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Peloponnese & Saronic Islands PLUS 2,500 years of Greek history

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Difficulty
Level 3: requires a higher level of exertion, medium hilly terrain

3 Difficulty level 3
Duration
The duration of the tour

8 days
Guidance
Guided cycling: A tour leader will guide you during the cycling days

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The Peloponnese is a Greek region steeped in history. Greeks, Romans, Venetians, Ottomans, and Albanians have all left their mark on the “Island of Pelops”. Discover this unique, culturally rich region as well as the diverse islands of the Saronic Gulf by boat and bike! A comfortable deluxe ship will be your floating home as you travel on this one-of-a-kind journey through 2,500 years of Greek history. Discover the enchanting islands of the Saronic Gulf, each with its own unique character. Explore the pistachio island of Aegina with its temple of Aphaia, high on a hill above the sea. Marvel at the totally traffic-free island of Hydra, where the only means of transportation since time immemorial have been the island’s countless donkeys. The islands of …

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Peloponnese & Saronic Islands PLUS

Discover the enchanting islands of the Saronic Gulf, each with its own unique character. Explore the pistachio island of Aegina with its temple of Aphaia, high on a hill above the sea. Marvel at the totally traffic-free island of Hydra, where the only means of transportation since time immemorial have been the island’s countless donkeys. The islands of Poros and Spetses are home to spectacular panoramic roads with little traffic and the ever-present aroma of wild herbs while the volcanic peninsula of Methana will lead you on a geological journey through time.

This tour is part of our Islandhopping PLUS program. The PLUS tours offer our guests a PLUS all-round: a comfortable motor yacht, unlimited e-bike availability, as well as some pleasant surprises along the way.

The ship – Your sailing hotel

In between cycling excursions, you cruise along with the ship, which travels to a new destination every day. You will sleep and have breakfast and 1 or 2 warm meals on board. Depending on the program, this will be lunch or dinner. The other meal is ashore (not included). It’s possible to spend a day on board if you like. There are rental E-Bikes on board.

Itinerary

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Day 1 Athens / Salamina (Embarkation)

Individual journey to Athens or Salamina. The ship Erato departs from the Marina Alimos harbor, located in the Athens suburb of Palaia Faliro. The ship Thalassa departs from the island of Salamis at the central pier in Salamina. Check-in on the ships is possible from 4 pm onwards. Dinner on board and overnight stay in Athens or Salamina.

Day 2 Island of Poros

23km14 mi

In the morning we make a crossing over to the island of Poros. Before we reach the island’s main port, we enjoy a swimming stop where we have the chance to dive into the sea directly from the ship. In the afternoon and starting from the island’s capital of Poros, we almost completely circumnavigate the island. In ancient times, Poros was dedicated to the sea god Poseidon. Shortly before the end of the tour we arrive at Russian Bay, a sandy beach with turquoise blue waters, the perfect place for a relaxing swim! Back in the enchanting harbour of Poros, with its with its iconic clock tower soaring above the rest of the town, we end our eventful day in an authentic Greek atmosphere.

Day 3 Galatas – Ermioni – Porto Heli

40km24 mi

After breakfast, a small car ferry will take you from Poros to Galatas in the Pelopennese. From here, the bike tour will lead you for the most part along the sea and through fertile agricultural land towards the small coastal town of Ermioni. Here the Thalassa will await you for lunch on board and a leisurely afternoon crossing to Porto Heli. If the weather permits, we can enjoy an extended swimming stop along the way. Overnight stay in Porto Heli.

Day 4 Island of Spetses

25km15 mi

In the morning we make a short crossing over to the island of Spetses with a long swimming break in a picturesque bay along the way. Before enjoying lunch on board there is some time to explore the charming old town of Spetses on foot. The island of Spetses got its name from the Venetians, who names it “Isola della spezie”, the island of herbs. The aromatic scent of wild herbs accompanies us during our afternoon bike ride along the almost traffic-free panoramic road that circles the entire island. Almost throughout the entire ride we are treated to beautiful views of the turquoise sea. At one of the spectacular beaches, we enjoy a longer break for a swim and a coffee. Afterwards we explore the old harbour of Spetses by bike before returning to the ship.

Day 5 Island of Hydra – Methana Peninsula

17km10 mi

After a two-hour morning crossing, we reach the island of Hydra. Since ancient times, donkeys have been the only means of transport on this uniquely wonderous island, which during the Middle Ages came into great wealth thanks to seafaring. After the Greek War of Independence between 1821 and 1830, the island fell into a slumber of more than a hundred years. It was not until Hydra became the filming location for the 1957 film “Boy on a Dolphin”, starring the memorable Sofia Loren, that the island was given new life and became an artists’ mecca. After exploring the port of Hydra on foot, we continue on to the Methana peninsula. The volcanic origin of the peninsula is immediately noticeable thanks to the smell of sulphur and the iridescent colours of the rocks. The peninsula is characterized by more than 30 volcanoes, a number of which are still active, and sulphurous thermal springs, some of which are used for medicinal purposes. In the late afternoon we enjoy a panoramic round trip with a pleasant coffee break in the enchanting fishing port of Vathy. Overnight stay in Methana.

Day 6 Methana Peninsula – Island of Aegina

20km12 mi or 25km15 mi

After breakfast we make another round trip on Methana with plenty of incredible views along the way. In the afternoon, we sail to the island of Aegina, well known beyond the borders of Greece for its excellent pistachios. In the old town of Aegina, there are plenty of pistachio products to purchase as well as numerous small boutiques lining the lively shopping streets. Should you not wish to walk through the town, you can also opt for a bike ride along the coast to the fishing village of Perdika. Overnight stay in Aegina town.

Day 7 Island of Aegina – Athens / Salamina

35km21 mi

The island of Aegina is famous even beyond the borders of Greece for its excellent pistachios. Today’s bike tour takes you up to the sanctuary of the goddess Aphaia. The beautifully preserved temple towers sit high up above the blue sea, the only place on the island from where the Aegean Sea can be seen on both sides. On the ride back you will cycle through the center of the island passing the great monastery of Saint Nektarios to Aegina city where the ship awaits. We’ll then sail back to Athens (Erato) or Salamina (Thalassa) and round off our exciting Greek cruise with a final, celebrative evening on board.

Day 8 Athens / Salamina (Disembarkation)

After breakfast on board it is time to disembark to return home or to extend your holiday a few days longer in Athens.

Good to know

Itinerary changes: We reserve the right to make changes to the route in case of changing wind and weather conditions, as well as for reasons of organizational necessity.
Language: Due to our international audience the tours are conducted bilingually, in English and German.
LEVEL 3 /5: Cycling tours through hilly terrain with longer ascents up to approximately 220 meters. All tours, including the elevation gains, can be mastered more easily with electronic assistance. Suitable for cyclists who ride regularly and can confidently navigate varying surface conditions.
- Distance: 17 – 40 km per day
- Total elevation: 250 – 350 meters of elevation per day
Relevant for all levels: Safe cycling skills and familiarity with road traffic are prerequisites for taking part in our tours. Anyone renting an e-bike should already have experience and be confident in handling e-bikes, as these bikes are significantly heavier and faster than conventional bikes.
Individual cycling: This tour is primarily a guided group tour. Upon consultation with your tour guides, the possibility to cycle on your own along recommended, suitable routes, may present itself. You are free to set aside a half or full day to swim or spend on board the boat, instead of taking a planned bike tour.
Internet availability: A free WiFi connection is available on your ship. On the open sea, reception cannot be guaranteed at all times. If you need stable Internet access during your voyage, we recommend that you take your laptop or tablet to a café or bar at the port. Free WiFi is offered almost everywhere. If you order something there, you can use the WiFi without restriction.
Children: We believe that only children in good physical condition with a minimum age of 10 and previous bicycle tour experience are able to manage the daily bike tours independently. Please note that the minimum height for a rental bike is 1.30 m (4.3 ft.) for hybrid bikes and 1.50 m (5 ft.) for e-bikes.
Catering: The on-board chef is a member of the crew and prepares the breakfast and one or two warm meals a day. The catering starts with dinner on the arrival day and ends with breakfast on the departure day.
Which payment methods are accepted on board? We do not accept credit cards on board of our boats. Payments such as drinks, tourist taxes, parking spaces etc. can be made in cash only. The accepted currency on board is the euro. Your local guide will point you in the right direction of the nearest ATM or currency conversion office.
Our ship Please don’t forget that the ship is a machine as well as your hotel, which has to be maintained and operated – day and night. A certain level of noise is therefore inevitable.

Prices & availability

Friday

Jun 19, 2026

Friday

Jun 26, 2026

Salamina

Guided

Thalassa

Available

Prices from

€3,559.00 p.p.

Jun 26, 2026Jul 3, 2026

Fully booked

Friday

Aug 7, 2026

Friday

Aug 14, 2026

Athens

Guided

Erato

Available

–€400.00

Prices from

€3,259.00 p.p.

€2,859.00 p.p.

Friday

Aug 14, 2026

Friday

Aug 21, 2026

Salamina

Guided

Thalassa

Available

Prices from

€3,309.00 p.p.

Oct 9, 2026Oct 16, 2026

Fully booked

Friday

Oct 9, 2026

Friday

Oct 16, 2026

Athens

Guided

Erato

Available

–€300.00

Prices from

€3,759.00 p.p.

€3,459.00 p.p.

Friday

Oct 16, 2026

Friday

Oct 23, 2026

Salamina

Guided

Thalassa

Available

Prices from

€3,309.00 p.p.

Friday

Oct 16, 2026

Friday

Oct 23, 2026

Athens

Guided

Erato

Available

–€300.00

Prices from

€3,509.00 p.p.

€3,209.00 p.p.

Friday

Oct 23, 2026

Friday

Oct 30, 2026

Athens

Guided

Erato

Available

–€300.00

Prices from

€3,259.00 p.p.

€2,959.00 p.p.

Practical information

Included in this tour

8-day-trip on a motorized yacht with crew
7 nights in a twin cabin below deck with shower/toilet
2x full board catering and 5x half board catering
Drinking water on board
English-speaking tour guide
Guided cycling tours and sightseeing as described in itinerary
Bed linen and towels
Entrance fees to museums and archaeological sites (group visits only)
Daily cabin cleaning
Overview-maps for the daily tours on board

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Excluded from this tour

Transfer to Athens (Erato) or Salamina (Thalassa)
Rental e-bike (optional)
Rental bicycle helmet (optional)
Entrance fees & excursions not included in the tour price
Meals and beverages ashore
Please bring a beach towel, if needed
Parking fee
Other transfers
Beverages on board (noted on a tally sheet; to be paid to the captain)
Personal (travel) insurances
Tips for tour-guides and crew (at your discretion)
SGR Insolvency protection (mandatory consumer contribution SGR insolvency protection guarantee scheme: € 5 per person – will be specified separately on the booking confirmation)

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Additional options & information

Rental e-bike with Ortlieb pannier: e-bike: € 252 per week
Limited liability protection: e-bike: € 28 /week (not insured: damages caused through gross negligence)
Collective group transfers (on embarkation and disembarkation days only): – between Athens airport and the boat: prices on request; – between a hotel in Athens city and the boat: prices on request
additional nights in Athens: prices on request

Requirement to wear a helmet

Helmet use is mandatory on all bike rides. You are strongly encouraged to bring your own well-fitted helmet. Rental helmets are available on board in limited number (reservation requested).

Price reductions

Children up to the age of 16 receive a discount of €200 on the basic tour price (double occupacy, not combinable with other discounts).

Participants

Minimum: 14 Maximum: 18

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Nafplio harbor

Aegina beach

Bay

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PEL Beach Thomas Neumann

Nafplio church

Calamaris

Temple of Aegina

Old village

Turquoise water

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PEL Poros

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Athens Parthenon

Perdika Aegina harbor

Hellas house

Hydra beach

Donkeys at Hydra

Hydra streetview

Nafplio view

Piraeus harbor

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Poros

Temple of Apollo

Aegina church

Aegina harbor

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5 / 5

Our guide

Our guide! Chrisha was amazing. She performed above and beyond expectations. She was poised, smart, calm and had a great personality. She took care of everyone’s needs and she was a lot of fun.

Reply from Boat Bike Tours
Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re pleased to hear that you were satisfied with the guidance during your tour and that everything met your expectations. It’s good to know you felt well taken care of throughout the trip.

We hope to welcome you on board again in the future.

Kind regards,
Boat Bike Tours

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Dinkleboo

Dec 14th, 2025
4 / 5

The crew and guides were fantastic!

The crew and guides were fantastic!

Reply from Boat Bike Tours
Thank you for your great feedback! We re so happy to hear that you had such a positive experience with our crew and guides. We hope to welcome you back for another amazing adventure soon! Kind regards, Boat Bike Tours

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Laurie Ivey

Jul 8th, 2025
5 / 5

Far exceeded my expectations

Far exceeded my expectations. The boat (Thalassa) was an outstanding vessel with comfort and old world charm. The food was authentic and delicious. The crew was very professional and the bike tour guides Isabel and Dionysius were fantastic. We totally enjoyed ourselves and we would absolutely recommend this tour. My only question is how soon can I book the next one? Yamas! =ØÞ

Reply from Boat Bike Tours
It’s amazing to hear your positive feedback about the boat, food, crew, and our fantastic bike tour guides Isabel and Dionysius. We’re excited to welcome you back for another adventure, and you can book your next whenever you’re ready. Yamas! Best regards, Boat Bike Tours

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Matthew Hoffman

Oct 27th, 2023
5 / 5

Amazing trip!

Everything was wonderful!

Reply from Boat Bike Tours
We are happy to hear, that you had a wonderful experience! Best regards, Boat Bike Tours

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Karen

Oct 26th, 2023

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Air-conditioning

Cushioned benches on deck

Lounge area

Delicious Greek cuisine

max. 14 passengers 7 cabins
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