Iris (Dufour 41)
2026 · 12.8 m · 3 cabins · 6 berths
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Weekly prices€3,460 · 3 Oct – 24 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 6 berths · 3 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect for couples or small families The Dufour 41 "Iris" suits couples wanting a comfortable cruising yacht or families of four to six looking for an affordable entry into bareboat sailing. With three cabins and six berths, there's flexibility in how you configure your crew, and the 2026 build year means everything is modern and reliable.
Well-equipped and thoughtful This boat ticks the boxes that matter: solar panels and an inverter mean you can cruise sustainably, the bow thruster makes tight anchorages manageable, and the teak cockpit with cushions is a genuine comfort for long days at sea. The swimming platform, dinghy, and sprayhood round out a practical package for Mediterranean or Atlantic cruising.
Solid value proposition At this size and specification, the €2,500 deposit is reasonable, and the boat's standard equipment, chart plotter, autopilot, electric toilet, fridge, saves you money on extras. You're not paying for luxury but you're getting a well-maintained, modern vessel built for actual cruising comfort.
One small note The operator has only one review on file, so while the 5/5 rating is encouraging, you'll want to ask Olympic Yachting directly about their support, local knowledge, and handover process before committing, especially if you're flying long-haul and need a smooth briefing and logistics experience.
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Where Charters WentLavrion
Where tracked sailing boats went on round trips from Lavrion, 2025.
These figures are for the area, not this boat's own record.
Observed hourly positions · one observed fix per boat-hour; missing hours omitted; colour is relative within this view.
Top Overnight Stops
- Kythnos52%
- Kea36%
- Poros36%
The percentage is the share of trips that spent at least one night there.
Kythnos was the most common first night out, at 26% of trips with a recorded first night.
On 45% of trips, the furthest point from base was within over 60 nm, measured in a straight line.
The marina & destination Lavrion Main Port · Greece
Based at Lavrion Main Port, Greece . Iris is operated by Olympic Yachting.
Good to know
- Location
- Lavrion Main Port · 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
- €2,500
- 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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