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Q. What are the weekly charter rates in Greece by yacht type in 2026?

Per yacht per week, net base before VAT and APA, on the Greek Charter Index 2026: sailing catamaran EUR 17,000 to 22,000 at 12 to 16 metres, 18,900 to 48,000 at 16 to 19, 31,500 to 43,500 at 20 to 22, 54,900 to 90,000 at 23 to 24; power catamaran EUR 21,000 to 28,000 up to 17 metres, 33,000 to 69,000 at 20 to 22, 49,000 to 90,000 at 23 to 24; motor yacht EUR 17,500 to 28,000 at 18 to 21 metres, 21,000 to 47,500 at 22 to 24, 35,900 to 75,000 at 26 to 31, 59,900 to 150,000 at 35 to 40; the two yachts above 50 metres EUR 162,500 to 235,000; crewed sailing monohull EUR 24,000 to 55,000 at 24 to 31 metres. Each band is the lowest and highest figure on a rate card we hold.

Key facts

The crewed floor: EUR 17,000 a week for a 15 metre sailing catamaran with eight guests; the top: EUR 235,000 for the largest yacht above 50 metres. Per yacht per week, before VAT and APA.
Every band is observed, not modelled: the lowest and highest figure that appears on a rate card among the fully crewed yachts we represent, compiled by this desk and refreshed quarterly; the next refresh is the autumn of 2026 as the 2027 cards open.
On top of the base: APA at 20 to 30% for sailing yachts and catamarans and 30 to 40% for motor yachts; Greek VAT at 5.2, 6.5, 7.8 or 12% by the yacht's certification, 13% the statutory ceiling, 24% for short or bareboat; a customary 10 to 15% crew gratuity on the base.
Shoulder pricing: May and late September to October run 15 to 25% below peak on the same rate card, with three to four months of lead time against six to twelve for July and August.
The data is open: the same bands are downloadable as CSV and JSON from this site, and the rate card does not change by region; the Cyclades, the Saronic and the Ionian carry the same figure and differ in the delivery line.

Source: George Yachts Greek Charter Index 2026

- George P. Biniaris, Founder and Managing Broker

Original Research

Greek Yacht Charter Pricing Index 2026

Real charter rates by yacht type, size, and season. Original data from the 2026 Greek charter market.

Last updated September 2026

What it really costs to charter a yacht in Greece in 2026

Most yacht charter pricing online is either marketing-led ranges with no specificity, or single-yacht quotes without context. This index is built from the actual 2026 Greek charter market: ranges for each yacht type and size, broken down by peak vs shoulder season, with the APA and VAT add-ons that determine all-in cost. All numbers are base weekly rate in EUR. They reflect the active Greek charter market as observed across IYBA member brokerages in 2026. APA adds 20 to 40% of base rate by yacht type on top (fuel, food, drinks, dockage). Greek VAT is invoiced at each yacht's certified rate, 5.2% to 12% in practice (statutory 13% for commercial crewed charters over 48 hours; 24% for short, static or bareboat). Crew gratuity convention is 10-15% of base rate paid in cash at end of charter. The all-in cost for a typical Greek charter therefore runs 1.40 to 1.63 times the base rate depending on itinerary, certified VAT rate and gratuity level. For a €100,000 base-rate charter, expect €140,000 to €163,000 all-in. Plan the budget accordingly.

2026 pricing by yacht type and size (weekly net base, EUR, from the Greek Charter Index)

Sailing catamaran 12 to 16m (8 to 10 guests): EUR 17,000 to 22,000. Sailing catamaran 16 to 19m: EUR 18,900 to 48,000. Sailing catamaran 20 to 22m: EUR 31,500 to 43,500. Sailing catamaran 23 to 24m: EUR 54,900 to 90,000. Power catamaran 13 to 17m (6 to 8 guests): EUR 21,000 to 28,000. Power catamaran 20 to 22m: EUR 33,000 to 69,000. Power catamaran 23 to 24m (6 to 12 guests): EUR 49,000 to 90,000. Motor yacht 18 to 21 m (6 to 8 guests): EUR 17,500 to 28,000. Motor yacht 22 to 25 m: EUR 21,000 to 47,500. Motor yacht 26 to 31m (7 to 12 guests): EUR 35,900 to 75,000. Motor yacht 35 to 40m (10 to 12 guests): EUR 59,900 to 150,000. Superyacht 50m and above (12 guests, more only as a certified passenger ship): EUR 162,500 to 235,000. Sailing monohull 24 to 31m (8 guests): EUR 24,000 to 55,000. All figures are weekly net base per yacht, from the rate cards of the yachts this house represents, published in full in the Greek Charter Index; shoulder weeks sit at the low end of each band, July and August at the top.

Notes from George

Peak season is mid-June through early September. Shoulder is May-early June and mid-September-October. Off-season (winter) Greek charter is rare; the fleet winters in marinas.
Charter rates vary by week, not just by season. The week of 15-22 August is the absolute peak. Late June (before school holidays in northern Europe) is often surprisingly affordable.
Two-week charters often get 5-10% off the second week. Multi-week charters above 3 weeks can negotiate further.
Specific yachts within a size range vary by 20-30% in base rate. The most recently refit yachts and those with the best repeat-charterer reputations command the top of the range.
Rates in this index reflect the active Greek charter market through IYBA member brokerages. Direct-from-owner deals can be 5-15% lower but lose the broker protections.

Frequently asked

Questions we get about Greek Yacht Charter Pricing Index 2026

Are these the actual rates I'll be quoted?

Within the ranges, yes. Specific yachts at specific weeks vary by 20-30% depending on yacht-specific demand, refit recency, and the owner's pricing strategy. Use this index for budget orientation; expect a specific quote within the range for a specific yacht and week.

What's NOT included in these base rates?

APA (25-35% of base rate, covers fuel/food/drinks/dockage), Greek VAT at the individual yacht's certified rate (in practice 5.2%, 6.5%, 7.8% or 12%; 13% is the statutory ceiling for crewed charters over 48 hours and 24% applies to short, static or bareboat), crew gratuity (10-15% of base rate in cash at end of charter). All-in cost is typically 1.40-1.63x the base rate quoted here.

Do these rates change during the year?

Yes, between seasons (peak vs shoulder). Within a season, rates are usually fixed at the yacht owner's listing price, though early-bird discounts and last-minute deals can shift the number.

How do these compare to French Riviera or Croatian rates?

Greek rates run 25-40% below French Riviera for equivalent yachts and 10-20% above Croatian for equivalent yachts. The Greek market sits between the two regional poles.

When is this index updated?

The 2026 index reflects the active market as of May 2026. Major updates happen annually (each January for the upcoming charter season) with monthly refinements as we observe the actual booking market.

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