Vikings Navita

m/s Erato – Rent a yacht

m/s Erato sailing the Aegean Sea
m/s Erato
m/s Erato

A Traditional Wooden Yacht for a Larger Private Group

There is a different feeling to discovering the Greek islands when everyone travels together. The same yacht carries your group from one coastline to the next, mornings begin beside the sea, and each new harbour becomes another chapter of the same journey.

Aboard M/S Erato, up to 19 guests can share that experience on a traditional wooden motor sailer with warm mahogany interiors, an air-conditioned saloon and bar, and generous outdoor areas for spending time together. The forward deck offers space for enjoying the sun, while the shaded aft deck creates a natural setting for dining and relaxing outdoors. A professional crew of four looks after life on board. Current charter sources continue to support a maximum capacity of 19 guests.

The pleasure of the journey extends beyond the yacht itself. Days can move between open water, time by the coast and Greek island harbours, while evenings bring the opportunity to step ashore and experience another side of island life. Snorkelling equipment, a tender and other recreational equipment add possibilities along the way.

For families, friends or other private groups, the result is a journey in which Greece does not have to be packed and unpacked each morning. Your surroundings keep changing while your yacht remains home.

MOTOR SAILER
GREECE
GUESTS: 19/ CABINS: 7
Private wooden motor-sailer charter in Greece for larger groups, with generous deck areas and Greek island cruising.
starting from € : upon request

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A Typical Day Aboard

Here is how a typical day on board might unfold.

Around 08:00, the yacht leaves the harbour as breakfast is prepared by the chef and served en route. Near lunchtime, the yacht pauses in a bay for a swim. Meanwhile, the chef prepares lunch, which is served on board before the journey continues toward the evening’s port.

By early evening, you arrive at one of the ports included in your itinerary and settle in for the night. Step ashore and wander through the island’s lanes, waterfront and hidden corners at your own pace. Later, choose one of the traditional Greek tavernas for dinner. If you wish, the evening can continue with a drink, music and a taste of Greek island nightlife.

The yacht offers accommodation in seven cabins, all with en suite facilities. Outside, the cushioned forward area invites you to stretch out in the sun, while the shaded aft deck provides a welcoming setting for alfresco dining.

Erato can be chartered by families or groups of friends of up to 19 persons. Charter is the freedom to choose where you want to go and when. We will discuss with you the ideal itinerary, which allows you to make the most of your time on board as well as exploring the various Greek Islands you wish to visit.

Rent a yacht and sail on a 8-Day Discovery Cruise to the Cyclades

Itineraries are flexible. Please contact us to help you design a perfect itinerary that meet your needs.

Indicative Itinerary at a glance:

1st day: Athens / Cape Sounion- Sifnos

2nd Day: Sifnos – Ios

3rd Day: Ios -Santorini

4th day: Santorini – Antiparos- Paros

5th Day: Paros – Naxos

6th day: Naxos – Mykonos

7th Day: Mykonos / Delos / Tinos

8th Day: Tinos – Lavrion Early sail to Lavrion.

 

Indicative Detailed Itinerary:

There are many areas where you can set sail while onboard a yacht in Greece, such as:

  • The Cyclades Islands (Aegean Sea)
  • The Ionian Islands (Ionias Sea)
  • The Peloponnese area combined to tha Argosaronic Islands (Argosaronic Sea and around the Peloponnese)

Indicative itinerary:

1st day: Athens / Cape Sounion- Sifnos

Transfer from your Athens Hotel at 12.00 and drive to the port of Lavrion – . Embarkation at 13: 000 at Lavrio/Cape Sounion. Welcome drink. Departure at 15:00. Swimming stop. Dinner onboard. Arrival at Sifnos

2nd Day: Sifnos – Ios

Breakfast & early sail to Ios. On the way swimming stop & lunch onboard. Arrival at Ios (the island of Homer) at about 18:30

3rd Day: Ios -Santorini

Breakfast at 9:00. Departure for Santorini, one of the highlights of the cruise. Swimming stop. Proceed the Fira port at 13:00. Take the cable car to the town of Fira. Optional excursion. Enjoy spectacular views. Dinner aboard. overnight at Santorini. The environment of this island is totally different from any of the other Cycladic islands.

Often referred to as the “Prehistoric Pompeii of the Aegean” due to the geological changes which transformed this island. Santorini is a minefield of archaeological interest featuring ancient Thira and Akrotiri with remains of its Minoan town. The island is renowned for its unique views and colorful sunsets.

4th day: Santorini – Antiparos- Paros

Morning sail to Paros, one of the most beautiful island of the Cyclades. Swimming stop at Antiparos.Lunch. Arrival at18:30 to Paros (Paroikia or Naousa).

Paros has in recent years developed into a modern tourist centre and is one of the few Cycladic islands filled with gently undulating hills which contain the famous Parian marble – the marble with which the Acropolis was built. The picturesque approach to the island is via the town of Parikia, the main port and capital of the island, built on the site of the ancient city.

5th Day: Paros – Naxos

Morning leisure in Paros. Sail for Naxos. Swimming stop & lunch. 

6th day: Naxos – Mykonos

Sail after breakfast for Mykonos – the most cosmopolitan island with dazzling white houses, excellent shopping & entertainments.

Enjoy spectacular sunset & Greek dancing. Swimming stop & lunch. Proceeding Mykonos Marina at 18:30 Overnight.

From its harbor, full of small fishing boats bobbing side-by-side with luxurious yachts, one can walk through narrow white-washed alleys, see dazzling white cubed-shaped houses with brightly painted wooden doors and windows, plus a myriad of tiny blue-domed churches.

Famous for its zany nightlife, Mykonos has also much to offer those searching for the cultural history of the island. The church of PARAPORTIANI is considered to be an architectural masterpiece. The archaeological museum exhibits some very interesting finds, most of which were excavated from the “necropolis” or dead city on the little islet of RINEIA.

7th Day: Mykonos / Delos / Tinos

Departure after breakfast to Delos – the sacred island of Apollo. Delos, the mythical birthplace of Apollo and Artemis. On a guided tour, you’ll visit the archaeological ruins of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, unearthed here in the 19th century.

Delos is a true open-air museum with many ancient monuments and buildings that are remarkably intact. Except from the guards and the guides the island is not inhabited. Swim & lunch.

Proceed to Tinos –the Holy Island . Visit. Overnight. This island known as the island of the “Virgin Mary”, is unique for its 800 odd dovecotes artistically designed and built, and scattered over the entire island. Every year on the 15th August thousands of pilgrims from all over Greece gather to honor the Virgin Mary and Her icon which is said to have miraculous properties. However Tinos also has a tradition of being the home of many sculptors and craftsmen. A fine arts school operating on the island is well worth a visit for those interested in fine works of art.

8th Day: Tinos – Lavrion Early sail to Lavrion.

Breakfast. Disembarkation around 10.00. Transfer back to Athens.

Please contact us for more information regarding itineraries during the period you’re interested to sail the Greek Islands.

2027 -2028

  • Upon request
  • Please contact us for more information regarding available dates.
  • Inclusions depend on the selected itinerary and will be detailed in your individual charter proposal.
  • Air flights.
  • Porterage, Tips.
  • Optional activities and excursions.
  • Beverages-soft drinks, bottled wine, beer and other alcoholic drinks.
  • Admissions fees to the sites and museum (except where specifically stated as included).
  • Any services not specifically mentioned as included.
  • Price: Upon request.
  • Prices vary in relation mainly to the season of the charter and the itinerary.

m/s Erato

 
Erato, a wooden yacht in Greeece
 

TYPE : Motor Sailer, Bodrum Built
LOA: 27.5 mts
BEAM:7.1m –
DRAFT: 3.5m
BUILT:2001
HULL MATERIAL: Teak and Mahogany
FLAG:Greek
SPEED:10 – 12 knots
CABINS: 7 – GUESTS:19
CREW:4

Base:
 Athens, Greece

Accommodation:

Available for up to 19 passengers across 7 cabins:
5 cabins hold double bed and single, 2 cabins hold double bed only.
All cabins are also fully air-conditioned. Each cabin has a private en-suite shower room with sink and flush toilet and 220 Volt electricity. The crew enjoy separate quarters with their own shower and toilet facilities.

Entertainment:

Horizon rib boat 3.90m, canoes, stereo system, TV, Wi-Fi, Satellite TV. JET SKI upon request.

  • The itinerary may be adjusted at the discretion of the cruise company and the vessel’s captain when necessary due to weather or sea conditions, port restrictions, official instructions from port authorities—including any prohibition on departure—or other extraordinary circumstances.
  • The tour includes a portion run by a carefully selected third-party company that meets our service standards.
  • Sails may be used when conditions, the schedule and the captain’s judgment permit.
  • Upon request you may embark/disembark in Piraeus.

We’re here to ensure your travel experience is seamless from start to finish. Beyond your cruise, we gladly assist with arranging pre- and post-cruise services including hotel reservations, guided excursions, dining options, transportation, and more.

Vikings Navita is ready to personalize your itinerary, providing comfort, convenience, and unforgettable experiences every step of the way.


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Frequently Asked Questions About the Erato charter

Yes. The yacht can accommodate up to 19 guests, making it particularly interesting for extended families, groups of friends and other parties who would like to explore Greece together aboard one private vessel.

It is a traditional wooden motor sailer, combining the character of a classic yacht with the practical advantages of motor cruising. Its mahogany interior, outdoor deck areas and air-conditioned saloon give the group several different places to spend time during the journey.

There is room to enjoy both the sea and the company of your group. The forward deck provides an open area for relaxing in the sun, while the aft deck offers shade and outdoor dining. Inside, there is an air-conditioned saloon with a bar.

Sailing under canvas is part of the experience when conditions allow. The sails may be used when the weather and sea conditions, schedule and captain’s judgment permit. 

Yes. A private charter allows the route to be developed around your travel dates, cruising area and the places that interest your group. This makes it possible to create a journey with a very different character from a scheduled cruise.

Yes. We’ll be happy to assist with accommodation, airport and port transfers, private tours, guided excursions, dining arrangements and other travel services before or after your yacht charter.

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