Athens by boat: Aegina, Agistri and the Saronic Gulf

You’re going to love Athens

Athens is the capital of Greece: a city of ancient monuments, lively neighbourhoods and tavernas, with Piraeus, its large port, a short way from the centre. It is a city you can enjoy on foot and also from the water.

The Saronic islands are close. From Marina Zeas, in Piraeus, a day cruise on a wooden sailing boat reaches Aegina and Agistri, with a swim stop, a Greek lunch on board and none of the crowds of a ferry.

The 5 best reasons to visit Athens

1. 1

   The Acropolis and the old cityThe Parthenon and the ancient sites are among the most visited monuments in the world, and the historic centre is easy to walk.

2. 2

   A port on your doorstepPiraeus is the port of Athens, and the day cruise leaves from Marina Zeas, a short way from the centre.

3. 3

   Islands a day awayAegina and Agistri, in the Saronic Gulf, can be visited in a single day by boat.

4. 4

   Greek foodTavernas, markets and bakeries: lunch on our cruise is a traditional Greek meal served on board.

5. 5

   Sun and seaSummers are hot and dry, so a day on the water is one of the best ways to spend them.

What to do in Athens

• Visit the Acropolis and the ParthenonThe great monument of the city, on the hill above the old town. Entrance tickets are bought separately.
• Stroll through the old townPlaka and Monastiraki mix small streets, shops and cafés below the Acropolis.
• Taste Greek foodFrom a simple souvlaki to a long taverna lunch, eating is part of the visit.
• Sail to Aegina and AgistriA day cruise from Piraeus with time on shore, a swim and snorkel stop and lunch on board.
• Swim in the Saronic GulfThe cruise stops at Metopi, Moni or Aponisos, chosen by the captain on the day, for a swim in clear water.