Koropi Trip Overview
The islands of the Saronic Gulf have history from 3500BC and are the most easily accessible islands by sailing yacht from Athens. The Saronic Gulf and the nearby Argolis prefecture of the Peloponnese mainland are an ideal destination for shorter trips from Athens and are also recommended for less experienced sailors due to the short distances involved and the relatively mild winds in comparison to other sailing areas in Greece.
This sailing adventure, goes far beyond mere island hopping. It’s a unique traveling experience that allows you to immerse in the local culture, learn a thing or two about the history of the places you visit and explore way beyond each island’s marina. Sail along the Peloponnesian coast, visit all major islands along the way, explore superb swimming and snorkeling locations and savor amazing food.
Additional Info
Duration: 9 days
Starts: Koropi, Greece
Trip Category: Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours >> Sailing Trips
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What to Expect When Visiting Koropi, Attica, Greece
The islands of the Saronic Gulf have history from 3500BC and are the most easily accessible islands by sailing yacht from Athens. The Saronic Gulf and the nearby Argolis prefecture of the Peloponnese mainland are an ideal destination for shorter trips from Athens and are also recommended for less experienced sailors due to the short distances involved and the relatively mild winds in comparison to other sailing areas in Greece.
This sailing adventure, goes far beyond mere island hopping. It’s a unique traveling experience that allows you to immerse in the local culture, learn a thing or two about the history of the places you visit and explore way beyond each island’s marina. Sail along the Peloponnesian coast, visit all major islands along the way, explore superb swimming and snorkeling locations and savor amazing food.
Itinerary
Day 1: Athens
Stop At: Acropolis, Via Dionysiou Areopagitou Str., Athens 105 58 Greece
The Acropolis of Athens and its monuments are universal symbols of the classical spirit and civilization and form the greatest architectural and artistic complex bequeathed by Greek Antiquity to the world. In the second half of the fifth century bc, Athens, following the victory against the Persians and the establishment of democracy, took a leading position amongst the other city-states of the ancient world. In the age that followed, as thought and art flourished, an exceptional group of artists put into effect the ambitious plans of Athenian statesman Pericles and, under the inspired guidance of the sculptor Pheidias, transformed the rocky hill into a unique monument of thought and the arts. The most important monuments were built during that time: the Parthenon, built by Ictinus, the Erechtheon, the Propylaea, the monumental entrance to the Acropolis, designed by Mnesicles and the small temple Athena Nike.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Acropolis Museum, Dionysiou Areopagitou 15, Athens 117 42 Greece
The Acropolis Museum is an archaeological site-specific museum, housing more than 3.000 famous artefacts from the Athenian Acropolis, the most significant sanctuary of the ancient city. Located in the historical area of Makriyianni, southeast of the Rock of the Acropolis, the Museum narrates the story of life on the Rock from prehistoric times until the end of Antiquity. From its opening in June 2009 until March 2012 more than 4 million local and foreign visitors have passed through the Museum’s doors. Architect Bernard Tschumi’s new Acropolis Museum replaced the old Museum on the Rock of the Acropolis. The new museum has a total area of 25,000 square meters, with exhibition space of over 14,000 square meters, approximately ten times the size of the old Museum.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Athens, Athens, Attica
Visit Syntagma Square.
Athens’ central square is a great place to stop by to orient yourself to the city (and if you’re interested, there’s a simple-but-cheap-and-tasty restaurant called Aspro Alogo a few streets away that we really enjoyed).
Syntagma Square is overlooked by the Greek Hellenic Parliament, where you can find the constantly-guarded Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. If you time your visit right, you can even watch the changing of the guard!
Wander through the National Gardens.
Athens’ National Gardens are located directly behind the parliament building, are completely free to enter, and are a quiet and peaceful escape from the crowds you’ve likely experienced during your morning at the Acropolis.
Take your time wandering through the tranquil gardens, and eventually make your way to the exit located near the Panathenaic Stadium.
Then you will have dinner at a local Taverna
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Dinner
Accommodation included: 4-star Hotel
Day 2: Athens – Lavrion
Stop At: Temple of Poseidon, Cape Sounio, Sounio 195 00 Greece
Wake up and head east. You will visit the majestic Cape Sounion, a strategic point rising above the Aegean sea about 70 kilometers away from Athens in the southern region of Attica, was known by Ancient Greeks as the “Sacred Cape.” On top of this 60 meter cliff stands one of the most important sanctuaries in the region: the temple dedicated to Poseidon, God of the Sea.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Lavrio, Lavrio, East Attica Region, Attica
You will then head towards Lavrio and the sailing boat where you will meet with the captain and board the sailing boat. You will set sails towards Aegina island and have lunch onboard.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch: light
Accommodation included: Sailing Boat
Day 3: Aegina
Stop At: Aegina, Aegina, Saronic Gulf Islands, Attica
Breakfast is provided onboard and ta small walk on the island. Then you sail and you make quick stop to swim and then a second stop to have light lunch at a local restaurant and then sail towards Hydra.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch: light
Accommodation included: Sailing boat
Day 4: Hydra
Stop At: Hydra, Hydra, Saronic Gulf Islands, Attica
Breakfast is provided onboard and then stroll around Hydra island and if you like visit the local museum and walk the seaside trail. You will have light lunch onboard and then sail towards Spetses.
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch: light
Accommodation included: Sailing Boat
Day 5: Spetses
Stop At: Spetses, Spetses, Saronic Gulf Islands, Attica
Breakfast is provided onboard and then stroll around the Spetses island, if you like get on a wagon with horses and walk the seaside path between the new and the old port. You will have light lunch onboard and then you set sails towards Porto Cheli.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch: light
Accommodation included: Sailing Boat
Day 6: Porto Cheli
Stop At: Porto Cheli, Porto Cheli, Argolis Region, Peloponnese
Breakfast is provided onboard and then explore Porto Cheli. Set sails towards Dokos island and weather permitted you will BBQ on the beach.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Sailing Boat
Day 7: Poros
Stop At: Poros, Poros, Saronic Gulf Islands, Attica
Breakfast is provided onboard and then stroll around Poros island and walk across the port. You will have light lunch onboard and go for a swim.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch: light
Accommodation included: Sailing Boat
Day 8: Aegina
Stop At: Aegina, Aegina, Saronic Gulf Islands, Attica
Breakfast is provided onboard and you set sails towards Aegina island. You will make a stop and have light lunch at a local restaurant. Then, you head back to Athens
Make a stop at Agia Marina on Aegina island and eat lunch at a local taverna
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch: light
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 9: Athens
Stop At: Lavrio, Lavrio, East Attica Region, Attica
You wake up in Athens and have breakfast onboard. Then you pack your things and head home with great memories.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
