Yacht charter Athens offers the rare luxury of stepping from a world-class city directly onto the Saronic Gulf – where the temple columns of Cape Sounion catch the last amber light of day and car-free Hydra’s stone harbour feels a century removed from the capital’s energy. The Athens Riviera stretches south-east from Piraeus through Vouliagmeni’s thermal lake and the beach clubs of Glyfada, opening into a constellation of Saronic islands – elegant Spetses with its Edwardian mansions, pine-scented Aegina with its pistachio groves, and the quiet bougainvillea-draped anchorages of Poros. The fleet departing Athens includes luxury catamarans from 55 ft, modern motor yachts in the 68–98 ft range, and superyachts above 100 ft, with most charters embarking from the full-service marinas of Piraeus, Flisvos, or Zea. Peak season runs July through August; May–June and September–October deliver milder temperatures, calmer seas, and a more relaxed pace at every anchorage along the Saronic and Argolic gulfs.
Charter rates start from €3,900 per day on a catamaran, from €4,900 per day on a motor yacht, from €8,900 per day on the latest 88–99 ft models, and from €11,900 per day on a superyacht, plus 12% VAT (or 6.5%) and APA. Athens is the natural starting point for any Aegean voyage.
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The fleet above spans luxury catamarans from 55 ft, modern motor yachts in the 68–98 ft range, and superyachts above 100 ft – all departing from Athens’ marinas including Flisvos and Zea. Filter by yacht type, guest capacity, length, and daily rate to find the right vessel for your party. Weekly rates start from approximately €27,300 on a catamaran and from €34,300 on a motor yacht, rising to €83,300 per week on superyachts. Our charter specialists can help you plan a route that balances Saronic Gulf highlights with your available time.
For peak-season departures in July and August, we recommend booking six to nine months ahead, as marinas around Piraeus and Flisvos fill quickly and the best yachts are allocated early. Shoulder-season charters from May through early June or September can usually be confirmed three to four months in advance with a wider choice of vessels and more flexible scheduling.
A group of ten guests is typically well suited to a motor yacht in the 78–98 ft range, which offers four to five ensuite staterooms, generous deck space, and a good selection of water toys for Saronic island stops. For additional space or a sixth cabin, consider a superyacht above 100 ft. Your charter specialist can recommend specific yachts based on your group’s cabin-layout preferences and budget.
Yes, and it’s one of the most popular routing options in Greece. A one-way charter from Athens to Mykonos or Santorini via the western Cyclades takes around seven days, calling at islands like Kea, Kythnos, Serifos, and Sifnos along the way. Our team can arrange one-way positioning, recommend the optimal route for your group, and handle any marina bookings en route.
The Advance Provisioning Allowance is typically set at 25–35% of the base charter fee and covers fuel, provisioning, berthing fees, and all additional onboard expenses. Your captain manages the fund throughout the voyage, keeping a running account, and any unused balance is refunded to you at the end of the charter with a detailed breakdown.
