Hercules Poirot (Grand Banks 72)

Alimos Marina

Hercules Poirot
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Weekly prices€18,000 · 25 Apr – 17 OctAvailability on application · €16,000 – €18,000 range
Price across the season€16,000 — €18,000
APR 26OCT 26DEC 26APR 27OCT 27SailChecker· THE ART OF CHARTER25 Apr – 17 Oct 2026 · €18,000 / week17 Oct – 31 Dec 2026 · €16,000 / week31 Dec 2026 – 24 Apr 2027 · €16,000 / week24 Apr – 16 Oct 2027 · €18,000 / week16 Oct – 31 Dec 2027 · €16,000 / week
Weeks near your datesscroll for more
25 Apr€18,000
17 Oct€16,000
31 Dec€16,000
24 Apr€18,000
16 Oct€16,000
SailCheckerThe Art of Charter
Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 8 berths · 4 wc23.2m · 0 · Motor yacht
Length23.2m
Beam6m
Cabins4
Berths8
WC4
TypeMotor yacht
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offsKateBot generated · ~200 words

Perfect for relaxed cruising This Grand Banks 72 suits couples and families who want to cruise at a leisurely pace without the stress of sailing, ideal if you're flying in from Europe or North America and want pure ease of operation. The motoryacht layout and well-equipped galley make it excellent for longer charters where comfort matters more than speed.

Solid cruising credentials The bow thruster, autopilot, and chart plotter are exactly what you need for relaxed navigation, while the four cabins sleep eight comfortably. The dinghy, bimini, and sprayhood cover the essentials for tropical or coastal cruising, and the electric toilet keeps things convenient underway.

Fair value proposition At €18,000 per week, you're looking at competitive pricing for a 72-footer in this class, not budget, but reasonable for a well-equipped motoryacht that requires minimal crew experience. The zero deposit is refreshingly hassle-free if it's genuine.

One realistic caveat We can't confirm the base location from your listing, which matters enormously for international travellers assessing flight connections and local logistics. You'll want to clarify exactly where "Hercules Poirot" operates before booking, so you can factor in airport transfers and whether English-speaking crew support is available.

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 · GreeceAlimos Marina

Based at Alimos Marina, Greece . Hercules Poirot is operated by All Blue.

Good to know Location · Licences · Cancellation
Location
Alimos Marina · Greece
Licences
We have not confirmed whether this yacht is crewed or requires a sailing licence. We will check the exact requirements with the operator when you enquire.
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

Athens south (Alimos and Piraeus)

  1. Poros76%
  2. Aegina54%
  3. Hydra46%

Based on sailing yachts and catamarans from the nearest charter area, not this boat alone.

See where charters from Athens south (Alimos and Piraeus) went

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