3-Island Cruise from Athens: Agistri, Moni & Aegina with Lunch

Three islands, two hours on each, one boat that does the planning for you

An all-day cruise from Athens aboard a traditional wooden motor-sailing boat visits the islands of Agistri, Moni, and Aegina with 1.5 hours of free time on each. The tour includes a freshly prepared Greek buffet lunch, unlimited wine, beer and soft drinks, swimming and snorkeling equipment, and a 5-member crew. A live guide in English or Greek narrates the journey; pickup from central Athens is available as an add-on option, with departure times shifting to 8:00 AM from late October through November.

Step-by-step itinerary

Full day cruise to three islands

• Pickup from Athens city center
• Drive to Marina Zea in Piraeus
• Board traditional wooden boat
• Welcome drinks and safety briefing
• Sail to Agistri island
• Explore Agistri or join bike tour
• Sail to Moni or Metopi islet
• Swim and enjoy onboard buffet lunch
• Sail to Aegina island
• Explore Aegina town and landmarks
• Return cruise to Athens
• Arrive back at Marina Zea

The Experience

The day starts with a scenic drive through Athens to Marina Zea in Piraeus, where you board a wooden sailing boat and meet the crew over welcome drinks—fresh juice, Greek coffee, and traditional pastries. From there, the boat handles the navigation while you settle onto the sun deck for a 2.5-hour sail across the Saronic Gulf toward Agistri, passing the Athens Riviera, Salamina island, and the Lagouses islets along the way. The crew will brief you on safety and the day's stops, then you're free to lounge, listen to music, or watch the water change color as you leave the city behind.

Agistri is your first island stop, and you get 1.5 hours there. Most people swim in the clear water or sunbathe on the beach, but the charming village of Skala is walkable if you want to explore on foot. An optional bike tour is available for an extra fee—a way to pedal through pine-scented paths and traditional villages if you'd rather move than float. After Agistri, the boat sails for 20–30 minutes to Moni (or Metopi, depending on sea conditions), a smaller, untouched islet where the water is even clearer. This is where lunch happens: the crew serves a freshly prepared Greek buffet on board while you swim, snorkel, or drift in the Aegean sun. Wine, beer, and soft drinks flow throughout.

Aegina, your third stop, is where history enters the day. The guide shares stories about the island's ancient temples and myths during the 20-minute sail over, and once you arrive, you have 1.5 hours to wander. Most visitors browse the famous pistachio markets or walk to the Temple of Apollo (Kolona) at the harbor's edge. If you want deeper history, the crew can arrange a local taxi to the Temple of Aphaia or the Monastery of Agios Nektarios—both require a separate arrangement but are within reach. Horse-drawn carriage rides and seaside cafés fill the gaps between activities. The return journey to Piraeus takes about 2 hours; many travelers nap, dance with new friends, or simply watch the sun move across the water on the way back.

If you booked the transfer option, pickup begins roughly an hour before departure from central locations around Syntagma Square, and the team will contact you by email the day before to confirm your exact time. The tour runs subject to weather conditions—the captain may adjust the route if sea conditions change, though safety and comfort always come first. In the rare event of cancellation due to poor weather, you can reschedule or receive a full refund.

What’s included

• Welcome drinks and light breakfast on board.
• freshly prepared Greek buffet lunch with unlimited Greek wine, beer, and soft drinks.
• swimming and snorkeling equipment.
• free time to explore Agistri and Aegina.
• free Wi-Fi throughout the cruise.
• a live guide in English or Greek.
• a professional 5-member crew.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearby

Operated by All Day Cruise

Is this one for you?Book this cruise if you want a full day on the water without planning the route, timing the ferries, or figuring out where to eat—the boat, the meals, and the stops are all arranged. The fixed schedule across three islands means you get a real taste of each without rushing, and the swimming stops plus the onboard lunch let you move at your own pace once you're there. Add the transfer option if you're staying in central Athens and want to skip the navigation to Piraeus.

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Top questions

How much time do I actually get to swim and explore on each island?

You spend 1.5 hours on both Agistri and Aegina, and the swimming stop at Moni happens during lunch service on board, so you can swim as long as you like there. The boat anchors at Moni while the crew prepares and serves the Greek buffet, giving you the freedom to be in the water or on deck.

What's included in the lunch, and are there options if I have dietary restrictions?

The freshly prepared Greek buffet is included, along with unlimited wine, beer, and soft drinks throughout the day. Let the operator know about any dietary requirements when you book, and they'll accommodate you. Infant meals are not included.

Do I need to arrange my own way to the marina, or is pickup from my hotel included?

Pickup from central Athens locations around Syntagma Square is available as an add-on option at checkout. If you select it, the team will pick you up about an hour before departure and drive you to Marina Zea in Piraeus. Without the transfer option, you can reach the marina using public transportation or your own transport.

What happens if the weather turns bad on the day of the tour?

The tour operates subject to favorable weather conditions. If poor weather makes the tour unsafe, the operator will offer you either an alternative date or a full refund. The captain may also adjust the route or itinerary during the day if sea conditions change, but the priority is always safety and comfort.

Is the bike tour on Agistri included, or do I have to pay extra?

The bike tour on Agistri is optional and costs extra. You can join it if you want to explore the island's pine-scented paths and traditional villages, or you can swim and relax on the beach instead—both are available during your 1.5 hours on the island.

What time does the boat leave, and when do we get back to Athens?

Departure is from Marina Zea in Piraeus; from late October through November, the boat leaves at 8:00 AM. The full day is about 10 hours, with the return to Piraeus taking roughly 2 hours at the end. If you have the transfer option, pickup from central Athens begins about an hour before departure.