Apollon (Bavaria Cruiser 51)
Alimos Marina
Weekly prices€5,600 · 12 Sep – 3 Oct
Price across the season
Weeks near your dates
Gallery6 photos
Photos supplied by the operator. Specifications are SailChecker-Verified , but images may show a sister yacht or stock photography, especially on yachts under two years old. Confirm the actual boat with us at quote time.
Specifications & Equipment5 cab · 12 berths (10+2) · 3 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Who It Suits This Bavaria Cruiser 51 is ideal for larger family groups or friends wanting to sail together without splitting across multiple boats, you've got genuine sleeping for 12 across 5 cabins, which is genuinely useful for multi-generational trips or two couples plus kids. She's equally at home for experienced sailors who want comfort without fussiness.
The Real Standouts A 2018 build means decent systems and modern comfort; the air conditioning, generator, and full galley setup (refrigerator included) mean you're not roughing it. Autopilot and bow thruster take the stress out of tight anchorages and docking, while the bimini and sprayhood protect you from sun and spray, practical touches that matter on longer passages.
Value Assessment At roughly €3,658 per week plus a €3,600 deposit, this is competitive mid-range pricing for a 51-footer with this spec and relatively recent build year. You're paying for space and comfort rather than luxury, which is fair value if your priority is accommodating a group rather than wow-factor interiors.
One Thing to Note Without a confirmed base location in the data, we can't advise on airport logistics or regional sailing conditions, do check with SailWays on exactly where she's moored and how long transfers from your international airport typically take, as that affects your first day on water.
KateBot is SailChecker's AI sailing assistant, trained on Kate's real charter correspondence. Kate and the human team still review every booking, KateBot drafts, Kate decides.
The marina & destination Alimos Marina · Greece
Based at Alimos Marina, Greece . Apollon 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
Three yachts to weigh against this one
A similar match, a premium step-up, and a different boat type, from the same waters.
Premium option
Extra Mile
From €5,200 / week
Have you thought of...
Kepi
From €6,000 / week