SAIL AWAY TO GREECE
AN 8-DAY PRIVATE CATAMARAN JOURNEY THROUGH THE SARONIC GULF
Trip Style: Explore
DISCOVER A MORE PERSONAL SIDE OF GREECE, ONE ISLAND AT A TIME
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STARTING AT $5995 per person
Fully guided 8-day Greece sailing tour with a Greek Captain + First Mate
Minimum of 4 people
Santorini add-on
Pricing varies by total participants, number of catamarans, season and elected add-ons
Trip Highlights
Explore distinctive Saronic Gulf islands: Discover Aegina, Poros, Hydra and other ports, each with its own history, character and local traditions.
Go beyond the shoreline: Visit the ancient Temple of Aphaia and the celebrated Epidaurus amphitheater, known for its extraordinary acoustics.
Taste the flavors of Greece: Enjoy seasonal breakfasts and lunches aboard, with opportunities to visit a family-run winery and a local bee farm.
Sail with local expertise: Travel with an experienced Greek captain and First Mate, with opportunities to learn about sailing along the way.
Make the journey your own: Tailor selected activities to your interests, with options for guided cultural visits, active exploration, extra time in Athens and a Santorini extension.
Imagine sailing across turquoise waters, dropping anchor near a quiet cove, and stepping ashore to discover an island with its own character, history and traditions. The Saronic Gulf, tucked between the Greek peninsulas of Attica and Argolis, offers a rich mix of island life, ancient history and coastal scenery, away from Greece’s most heavily visited destinations. On Aegina, pistachio groves dot the hills around a beautifully preserved Doric temple; on Hydra, distinctive harborfront streets invite you to slow down and explore; and at Epidaurus, a fourth-century BCE amphitheater reveals the remarkable acoustics that made it famous in the ancient world.
Between these discoveries, there’s the pleasure of life on the water: swimming in secluded coves, taking in the coastline from the deck, or learning a little about sailing from your experienced Greek captain and First Mate. Ashore, you can wander local markets, explore on foot or by bike, sample wines at a family-run winery, or visit a bee farm to learn about local honey. Back aboard, daily breakfasts and lunches showcase seasonal Greek ingredients, while evenings offer the chance to find a favorite taverna in each port. This is a journey with room to explore at your own pace, balancing cultural discoveries with the simple pleasure of being at sea.
Your sailing adventure is arranged around your own party and preferred dates during the sailing season, generally April through October. Bring your family, gather your friends or plan a getaway with several couples, and we’ll help tailor the experience to your interests. Each private catamaran accommodates up to eight guests in four double staterooms, each with its own bathroom; parties of nine to sixteen can be accommodated with two boats. From choosing activities to considering boat upgrades, extra nights in Athens or an extension to Santorini, we’ll help you shape a Greek island journey that feels distinctly your own.
Ready to start planning? Tell us who’s traveling and when you’d like to go, and let’s start shaping your private sailing journey through Greece.
why this trip?
Your Own Private Sailing Journey. This is a private charter for your own party, with dates chosen around your schedule. Each catamaran accommodates up to eight guests in four double staterooms, each with its own bathroom, and parties of nine to sixteen can be arranged across two boats. An experienced Greek captain and First Mate bring local knowledge and sailing expertise to the journey.
Curated experiences and a different side of Greece. Discover ancient temples, distinctive island towns, local markets and beautiful swimming spots, with opportunities to add experiences that match your interests. Visit a family-run winery or a bee farm, explore on foot or by bike, or spend more time discovering Athens before you sail. You can also consider a boat upgrade or a Santorini extension. We’ll help you find the right balance of exploration, activity and time to unwind.
Travel with Purpose. Every Traverse Journeys departure includes a contribution to a carefully selected Community Partner, supporting organizations creating meaningful impact in the destinations we visit. This journey includes a visit with Lighthouse Relief, Traverse’s community partner in Greece, along with a donation to support its work. The visit offers an opportunity to learn about the organization’s humanitarian response supporting people seeking safety in Greece and the work being done to provide dignified, respectful support.
testimonials
Your First Mate:
Captain Joy Sherman has been boating all her life. She has thousands of nautical miles under her, on both sail and power yachts.
While studying photography Joy spent her summers restoring wooden sailboats. After college she began a 4-year career of working aboard large luxury yachts up and down the East coast from Maine to Florida and the Caribbean and securing her USCG Master license. As well as chartering her own vessel during the summers in Connecticut, Joy has chartered over 25 vessels all over the world.
Joy has sailed in Greece multiple times before and loves the friendly people, the landscape and quaint villages. She’s eager to return and show others all the beauty on offer in this unique part of the world!
trip inclusions
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One night in a centrally located Athens hotel
Six nights aboard a privately chartered catamaran
Double-occupancy staterooms, each with its own bathroom
Four double staterooms per boat, with a second boat arranged for parties larger than eight
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Airport transfer on arrival day
Private transfer from Athens to the marina on boarding day
Return transfer at the end of the journey to your choice of Athens city, Athens Airport or the ferry connection for Santorini
Private transfers for the included Temple of Aphaia and Epidaurus excursions
Private catamaran charter through the Saronic Gulf and surrounding coastline
Dinghy transfers where needed in busier ports
Boat insurance, licensing and a safety briefing
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Welcome walking tour of Athens with a local guide
Welcome dinner in Athens
Sailing among the islands and coastal ports of the Saronic Gulf
Included excursion to the Temple of Aphaia, with entry ticket
Included excursion to the Epidaurus amphitheater, with entry ticket
Opportunities to swim, snorkel and paddleboard at selected stops
Time to explore island markets, historic sites, viewpoints, beaches and harbors
Opportunities to learn about sailing from your captain and First Mate
Visit with Lighthouse Relief, our local community partner
Donation to Lighthouse Relief
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Daily breakfast aboard the catamaran
Daily lunch aboard the catamaran
Welcome dinner in Athens
Farewell island feast
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Visit with our local community partner + donation to their organization
Dedicated and experienced Greek sailing captain + first mate
Boat insurance & licensing
Boat safety and information briefing
Traverse representative assisting you from booking to departure + Traverse host throughout itinerary
Small group experience, max 8 people per boat (max 2 boats)
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Customize your trip with additional experiences and extensions, including:
Athens food walking tour (requires an additional night before the itinerary)
Guided Acropolis visit
Family-owned winery visit and tasting
Local bee farm visit and honey tasting
Additional nights in Athens
Boat upgrades, subject to availability
Santorini extension with boutique accommodation, ferry travel and transfers
Optional experiences and extensions are arranged separately. We'll help you review availability and costs as part of planning your custom journey.
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International Airfare
Additional meals, excursions and activities not listed
Tips to your local guide, Traverse guide, drivers, etc.
Required travel insurance
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Your tour includes everything in the package above, including your catamaran, Greek Captain and First Mate. Bookings will be roomed double occupancy in the boat unless you prefer otherwise. Parties greater than 8 will require a second boat.
STARTING at $5995 per person, double occupancy
$5995 per person with 8 people
$9995 per person with 4 people
Final price will be determined on booking, impacted by total number of participants, rooming, season and additional inclusions.
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All prices are starting at and will be finalized on your booking.
Athens Food Tour on Day 1, approx. 6 hours - +$150 per person (requires an extra night)
The Acropolis guided walking tour on Day 2 before boarding the boat with entry ticket - +$95
Extra room night in Athens - +$295 (per room)
Wine Tour Visit & Tasting* - $50 per person
Bee Farm Visit & Tasting* - $50 per person
*Wine Tour & Bee Farm do not include transit; however, it is super easy and not expensive to get a taxi with fellow travelers. Your First Mate will assist in arranging.
Santorini
$995 per person, single occupancy. Each booking gets a solo room.
Includes:
2 nights accommodation at our hand-picked boutique Santorini hotel with views of the Caldera
A fast ferry to Santorini
Arrival transfer from ferry to hotel
Departure transfer from hotel to the airport or ferry
Breakfasts each day
A self-guided sunset hike on the famous Caldera trail
All of our best tips and tricks for your best experience in Santorini
SEE THE DAILY ITINERARY ON STELLER!
FAQS
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Your home for the week is a catamaran boat and consists of 4 double staterooms, each with its own head (toilet/shower). The beds in each stateroom are made up of two single mattresses side by side with bedding that will be made up as two single beds for friends or solo travelers or as one double bed for couples. Though the rooms are spacious from a boating perspective, they are very compact compared to a hotel room. There is enough room to sleep and store your clothes and luggage (soft case suitcases are the best) and that’s about it! Think of it like camping on water 🙂
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Since this trip has more limited capacity, we recommend you sign up at least 6 months in advance to ensure your spot is secure. That said, we're always happy to fit you in last minute if we can!
Terms & Conditions
Please refer to your Registration Packet for complete Terms & Conditions, which can also be obtained by submitting a request to hello@traversejourneys.com
Deposit
A $500 deposit per person per trip is required for each traveler to secure the booking. The deposit is non-refundable and non-transferrable unless otherwise indicated on booking with the exception of our 24-hour No Regrets policy. A booking is not final until you receive a final confirmation from us.
24-hour No Regrets Policy: If, within 24 hours of submitting your deposit, you decide to cancel your booking you may request a refund, which will be granted less transaction fees.
Payment
Payments can be made either by 1) Normal Payment terms of 50% due 30 days after booking and 50% due 90 days prior to departure or 2) Monthly terms of equal installments with a $10 per month fee. Payments options include ACH, wire, credit card or Zelle. Payee is responsible for all transaction or processing fees. Late payments are given a two-week grace period; after that a $10 per month late payment fee will be charged.
Cancellations Policy
Group Trips & Retreats: Cancellations, less the trip deposit, are refundable up to 120 days prior to the trip start date.
Custom and Self-Guided: All payments non-refundable. Requests for transfers may be considered in extenuating circumstances and may incur a change fee.
To cancel a booking, Traveler must submit a request to us in writing by email to hello@traversejourneys.com
Flexible Booking Policy Specific to COVID-19
In the wake of COVID-19, Traverse has implemented a flexible booking policy that allows for deposits and payments to be transferrable to the greatest extent possible to new trip dates should a recurrence of COVID-19 render travel impossible due to border closures and related travel restrictions.
Travel Insurance
The trip price does not include travel insurance. Trip protection-style travel insurance that includes travel medical coverage is required for all trips with Traverse. The coverage must have a minimum $150,000 of medical coverage and include injury, medical, evacuation, and repatriation. See more info at https://traversejourneys.com/insurance
Documents, Personal Identification, Vaccinations
Traveler assumes complete and full responsibility for all required travel documents including passport, visas, entry or exit fees, and vaccinations. Traveler is also solely responsible for any adverse consequences resulting from incomplete or defective documentation. Traverse does not cover the cost or assist in obtaining any of the above, and reserves the right to collect information on all.
