Saronic Gulf — 7 days from Marina Alimos / Marina Zea, Athens
A relaxed 7-day loop from Athens through the Saronic Islands, visiting Aegina, Moni, Dokos, Hydra, Poros, Epidavros, and optional Peloponnese stops at Ermioni and Porto Cheli.
The trail
Not for navigation — always consult official nautical charts and pilot books.
Report this trailWhat to expect
Short passages, calm enclosed waters, and a mix of vibrant harbors and uninhabited anchorages make this ideal for beginners and families alike. The route is best sailed April to November and departs from Marina Alimos or Marina Zea.
Places you'll go
Day 1 · MarinaMarina Alimos / Marina Zea, Athens
Charter base with full services · Departure point for Saronic Gulf
Day 1 · Anchorage · 1 nightAegina / Perdika
16 nmFamous 'Pistachio Island' with local pistachio markets · Traditional fishing village of Perdika with waterfront tavernas · Whitewashed houses and narrow lanes
Day 2 · Anchorage · 1 nightDokos
30 nmCompletely uninhabited island — total peace and solitude · Wide natural bay with excellent shelter · Stargazing with no light pollution · Ancient shipwrecks in surrounding waters dating back over 4,000 years · Possible beach bonfires
Day 3 · Town quay · 1 nightHydra
10 nmCompletely car-free island — donkeys, water taxis and walking only · Iconic crescent-shaped harbor lined with stone mansions and neoclassical buildings · Lively promenade with cafés, boutiques, and galleries · Long-standing artistic and cultural heritage
Day 4 · Town quay · 1 nightPoros
15 nmCharming harbor town · Local tavernas and waterfront dining
Day 5 · AnchorageEpidavros
25 nmHistoric site near the ancient theatre of Epidavros · Scenic bay anchorage
Day 5 · MarinaMarina Alimos / Marina Zea, Athens
35 nmReturn to charter base
When to go
Good to know
Nearest airport to Marina Alimos / Marina Zea, Athens: Athens (ATH) · ~30–45 min to the base.
Provisioning for 2–8 crew over 7 days — see the Galley cookbook for boat-friendly recipes and what a week's shop actually looks like.
Charter price isn't shown here — it varies by boat, season and operator. Get a quote directly from a charter company for this base before you book.
Crew briefing
Expect a gentle rhythm of short morning sails followed by long afternoons at anchor. Swimming stops are frequent — snorkelling gear recommended. Hydra is car-free so leave all wheels behind and explore on foot or by donkey. Aegina's pistachio markets are a must-visit. Dokos is off-grid perfection — no shops, no noise, just stars.
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