Sofia II (Bavaria Cruiser 46)
Alimos Marina
Weekly prices€4,400 · 12 Sep – 3 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 8 berths · 3 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect for families This 2018 Bavaria Cruiser 46 suits families and small groups wanting a comfortable, easy-handling cruiser without breaking the bank. Four cabins sleeping eight mean everyone gets reasonable private space, and the bow thruster makes entry and exit from tight anchorages genuinely stress-free.
Well-equipped cruiser You get the essentials covered: autopilot for longer passages, a sprayhood and bimini for comfort in variable weather, plus a dinghy for exploring anchorages. The radio-CD and cockpit speakers add a nice touch for relaxed evenings at anchor, and a working fridge keeps provisions fresh during week-long charters.
Strong value proposition At around €3,454 per week with a reasonable €3,600 deposit, this Bavaria delivers solid cruising capability for the price point, you're not paying for flashy extras, just proven, practical design. That's genuinely competitive for a modern four-cabin yacht in most Mediterranean bases.
Missing detail matters We don't have the charter base location listed, which makes it hard to advise on airport connections or whether this boat suits your planned sailing grounds. Once you know where Sofia II operates, check the sailing distances to main attractions and confirm if international flight logistics work with your dates.
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The marina & destination Alimos Marina · Greece
Based at Alimos Marina, Greece . Sofia II is operated by SailWays.
Good to know
- Location
- Alimos 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
- €3,600
- 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
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