Do you offer one-way charters?

Due to the limited sailing season (May to October), our weekly bookings are often fully booked for peak season. While a one-way charter is possible, it can be challenging due to unpredictable weather, making it difficult to guarantee a specific drop-off island. Moreover, you would likely need to disembark on Thursday morning since we would…

Are some islands too far to sail to?

Our catamarans are based in Athens, offering guests a variety of sailing options and convenient international access via the Athens airport. While the Cyclades route is possible, it demands optimal conditions due to long sailing times, strong winds, and potentially rough seas. Hence, we often recommend the Saronic route, known for its beautiful islands, shorter…

Why is the Saronic route popular?

All of our charters are round trip from Athens because it gives guests a lot of fantastic island options, the sailing is usually calm, and it is much easier to fly into and out of internationally.   While we do offer the Cyclades Route, it requires perfect weather conditions because of the long sailing times and…

Can we sail to Santorini?

Santorini is an incredibly beautiful and unique island, however, it is best experienced by staying in one of its amazing villas on the cliffside overlooking the Aegean. We’ve also found that past guests believe one or two nights is plenty of time to see everything the island has to offer. In addition to its incredible…

What days do we leave from and return to the marina?

Our standard departure schedule is for you to set sail from Athens on Sunday morning and return to the marina in Athens on the following Friday afternoon/late afternoon. We also offer the option to board and disembark on Saturday so that our guests have a place to stay prior to and after the charter. Standard…

How does weather impact the islands we visit?

The weather and winds play a crucial role in the islands you’ll visit during your charter. This is the main reason we mention that it’s not possible to plan your route prior to arriving in Athens. When you board your boat in Athens, we recommend speaking with your captain and letting him know which type…

What routes and islands can I sail?

Your tailored island-hopping itinerary ensures the exploration of a new Saronic Gulf or Cyclades island daily in the Aegean Sea. Departing in the mid-to-late morning, you’ll sail for approximately 2-5 hours, depending on the route and winds, with opportunities to anchor in serene coves for a swim, relaxation, and lunch. By the afternoon, you’ll reach…

What is your cancellation policy?

All payments to Greek Seas are non-refundable in case of guest-initiated cancellations. We strongly recommend that our clients purchase travel insurance in case of illness or other common causes of travel interruption. However, we understand that most insurance companies do not cover events like COVID pandemic. As a result, we offer a flexible rebooking policy if…

Can I join another group’s trip?

Drawing from our experience and guest feedback, we’ve found that it isn’t ideal for small groups or couples who are not acquainted to share a sailing catamaran for a week. Despite ample space, spending an extended period in close quarters with less familiar individuals can be challenging, especially considering differing preferences in schedules and activities.…