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3 Days in Mykonos

3 Days Yacht Charter Mykonos

Long-weekend charter - Friday departure, Sunday or Monday return.

Last updated August 2026

3 Days from Mykonos - what's realistic

A 3-day charter is the long-weekend format. You board on a Friday afternoon, sail or motor to one or two anchorages over Saturday, return for Sunday or Monday morning disembarkation. The pace is intentionally compact: one or two destinations, not a full island loop. Best suited for charterers who want a memorable weekend rather than a full week's exploration. The yacht typically anchors for 2 nights at locations the captain chooses based on weather and your priorities. Day 2 is the central day of the charter: a swim morning, lunch at anchor, a tender excursion to a beach or village, dinner aboard or ashore. The format rewards yachts in the 20-30 metre range - small enough to feel intimate over a short trip, large enough to deliver real luxury. Departure from Mykonos chora. 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

  • Long weekends (Friday-Monday or similar)
  • Birthday or anniversary milestone events
  • Quick decompression weeks for executives
  • Mykonos-departure charters
  • Charters built around Cyclades itineraries

Yachts based near Mykonos

Cyclades fleet for 3 days charters

S/CAT Madicon

14.00 m (46 ft) · 10 guests

Per Person · Per WeekFrom €5,900

S/CAT Angelika

11.89 m (39 ft) · 10 guests

Per Person · Per WeekFrom €4,900

S/CAT Alia

11.28 m (37 ft) · 10 guests

Per Person · Per WeekFrom €4,200

S/CAT Errant Vagabond

15.35 m · 10 guests

Per Yacht · Per WeekFrom €11,500/week

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3 Days sample itinerary from Mykonos

Day 1: Board Mykonos, anchor Ornos for sunset, dinner ashore in the chora. Day 2: Delos at dawn, lunch at Rhenia, sunset at Ornos with chef-prepared dinner aboard. Day 3: Morning swim, light cruise back to Mykonos harbour, disembark.

Notes from George

  • Book Mykonos-departure charters 4-9 months ahead for peak summer. Boarding directly from Mykonos chora saves Athens positioning leg.
  • 3 Days charters work best with a clear priority list - what 2-3 things matter most. The captain optimises around them.
  • Crew gratuity convention 10-15% 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

Questions we get about 3 Days Yacht Charter Mykonos

How much does a 3 days yacht charter from Mykonos cost?

Base rates scale by yacht size. For 3 days the typical range starts around €10K (smaller yachts) and runs to €50K+ (30+ metre yachts), plus APA (25-30%) and Greek VAT at the certified rate (5.2-12% typical). Crew gratuity is a further 10 to 15% of the base rate under MYBA convention.

Why 3 days instead of the standard week?

Long-weekend charters suit milestone events (birthdays, anniversaries) or executive decompression trips. The format trades depth for memorability.

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. Even on short charters, the captain may adjust the planned itinerary to avoid weather and find the best anchorages. The boat stays in protected anchorages if conditions require.

Should we board Mykonos directly or repositioning yacht from Athens?

For shorter charters, direct boarding from Mykonos chora 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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