Saronic Island Cruise

A carefree one-day cruise from the capital to three nearby picturesque islands of the Saronic Gulf. You will visit Hydra, the haven of the artistic world and favorite jet set destination, the quaint island of Poros and the historic Aegina, an island that was a major naval force during antiquity and now has the ruins to prove it. At each location you are afforded some time for sightseeing, picking up mementos and exploring at your own pace. Buffet lunch is included and served on board and optional excursions on the islands are offered upon request. With three islands in one day and a luxurious vessel to traverse the crystal clear waters of the Saronic Gulf, this is an unmissable opportunity! 

Pick up / drop off service from most of the hotels in Athens 7.30 a.m. Transfer by motor coach from Athens to Piraeus and embark on the cruise ship. 8.00 a.m. Sail for the island of Hydra. 11:20 a.m. Arrival in Hydra island. In Hydra you have free time for a stroll, shopping or swimming. Note: Upon arrival in Hydra you can either walk around the main town or join the excursion that this cruise has to offer, at an additional cost (more information can be found below). 1:00 p.m. Departure from Hydra island. Lunch is served after sailing. 2:00 p.m. Arrival and short stop in Poros island. 3:00 p.m. Departure from Poros island. 4:15 p.m. Arrival in Aegina island. Note: Upon arrival in Aegina you can either walk around the main town or join one of the excursions that this cruise has to offer, at an additional cost (more information can be found below). Finally, re-embark for the trip back. 6:15 p.m. Departure from Aegina island. 7.45 p.m. Arrival at Marina Flisvos and transfer to Athens. Departure at approximately 8:00 am – Return at approximately 07:45 pm

• Classical tour (Aegina) : Start your classical tour with a Guided Bus Tour of the island, starting with a visit to the Temple of Aphaia which is the best preserved temple in Greece and one of the 3 temples forming the famous “Sacred Triangle” of Greek antiquity. Built on top of a pine tree covered hill, it offers the most magnificent view over the island, the Saronic Gulf, Piraeus and Salamina Island. Our guide will tell you the fascinating story of the intriguing history of this beautiful temple and then from there we make a small stop for photographs to the Church of Saint Nektarios, where you can admire its beautiful Byzantine architecture. On our way back to Aegina Port you will have the time to relax and appreciate the exquisite peaceful nature of the island.
• Panoramic tour (Aegina): Drive across the entire island (without visiting the archaeological site) admiring the beauty of its nature, the famous Aegina pistachio groves, the island’s medieval capital of Paleohora and the Saint Nektarios Monastery. Final stop is at a local taverna at the port to enjoy some meze and tsipouro.
• Swimming excursion (Aegina): Enjoy a soft drink while we transfer you by our company’s speedboat to the coast of Moni, 7 minutes away from the port, to a private organized beach with umbrellas which is ideal not only for swimming but also for enjoying the natural beauty and landscape filled with pine trees. You can swim in the crystal clear blue waters and enjoy the sandy beach next to peacocks and if you are lucky you can see the deer enjoying the landscape as well.