• Departure point

At Alegria Yachting, we offer flexible departure points tailored to your trip type, and chosen sailing area, including marinas in Athens, Aegina, Poros, Epidaurus, or Lavrio (perfect for exploring the Cyclades, weather permitting).

Starting Points Athens & Aegina

Our primary starting points for your sailing adventure are Athens and Aegina. While Athens may seem like the more convenient option, experience has shown us that Aegina is the ideal gateway to Greece’s stunning island world.
Located just a short ferry ride from Athens, Aegina offers several advantages. By starting here, you immediately immerse yourself in the charm of the Greek islands, avoiding the longer and often tiring crossing from Athens. Within just 30 minutes of setting sail, you can enjoy a refreshing swim in a pristine cove, setting the tone for an unforgettable journey.
From Aegina, you’ll have access to a wide range of itinerary options. Whether exploring the picturesque Saronic Gulf or venturing further to the Cyclades or Peloponnese, starting from Aegina simply allows you to more destinations.
Choose Aegina as your starting point for a smoother, more rewarding sailing holiday that maximizes your time in the breathtaking Greek islands.

Note: Our day sailing trips start exclusively from Aegina port town!

Starting from Athens

Our main departure point in Athens is Marina Alimos (Kalamaki),  The marina is well-connected by a reliable transportation network, including taxis, trams, and buses,  with stations just 500 meters away.

How to get to Alimos Marina from Athens International Airport:

By bus EXPRESS X96 destination to PIRAEUS  with stop EDEM (ticket price 5,50 €),
By taxi  (about 45 – 55 €)

How to get to Alimos Marina from the city center of Athens:

By bus from Syntagma square: B2 with stop EDEM or A2 with stop 2nd KALAMAKIOU (ticket price 1, 20 €)
By tram from Syntagma square: Line 3with destination VOULA with stop at PIKRODAFNI (ticket price 1,20 €)
By taxi (about 19 €)

How you will arrive to Aegina port

From Athens/ Piraeus:

Aegina is quickly and conveniently accessible by taking a short ferry ride from the port of Piraeus. The island is served by a dense, efficient ferry network, with numerous ferries operating frequently—typically once or twice every hour throughout the day.

Take a taxi or hop on the metro to reach the port of Piraeus. Once there, head to Gate E8, to take a ferry to Aegina (main port). Travel time varies depending on the ferry you choose: the high-speed ferry takes approximately 40 minutes and costs €19 per adult, while the more leisurely ferries take about 1 hour 15 minutes, with ticket prices ranging from €10.50 to €12.

Current timetables can be found at https://www.ferryhopper.com/en/ferry-routes/direct/athens-aegina.

We will be happy to help you organize your crossing.

How to get to Piraeus Port

From Athens International Airport:

By taxi (about 60 € the day, and  75 € the night)
By Blue metro line 3 (ticket price 9 €) to DIMOTIKO THEATRO
By bus  X96 to PIRAEUS (ticket price 5.50 €).

From the city center:

By taxi (about 25 €)
By Green metro line (ticket price 1,20 €)

Helpful links:
https://www.athensairportbus.com/en/timetable/x96airporttopiraeusport.html
https://www.stasy.gr/en/