DIONI (Dufour 460 Grand Large)
2020 · 14.2 m · 4 cabins · 10 berths
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Weekly prices€3,600 · 31 Oct – 7 Nov
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Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 10 berths (8+2) · 4 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect for groups The Dufour 460 is a spacious, modern cruiser that sleeps up to 10 across four cabins, ideal for families or friends wanting to share costs and memories without feeling cramped. At 14.2 metres, it strikes a genuine sweet spot between usable living space and easy handling.
Well-equipped vessel This 2020 boat ticks serious boxes: air conditioning, generator, bow thruster, autopilot, and a full snorkeling kit mean you're comfortable and self-sufficient. The teak cockpit, bimini, and sprayhood suggest the owner cares about both style and practicality, while the convertible table makes the saloon genuinely flexible for dining or lounging.
Solid value proposition A €600 deposit is refreshingly low, and Athenian Yachts holds a perfect 5/5 rating across eight reviews, that consistency matters when you're chartering from abroad. You're getting a reliable, newer boat from an operator with genuine client trust, which counts for peace of mind during a long-haul trip.
One honest note The base location isn't specified here, which is unusual, confirm it's Athens or nearby before booking, as that affects your airport transfer time and flight connections from Europe or North America. Once you know the exact mooring, this becomes an easy decision.
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Where Charters WentTop Stop: Symi, 80% of trips
The heat map shows recorded overnight stops from round trips made by charter yachts tracked by AIS from Rhodes during the 2025 season. You can use it to see where those yachts spent their nights and compare that with your own yacht charter plans. It is not a navigation guide.
Symi was the most common first night out, at 60% of trips with a recorded first night. On 43% of trips, the furthest point from base was within 20 to 40 nm, measured in a straight line.
Use the recorded stops as a starting point for your charter plans. The full map gives you more to compare, and you can ask us about a route from Rhodes for this type of boat.
Where tracked sailing boats went on round trips from Rhodes, 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
- Symi80%
- Chalki60%
- Alimia33%
The percentage is the share of trips that spent at least one night there.
The marina & destination Rhodes New Marina · Greece
Based at Rhodes New Marina, Greece . DIONI is operated by Athenian Yachts.
Good to know
- Location
- Rhodes New 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
- €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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