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7 Days in Athens

7 Days Yacht Charter Athens

The standard Greek yacht charter format. Saturday-to-Saturday turnover.

7 Days from Athens — what's realistic

A 7-day charter is the standard Greek format and the duration most yachts in the Greek charter market are priced around. You board Saturday afternoon (after the previous charter disembarks) and disembark the following Saturday morning. The week breaks down naturally: 4-5 days at anchor or short transits, 1-2 marina nights for village evenings, 1 day reserved for weather flexibility or unplanned discoveries. The pace allows real exploration. A typical Greek charter week covers 100-180 nautical miles total, with daily transits of 30-60 nm. The captain plans the route based on your preferences; most weeks include 3-5 island stops. By day 4 the yacht starts to feel like home, by day 6 you're not ready for the week to end. Departure from Alimos Marina. Best paired with yacht selection that matches the duration: longer trips suit larger yachts with separate crew zones; 3-day weekends suit 20-30 metre motor yachts or large catamarans.

Best suited for

  • First-time charterers wanting the standard experience
  • Couples and families settling into the yacht rhythm
  • Charterers wanting variety across multiple islands
  • Athens-departure charters
  • Charters built around Athens itineraries

Yachts based near Athens

Athens fleet for 7 days charters

S/CAT Alia

11.28 m (37 ft) · 10 guests

Per Person · Per WeekFrom €4,200

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7 Days sample itinerary from Athens

Day 1: Athens to Kea. Day 2 Kythnos. Days 3-4 Sifnos + Serifos. Day 5 Hydra (Saronic loop). Day 6 Poros. Day 7 return to Alimos.

Notes from George

  • Book Athens-departure charters 4-9 months ahead for peak summer. Boarding directly from Alimos Marina saves Athens positioning leg.
  • 7 Days charters work best with a clear priority list — what 2-3 things matter most. The captain optimises around them.
  • Crew gratuity convention 10-18% of base rate paid in cash at end. Same convention regardless of charter duration.
  • Multi-week charters often qualify for owner discounts on the second week.
  • Ask the captain at day-one briefing about the itinerary's flexibility — Greek weather changes; the route adapts.

Frequently asked

About 7 days yacht charter athens

How much does a 7 days yacht charter from Athens cost?

Base rates scale by yacht size. For 7 days the typical range starts around €25K (smaller yachts) and runs to €140K+ (30+ metre yachts), plus APA (25-30%) and Greek VAT (12-24%).

Why 7 days instead of the standard week?

The 7-day format is the standard Greek charter duration and most yachts are priced around it. Gives real island variety without becoming an extended trip.

Can we customize the itinerary?

Yes. The sample itinerary above is one common pattern. The captain plans the actual route based on weather, your preferences, and any specific destinations you want included. Brief us at booking.

What if the weather changes?

Captains plan with weather flexibility. Multi-day charters typically have 1-2 weather-buffer days built into the route. The boat stays in protected anchorages if conditions require.

Should we board Athens directly or repositioning yacht from Athens?

For shorter charters, direct boarding from Alimos Marina saves a full day vs Athens positioning. We typically reposition yachts for free during peak summer if you want a specific yacht that bases elsewhere.

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