modern cruiser designed to make a bareboat week easier, more comfortable, and more enjoyable day after day. At 12.87 m with a generous 4.18 m beam and a 2.00 m draft, the hull design offers strong stability and a confident feel under sail, with excellent deck volume that benefits both performance and onboard living. The cockpit layout encourages outdoor living - the space is practical for sailing operations while still feeling social, with comfortable seating and visibility that suits long passages and relaxed bay-hopping alike.
Accommodation is planned for real holiday comfort, with 4 cabins, 8 berths, and 2 heads that allow couples, families, or groups of friends to enjoy privacy without feeling compressed. The interior is intentionally bright and airy, designed to maximize natural light so the saloon remains welcoming even when you come inside for lunch, chart planning, or an evening unwind. The galley is efficient and practical, with storage that supports a full week of provisioning and a layout that makes cooking straightforward even when the boat is gently moving at anchor.
Handling support is where this model shines for bareboat: features like a bow thruster, autopilot, two steering wheels, a cockpit GPS plotter, and full electronic instruments help you sail with confidence. A full-batten mainsail supports sailing efficiency, while comfort items like solar panels, bimini, sprayhood, and an electric anchor winch reduce workload and improve day-to-day life. With a 45 HP engine, plus approximately 235 L water and 195 L fuel, the yacht is set up for dependable maneuvering, comfortable autonomy, and relaxed island cruising all week long.
For sailors who want a week that feels both adventurous and effortless, this charter delivers the right ingredients: a well-positioned Athens base, a proven Saronic route full of character, and a modern Oceanis that supports smooth sailing, easy anchoring, and comfortable living. Your days remain yours to design - from quiet coves and snorkeling pauses to island-town evenings and long tavernas lunches - with the confidence that professional support is there whenever you need it.
