Leonidas (Bavaria Cruiser 41)
Olympic Marina
Weekly prices€2,700 · 10 Oct – 17 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 8 berths (6+2) · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect for groups The Bavaria Cruiser 41 is ideal for friends or families wanting a comfortable cruising yacht without sacrificing space, three cabins sleep eight, so everyone gets reasonable privacy. At 12.5 metres, she's substantial enough for serious coastal exploration yet manageable for mixed-ability crews.
Well-equipped and thoughtful Leonidas ticks the boxes that matter: autopilot and bow thruster make handling easier, solar panels keep batteries topped up, and practical touches like the teak cockpit, bimini, and snorkeling kit show the owner understands what makes a charter relaxing. The 2018 build age means systems should be reliable without feeling dated.
Solid value proposition At an €800 deposit with a 5-star rating from 21 genuine reviews, Hermes Yachting clearly maintains their boats well and treats charterers fairly. You're getting a modern, spacious cruiser from a trusted operator, fair pricing for what's on offer.
One practical note The listing doesn't specify the charter base location, which matters for international clients arranging flights and transfers. Before booking, confirm where she's based so you can factor in airport logistics from wherever you're flying in from.
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The marina & destination Olympic Marina · Greece
Based at Olympic Marina, Greece . Leonidas is operated by Hermes Yachting.
Good to know
- Location
- Olympic Marina · Greece
- Licences
- Bareboat skipper licence (RYA Day Skipper, ICC, or equivalent) and VHF licence are required, plus a co-skipper or second crew member with a sailing CV. Greek authorities check both at the marina.
- Security deposit
- €800
- Cancellation
- Cancellation terms are operator-specific and disclosed in the charter contract before payment. As a rule, most Mediterranean operators retain the full charter fee within 30 days of departure; we recommend charter cancellation insurance (typically 4-5% of the charter fee).
Getting there4 airports nearby
The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.
Saronic Gulf bases (Alimos, Kalamaki): Athens Eleftherios Venizelos is 25 minutes from the marinas.
Ionian bases: Lefkas, Meganisi. Limited direct flights; many people connect via Athens or Corfu.
Dodecanese: Kos, Symi, Leros bases. Daily summer charters from northern Europe.
Cyclades: Mykonos and Paros bases. Pricey in peak season.
Possible routes3 hand-picked itineraries
A starting point, not a script: pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.
Saronic Gulf
Short legs, reliable wind, history at every stop. Best first-charter route in Greece.
1Athens (Alimos)
2Aegina
3Poros
4Hydra
5Spetses
Cyclades
Meltemi wind July-August. Plan for one weather day, and book the marina in advance for the islands you do not want to miss.
1Athens
2Kea
3Paros
4Naxos
5Mykonos
Ionian
Light, predictable winds. Easiest sailing in Greece, most-loved by families and first-timers stepping up.
1Lefkas
2Meganisi
3Ithaca
4Kefalonia
Where charters went
Lavrion
- Kythnos51%
- Poros36%
- Kea35%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
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