Polynoe (Hanse 418)
Olympic Marina
Weekly prices€3,000 · 26 Sep – 10 Oct
Weeks near your dates
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 8 berths (6+2) · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect for small groups The Hanse 418 is an excellent choice if you're chartering with 4, 6 people who want a genuinely comfortable cruising boat without the complexity of a larger yacht. At 12.4 metres, she's nimble enough to explore tight anchorages yet spacious enough that nobody feels cramped in the three cabins.
Smart modern touches Solar panels, bow thruster, and a chart plotter in the cockpit show this 2021 build is well-equipped for independent sailing and self-sufficiency. The teak cockpit and sprayhood add real charm and practicality, while the dinghy with outboard gives you proper flexibility to explore quieter spots.
Strong value proposition At €3,060 per week with a five-star operator rating, you're getting a recent, well-maintained boat with genuinely useful kit, no hidden surprises. The modest €500 deposit is refreshingly straightforward, and ARCHON's spotless reviews suggest you'll receive professional support.
Check the base location The operator details don't specify where Polynoe is based, so you'll want to confirm the charter location and airport proximity before booking, critical when flying internationally. Once you've verified the base suits your travel plans, this is a genuinely sound yacht.
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The marina & destination Olympic Marina · Greece
Based at Olympic Marina, Greece . Polynoe is operated by ARCHON Yachting.
Good to know
- Location
- Olympic 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
- €500
- 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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