LYDIA (Sun Odyssey 490 4 cabins)
Lavrion Main Port
Weekly prices€4,970 · 3 Oct – 10 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 10 berths (8+2) · 4 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Ideal for active families LYDIA suits groups of up to 10 who want a well-equipped, modern cruising boat without breaking the bank. The 2020 Sun Odyssey 490 is a proven, forgiving design that handles beautifully in Mediterranean conditions.
Standout features include a bow thruster and autopilot, serious comfort upgrades that take the stress out of tight anchorages and long days under sail. You also get snorkeling gear, a dinghy, and decent galley equipment like a fridge and convertible table, so provisioning and water time feel genuinely easy.
Strong value proposition At €4,376 per week from a highly-rated operator (5/5 from 8 reviews), this boat punches well above its price point for a near-new, four-cabin vessel based in Greece. A €700 deposit is refreshingly modest too.
One honest caveat: The charter base location isn't specified in your data, if it's in the Saronic Islands or Peloponnese, you're golden for a week's sail; if it's further afield (like the Dodecanese), factor in ferry or domestic flight time from Athens airport. Worth confirming logistics before booking, especially on a long-haul trip from the US or UK.
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The marina & destination Lavrion Main Port · Greece
Based at Lavrion Main Port, Greece . LYDIA is operated by Athenian Yachts.
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.
- Security deposit
- €700
- 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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