Helia (Sun Odyssey 490)
Port of Volos
Weekly prices€5,400 · 26 Sep – 3 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment6 cab · 10 berths · 3 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect for groups. The Helia sleeps 10 across six cabins, making her ideal for families or friend groups wanting to share costs on a longer voyage, you'll struggle to find better value per person at this size and spec.
Well-equipped cruiser. This 2019 Sun Odyssey 490 comes with serious kit: bow thruster and autopilot make handling smooth, solar panels plus inverter mean you can anchor off-grid comfortably, and the bimini and sprayhood keep everyone comfortable in variable weather. The teak cockpit is a nice touch too.
Strong value proposition. A €3,000 deposit is reasonable for a boat this size, and Sun Yachting's 5-star rating (though from limited reviews) suggests solid backup support. You're getting a modern, popular design from a reputable builder, these hold their appeal in the charter market.
Base location matters. We don't have details on where this yacht is based, so before booking, confirm the charter base location and factor in airport transfers and flight connections from your home country. That will ultimately determine whether logistics work for your trip.
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The marina & destination Port of Volos · Greece
Based at Port of Volos, Greece . Helia is operated by Sun Yachting.
Good to know
- Location
- Port of Volos · 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
- €3,000
- 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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