Motor Yacht Charter
Private Motor Yacht Charter from Athens
8 motor yachts are available in Athens, 14 to 36 m long and taking 4 to 12 guests. Across Greece we list 10.
A motor yacht trades sails for engine power: modern, multi-deck and quick, it covers more coast in a week. Charters board at Alimos Marina, 40 minutes by road from Athens International Airport, for the Saronic Gulf or Southern Cyclades round trips.
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Motor yacht weekly rates in Athens: €15,400–€76,388 typical, from €11,900. All figures per week, plus APA; VAT may apply. Prices checked October 2026.
Cruising the Cyclades from Athens
Distances are straight-line nautical miles from Athens; the sailed route is longer.
Athens start
The Alimos marina gateway — most Cyclades charters set off from Athens, crossing to Kea by the first evening. Best for: First-time charters, easy flights, Cyclades departures.
Kea 33 nm
The closest Cyclade to Athens — sheltered bays and quiet tavernas, a gentle first hop out of the Saronic. Best for: Calm first nights, swimming, unhurried starts.
Mykonos 82 nm
Whitewashed lanes, windmills and buzzing beach clubs — an alternative base and the social heart of the Cyclades. Best for: Nightlife, beach clubs, a lively mid-charter stop.
Paros 85 nm
A whitewashed port town and long sandy bays at the heart of the Cyclades — relaxed anchorages with fine dining and windsurfing ashore. Best for: Families, dining, sheltered bays, watersports.
Naxos 93 nm
The greenest Cyclade — a Venetian old town, the marble Portara and mountain villages behind broad beaches. Best for: History, beaches, authentic island villages.
Ios 104 nm
A horseshoe harbour and turquoise coves on the run south toward Santorini — laid-back by day, lively by night. Best for: Swimming coves, sunsets, a stop before Santorini.
Santorini 122 nm
Anchor beneath the caldera cliffs for the Cyclades' most dramatic sunset — the classic finish to an island run. Best for: The caldera, sunsets, a headline final night.
When to Charter in Greece
The Greece charter season runs May to October. The Meltemi wind blows strongest in the Cyclades in July and August. Shoulder and best months typically cost 15–25% less than July and August; for peak weeks, book 6–12 months ahead.
| Month | Season | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| May | Shoulder | Warm weather, quieter bays, good value |
| June | Best | Sea 22–25°C, quieter than high summer |
| July | Peak | Warmest weather, busiest anchorages |
| August | Peak | Hottest and busiest month, highest rates |
| September | Best | Sea 24–27°C, less crowded than August |
| October | Shoulder | Quieter, softer weather, late-season value |
Motor Yacht Charter in Athens: FAQs
How much is a motor yacht charter in Athens per week?
Rates for motor yachts in Athens run €15,400–€76,388 typical, from €11,900 (per week, plus APA; VAT may apply). That is for the whole yacht, not per person. Prices checked October 2026.
How many motor yachts are based in Athens?
8 motor yachts list Athens as their home port, out of 10 across Greece.
What size are the motor yachts in Athens?
They take 4 to 12 guests in 2 to 5 cabins and range from 14 to 36 m in length.
When is the best time for a motor yacht charter in Athens?
The Greece charter season runs May to October. The Meltemi wind blows strongest in the Cyclades in July and August. June and September are the best months: warm weather, quieter anchorages and rates typically 15–25% below July and August.
What is included when you charter a motor yacht?
The weekly rate covers the yacht, standard equipment, linen and towels, and the crew and basic onboard service where the charter includes them. Food and drinks, the APA or provisioning package, port fees, fuel beyond the included allowance and crew gratuity are usually extra.