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Q. What does a seven-day yacht charter from Santorini look like, and what does it cost?

A Santorini start turns the usual Cyclades week around: the yacht boards at Vlychada on the south coast (alongside in 5 to 8 m, for yachts up to 60 m), takes the caldera and Ammoudi's mooring buoys the first evening, then works north against the Meltemi's lee side, Folegandros 30 nautical miles, Ios 25, Naxos 55 on the house table, before turning back. Santorini is 130 nm from Athens, so the yacht is positioned from its Athens base at a fee quoted per yacht. One price per yacht per week with crew, from the Greek Charter Index 2026: a 20 to 22 metre sailing catamaran EUR 31,500 to 43,500, a 26 to 31 metre motor yacht 35,900 to 75,000, before APA and Greek VAT at the certified rate.

Key facts

Distances from Santorini on the house table: Ios 25 nm, Folegandros 30, Naxos 55, Paros 60, Milos 70, Mykonos 80, Athens (Alimos) 130
From the Santorini guide: the caldera is 80 to 180 m deep at Ammoudi, mooring buoys only, booked a week or two ahead in peak; Vlychada marina alongside in 5 to 8 m; Akrotiri 6 to 15 m over sand by the Red Beach; Perissa 6 to 12 m
The south coast is the Meltemi-shielded side of the island; the caldera buoy is for the evening, the swim stops are Akrotiri, White Beach and Perissa
Santorini is second on the Index island ranking behind Mykonos, and the island most often named as where a week should end; a Santorini start is the reverse loop
Index 2026 bands: 20 to 22 m sailing catamaran EUR 31,500 to 43,500; 23 to 24 m 54,900 to 90,000; 26 to 31 m motor 35,900 to 75,000 a week net base
July and August book 6 to 12 months ahead on the Index; June and September list 15 to 25% below peak

Source: Depths, buoys and shelter from the Santorini anchorage guide

- George P. Biniaris, Founder and Managing Broker

7 Days in Santorini

7 Days Yacht Charter Santorini

The standard Greek yacht charter format. The market turns over on Saturdays; we are not bound to it and will start your week on any day.

Last updated September 2026

7 Days from Santorini - 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. The market convention is to board Saturday afternoon, after the previous charter disembarks, and disembark the following Saturday morning. That is a turnover habit rather than a rule: we place weeks starting on any day, which matters when your flights do not fall on a weekend. 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 in total on the house distance table, with daily legs of 10 to 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 Vlyhada Marina. Best paired with yacht selection that matches the duration: longer trips suit larger yachts with separate crew zones; the five-night Saronic week suits 16 to 22 metre crewed catamarans and 20 to 30 metre motor yachts.

Best suited for

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

7 Days sample itinerary from Santorini

Days 1-2 Santorini caldera. Days 3-4 Folegandros + Sikinos. Day 5 Ios. Day 6 Naxos + Small Cyclades. Day 7 return to Santorini.

Notes from George

Book Santorini-departure charters 6 to 12 months ahead for July and August, the Greek Charter Index 2026 lead time. Boarding directly from Vlyhada Marina saves the 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 10-15% of base rate, at your discretion, handed to the captain at the end. Same convention regardless of charter duration.
One price per yacht for the whole charter, crew included, divided among the guests however you choose.
Ask the captain at day-one briefing about the itinerary's flexibility - Greek weather changes; the route adapts.

Frequently asked

Questions we get about 7 Days Yacht Charter Santorini

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

One price per yacht per week with the crew included. On the Greek Charter Index 2026 the weekly base runs from EUR 17,000 for a 15 metre crewed catamaran to EUR 235,000 for the yachts above 50 metres: a 20 to 22 metre sailing catamaran lists at EUR 31,500 to 43,500, a 26 to 31 metre motor yacht at 35,900 to 75,000, a 35 to 40 metre at 59,900 to 150,000. Add APA of 20 to 40% by yacht type, Greek VAT at the certified rate (5.2 to 12%) and a gratuity of 10 to 15% of base at your discretion.

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 Santorini directly or reposition the yacht from Athens?

For a week or less, direct boarding from Vlyhada Marina saves a full day against the Athens positioning leg. A yacht already in the area is the first we propose; positioning a specific yacht based elsewhere is quoted per yacht by the owner.

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