ATHENS · DAY TRIPS
52 Tours Reviewed
Four islands-at-once energy beats Athens traffic. This day cruise through the Saronic Gulf is built for variety in a single stretch: Aegina for island wandering, Agistri for slower beach time, plus a swim stop at Metopi where you can hop…
Aegina is the easy day trip from Athens. You start in Piraeus and ride the ferry to the Argosaronic Gulf island, then spend your day with an archaeologist-style guide focused on the Kolona area and key religious and ancient sites.…
The Saronic Gulf feels like Greece’s best day trip. This cruise strings together three islands—Hydra, Poros, and Aegina—with planned sightseeing time and enough time on shore to actually feel each place. I like that the ship is built for comfort…
One day, three islands, real VIP comfort. This Athens-to-3-islands cruise mixes quick guided touring with downtime on a ship that feels calmer than the public decks. You’ll visit Poros, Hydra, and Aegina with time in each port—then let the logistics…
Aegean islands, all in one long day. I like how this cruise strings together three very different places: Hydra with its donkey transport and car-free lanes, plus Aegina with pistachios and the Temple of Aphaea above the sea. The one…
Three islands, one easy day. This cruise is built for max variety: you sail from Athens to Hydra, Poros, and Aegina, with onboard live music and dancers. The best part is the pacing—each stop gives you real breathing room, not…
A day trip that actually feels like a getaway. You get out of Athens and into the Saronic Gulf for island hopping that’s simple enough for a first-timer, but varied enough to feel like more than a one-stop boat ride.…
VIP comfort makes this sea day feel manageable. This full-day cruise from Athens hits three Saronic Islands while keeping things easy: hotel pickup, fast boarding, and VIP lounge time between stops. I love the VIP lounge for the quiet reset…
Agistri feels like the kind of island day that stays stress-free. This ticket gets you from Piraeus to Agistri on a spacious ferry (and back, if you book the return too) so you can spend your time on beaches instead…
Three islands, one easy day trip. This cruise connects a traditional wooden sailing yacht feel with real swim breaks off Moni or Metopi and a relaxed island pace on Agistri and Aegina. I love the included Greek buffet with unlimited…
Aegina feels like a Greek postcard. This guided day trip moves fast in the best way: you get ferry time out of Piraeus, a guided walk through historical religious sites, the standout temple of Athena Aphaia, and a real beach…
A day on the Saronic Gulf feels like a reset button. This cruise mixes island time with real swimming stops—turquoise water, a Greek buffet lunch, and a live DJ keeping energy up on the return to Athens. It’s a simple…
Ferry-free island hopping from Athens. On this BestCruise outing, I like how the traditional sailing boat turns the Saronic Gulf into your playground, with Jason keeping the day moving and encouraging jumpers (steps are available if you want them). I…
Three islands, one long day, lots of sea views. This Athens-area cruise packs in Hydra’s car-free charm, Poros’s elegant waterfront vibe, and Aegina’s big-name ancient sites without making you plan ferry times. It’s a straightforward way to get out on…
Agistri, Moni, Aegina, in one day. This is a good way to squeeze real Saronic Islands time into a single trip, with a boat crew that keeps things moving and the day fun. I like the simple structure: short island…
