Classic yacht charter in the Saronic Islands brings one of yachting’s most rewarding combinations: vessels built for elegance and passage-making moving through some of Greece’s most picturesque and historically significant waters. Classic yachts in Greek waters are typically ketch or sloop-rigged wooden or composite builds from the 1960s through 1980s, restored to modern safety standards while preserving the craftsmanship and character that defines the type. Eight classic yachts are available for charter in Greece, offering a markedly different experience from the aluminium and carbon builds that dominate the contemporary charter fleet. Rates range from around 55,000 euros per week for smaller classics to over 100,000 euros for larger, more celebrated vessels, plus the advance provisioning allowance for provisions, berth fees and fuel. The Saronic’s moderate summer meltemi and its sequence of historic ports, Aegina, Nafplion, Hydra and Spetses, provides a setting where classic yachts feel entirely at home. Guests on classic charters tend to be experienced sailors or those drawn to the aesthetic of traditional yachting, appreciating the brass fittings, teak decks and unhurried pace that no modern superyacht can replicate.
