One Heart (Dufour 44)
Preveza Main Port
Weekly prices€4,000 · 10 Oct – 17 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 10 berths (8+2) · 4 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect for mixed groups. The Dufour 44 suits families, friends, and couples wanting comfortable sailing without compromise, four cabins sleep up to 10, so you've got flexibility whether you're bringing kids or splitting costs among friends.
Modern comfort features. This 2025 build includes solar panels, electric toilet, bow thruster for easy docking, and a sprayhood plus bimini for all-weather cruising, you're getting a genuinely well-equipped boat that makes sailing less about roughing it and more about enjoying the water.
Strong value proposition. Zero deposit requirement from Istion Yachting (a 5-star operator with solid reviews) removes friction, and the spec sheet suggests competitive pricing for a new 44-footer with this many amenities, particularly appealing if you're flying in from abroad and want reliable, stress-free sailing.
One practical note: We don't have the base location listed here, so I'd confirm the charter destination first, whether it's Greece, Turkey, or elsewhere in the Mediterranean will affect your flight connections and whether Istion's support network suits your travel timeline from the US or Europe.
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The marina & destination Preveza Main Port · Greece
Based at Preveza Main Port, Greece . One Heart is operated by Istion Yachting.
Good to know
- Location
- Preveza 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.
- 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
Preveza
- Meganisi52%
- Fiskardo49%
- Sivota45%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
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