We only work with a small number of Greek skippers and hostesses who meet our strict standards on sailing ability, local knowledge and friendliness. We understand that having a fantastic skipper/hostess who know the islands, food and culture is a crucial part of your overall charter sailing experience. We schedule the skipper/hostess a few months…
You are welcome to board the yacht after 5pm on Saturday (the crew spends all day Saturday cleaning and preparing the yacht). You can also sleep on the yacht in the marina that evening. Standard Departure is on Sunday morning anytime after 10am. The departure time is not a specific time, since it is a private charter…
It’s important to remember that you’re spending a week on a yacht so there is limited storage space in the cabins. If possible, pack a bag that is either small or easily collapsible. Carry-on bags or duffel type bags are ideal. It will free up a lot of room if your bag can be tucked…
The captain’s first priority is safety, so it’s important to understand that weather-based route decisions will follow this principle. Their second priority is to help you have the best possible vacation. We find that clients who interact with their skipper while on charters have the best overall experience. Don’t hesitate to ask questions if you…
On hostess/half-board charters your hostess will take care of the initial provisioning. We’ll reach out prior to charter to get your input on preferences or allergies. On skipper only charters, we’ll have the yacht stocked with some basic items listed below, however we recommend picking up a few things at a nearby grocery store prior…
Your personalized island-hopping itinerary will include stops on various islands in the infamous Saronic Gulf or Cyclades in the Aegean. You’ll depart each island in the late morning/early afternoon (sailing time will be between 2-5 hours), stopping for a swim, relaxation, and lunch in a secluded cove, before continuing on to the next island. You’ll dock in…
The Greek sailing season generally begins in March and ends in late October. The weather tends to be very nice and warm starting in May through October. The Aegean sea heats up throughout the summer so it is pretty cool earlier in the season and warmer into the August/September months. Peak season and highest prices…
Most of our yachts are located at Zea Marina near the Piraeus region of Athens. The marina is a 20 minute drive from the center of Athens and 45 minutes from the Athens airport. We also occasionally sail from Alimos Marina which is also only a 20 min drive from Athens. Your Greek Seas representative will make sure…
The sailing season in Greece runs from late March through October, with prices as well as the tourist crowds peaking in August. The chart below will give you a good idea of average air and water temperatures each month of the season in the area around Athens. Date Avg High Temp (°f) Avg Water temp…
All payments are not refundable if the trip is cancelled by a guest. However, if COVID-related travel restrictions don’t allow for travel to Greece during your charter dates, we will offer a flexible rebooking policy and work with you to reschedule the trip for a later date at no extra cost. We also strongly recommend…