Ionian Blue (Dufour 530)

Preveza Main Port

Ionian Blue
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Weekly prices€5,950 · 3 Oct – 17 OctAvailability on application · €3,550 – €7,950 range
Price across the season€3,550 — €7,950
OCT 26APR 27JUN 27AUG 27OCT 27SailChecker· THE ART OF CHARTER3 Oct – 17 Oct 2026 · €5,950 / week17 Oct – 31 Dec 2026 · €4,500 / week31 Dec 2026 – 24 Apr 2027 · €3,550 / week24 Apr – 8 May 2027 · €5,250 / week8 May – 22 May 2027 · €5,700 / week22 May – 19 Jun 2027 · €6,150 / week19 Jun – 31 Jul 2027 · €7,200 / week31 Jul – 21 Aug 2027 · €7,950 / week21 Aug – 11 Sep 2027 · €7,000 / week11 Sep – 2 Oct 2027 · €6,400 / week2 Oct – 16 Oct 2027 · €6,000 / week16 Oct – 30 Dec 2027 · €4,300 / week
Weeks near your datesscroll for more
3 Oct€5,950
17 Oct€4,500
31 Dec€3,550
24 Apr€5,250
8 May€5,700
22 May€6,150
19 Jun€7,200
31 Jul€7,950
21 Aug€7,000
11 Sep€6,400
2 Oct€6,000
16 Oct€4,300
SailCheckerThe Art of Charter
Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 10 berths (8+2) · 5 wc16.4m · 2024 · Sail boat
Length16.4m
Beam5m
Cabins4
Berths10
WC5
Year2024
TypeSail boat
Deposit€600
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offsKateBot generated · ~200 words

Perfect for families The Dufour 530 is an excellent choice for groups of 4, 10 people who want comfort without complexity. With four cabins, air conditioning, and modern conveniences like electric toilets and a generator, this 2024 yacht handles family logistics effortlessly, especially on longer charters where people need proper space and amenities.

Standout comfort features Solar panels, inverter, and a decent equipment list mean you're genuinely self-sufficient at anchor, no need to run the generator constantly. The swimming platform, bimini top, and cockpit cushions suggest Fyly Yachting has thought about usability, not just bare sailing credentials.

Solid value proposition At around €4,920 per week, you're paying mid-range money for a brand-new boat with modern systems and decent berth count. For international charterers flying in from the US or further afield, that's reasonable bang for your buck, especially split across a larger group.

One practical note We don't have the charter base location on the listing, which matters for flight connections and transfer time, contact Fyly Yachting directly to confirm where "Ionian Blue" operates, as that'll shape your travel day significantly. The 4.6/5 operator rating is encouraging, though, so they should sort logistics smoothly.

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 Preveza Main Port · GreecePreveza Main Port

Based at Preveza Main Port, Greece . Ionian Blue is operated by Fyly Yachting.

Good to know Location · Licences · Deposit · Cancellation
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.
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 nearbyFlights to Greece

The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.

AthensATH~30 km · 25 min

Saronic Gulf bases (Alimos, Kalamaki): Athens Eleftherios Venizelos is 25 minutes from the marinas.

PrevezaPVK~25 km · 35 min

Ionian bases: Lefkas, Meganisi. Limited direct flights; many people connect via Athens or Corfu.

KosKGS~25 km · 30 min

Dodecanese: Kos, Symi, Leros bases. Daily summer charters from northern Europe.

MykonosJMK~5 km · 15 min

Cyclades: Mykonos and Paros bases. Pricey in peak season.

Possible routes3 hand-picked itinerariesGreece · three classic charter areas

A starting point, not a script: pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.

Saronic Gulf7 days · ~120 nm · 5 stops

Short legs, reliable wind, history at every stop. Best first-charter route in Greece.

1Athens (Alimos)
The main Saronic charter base; 25 minutes from the airport.
2Aegina
Easy first-day sail; try the pistachios. Anchor at Perdika.
3Poros
Narrow channel between island and mainland; charming town quay.
4Hydra
No cars on the island. Tie alongside the working harbour for the evening.
5Spetses
Old shipbuilding island, elegant. Old harbour is the spot.
Cyclades7-10 days · ~180 nm · 5 stops

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
Departure. Check the wind forecast and consider clockwise vs counter-clockwise.
2Kea
Sheltered bays on the south side; first-night-out easy.
3Paros
Naoussa for the small-village vibe; Parikia if you need provisions.
4Naxos
The biggest island in the Cyclades. Mountain villages worth a hire-car day.
5Mykonos
Tie alongside in the new marina; the old town quays are for tourist boats.
Ionian7 days · ~120 nm · 4 stops

Light, predictable winds. Easiest sailing in Greece, most-loved by families and first-timers stepping up.

1Lefkas
Charter base. Provision in the town; the bridge opens on the hour.
2Meganisi
Vathy or Spartochori; both have quayside tavernas with welcome moorings.
3Ithaca
Vathi harbour for the night, then to Frikes for the quiet morning.
4Kefalonia
Fiskardo is the postcard town. Book the quay.

Where charters went

Preveza

  1. Meganisi52%
  2. Fiskardo49%
  3. Sivota45%

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