Azur (Hanse 418)
Lavrion Main Port
Weekly prices€3,200 · 3 Oct – 10 Oct
Price across the season
Weeks near your dates
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 6 berths · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect for couples wanting an easy-handling cruiser with comfortable accommodation. The Hanse 418 punches above its weight in the 12-meter class, three separate cabins mean you're not cramped, and the lazy jack system makes solo or shorthanded sailing genuinely relaxing.
Smart practical touches set this boat apart. Solar panels keep you off-grid longer, the electric toilet is a genuine comfort upgrade, and the sprayhood plus bimini mean you're protected from sun and spray without constant sail juggling. The included snorkeling gear and dinghy add real value for Mediterranean or Caribbean exploration.
Outstanding value proposition at €3,150 per week with zero deposit required. That price point for a modern, well-equipped 2019 boat with a 5-star operator (12 glowing reviews) is seriously competitive, you're getting reliability and peace of mind baked in.
One genuine caveat: the charter base location isn't listed in your brief. Before booking, confirm the airport transfer time and whether Istion Yachting offers English-speaking briefings, both crucial when you're flying internationally to step aboard. Check their precise base port to factor in your travel logistics.
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The marina & destination Lavrion Main Port · Greece
Based at Lavrion Main Port, Greece . Azur is operated by Istion 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.
- 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
Lavrion
- Kythnos51%
- Poros36%
- Kea35%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
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