Itinerary
- Day 1
Athens
You'll start with a guided walking tour through Athens, covering the Acropolis, Parthenon, Temple of Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, Greek Parliament, and National Gardens over about 3.5 to 4 hours. After grabbing lunch at a nearby restaurant, head to the marina to check in to your sailing yacht around 4 or 5 in the afternoon. The crew welcomes you aboard with a full boat briefing and safety instructions before sailing to Agkistri Island, which takes roughly 3.5 hours across 21 nautical miles. You'll anchor at either the main port or a nearby beach depending on weather conditions, then explore local restaurants for dinner.
- Start point
- Alimos Marina, Λεωφ. Ποσειδώνος, Alimos, Αττικη, Greece (Alimos marina, exact pier number TBA)
- Meals
- Snack (Welcome snacks)
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Athens
- Visit Acropolis with Parthenon
- Visit Temple of Zeus
- Visit Hadrian's Arch
- Visit Greek Parliament
- Visit National Gardens
- Comprehensive boat tour with instructions upon check-in
Landmarks Acropolis Parthenon Temple of Zeus Hadrian's Arch Greek Parliament National Gardens - Day 2
Ancient Corinth - Acrocorinth - Mycenae
After breakfast on board, sail to Korfos port in Corinthia in about 2 hours across 12 nautical miles. You'll walk through Ancient Corinth, once a major trading center, then climb the monolithic rock up to Acrocorinth Castle for panoramic views of the ancient city and gulf. Next, visit the Corinth Canal, an engineering feat connecting the Gulf of Corinth to the Aegean Sea. Then drive 40 minutes to Mycenae, the UNESCO-protected archaeological site and mythical kingdom of Agamemnon. Head back to Korfos in the afternoon for swimming and relaxation time, followed by dinner at charming seaside restaurants.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Ancient Corinth archaeological site
- Visit Acrocorinth Castle
- Visit Corinth Canal
- Visit Mycenae archaeological site
- Guided tour by professional historical guide at archaeological sites
Landmarks Ancient Corinth Acrocorinth Castle Corinth Canal Mycenae 
- Day 3
Nafplio
After breakfast on board, sail to Epidaurus port in about 1.5 hours across 9 nautical miles. Transfer 20 minutes to the UNESCO-protected Epidaurus site, the famous healing center of ancient times, and see the Ancient Theatre known for its remarkable acoustics. Then visit an organic olive oil farm 10 minutes away to learn about extra virgin olive oil production in Greece with a tasting included. Spend the afternoon in Nafplio, one of Greece's most picturesque towns, where you'll wander through ancient walls, medieval castles, and neoclassical buildings. You can visit the Venetian Castle of Palamidi and the unique Bourtzi island fort. Return to Epidaurus port in the evening for dinner and relaxation.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit archaeological site of Epidaurus
- Visit Sanctuary of Asclepius
- Visit Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus
- Organic olive oil farm tour and tasting
- Explore Nafplio Old Town
- Visit Venetian Castle of Palamidi
- View Bourtzi island fort
- Guided tour by professional historical guide at archaeological sites
Landmarks Sanctuary of Asclepius Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus Venetian Castle of Palamidi Bourtzi Island Fort 
- Day 4
Poros
Today's more relaxed after three days of archaeology. After breakfast, sail to Poros island in about 3.5 hours across 23 nautical miles. Along the way, take a refreshing swim at the volcanic peninsula of Methana, which has more than thirty volcanoes. While you swim, the crew prepares lunch on board. Continue sailing toward Poros island, and as you enter the harbor, the charming town unfolds amphitheatrically over two hills with a historic Clock Tower and pastel-colored waterfront buildings. Spend the evening exploring the town, walking by the port, and dining at inviting seaside fish restaurants.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch prepared by crew)
Included Activities
- Swimming stop at volcanic peninsula of Methana
Landmarks Methana Clock Tower - Day 5
Hydra
After breakfast on board, sail to Hydra, the car-free island, in about 1.5 hours across 12 nautical miles. It's an elegant artist's colony with a magical feel. You can walk through art shops, handmade jewelry stores, and clothing boutiques, or take a gentle hike inland to Prophet Elias Monastery. The island has excellent hiking opportunities and diverse natural environments to explore. You can relax on board or try swimming at one of the island's rocky beaches. The sailing boat is entirely at your disposal to suit what you want to do.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Hike to Prophet Elias Monastery
- Visit art shops
- Visit handmade jewelry stores
- Explore clothing boutiques
- Swimming at rocky beaches
- Relaxation on board
Landmarks Prophet Elias Monastery - Day 6
Aegina
Sail to Aegina Island, known for its pistachios, in about 3.5 hours across 25 nautical miles. After arriving, take an inland tour exploring Aegina's hidden spots. Drive to the pine-clad northeastern hill to see the Temple of Aphaea from 500 BC, which forms an equilateral triangle with the Parthenon and Temple of Poseidon at Sounion, called the holy triangle of antiquity. Visit Paleachora, the former capital known as Aegina's Mystras, and hike through this abandoned ghost town with its Byzantine churches and gulf views. Check out the Monastery of Saint Nektarios, one of the largest in the Balkans. Return to Aegina town in the evening for free time to wander narrow streets and the port, then dine at seaside restaurants.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Inland tour of Aegina
- Visit Temple of Aphaea
- Visit Paleachora (Mystras)
- Visit Monastery of Saint Nektarios
- Guided tour by professional historical guide at archaeological sites
Optional Activities
- Purchase fresh fruits and vegetables from floating groceries (traditional boats in the port)
Landmarks Temple of Aphaea Paleachora Monastery of Saint Nektarios 
- Day 7
Athens
Before leaving Aegina, visit the Temple of Apollo at Kolona, within walking distance from the port. Kolona was the ancient capital and houses the Archaeological Museum, built in 1829 as the first museum of its kind in Greece. Then start sailing back to Athens with a stop en route for lunch prepared by the crew and a final swimming opportunity. By late afternoon around 5 o'clock, you'll reach the Athens marina, concluding the sailing and archaeology adventure. Those wanting to extend can stay on board for the night and check out the next morning.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch prepared by crew)
Included Activities
- Visit Temple of Apollo at archaeological site of Kolona
- Visit Archaeological Museum
- Guided tour by professional historical guide at archaeological sites
Landmarks Temple of Apollo Archaeological Museum of Aegina - Day 8
Checkout
Checkout from the boat happens at 9 in the morning. You can arrange an airport transfer if you're heading home, or continue your holidays elsewhere in Greece.
- End point
- Alimos Marina, Λεωφ. Ποσειδώνος, Alimos, Αττικη, Greece (Alimos marina, same drop off location as pickup)
Optional Activities
- Airport transfer
