Culinary cruise Athens: Sail & Taste the Greek way

Ten dishes and the Saronic Gulf in one afternoon

A culinary cruise in Athens that sails the Saronic Gulf for five hours, serving ten traditional Greek dishes onboard with wine, beer and spirits paired throughout. The boat holds up to eight guests on semi-private departures, and the crew handles all food, drinks, snorkelling gear and towels. Choose a morning or sunset sailing, or book the winter sunset option.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sail and enjoy Greek cuisine

• Board the boat in Athens
• Sail around the Saronic Gulf
• Admire the sea and island views
• Taste traditional Greek dishes onboard
• Enjoy drinks including wines and liquors
• Experience personalized service from crew

The Experience

The boat leaves Athens and heads into the Saronic Gulf, where the distances between islands are small and the water stays calm enough for a smooth sail. You'll spend five hours at sea under the Attic sun, watching the coastline shift as the crew prepares lunch in the galley below. The menu draws from different regions of Greece—ten dishes in total, built on top-quality ingredients and virgin bio olive oil, paired with Greek wines, beers and local spirits. Everything is included; you order nothing separately and pay nothing at the table.

Snorkelling equipment and beach towels come onboard, so if the water calls you can go in. WiFi runs throughout the cruise, and the crew brings coffee, tea and bottled water whenever you need it. The guide speaks English and Greek, and the whole experience is designed around the eight-person limit—small enough that the crew knows your name and can adjust the pace if the sea or the appetite shifts.

Three departure times are available: morning open to all, sunset open to all, or a winter sunset sailing. Hotel pickup is included in at least one option, so check which departure you choose at checkout. Public transportation to the pier is also nearby if you prefer to make your own way.

What’s included

• Ten traditional Greek dishes prepared onboard.
• Greek wines, beers and spirits paired throughout.
• bottled water, coffee and tea.
• snacks.
• snorkelling equipment.
• beach towels.
• WiFi.
• all fees and taxes.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Aiolis Experience

Is this one for you?The crew handles everything—kitchen, table, timing—while you watch the water and taste traditional Greek cuisine prepared onboard, all within five hours and an intimate eight-person setting.

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Top questions

What's included in the meal on the culinary cruise from Athens?

The cruise includes ten traditional Greek dishes prepared onboard, paired with Greek wines, beers and spirits; bottled water, coffee and tea; and snacks throughout the five hours. All food and drinks are covered in the price.

Can I snorkel during the Athens sailing cruise?

Snorkelling equipment is provided onboard, and beach towels are included. Whether you enter the water depends on the sea conditions and your comfort level on the day.

How many people sail on the boat?

The cruise is semi-private and holds up to eight guests maximum, keeping the experience intimate and allowing the crew to give personalised service.

What time does the culinary cruise depart from Athens?

Three options are available: morning open to all, sunset open to all, or winter sunset sailing. The exact departure time depends on which option you select at checkout.

Is hotel pickup included in the Athens culinary cruise?

Hotel pickup is included in at least one of the three departure options. Confirm which option includes it when you book, or use public transportation to reach the pier.

How long does the Saronic Gulf cruise last?

The cruise runs for five hours, sailing around the Saronic Gulf and returning to Athens with time for the full meal and any snorkelling you choose to do.