The Saronic Islands form one of the most accessible and rewarding motor yacht cruising grounds in Greece. Fanning out from Athens across a compact sea, Aegina, Hydra, Spetses and Poros offer a concentration of white-walled ports, pine-covered hillsides and sheltered anchorages within a day’s motoring of each other. Motor yachts are the natural choice here: the distances are short, the harbours welcoming, and the pace suits a vessel that can cover ground between morning swims and late taverna dinners. The 45 motor yachts available for charter in Greek waters vary from sleek 30-metre dayboats to 70-metre superyachts with full beach club installations. Weekly rates begin at around 55,000 euros for smaller vessels and reach 350,000 euros for flagship builds, with the majority of popular Saronic options sitting between 80,000 and 200,000 euros per week. The advance provisioning allowance, covering fuel, food, berthing and drinks, adds approximately 30% to the base charter fee. The Saronic season runs from April through October, with July and August the most popular and most expensive months. Athens International Airport provides direct connections from across Europe, making embarkation at the Piraeus, Alimos or Flisvos marinas straightforward.
