The cruise takes place on a sailing yacht 12–15 metres in length, accommodating 6–10 passengers. On board: a cabin for changing, toilet, fresh water, sun awning, a ladder for entering the water. The captain is licensed and experienced.
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Cruise Route
A yacht cruise: secluded coves, a seaside village and an uninhabited nature reserve. ⛵
↓ Below — a detailed itinerary with travel times
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Hotel → Marina
09:00–10:00
Transfer and departure
Transfer from hotel to the marina. Meeting the skipper, a brief safety briefing — and we set sail.
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Coves of Aegina
11:30–12:30
Swimming and snorkelling
Secluded coves: Swimming and snorkelling in crystal-clear water. Coves accessible only from the sea.
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Village of Agia Marina
13:00–14:00
Lunch and a walk
Lunch at a taverna: Fresh seafood, salads, wine by the sea. A stroll through the village, the Monastery of St Nectarios.
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Moni Island — a nature paradise
14:30–16:30
Uninhabited island
Wild animals: Goats, deer, peacocks — accustomed to people and happy to take treats from your hand.
Walking and swimming: Hiking trails with panoramic views, swimming straight off the yacht.
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Return to Athens
19:30–20:00
Return to Athens
Return: Arrival at the Athens marina by evening.
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The Island of Aegina
Coves, history, myths and pistachios
One of the most ancient centres of Greek history — Europe's first coins, myths of Zeus and bathing in coves accessible only from the sea. ▶ Watch the video presentation
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Aegina is not simply an island. It is one of the most ancient and significant centres of Greek history. In the 7th century BC Aegina became the first Greek polis to mint silver coins. According to myth, Zeus abducted the nymph Aegina and carried her to this island, where she bore Aeacus — one of the judges of the underworld.
The first stop on Aegina is at one of the secluded coves accessible only from the sea. The yacht drops anchor in a calm lagoon: crystal-clear water with visibility all the way to the bottom, pine trees descending to the water’s edge providing natural shade and the scent of resin, smooth rocks ideal for diving, and utter silence — only the lapping of waves and the cry of seagulls.
After a rest on the water we head to the little village of Agia Marina (“Saint Marina”). White houses alternate with green hills descending to the sea, and the streets are awash with flowers. Lunch at a taverna — fresh seafood, salads, chilled white wine and the sound of the surf. Optionally — the Monastery of Saint Nectarios, one of Greece’s most revered pilgrimage sites.
According to myth, Zeus abducted the beautiful nymph Aegina, taking the form of fire, and carried her to this island. Here she bore Aeacus — a future king so just that after death the gods appointed him judge in the realm of the dead. The island was formerly called Oenone, but the nymph’s name proved stronger.
The jealous Hera poisoned the island’s water and the people of Aegina perished. King Aeacus fell to his knees before the sacred oak of Zeus and prayed: “Grant me as many subjects as there are ants upon this tree.” By morning the island was filled with people — Myrmidons, “ant warriors.” The very Myrmidons whom Achilles would later command beneath the walls of Troy.
In the 6th century BC Aegina became a trading superpower and the first European polis to mint its own coinage — a silver “tortoise.” Despite an eternal rivalry with Athens, in 480 BC Aeginetan triremes stood alongside Athenian ones at the Battle of Salamis and helped rout the fleet of Xerxes. And in 1827 Aegina became the first capital of free Greece — here sat the government of Kapodistrias and the first newspapers of the new state were printed.
The Island of Moni
An uninhabited reserve and paradise
The divine island of Moni — a place you will remember as a trip to paradise. Wild goats, deer and peacocks. ▶ Watch the video presentation
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The island’s name, “Moni” translates as “monastery.” It belongs to the Monastery of Chrysoleontissa on Aegina. In Greek the word “monastery” means solitude — and this uninhabited island embodies the very idea of seclusion amid divine nature.
The only permanent inhabitants of this reserve are wild animals and birds: goats roam freely across the island, deer are the graceful inhabitants of the forests, peacocks fan their tails in the sun. They are so accustomed to visitors that they take food straight from your hand. Bring carrots and apples!
Hiking enthusiasts can climb to the highest point of the island, from which stunning panoramic views open across the entire Saronic Gulf. The trail passes through a pine forest — the walk takes about 40 minutes.
The alternative to walking — swimming straight off the yacht in the crystal-clear waters off the shore of Moni. The water is so transparent that the bottom is visible at a depth of several metres. On Moni time flows differently. No cars, no noise, no bustle — only nature, the sea and silence.
The Yacht and Conditions
Comfort on the water and what is included
A sailing yacht, captain, snorkelling gear, drinks — everything for a perfect day on the water. ▶ Watch the video presentation
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The cruise takes place on a sailing yacht of medium size, equipped for a comfortable day on the water. When the wind is favourable, one can sail under canvas — a special pleasure. The yacht has cabins for changing, a toilet, fresh water for rinsing, a spacious deck for relaxation, a sun awning, a ladder for entering the water and snorkelling gear.
Included in the price: yacht charter with captain/crew, fuel and all port fees, snorkelling gear (masks, snorkels), drinking water and soft drinks, insurance. Lunch in Agia Marina is paid separately — expect €15–25 per person.
What to bring: swimwear, a towel, sun cream, a hat, comfortable shoes for walking on the island, a camera, cash for lunch and souvenirs. Carrots and apples — for the wild animals on Moni!
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to hourfrequently asked questions about the yacht cruise
Yes, children are usually delighted! They especially enjoy the island of Moni with its wild animals. Life jackets in appropriate sizes are available for children. We recommend recommended age is 6 and above.
Included: drinking water and soft drinks on board. Lunch is paid separately in Agia Marina — expect €15–25 per person. The yacht has a refrigerator.
Yacht cruise price
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Yacht Cruise Photo Gallery
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Aegina
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Swimming
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Agia Marina
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Myth of Aegina
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Moni
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Moni
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Nature
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Swimming
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History
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Aegina
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Beach
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