Discover the Saronics
The Saronic Gulf is a popular sailing area with it’s close proximity to Athens you don’t have to venture far to find beautiful islands and coastal villages and ports that make up a most wonderful sailing area where cosmopolitan meets Greek tradition.
The Saronic sailing area broadly consists of the Saronic Gulf and Argolic Gulf and scattered between the prefecture of Attica and the eastern side of the Peloponnese includes the major islands Aegina, Poros, Hydra and Spetses as well as the Peloponnese mainland with its own array of beautiful villages, bays and Ancient Greek monuments .
EXPLORE THE SARONICS
Feel inspired by some of our favourite Itineraries. You can also explore some of the Cyclades islands from the Athens base as well as the Saronics if you have a 2 week charter or have chartered one of the larger yachts.
One Week Saronic Islands From Athens
One of the busiest and largest marina in Greece with many charter yachts operating from here. The facilities here for yachts are excellent and there’s some great bars and restaurants and a short tram or taxi ride into central Athens and all the sites.
Despite the harbour being crowded with boats coming to and from Athens, a visit to Aegina is a chance to experience the Greek way of life; enjoy a coffee at one of the beach front cafes, swim in the crystal clear sea from one of the sandy beaches, then round off the day with a late dinner and an ouzo at one of the many fantastic authentic tavernas.
There is a large quay which stretches right round the town with water and electricity in many of the spots. The town itself, on the south end of the peninsula, is a pretty one with lots of shops, restaurants and lively bars. It is worth the walk to the top of the hill to see the amazing views.
The island of Spetses (or Spetsai) is a stunningly chic island and a popular place for wealthy Athenians to keep a holiday home. The main town of Dapia reflects this, it is a lively but pleasantly upmarket place with lots of bars and amazing restaurants to choose from. There is another harbour out of town with its own set of slightly more rustic but no less appealing tavernas.
An often overlooked but pretty village, Ermioni provides respite from the bustle of the islands there are a number of excellent tavernas and good shops for provisioning around the harbour.
One of the most famous and interesting spots in the Saronics. This popular island attracts the rich and famous with a great mix of cosmopolitan and traditional bars, shops and restaurants yet where donkeys are still the primary form of transport.
The Great Theatre of Epidhavros is one of the most famous ancient Greek attractions in the area being one of the most beautiful and best preserved theatres in Greece. It can be reached from either the new or old Epidhavros harbour.
One of the busiest and largest marina in Greece with many charter yachts operating from here. The facilities here for yachts are excellent and there’s some great bars and restaurants and a short tram or taxi ride into central Athens and all the sites.
2 Weeks Saronic and Cyclades Islands From Athens
One of the busiest and largest marina in Greece with many charter yachts operating from here. The facilities here for yachts are excellent and there’s some great bars and restaurants and a short tram or taxi ride into central Athens and all the sites.
Kea, the gate to the Cyclades. Of the two quays on the North West of Kea, Vourkari is the prettier and the tavernas overlooking the quay are really nice. Vourkari is a fishing village protected from winds, with plenty of small fishing boats called kaekia, and some sailing boats.
The capital of the Cylades, Ermoupolis is not the largest town in the islands but nevertheless remains an important cultural hub. The 18th and 19th century architecture is stunning and the quay itself buzzes with many bars, cafes and tavernas to choose from.
Tinos is unspoilt, authentic Greece. Arguable the best Greek food and wine in the Cyclades. With miles of ancient stone pathways, unspoiled countryside, wooded valleys, and quiet beaches
Once best known as the location of a great battle between Zeus and Titans, more recently Mykonos has become known as Greece’s most stylish and cosmopolitan travel destinations. The most famous of the Greek islands with its award-winning restaurants, designer boutiques, elegant bars, and top clubs. Known for its minimal Cycladic architecture, Mykonos is full of traditional whitewashed houses, blue-domed churches and beautiful traditional windmills. The sandy or pebbly beaches are a site to seen mixing with varying blues of the sea. Enjoy cocktails at one of the lively waterfront bars and hear world class DJs play at one of the super clubs or visit one of the beach parties which happen all day and go on well into the night.
There are several anchorages and a harbour in this large sheltered bay. The town of Naousa itself has the beautiful white buildings that are characteristic of this area.
Ios is an island with it all. It has local tavernas, lively bars and great restaurants. The beaches have been said to be some of the best in the Cyclades including Mylopotas with its crystal clear waters or Agia Theodoti with unspoilt natural scenery. It has cliff top villages with narrow alleys to wander through and catch the sunset from. You can visit Homer’s grave which is one of the island’s most significant historical monuments.
Santorini, the world famous volcanic island is located in the most southern part of the Cyclades. One of the most popular holiday destinations worldwide and the most visited of all the Greek islands, Santorini (or Thira), is considered one of the most romantic places on earth, famous for its incredible sunsets, fine wine and breathtaking views.
Folegandros lies between Paros and Santorini and despite its proximity to two of the most cosmopolitan Greek islands, has a very different style. Still maintaining its unspoiled charm, this small, simple and sleepy island is extremely photogenic with sunset views second only to Santorini. It’s most beautiful beaches can only reached by the sea and for those looking for peaceful, picturesque and authentic Greece with traditional cooking and one of the best-preserved villages in the Cyclades, you will find it on Folegrandos.
This is the main ferry port for the island, there is space for some yachts on the quay which has the usual facilities and plenty of space to anchor in the large sandy bay. The location here is spectacular and there is plenty to offer in the resort ashore.
The main port on Serifos has water and electricity on the quay plus good shopping and bakeries. This busy place also has lots of bars and restaurants, it is worth checking out the picturesque village of Chora which guarantees a great view of the Aegean sea.
The main port on the island of Kythnos, the landscape is very beautiful with vines and fig trees. The tavernas on the waterfront here are a great place to eat dinner.
One of the busiest and largest marina in Greece with many charter yachts operating from here. The facilities here for yachts are excellent and there’s some great bars and restaurants and a short tram or taxi ride into central Athens and all the sites.
