ROUTE

(Sat): Athens, Alimos marina – Moni (22 nm), departure from the marina ~17:00

(Sun): Moni – Aegina – Poros (21 nm)

(Mon): Poros – Spetses (27 nm)

(Tue): Spetses – Dokos (12 nm)

(Wed): Dokos – Ermioni – Hydra (16 nm)

(Thu): Hydra – Poros – Agistri (32.4 nm)

(Fri): Agistri – Perdika – Athens (27 nm)

(Sat): Athens, Alimos marina

DAY 1. Visiting the peacocks

In the yachting world, the week begins on Saturday. So, on Saturday we arrive at Alimos marina, get to know each other, the captains take charge of the yachts, and the responsible deckhands go off to get provisions. Then comes a little quest of figuring out how to fit everything we’ve brought and bought onto the yacht. But trust us, the yacht only looks small at first glance.. The number of hidden storage compartments and bilge lockers will pleasantly surprise you.
So, a short briefing and off we go!
Our first stop will be the uninhabited island of Moni. Crystal-clear water and a beautiful lagoon await us here.
Well, to be precise, there are residents, but they’re quite amusing ones: colorful peacocks and tame deer, who’ll happily eat any treat you bring them straight from your hand. So don’t forget to bring some gifts!

DAY 2. Getting acquainted with ancient architecture

Sunday. A tasty breakfast on the yacht, one more visit to our peacock friends (they need breakfast too), and then onward.
A short passage and we’ll arrive at the next island on our route, called Aegina.
The island’s main landmark is the Temple of Aphaia, the goddess of fertility. It’s considered to be better preserved than any of the other classical Greek temples. This temple is even older than the Parthenon! Admission for adults is 6 euros, children go free. We definitely have to visit it!

After our dose of culture, we’ll take a walk along the waterfront with its little restaurants and souvenir shops, and then continue on.
Oh, and don’t forget to buy some pistachios – they’re grown on Aegina and considered the best in Greece!
A day wouldn’t be complete without a beautiful sunset, so we’ll head to the island of Poros.
In ancient times Poros was the island of Poseidon, the god of the sea, and the ruins of his temple can still be found in the center of the island.
Let’s hope that as we sail through Poseidon’s waters, we won’t disturb him, and he won’t send a storm and rough seas our way.
We’ll moor literally 100 meters from the waterfront. Through souvenir shops and lovely streets – some of which are actually staircases – we’ll climb up to the clock tower, where a stunning view of the bay opens up from above!!! Get yourselves in a good mood and enjoy. This is one of the most beautiful islands on our route.

Overnight on the island of Poros.

DAY 3. In search of adventure

Monday. An easy day. We wake up, have breakfast, and if you like, you can visit the fish market, buy some fruit, or have some ice cream.
Poros’s waterfront draws in tourists with its fairy-tale white houses, green pine trees, and blue shutters. No one leaves without a few beautiful photos.

Next we have a passage ahead of us to the island of Spetses, and along the way we’ll work on a few tasks. We’ll try our hand at steering the yacht and learn to tie sailing knots – let’s learn them well, since they’ll come in handy a little later! We’ll drop anchor and have lunch on the yacht.

The name “Spetses” translates as “the fragrant island,” since it’s home to many aromatic herbs and plants.
The town itself has plenty of cafés and taverns. One interesting feature of Spetses is its colorful sidewalks and paved streets. They’re laid with multicolored pebbles, something you won’t find anywhere else in Greece.

And you might also run into.. an actual king.. yes, really.. keep an eye out.. The last king of Greece, Constantine II, and his wife Anne-Marie recently settled on Spetses. They don’t wear their crowns – they just stroll around the island like ordinary people. Dinner and overnight on Spetses.

DAY 4. Toga party

Tuesday. Spetses is also known as “Pine Island,” with countless beaches tucked away among lush pine groves. In the morning we’ll relax in the shade of the pine trees, and if you’d like and it’s available, you can rent quad bikes and head off along the coastline.

After lunch we’ll set off for the island of Dokos.
Only 43 people live on the island. It’s a practically deserted, isolated spot, perfect for peaceful relaxation. Let’s imagine ourselves as noble figures of antiquity – orators, philosophers – have some fun, and throw a toga party!

With none of the “big city lights” around, we’ll be able to see the night sky in all its beauty. We’ll look for constellations and shapes formed by the bright stars.

DAY 5. Visiting the Theater of Epidaurus

Wednesday. Ermioni (1-hour passage)
Today we’ll travel from Greece’s scenic natural landscapes into ancient Greece. An hour’s drive from our anchorage and we’ll see a breathtaking architectural monument – the Theater of Epidaurus. It was built 300 years BC. That means it’s over 2,000 years old, and its powerful acoustics still amaze every visitor today! We’ll definitely put that to the test, by tossing a coin into the center of the stage.

The theater is still in use today. Admission is 12 euros for adults, children go free. Epidaurus (the settlement) was also a center of healing, where the disciples of Asclepius even performed surgical operations. Not far from the theater there’s an archaeological museum with a medical focus, where you can see how people were treated for illness in ancient times.
Filled with the aura and myths of Ancient Greece, we’ll move on to Hydra (Idra).

And here’s Hydra. What makes this island especially charming is that there are no cars here at all – the only ways to get around are on donkeys, horses, or boats.

We’ll explore on foot and discover another one of this island’s quirks – it’s ruled by a “cat mafia”! Let’s have a photo hunt – whoever catches the most cats in a single shot doesn’t have to do the dishes tonight.

For anyone interested, you can visit the Maritime Museum (admission 5 euros), which also offers a lovely view of the island.
Legend has it that Hydra used to be a pirate island, so it’ll be fitting to stop by the popular Pirate Bar on the island.

DAY 6. Water polo

Thursday. In the morning we cast off from Hydra, and if the weather allows, we’ll head to a beautiful bay for swimming. We might set up a game of water polo, a fender-board race, or a treasure hunt on the seabed or in a shoreline cave. Lunch on the yacht.

By evening we’ll arrive at Agistri. This is a small, charming island, wrapped in the scent of pine groves. Everything on Agistri is, quite literally, soaked in a spirit of relaxation.

Let’s give the grown-ups a day off and put together a picnic for them. A sandwich-making master class. Dinner on the yacht. Games. Overnight stay.

DAY 7. Eat, love, swim

Friday. Swimming and relaxing. Agistri is often called “the pearl of Greece,” and it’s all thanks to its wonderful beaches.
One of the best is considered to be Dragonera Bay. It’s fairly secluded, and the water is remarkably clear thanks to the beach’s white pebbles.

Passage to Perdika. Perdika is a small fishing village that has held onto its unique character and cozy atmosphere. The locals’ main occupation is fishing, which is why Perdika is famous for its fish restaurants. They’re popular with both tourists and locals alike. We’ll have a seafood lunch, share our impressions of the week we’ve spent together, and exchange phone numbers (for anyone who hasn’t already done so over the course of the trip).

Friday evening. We return to Alimos marina. We’ll test everyone’s knot-tying skills and hand out prizes. Overnight on the yacht.

DAY 8. The way home

Saturday morning. We hand back the yachts. Time to say goodbye. If you’d like to continue with the land program, there’s plenty to see in Athens!