7 Day Greece Yacht Charter Itinerary: Athens to Mykonos and Santorini
From Athens through Kea, Mykonos, Paros and Ios to the caldera of Santorini: whitewashed villages, beach clubs, ancient Delos and the most famous sunset in the Mediterranean.
- Duration
- 7 Days / 6 Nights
- Departure
- Athens, Greece
- Best season
- May to October
- Route
- 8 stops
- Ideal for
- Couples, Groups of friends
In short
Island Hopping Through the Cyclades
A 7 day Greece yacht charter through the Cyclades starts in Athens and visits Kea, Mykonos, Delos, Paros, Ios and Santorini, either one way or as a loop back to Athens. Legs are two to four hours. May, June and September are the calmest months; in July and August the meltemi wind can be strong, so a motor yacht or large catamaran is recommended. A crewed week typically costs around €55,000 plus expenses.
The Cyclades are the Greece of postcards: white villages, blue domes and bare golden islands scattered across the Aegean. Athens is the main charter base, and the first island, Kea, is only two hours from the marina.
This route links the two most famous islands, Mykonos and Santorini, with the quieter charms of Kea, Paros and Ios in between. It can be run one way, with a flight home from Santorini, or as a loop.
- Couples
- Groups of friends
- Culture lovers
- Families
- Beach club lifestyle
Day by day
Your sample itinerary
In high summer your captain plans each leg around the meltemi wind. The route can swap in Milos, Sifnos or the Small Cyclades, and one way charters carry a repositioning fee that we confirm upfront.
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Day 1
Athens to Kea
Board at Alimos or Flisvos marina in Athens and cruise past the temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion to Kea, the closest of the Cyclades. Swim in a quiet bay and dine in the harbour of Vourkari.
- Athens embarkation
- Cape Sounion
- Kea
- Vourkari harbour
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Day 2
Kea to Mykonos via Delos
A longer morning passage east to Mykonos. Stop at Rhenia for a swim in clear shallows and visit the ruins of ancient Delos, birthplace of Apollo, before anchoring off Mykonos for the night.
- Rhenia swim stop
- Ancient Delos
- Mykonos town
- Little Venice sunset
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Day 3
Mykonos
A day for the south coast beaches. Lunch at a beach club in Psarou or Paraga with the yacht anchored in front, and an evening in the lanes of Mykonos town.
- Psarou
- Beach club lunch
- Windmills
- Mykonos nightlife
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Day 4
Paros and Antiparos
Cruise south to Paros and the fishing harbour of Naoussa. In the afternoon, anchor in the blue lagoon between Antiparos and Despotiko for swimming and water toys.
- Naoussa
- Antiparos lagoon
- Despotiko
- Seafood dinner
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Day 5
Ios
On to Ios and the long golden beach of Manganari on its south coast. Climb to the hilltop Chora for sunset or stay at anchor for a quiet barbecue on board.
- Manganari beach
- Ios Chora
- Sea caves
- Barbecue on deck
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Day 6
Santorini
Enter the flooded volcanic caldera of Santorini beneath cliffs topped with white villages. Swim at the hot springs, visit a winery ashore and watch the sunset over Oia from the water.
- Caldera cruise
- Hot springs
- Oia sunset
- Santorini wine
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Day 7
Santorini disembarkation
A last breakfast with the caldera view, then disembark in Santorini for a flight home, or begin the return leg to Athens on a longer charter.
- Caldera breakfast
- Fira
- Santorini disembarkation
The charter
What is included
Every Navélia charter is private and fully crewed. You receive a written price before you book, and the yacht is confirmed with a 50% deposit. How charter pricing works
- Private yacht with captain and crew
- Soft drinks, water and towels
- Onboard chef on most yachts, provisions paid from the APA
- Fuel, food, wine and port fees paid from the APA (advance provisioning allowance), charged additionally
- Water toys carried on board
- Airport transfers can be arranged (additional cost)
Greece week charter yachts and superyachts
Navélia books crewed multi day and weekly charters in Greece, from 20 metre crewed yachts to 100 metre flagship superyachts, drawn live from a worldwide fleet of 1,300+ vessels. Every charter includes full crew; most weekly rates fall between €40,000 and €130,000, and flagship superyachts reach €3,000,000.
Questions
Planning this route
When is the best time for a Cyclades yacht charter?
May to October. June and September offer warm seas and gentler winds. In July and August the meltemi wind blows from the north and can be strong, so itineraries are planned around it.
Can a Greek charter end in Santorini instead of Athens?
Yes. One way charters from Athens to Santorini or Mykonos are common. The yacht charges a repositioning fee for the return trip, which we quote before you book.
How much does a week in the Greek islands cost?
A crewed week in the East Mediterranean typically costs around €55,000, with most yachts between €35,000 and €100,000 and superyachts from €100,000 to more than €500,000 per week. Greek VAT and an advance provisioning allowance are charged additionally.
Motor yacht or catamaran for the Cyclades?
Distances between islands are longer than in the Ionian, so a motor yacht covers this route most comfortably in one week. Large catamarans are a good choice for families who prefer a slower pace with fewer islands.
Make this route yours
Tell us your dates and group size. We reply with available yachts and a written price in about 10 minutes.
