Anchorage at Cape Sounio at the southern tip of the Athens Riviera, superyachts at anchor in deep-blue water with the Attic headlands behind.
Athens · Private day on the water

Private Boat Tours in Athens — Crewed Wally, Pardo & Riva from Astir Marina & Glyfada

Half-day, full-day and sunset cruises along the Athens Riviera and Saronic islands. Five-star crew, premium provisions, intimate fleet — limited to six guests for comfort.

See the fleet

A private day on a hand-picked fleet of luxury powerboats — Wally, Pardo, Riva, De Antonio and Fairline — departing from Astir Marina Vouliagmeni, Glyfada and Lavrio. Cruise the Athens Riviera and the Saronic islands at your own pace, with a private crew of two.

This is not a shared cruise or a mass-market boat tour. The boats are limited to six guests for comfort. The crew are ex-superyacht professionals trained to brokerage standards. The food is provisioned from the same suppliers that stock our weekly-charter yachts. The route is planned around your day and the weather, not a fixed schedule.

Aris Drivas Yachting has been brokering Mediterranean yacht charters since 1972. The day-tour fleet is operated by a long-standing Athens partner; the booking, the crew briefing and the guest experience are managed end-to-end by your ADY broker. One point of contact, brokerage standards throughout.

Where we collect you

  • Glyfada MarinaAthens Riviera marina, primary day-tour departure point. ~30 minutes from central Athens.
  • Astir Marina VouliagmeniPremium marina adjacent to Four Seasons Astir Palace, Vouliagmeni.
  • Flisvos MarinaMarina on the southern edge of central Athens, close to the tram line.
  • Lavrio MarinaEast-Attica marina ~50 minutes from central Athens; gateway to the Cyclades.
  • Four Seasons Astir PalaceFive-star resort on Vouliagmeni peninsula; guest pickup arranged on request to the adjacent Astir Marina.
  • One & Only AesthesisFive-star beachfront resort in Glyfada; guest pickup arranged on request to Glyfada or Flisvos marinas.
  • Cape SounioAnchorage below the Temple of Poseidon; classic sunset destination.
  • Moni AnchorageSmall protected anchorage off Aegina, popular Saronic day stop.
  • Aegina TownMain port town of Aegina island; lunch stop on Saronic day-tour itineraries.

Pickup from Four Seasons Astir Palace, One & Only Aesthesis, Cape Sounio Resort, Grand Hyatt, Hotel Grande Bretagne and most Riviera hotels arranged on request.

The fleet

Pardo 43 walkaround running off the Athens Riviera.

Pardo 43

LOA
13.1 m
Guests
8
Base
Glyfada

The Riviera benchmark — quiet, fast, broad walk-around deck. Best-in-class sun pads.

from 3,850

Wally One 44 day boat moored off Vouliagmeni.

Wally One 44

LOA
13.4 m
Guests
8
Base
Glyfada

The contemporary aesthete's choice — minimal lines, generous shade, soft ride.

from 2,850

De Antonio 42 with bow cabin and quiet outboards.

De Antonio 42

LOA
12.6 m
Guests
8
Base
Glyfada / Lavrio

Outboard-quiet, Spanish-Mediterranean styling, easy on shallow anchorages.

from 3,250

Pardo 38 alongside, sun pad forward.

Pardo 38

LOA
11.5 m
Guests
8
Base
Glyfada

The smaller Pardo — same quiet ride, leaner package, ideal for couples + 4.

from 2,850

Fairline 53 flybridge in Saronic waters.

Fairline 53

LOA
16.1 m
Guests
8
Base
Glyfada

Two-deck classic — flybridge dining, full galley, more cover for warm-weather days.

from 2,650

Step up to a crewed yacht for the day

Four of our weekly-charter yachts are available for a private day from their Athens base when the season allows. Subject to availability — please confirm 48-72 hours ahead.

Sample days

Anchored off Moni in the Saronic at midday.

Saronic day — Aegina & Moni

Glyfada → Moni → Aegina → Glyfada · full day

A full day in the Saronic — anchor at Moni's marine reserve, lunch in Aegina Town, easy sunset return.

  • Swim and snorkel at Moni's protected anchorage
  • Lunch ashore at Aegina Town (your reservation or ours)
  • Soft golden-hour run back along the Riviera
From 3,600
Temple of Poseidon above Cape Sounio at sunset, from a boat at anchor.

Cape Sounio & the Temple of Poseidon

Astir → Cape Sounio → Astir · sunset

Half-day or sunset run to the southern tip of Attica — anchor below the temple at golden hour.

  • Quiet east-coast cruise from Astir or Glyfada
  • Anchor under the Temple of Poseidon for sunset
  • Champagne on deck while the temple turns gold
From 2,200

Everything onboard

Indicative rates

Rates depend on boat, duration and route. Below is the starting range for Athens-based departures. Final price is quoted with your itinerary.

DurationFromUp to
Half-day€2,650€3,850
Full-day€3,100€4,500
Sunset€1,950€2,850

Half-day, full-day, sunset. Up to eight guests on protocol-of-ten boats — we cap at six for comfort. Longer or one-way transfers (Athens → Hydra, Athens → Mykonos) quoted separately. Rates net of broker commission; fuel for routes beyond 50nm and a cleaning charge for overnight stays are additional. No APA.

Questions

How much notice do I need to book?+

For peak summer weekends, two weeks is comfortable; mid-week dates often open up 48 hours ahead. Same-day enquiries are welcome and answered within the hour during business hours.

What happens if the weather turns?+

We track the forecast for 48 hours before departure. If conditions are unsafe or materially below the experience you booked, we offer a date change at no charge or a full refund, your choice.

Can I be picked up from my hotel?+

Yes — most Riviera hotels (Four Seasons Astir Palace, Cape Sounio Resort, Grand Hyatt, Hotel Grande Bretagne and others) are arranged on request. Tell your broker where you're staying.

How many guests can come?+

Eight on the larger boats, six on the smaller Pardo 38, six on the Wally One 44. We typically cap at six for comfort regardless of protocol — ask if your party is larger.

Can I bring food, drink, or a cake?+

Yes — let your broker know in advance so the crew can chill, plate or accommodate. Outside catering is also available for full-day bookings.

Are children OK?+

Welcome. Lifejackets in sizes XS up are aboard. Tell us ages so the crew briefs the day appropriately.

Do you do one-way transfers (Athens → Hydra, Athens → Mykonos)?+

Yes — usually as a same-day cruise that finishes at your destination. Mykonos is feasible in good weather; Hydra is straightforward. Quoted separately because they're longer days and add fuel.

Is the boat fully private?+

Always. We never share a day-tour boat between unrelated guests.

What is the cancellation policy?+

100% refund if cancelled more than 15 days before departure; 50% refund between 8 and 15 days; no refund within 8 days of departure. A €200 dossier fee always applies. Weather-related cancellations are exempt — see the weather question above.

What makes ADY different from other day-tour operators in Athens?+

Aris Drivas Yachting has been brokering Mediterranean charters since 1972. Every day-tour booking is handled by a named broker end-to-end, with the same crew briefings, provisioning standards and follow-up we apply to weekly charter. You get a brokerage relationship, not a transaction.

Make tomorrow the day on the water