E-Bike & Boat Tour: Peloponnese & Saronic Islands, Greece

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Region
Peloponnese & Saronic Islands
Duration
8 days
Guided Status
Guided
Difficulty
Moderate
D-Score™
N/A - Unknown

Overview

8-day e-bike and boat tour of the Peloponnese and Saronic Islands, covering up to 185 km (115 mi) of mostly hilly, paved terrain (level 3 of 5). You'll sail aboard a deluxe motor yachts with private cabins for up to 18 guests, changing ports each night instead of hotels. E-bikes are provided and unlimited for the week. Two full-board and five half-board days are included, along with an English-speaking guide, entrance fees to major sites, and daily overview maps for the rides. Accommodations are on the 38 x 7.6 m, three-mast motor yacht 'Thalassa' (built in 2002) or the Bordeaux-red 'Erato' motor sailer. Both yachts feature spacious guest cabins with private showers and toilets, a saloon, and outdoor deck space. The crew cooks up local Greek specialties. Difficulty requires good fitness and confidence riding on varied surfaces, with hilly terrain and some longer climbs. The maximum daily ride is 40 km (25 mi) with up to 350 m (1,150 ft) of elevation gain, assisted by e-bikes. Included: English-speaking guide, 8-day tour (6 days cycling), 7 nights accommodation on yacht, 2 full-board and 5 half-board days, guided cycling/sightseeing, overview maps, entrance fees to museums/archaeological sites (group visits), bed linen, towels, SGR insolvency protection. Add-ons: Single occupancy cabin, e-bike rental with Ortlieb pannier, liability protection for e-bikes, transfers between Athens airport/hotel and boat, extension programs in Athens or Santorini, special dietary requests. Not included: Travel to Athens or Salamina, tourist taxes & basic drink package (mandatory on-board payment), beverages on board (tally sheet), meals/drinks ashore, entrance fees for unlisted sights, insurance, guide/crew gratuities. Mandatory helmet on all rides. Private bikes and e-bikes are not allowed on board for safety reasons. Group size up to 18 people. Solo travelers welcome but must book a single occupancy cabin. Minors under 18 may be permitted on a case-by-case basis with a parent/guardian. Children up to 16 receive a discount. Embarkation points: Marina Alimos (Erato) or Port of Salamina (Thalassa). Guests typically fly into Athens International Airport (ATH). Deposit: 30% upon booking, remaining 70% due 90 days prior to departure. Full payment required if booking within 90 days. Cancellation policy: full refund within 48 hours of booking; 70% refund if canceled 90+ days before departure; no refund within 89 days of departure. Booking fees are non-refundable after 48 hours.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Salamina (embarkation)

Salamina (embarkation)

Day 2: Circling the island of Poros

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Circling the island of Poros

Day 3: Galatas to Porto Heli, via Ermioni

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Galatas to Porto Heli, via Ermioni

Day 4: Island of Spetses

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Island of Spetses

Day 5: Hydra to the Methana Peninsula

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Hydra to the Methana Peninsula

Day 6: Methana to the island of Aegina

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Methana to the island of Aegina

Day 7: Aegina back to Athens or Salamina

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Aegina back to Athens or Salamina

Day 8: Salamina (disembarkation)

Salamina (disembarkation)

Day 1: Athens (embarkation)

Athens (embarkation)

Day 2: Circling the island of Poros

23 km 0 m

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Circling the island of Poros

Day 3: Galatas to Porto Heli, via Ermioni

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Galatas to Porto Heli, via Ermioni

Day 4: Island of Spetses

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Island of Spetses

Day 5: Hydra to the Methana Peninsula

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Hydra to the Methana Peninsula

Day 6: Methana to the island of Aegina

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Methana to the island of Aegina

Day 7: Aegina back to Athens or Salamina

35 km 0 m

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Aegina back to Athens or Salamina

Day 8: Athens (disembarkation)

Athens (disembarkation)

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Airport transfers
Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental

About the Peloponnese & Saronic Islands

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