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Chartering Greece

Greece is the sailor’s Mediterranean — more islands than any single charter could exhaust. The Cyclades offer wind and drama, the Ionian gentle green calm, and the Saronic easy access from Athens. The season runs long and rewards both the serious sailor and those simply chasing beauty.

Best timeMay – October
RegionMediterranean
Ideal forCharter under sail

The cruising ground

The marquee anchorages and harbours of Greece. Select a point on the map to read about it.

01

Mykonos

Cosmopolitan and lively — the windmills, the old town, and the most celebrated social scene in the Aegean.

02

Santorini

The caldera at sunset is one of the great sights in the Mediterranean, best seen at anchor beneath the cliffs.

03

Paros

The heart of the Cyclades — traditional villages, fine beaches, and excellent sailing in every direction.

04

Hydra

Car-free, timeless and effortlessly chic. The horseshoe harbour draws yachts and artists alike, an easy sail from Athens.

05

Corfu & the Ionian

A gentler, greener Greece — Corfu, Paxos and Antipaxos offer sheltered, calm waters and exceptional anchorages.

Sample itineraries for Greece

The difference between a good charter and an unforgettable one is knowing where to be, and when — the anchorages worth the detour, the timing that avoids the crowds, the table worth booking ahead. Tell us your dates and we’ll send a sample itinerary built around them.

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Charter Greece

The yachts that sail these waters are among the finest afloat — and the best weeks are taken early. Tell us your dates and we’ll match you with crewed yachts available for Greece, and send a considered selection.

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