HERMES (Lagoon 46)
Alimos Marina
Weekly prices€7,800 · 26 Sep – 3 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment6 cab · 12 berths · 5 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect for groups The Lagoon 46 suits larger parties and families who want comfortable, spacious sailing without sacrificing stability. With 6 cabins sleeping 12, it's genuinely rare to find this much accommodation on a modern catamaran, and the 2024 build means everything is current.
Standout features Triple refrigeration, a water maker, and air conditioning make extended cruising genuinely comfortable, you're not roughing it. The electric winches and chart plotter in the cockpit are welcome conveniences, and Vernicos Yachts' 4.9/5 rating across 17 reviews speaks to consistent, professional service.
Strong value proposition At €7,830 per week for this size and spec, you're getting a lot of boat for reasonable money, especially if you're splitting costs across 8, 12 people. The modest €4,000 deposit is friendly too.
One practical note The base location isn't specified in your data, so I can't advise on airport logistics or regional convenience, I'd recommend confirming the exact location with Vernicos directly, as that affects your long-haul journey from the UK or US considerably.
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The marina & destination Alimos Marina · Greece
Based at Alimos Marina, Greece . HERMES is operated by Vernicos Yachts.
Good to know
- Location
- Alimos 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
- €4,000
- 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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