A perfect aegean escape
Half-Day Cruises
Short on time but don’t want to miss the magic of the Aegean?
Our half-day private cruises offer the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation — a few unforgettable hours exploring the turquoise waters and hidden coves around the Athenian Riviera.
Ideal for couples, small groups, or families, these cruises blend comfort, privacy, and freedom, allowing you to experience the Cyclades at their most beautiful, even on a tight schedule.
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Your HALF Day, Your Way
Choose your departure time — morning or afternoon — and set sail from the Athenian Riviera aboard your preferred vessel: catamaran, motor yacht, cabin cruiser, or RIB.
Enjoy swimming in crystal-clear bays, sunbathing on deck, and exploring sea caves and secluded beaches accessible only by boat. Highlights may include the turquoise waters around Vouliagmeni, hidden coves along the Riviera coastline, and a refreshing swim stop near Cape Sounio beneath the Temple of Poseidon — all accompanied by refreshing drinks and light snacks served on board.
Each half-day cruise is designed for comfort, flexibility, and ease, allowing you to experience the beauty of the Athens coastline at a relaxed pace. Whether it’s a short escape or a taste of adventure, it’s the perfect way to enjoy the Aegean in effortless style.
Amazing Itineraries
Discover the hidden gems of the Athenian Riviera and nearby islands on a day cruise from Athens. Your private boat will take you to breathtaking coves, crystal-clear bays, and secluded beaches accessible only by sea.
What’s Included
- Boat for private use
- Certified professional crew
- Fuel
- Soft drinks & wine
- Snorkeling equipment
- Towels
- Snacks and fruits, or a hot meal (depending on the boat)
Cape Sounio & Patroklos Island
Private cruise to Cape Sounio and the turquoise bays of Patroklos Island.
Cape Sounio
Patroklos Island
‣ Cape Sounio coastline, characterized by dramatic cliffs, open horizons, and deep blue waters, offering unforgettable sea views of the iconic Temple of Poseidon rising above the coast — one of the most striking landmarks of the Athenian Riviera.
‣ Natural lagoons around Patroklos Island, where shallow, crystal-clear waters and sheltered bays create ideal conditions for relaxed swimming, snorkeling, and peaceful moments floating at anchor in a quiet, unspoiled setting.
Vouliagmeni & Fleves Island
Private cruise along Vouliagmeni to the clear, calm waters of Fleves Island.
Vouliagmeni
Fleves Island
‣ Vouliagmeni coastline, renowned for its elegant shoreline, protected coves, and crystal-clear turquoise waters, offering ideal conditions for swimming, relaxation, and enjoying the refined atmosphere of the Athenian Riviera from the sea.
‣ Fleves Island lagoons, distinguished by their calm, shallow, and transparent waters, creating a serene setting for swimming, snorkeling, and peaceful anchoring away from the mainland.
Choose Your Vessel
Whatever your choice, each vessel is maintained to the highest standards of comfort, safety, and style.
The Ideal Short Escape
A half-day cruise offers all the beauty of the Athenian Riviera in just a few hours — sparkling waters, a sense of freedom, and the understated luxury of being at sea.
Whether you choose a morning adventure or a sunset escape, Athens Voyages ensures every detail is perfectly arranged for your enjoyment.
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Important Information
YACHT AVAILABILITY
The availability can change at any point. You will be able to proceed with a reservation only upon our reconfirmation of availability of the yacht. The Paros Voyages Team is at your disposal to answer any request you may have.
RESERVATION POLICY
For reservation an advance payment of 50% is needed, the remaining amount to be paid the latest 30 days before embarkation. The reservation can only be confirmed once we trace the advance payment on our account.
REQUIRED INFORMATION
– Name & billing address of the person that will pay in order to issue the invoice.
– All names, nationalities, dates of birth & passport numbers should be available to boat representatives & sent per email upon booking of the boat to prepare the Passenger List document required from the port authorities to get permission to charter.
– With the booking, we should be informed of any medical conditions or allergies the crew should be aware of.
EMBARKATION DETAILS
The embarkation port, time and the number of passengers are fixed in advance from the moment of the booking. Change in the embarkation port and/or time and extra guests on board upon boat owner’s discretion and may have an extra charge. At the moment of embarkation, you will be asked to settle any pending payment. Short safety instructions are given by the Captain and then your cruise begins. Please remember that all passengers should bring with them their ID/passport or a picture of them on their phone.
ITINERARY
Weather conditions permitting all the spots mentioned in each itinerary will be included but depending on wind conditions and direction, the captain has the right to modify the itinerary to make the cruise more enjoyable for the guests.
PRICING POLICY
The Cruise Price includes the yacht rental, Crew, all taxes, mooring fees if in harbors, fuel consumption of the itinerary selected, light snacks and soft drinks. On the catamaran & the traditional boat a hot meal is included. Prices vary according to the yacht type, size and the availability of the day. All prices are calculated based on the selected itinerary and with the price of fuel at the moment this email was composed. Please note that in case of a significant fuel price raise and/or itinerary change the day of the cruise, additional fuel cost would apply. The client will be informed and the difference must be paid the latest before embarkation. The client may choose not to pay the extra cost but in that case a shorter itinerary will be done in order to use the fuel paid.
CANCELLATION POLICY
In the unfortunate case of cancellation of the charter by the Charterer, for any reason, the following cancellation policy will apply depending on the time-interval between the booking confirmation and the cancellation date:
- Policy of “Dossier expenses’’ (Euro 300) will be applied for bookings cancelled in a time period up to 90 days prior to boat embarkation date.
- For bookings cancelled between 90 and 60 days prior to embarkation, 30% of the total cost of the cruise is charged.
iii. For bookings cancelled between 60 and 30 days prior to embarkation, 50% of the total cost of the charter is charged.
- For bookings cancelled less than 30 days prior to embarkation, 100% is charged.
- In case of customer NO-SHOW, the total cruise price will be charged.
In case the boat owner has to cancel the cruise due to a “Force Majeure” no cancellation fee will apply and the full amount paid will be refunded.
In case that the port authorities do not give permission to the captain to cruise due to bad weather conditions, the cruise will be postponed and customers will be proposed alternative dates within a range of 3-4 days before and after the desired date.
In case the customer does not want to accept any of the alternatives, the full amount paid will be refunded.
