Crewed Greek Islands 2026
Crewed Yacht Charter Greek Islands 2026
Every yacht in our 2026 Greek charter fleet comes with crew. Captain, chef, hostess, deckhand. You bring suitcases.
Why every 2026 charter we represent is crewed
Best suited for
- First-time charterers wanting full-service yacht week
- UHNW families across all yacht size categories
- Charters where guest convenience is the priority (vs hands-on sailing)
- Year-round 2026 booking across all Greek-island regions
- Charterers comparing crewed vs bareboat (we represent crewed only)
When to book your 2026 crewed charter
Peak August weeks book 9-12 months ahead for marquee yachts. Shoulder months (May-June, September-October) book 4-6 months out. Last-minute availability (under 4 weeks) exists in 2026 at 20-30% lower rates with limited yacht choice.
George's insider notes
- Crew is included in base rate. Gratuity (10-18% convention) is paid separately at end in cash.
- Crews are vetted by us as the broker — we have working relationships with each captain in the fleet.
- Chef-led galleys deliver restaurant-tier meals on yachts above 25 metres. Below that, the captain or hostess often doubles up.
- First-time charterers benefit from a captain who's done 10+ charter seasons. Brief us at booking; we match.
- Multi-week charters keep the same crew throughout. Crew rotation only between separate charters, not during.
Frequently asked
About crewed yacht charter greek islands 2026
What's included in a crewed yacht charter?
Base rate covers the yacht, crew, insurance, and routine maintenance. APA (paid separately, 25-30% of base rate) covers fuel, food, drinks, dockage, and other running costs. Crew gratuity (10-18% at end) is separate.
What does the crew do?
Captain handles navigation, anchoring, sailing or motor-yacht operation, and itinerary recommendations. Chef provides 3 meals daily. Hostess/chief stewardess runs cabin service, table service, social rhythm. Deckhands and engineers (on larger yachts) handle technical operations.
Do I tip the crew?
Yes. Convention is 10-18% of base rate, paid in cash to the captain on the final day. The captain distributes to crew. For a €60K base rate week: typical tip is €8-€11K.
Can guests participate in sailing?
Yes, on sailing yachts. The crew encourages guests who want to learn (winch handling, helm time, basics of trim). Brief at day-one captain conversation.
How does APA work?
Advance Provisioning Allowance. Paid up front at typically 25-30% of base rate. Runs as a transparent account during the charter for fuel/food/drinks/dockage. Unused balance refunded at end; if charter runs heavier than budgeted, balance is topped up.