Athens Day Cruise: Saronic Gulf Tradition

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Embark on an unforgettable Athens mini cruise through the Saronic Gulf, discovering the hidden gems of Hydra, Poros, and Aegina. Join us for the ultimate Greek island hopping experience!

Duration: 11 hours, 30 minutes

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

WMPP+R6 Kallithea - Since 1965 – Because Experience Matters. A Classic for a Reason.
Explore the original one-day cruise from Athens to the breathtaking Saronic Gulf islands of Hydra, Poros, and Aegina—a journey we’ve proudly offered since 1965. This all-inclusive day trip blends sightseeing, local culture, and relaxation into a single itinerary…

What's Included

Full-day cruise to Hydra, Poros, and Aegina
Lunch included
Free time on the islands to explore or swim
Live music and entertainment

What's Not Included

Private transportation
Drinks and breakfast
Guided tours in Hydra and Aegina (extra fees apply)

Additional Information

Athens Day Cruise is not merely a journey—it’s a cherished tradition. Since 1965, this all-day cruise to the islands of Hydra, Poros, and Aegina has become a favorite classic for travelers eager to explore the heart of the Saronic Gulf. Throughout the years, every aspect onboard has been refined to offer guests a relaxing, enriching, and memorable…

Location

WMPP+R5 Kallithea

Marina Delta Kalithea

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings

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Alrayes

Oct 21, 2025

Lovely trip - We had an amazing trip. The weather was beautiful and everything was well organized and on time. Food was perfect and staff were super friendly.

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Daydream613407

Sep 20, 2025

A super experience. - Great, great value for money. Everything is well organized, the crew are very friendly On the small islands there is not too much time, but not bad to get a quick idea of the place. The food is very good.

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Diana_s

Nov 16, 2025

Worth it for the transportation only - Happy for the hotel pickup and sea transport, But the onboard experience was meh. The buffet was very mediocre for Greece: chicken legs, fish and rice. The entertainment was largely a DJ. The seating inside was plastic wicker style chairs and outside, the woven chairs were tattered and worn. I only recommend this ferry trip for the transportation. However, we saw other high speed nicer ferries.

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Jdickson6570

Sep 18, 2025

Tour was a long time on... - Tour was a long time on the boat and not a lot of time on each island. All was fine until it was time to return to our hotel. We were told by the tour guide that they would drop us off two blocks from our hotel. That two blocks was actually 8 blocks long up hill in the dark on crooked sidewalks. I’m 80 years old and that was a terrible way to end our day.

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Michelle_n

Sep 18, 2025

Long time on a big boat - Firstly if you are not an on time person you may need to rethink doing this trip. Our coach arrived to our pick up location about 15 minutes early and I’m sure that if we hadn’t been waiting the bus would’ve left without us. Next, if you are looking for a small, intimate experience then this is not for you. The boat is quite large and crowded. While there is enough space for everyone, the outside decks are very busy. Food and drinks are available on board at reasonable prices, and the crew are very friendly and polite. The included lunch is buffet style and we were disappointed with the food. The 3 islands visited are beautiful but due to timing you really only get a taste of each. Most of the day is spent on the boat. Would I do this trip again? No Would I recommend to others? Probably not.

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98bilh

Sep 16, 2025

Book a driver with a taxi - Tour was good, pick up from the hotel was great. Going back to the hotel was not ideal nor helpful. Added 1 hour to the journey when I paid an additional £140 for the service. I would have been better booking a private taxi to go straight there.

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Sabramariad

Nov 8, 2025

Would be okay if more reasonably priced - time spent on the boat is excessive - I came into the 3 island tour with my disabled mother who is ambulant and can work short distances. Staff did try their best to be helpful. Most of the staff are lovely but in all honesty I do think the drinks are a bit expensive. I feel they could do a discount drinks package. They charge $4.50 for Pepsi max that can you buy cold from a shop for 88 cents. Even tea is over 3 euros My issue is (yes we booked through l turbopass so got a fairly generous discount but the journey between islands takes 9 hours including coach transfers just so you can spend 3 hours across the islands . We didn't make it to Poros due to weather conditions and safety which I understand (it's November we took our chances). The pick up is included and is close to accomodation but for the price you pay they could afford to fork out on taxis rather than $hit bus. I'd love to visit the individual islands again but economically I feel it's better to take a ferry. I feel ripped off and was disappointed . Hydra was great to snorkel , Aegina was picturesque Yes they do try to break up the journey with Greek dancing and a dj but at this point I was exhausted and just couldn't engage. Ended up spending half the boat trip asleep. It feels like there's a lack of transparency in terms of add ons at every opportunity arc when you board they try to take a photo (I refused - I'm autistic and hate having photos taken) . You have to pay extra €€ for tours (we knew about this in advance. The food was stunning and plenty of ice for drinks but seriously consider is it worth it ? I'd say no. Also the $hity coach driver dropping me off at end of excursion nearly hit me whilst I walked across the road when the green man was in so yeah cherry on top really.

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Dylan_h

Oct 10, 2025

Do Not Book - Massive cruise ship for 500 people that somehow still did not have enough seating for everyone. Also the first floor smelled like gasoline while outside there were smokers everywhere. The lunch was cold and mediocre and they try and upsell you on packages and excursions at least 5 times.

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Tiffany_h

Oct 3, 2025

Unless you just like to spend money to just walk - DO NOT BOOK THIS CRUISE!!!!! It is a complete waste of your day. Poor advisement, poor management, poor customer service. It advised water activities yet your not able to do it. They charge you for the boat ride only when you get on you start paying for everything. They charge for food, drinks and to site seeing. Lunch is included but mind you the tour is almost 12 hours long and lunch is serve in the morning. The lunch is cold so there's that they are not very accomading. However if you want to sail for money then go ahead I would recommend skipping the excursion and doing it yourself but you've been warned.

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Jenny_t

Sep 19, 2025

Never even managed the... - Never even managed the Tour.... Tour guide turned up much earlier than viator stated so now I'm being given the runaround by viator trying to get a refund.... wish me luck

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