7 Days in the Saronic Islands

Greece has been leading the list of sailing world destinations for years. This itinerary, which will take you around the Saronic islands, will help you discover why.

Day 1 – Athens to Aigina  

Just an hour from Athens, Aegina is a lovely island with a capital of the same name.

Perdika, the port of Aegina, has beautiful houses with courtyards, stairs sided with flowers, and plenty of delicious fish taverns. If you are lucky, you may even get to see some of the island’s natural inhabitants: wild boar or peacocks! You can also go swimming in the turquoise waters of the Monastery bay! It also has a floating grocery store near the city. Now how often can you see that?

Day 2 – Aegina to Agistri  

Best for a short day trip, Agistri is a small terrestrial paradise in the Saronic Gulf.

In Agistri, you can find large pine green forests, sandy beaches, and crystal blue waters. Still, there is plenty of nightlife for those who enjoy it. Best for a short day trip, Agistri is a small terrestrial paradise in the Saronic Gulf. Considered the birthplace of entertainment, the theatre, built around 340 to 330 V.C., has perfect acoustics and great beauty thanks to its symmetry.

Day 3 – Epidaurus to Methana

Methana, a seaside settlement of the Peloponnese, has beautiful beaches and old theatres.

Epidaurus is a place where history and beauty come together in perfect harmony. Famous for its ancient theater, one of the best-preserved in Greece, it’s a site where the past still speaks—literally. The theater’s incredible acoustics allow even a whisper on stage to carry to the very last row, a testament to the ingenuity of its ancient builders.

Day 4 – Poros

Poros, also known as the “little Venice” of the Saronic islands, is a tranquil island with many taverns neoclassical buildings, and marinas.

In the evening, there is a very cosmopolitan atmosphere on the island, with plenty of lights, drinks, and music. Chora, the tiny harbor and capital of the island, has its own charm. With neoclassical buildings, narrow streets, and its own lagoon, Chora is a must visit town. 

  Day 5 : Poros to Hydra

Hydra is one of the most beautiful Greek islands that not only has attracted the wealthy, but also famous artists such as Chagall and Picasso.

Hydra is pure magic. The city/port is cosmopolitan yet elegant, with 18th-century mansions, old churches, and wells. Life here moves at a gentle rhythm. Mornings begin with coffee by the water, boats drifting lazily in the port, and sunlight bouncing off whitewashed buildings.

Hydra, donkeys aren’t just transport—they’re part of the island’s soul. Meeting a Hydra donkey is a reminder of the island’s timeless pace.

Day 6 – Hydra to Porto Heli

Porto Heli is a cosmopolitan heaven that has it all, from tasteful villas to renowned luxury resorts.

Overlooking the ruins of an ancient city, Porto Heli is also home to plenty of shops, restaurants, and hotels for you to explore. Porto Heli is one of those places that feels effortlessly luxurious without trying too hard. Tucked along the eastern Peloponnese, it’s a laid-back seaside town known for calm turquoise waters, elegant villas, and sunsets that linger a little longer than expected.

Day 7 – Spetses to Athens

Spetses is one of the top travel destinations for tourists all over the world. You can even ride an old wagon and explore the entire island, passing through the Old Port, Agios Nikolaos, and Dapia!

Spetses is one of the top travel destinations for tourists all over the world. You can even ride an old wagon and explore the entire island, passing through the Old Port, Agios Nikolaos, and Dapia! With narrow streets, traditional architecture, neoclassical houses, pebble gardens, and beautiful balconies, Spetses is an island definitely worth exploring. It is also forbidden in Spetses to drive cars, providing a tranquility you’ll hardly find elsewhere.

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A catamaran trip in the Saronic Islands is more than just a journey—it’s a chance to relax, enjoy the islands, and soak in the beauty around you. As you step back on land for the last time, you take with you the calm of the sea, the glow of golden sunsets, and the feeling that these islands will always stay in your heart.