Athens: Saronic Gulf Swim & Island Cruise with DJ & Lunch
Three Islands, One Boat, All Day in the Saronic Gulf
You board at 9:45am and spend the day swimming at three islands in the Saronic Gulf (Agistri, Metopi, and Aegina) with unlimited wine, Greek food, a DJ, and a private deck included. Hotel pickup removes the logistics of getting to the marina, and the VIP ticket means you're not sharing the sun deck or waiting in lines for drinks. You're back in Athens by evening.
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Swimming cruise to Saronic Gulf islands
- Depart Athens at 09:45
- Swim and relax at Agistri Beach
- Visit and explore Metopi Island
- Discover Aegina village and local cuisine
What’s included
- Your day includes hotel pickup from 8am (if selected), fast-track embarkation, access to a private sun deck and lounge, unlimited wine, beer and soft drinks, one cocktail, Greek meze with ouzo, fresh fruit, a Mediterranean buffet lunch, a live DJ set, free showers on deck, a private tour of the captain's bridge, and a discount at the ship's shop.
- Swimming stops at Agistri Beach and Metopi Island are included, plus time to explore Aegina village.
- You return to your hotel by early evening.
Next departure: 2 May 2027
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Full-day Saronic Gulf cruise from Athens visiting Agistri, Metopi and Aegina. Includes swimming, DJ, Greek lunch, wine and hotel pickup. Departs 9:45am, VIP sun deck access.
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The experience
The boat is already there when you arrive at the marina: white hull, deck chairs lined up in the sun, crew moving around with coffee. You're at the dock by 9:30, and at 9:45 the engine turns over and the coast of Athens starts to shrink behind you. The Saronic Gulf opens up ahead, and it's the kind of blue that doesn't look real until you're standing on the deck watching it get closer. This is a swimming day cruise from Athens, which means the next eight hours are built around three stops: Agistri Beach first, then Metopi Island (an uninhabited place with white sand and turquoise shallows where sea turtles show up sometimes), and finally Aegina, where you'll have time to walk the village and eat something that isn't from the boat.
The VIP ticket is the thing that changes the day. You get a private sun deck, a private outdoor area, a lounge room, and someone from the crew who knows your name. The unlimited wine and beer start flowing before you leave the harbor: Greek wine, cold beer, coffee if you want it instead. Around midday there's a Greek meze spread with ouzo, fresh fruit, and a proper Mediterranean buffet. A DJ is playing the whole time, not loud enough to stop you talking but loud enough that you notice it. If you want to meet the captain, there's a private tour of the bridge. The shop on board has a discount for passengers, though by the time you think about it you're usually already in the water.
Agistri comes first. You jump in from the boat, swim in water so clear you can see the bottom, float for a while, then climb back up the ladder dripping. Metopi is smaller and quieter, the kind of place where you understand why people say the Greek islands are different from everywhere else. The beach is almost empty, the water is warm, and if you're lucky you'll see why the sea turtles come here. Aegina is the last stop, and it's a real town: narrow streets, tavernas, a small harbor. You have time to walk around, buy something from a shop that isn't on the boat, sit at a table and order food that someone cooked that morning. The boat picks you up at a set time, and you head back to Athens as the sun moves lower and the water turns gold.
Hotel pickup starts at 8am if you've booked the transfer, so you don't have to figure out how to get to the marina. You need to bring your passport or ID: port regulations require your full name, gender, date of birth and nationality before you board. Bring a towel, sunscreen, and a change of clothes. The showers are free on the sunny deck if you want to rinse off the salt before the drive back to the city.
Top questions
Can I be picked up at my hotel?
You can choose: pickup at your hotel, or go straight to the meeting point. When you book, you choose your hotel from 24 pickup locations; if yours isn’t listed, you arrange it with the operator after booking. Pickup is about 90 minutes before departure.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 11 years); Infant (under 5): free.
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
What time does the boat leave Athens?
Departure is at 9:45am. Passengers must be at the marina by 9:30am. If you've booked hotel pickup, the driver collects you starting at 8am, depending on your hotel location.
What islands do you visit on this cruise?
The boat stops at Agistri Beach, Metopi Island (an uninhabited island known for sea turtles), and Aegina. You swim at each stop and have time to explore.
What's included in the VIP ticket?
Private sun deck, private outdoor deck, private lounge room, exclusive service staff, unlimited wine and beer, one cocktail, Greek meze with ouzo, fresh fruit, coffee and soft drinks, a DJ set, free showers, and a private tour of the captain's bridge.
How long is the cruise?
The full day cruise runs from 9:45am until evening, typically returning to Athens by early evening.
Can you swim at all three islands?
Yes. You can swim at Agistri Beach and Metopi Island. At Aegina, the final stop, you have time to explore the village and waterfront, with swimming available if you choose.
What documents do you need to bring?
You must bring a valid passport or ID. Port regulations require your full name, gender, date of birth, nationality and passport/ID number before boarding.
Is the food vegetarian or vegan?
The cruise includes a Mediterranean buffet and Greek meze. For specific dietary requirements, contact the operator before booking.
What should you bring?
Bring a towel, sunscreen, a change of clothes, and your ID or passport. Free showers are available on deck.
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Athens: Saronic Gulf Swim & Island Cruise with DJ & Lunch
8h 30m
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