View our crewed luxury yacht charter destinations of Greece
Written By: Missy Johnston
Spetses, Greece
A stop at Spetses Island, Greece in the Saronic Islands during an Athens-to-Athens luxury yacht charter offers so much to see and do. The fascinating history and sheer beauty of the place are an alluring attraction, while the many cafes and markets provide a fun change of pace.
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Skopelos Island, Greece
Skopelos Island, Greece offers incomparable beauty, many outdoor activities, and endless opportunities to catch a romantic sunset as you enjoy local cuisine cooked and served by your own private chef and crew aboard your luxury private yacht or at one of the island’s restaurants or many Tavernas.Whether you’re exploring private yacht charters in Greece because you want to relax on the beach, or hike through the spectacular scenery made famous by the movie Mamma Mia, Skopelos Island is the vacation destination of your dreams.
Use the following tips as a guide for customizing your itinerary when you’re visiting Skopelos during your luxury private yacht charter through the Greek Sporades Islands.
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Zakynthos Sunset over Shipwreck Beach
The Ionian Islands, located off the western coast of Greece’s mainland, inspire feelings of awe and wonder. As one of the most beautiful and historic locations on Earth, these islands offer an immersive paradise for those who can visit on a private yacht.
Sail from island to island to experience the variety, or drop anchor near your favorite beach and stay a while. The choice is yours. Just make sure you allow enough time to visit all of the following places during your luxury private yacht cruise through the Ionian islands.
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Patmos, Greece
Patmos, Greece is only accessible by water, making it the perfect destination for a luxury yacht cruise. This island combines intriguing history with stunning views of the Aegean Sea, bright, white-washed Medieval architecture, and serene beaches.
Patmos, Greece, has strong religious associations, but it is also steeped in beauty and history. Known as the “Island of the Apocalypse,” Patmos has been celebrated since the Middle Ages as an important Christian pilgrimage site. You can visit the cave where it is believed the Apostle John recorded what Jesus Christ told him about the end times in the book of Revelation.
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Patmos, Greece
One of the northern-most islands in the Greek Dodecanese Islands chain, Patmos calls to visitors for a variety of reasons. Boasting beautiful beaches and stunning coastlines, Patmos, Greece is also a very important destination in Christian Biblical history. Many of the faithful have made a pilgrimage here to see these religious landmarks up close and personal, and these pilgrimages continue today. Whether you’re religious or not, Patmos is sure to soothe the soul and refresh your spirit. There’s no better way to visit Patmos than while on a private yacht charter.
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Santorini, Greece
The Cycladic Islands are some of the most beautiful and popular of the more than 6,000 islands and islets making up the Greek Islands. There is no better way to visit the Cycladic Islands than on a luxury yacht charter. A custom yacht charter itinerary can be handcrafted and personalized to ensure your trip is filled with the perfect balance of relaxation, dining, shopping, and play.
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Secluded Beach- Rhodes. Greece
Greece boasts a number of islands worth visiting on a private yacht charter, and Rhodes is one that has a lot to offer just about every traveler. From food to water sports to history, Rhodes has plenty to see and do—it’s no wonder vacationers have been stopping by yacht charter in Rhodes for decades.
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Santorini, Greece
Santorini, Greece is a beautiful place to visit during the summer especially on a Santorini private yacht charter. The views from Santorini are absolutely breathtaking—perhaps one of the main reasons to put Santorini on your bucket list. If you’re looking to visit Santorini privately with your friends or family, we highly recommend including Santorini on a Greek private yacht charter. Vacationers arriving by charter yacht can visit Santorini in the best manner possible, in luxury and privacy. And there is nothing to compare to sailing into the Caldera on Santorini by private yacht surrounded by the extraordinary striated multicolored cliff sides.
Sunsets are a main attraction and are easily viewed from aboard when on a Greek private yacht charter—but also from the small village of Oia, where sunset viewing is an art form. Enjoy a dinner of freshly caught seafood, delicious mezzes, and Greek olives and olive oil while sipping on a delectable glass of Greek wine, all with the Santorini sunset in the background at one of the many terrific tavernas. If you’d like to enjoy more wine—which is made the same way it was by the Romans nearly 2000 years ago—book a private wine tasting or stop by Boutari Winery on the island to sample some of Greece’s finest.
Santorini, Greece at Sunset
Don’t miss the ongoing archeological dig in Akrotiri, uncovering the remains of a once wealthy Minoan trading city, whose inhabitants fled just before the infamous volcanic eruption in 1646 BC. Ash and debris covered the village, which was buried for centuries until discovered in the 1800’s. Today, visiting the site—which is said to be an excavation of only 5 percent of the actual buried trading city—is fascinating. Be sure to visit the museum in Fira, housing artifacts found in the excavations including fabulous wall murals.
Some of the quieter parts of the island, such as Southern Santorini and the black beaches on the outside of the island, are excellent for getting away from it all. Enjoy the magic and wonder of Santorini while relaxing in luxury, peace, and quiet aboard your Greek private yacht charter.
Santorini Greece, the Caldera
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The islands of Greece form the birthplace of one of the world’s most ancient and storied civilizations. An estimated 160-220 Greek islands are inhabited, with thousands more dotting the azure waters of the Aegean and Adriatic Seas. Your upcoming island-hopping sojourn is a chance to wander the centuries, learning about the special history and culture of the various Greek Islands, and bearing witness to the changes and advancements of philosophy, government, culture, and much more.
Greek island yacht charters are a brilliant way to take in the flavors and cultural traditions unique to each island. Aided by an ideal climate, the private yacht charterer has many itinerary choices within the five major island chains (the Saronic, the Cycladic, the Dodecanese, the Sporadic, and the Ionian Islands).
There is no “best” choice of islands in which to cruise on your yacht charter in Greece. Often, islands from several island chains might be combined in one charter itinerary, so instead, we are highlighting below some of our favorite islands in each island chain, and what to do and see on each. The high season for Greece is summer, although you can travel comfortably in late spring and early fall. It’s always wise to inquire early about yacht charter in the Greek Islands, as this is a terrific yacht charter destination—so it’s very popular.
Santorini at Sunset
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The iconic whitewashed churches and homes of Santorini beckon visitors, but there is so much more to discover beyond these walls. The island is the largest in a circular archipelago formed by an ancient volcanic eruption. Still, today, tourists can bathe in hot springs bubbling up from the caldera, or volcanic crater. Ruins rivaling Pompei invoke a civilization of sea-bound merchants and craftsmen. To learn more about the magic of this place, read about its 12 top-rated tourist attractions.
Could this archipelago be the lost city of Atlantis, as some mythologies indicate? Explore natural wonders and mysterious ruins from the comfort of your own private charter yacht on a yacht charter in Greece, and don’t forget to visit the village of Oia to witness its spectacular sunsets.