Fly into Athens (ATH)

The airport in Athens is the closest and most convenient airport to our departure marina in Alimos (Athens) where we start our SailWeek Greece.

Alimos Marina

The Marina is located South West of Athens, 15 Km from the city center, 8 Km South of Piraeus port and 30 km from El. Venizelos International Airport. It is served by a dense transportation network of Trams, Buses and Taxis, with stations 500 meters from the Marina.

Alimos marina
Address: Kalamaki, Piraeus Athens, Greece 17456
Phone: +30 210 988 0000

• TAXI: When you exit Athens airport there are numerous number of yellow taxis. One way price from the Airport to the Alimos Marina is around 45-50 € and fits 4 persons. The journey takes around 40 minutes.
• UBER: Uber cars fit 1-3 persons and approximately cost around 30-40 € from the Airport to the Alimos Marina.
• BUS: Buses depart every 15-30 minutes from the airport bus stop. Take the X96 bus to Alimos Marina. Please check the timetable here. Make sure you alight at the EDEM bus stop which is 5 minutes walk from the marina. The bus ride takes around 90 minutes and costs 6€ per person
• METRO: Take the Metro from the airport to Syntagma Square. From there change to the Tram Line to Alimos Marina (EDEM Stop). The Metro runs every 30 minutes. The journey takes around 60 minutes and costs around 10€ per person.

Local payments

Local payments applies to all bookings and covers tourist taxes, marina/port fees and fuel for the week. You will be required to pay local payments of 80 EUR in Greece. This will be directly payable during the SailWeek Check-in procedure upon your arrival to the departure marina, only in cash.

Passport

During the Check In you will be asked to give us your passport. Don’t worry, It is a standard procedure. We will hold on your passport for the next seven days instead of charging you security deposit for the yacht. Your passport is always going to be with you on your yacht at the safe place. In case you need your passport, you can always ask your skipper. After finishing your SailWeek the charter company has to confirm there are no damages on your boat. Your skipper is going to give back your passports as soon as the Checkout procedure is done.

SailWeek Greece wristbands

Upon your arrival to the Alimos marina you have to go through the Check In procedure. After paying the local payments you’ll get your SailWeek Greece wristband. SailWeek Greece wristband is included in price. It identifies you as a member of the SailWeek group including all of the benefits such as entrance to selected parties/clubs and discounts on extra activities that we offer or organize during the sailing week.

Mediterranean style groceries for breakfast and light lunch are included and delivered straight to your yachts on Saturday afternoon. It includes all basic household items necessary for the week on the yacht.

Food

Basic items

• Salt
• Pepper
• Mineral water
• Sugar
• Flour
• Corn flour
• Herb spices
• Olive oil
• Sunflower oil
• Balsamic vinegar

Breakfast

• Toast bread
• Corn flakes
• Muesli
• Nutella
• Ham
• Bacon
• Cheese
• Feta cheese
• Spread cheese
• Fresh cheese
• Butter
• Jam
• Mozzarella
• Eggs
• Milk
• Yogurt
• Coffee
• Tea
• Orange juice
• Cherry juice
• Rice cakes

Lunch

• Canned tuna
• Pesto sauce
• Basilico tomato sauce
• Tzatziki
• Haloumi
• Spaghetti
• Green tagliatelle
• Parmigiano
• Rice
• Cooking cream
• Canned corn
• Fresh fish

Seasonal fruit and vegetables

• Tomatoes
• Onions
• Garlic
• Zucchini
• Mushrooms
• Bananas
• Oranges
• Apples
• Peaches
• Watermelon

Hygiene

• You are required to keep the yacht tidy and clean the dishes.
• If you run out of food you may bring your own food and drinks on board any time at no additional charge. There are local shops and supermarkets at most shore stops to re-supply if needed.

Hygiene package

• Dish sponge
• Liquid hand soap
• Kitchen towels roll
• Toilet paper
• Liquid dish soap
• Trash bags
• Universal cleaning spray
• Aluminum foil

We strongly recommend that all customers take comprehensive travel insurance before the trip departs covering cancellation, medical expenses including repatriation, loss or damage to baggage and personal belongings, money and public liability.

Currencies

Official currency in Greece is Euro. ATMs/cash points are available all over Greece and are the safest and easiest way to access money. Major credit cards are also accepted and we recommend bringing yours along.

Spending money

Based on experience, we recommend at around 40 Euro – 80 Euro per day. This is to cover daily expenses including extra optional activities, small souvenir shopping, going out and dinners.

Remember, this is a rough figure only and spending habits vary greatly between individuals according to their budget and habits!

Prices in Greece:

• Beer – €4 to €6
• Cocktails – €5 to €10
• Shots – €3 to €6
• Coffee – €1,5 to €4
• Soft drinks – €2 to €4
• Bottled water – €0,5 to €3
• Fast Food – €5 to €8 (burgers, pizza, sandwiches, etc.)
• Dinner with Wine – €15 to €30 (at good local restaurants)

The prices in Greek supermarkets and local markets are very reasonable and similar or lower to other European countries.

Tipping

In Greece tipping is customary and more than welcome. Sometimes a service charge may be added to your bill, other times it is usual to round up the bill to the nearest round number (depending on amount or to leave an additional amount of between 5% to 10%. Your Skipper will be able to advise you further on the tipping customs.

Tipping skippers

Our crew is amazing. Skippers are working hard to make this the best week of your life. If you are satisfied with their enthusiasm and the service you’re getting, it would be nice to tip them at the end of the cruise. That would be the nice way showing your gratitude.

We want to make sure you’re having the time of your life while travelling with us. Therefore, if you suffer from any kind of medical condition or allergies, we need to know about it. Please make sure this information is filled in the crew list information.
If you require regular medication, you must have a sufficient supply before your trip departs, as it may be difficult to obtain while travelling. You must be able to administer your own medication, as the SailWeek Crew will not be able to administer it.

Public toilets

In most towns you can expect to pay a small amount to use public toilets. It is a common practice in Greece and should be regarded as a form of ‘tipping’, as the money goes to the people who clean and/or maintain the facilities. It is very rare that public toilets do not supply toilet paper, but it may be useful to carry a pack of tissues with you. We recommend using the cafe and restaurant toilets whenever you can as it is free.

Power

Your yacht will use a CEE7/16 standard round two-prong plug, so a single adapter will work. The yacht will only have AC power while in marina (2 or 3 days). The yacht will always have USB access via a 12 volt car charger for phones, tablets etc.

Voltage

Throughout Greece the voltage is a uniform 220 V. If the voltage is the same or similar in your home country your appliance will comply. If you have a 110 V appliance you will need to use a transformer to avoid damaging your appliance.

On your yacht full bedding will be provided so you do not need to bring a sleeping bag.

We recommend soft bags, suitcases or frameless backpacks, plus a small day pack or carry bag. No external framed bags please, as they can damage or mark the walls of the yacht/cabin. Please limit your luggage to a maximum of 20kg.

Suggested packing list

The golden rule is to travel as light as you can. Only bring what you really need and leave plenty of space for things you might want to buy. Don’t forget you will have to carry your bag around before and after the trip.

The following is a suggested clothing list only, based on our experience.

• 1 pair of comfortable walking shoes
• 1 pair thongs/sandals/flip-flops
• 1 pairs jeans/trousers
• 2 pairs shorts/skirts
• 4 shirts/t-shirts
• 1 sweater/jumpers
• Underwear and socks!
• Swimsuit
• Beach towel (can buy locally, note that one shower towel will be provided on the yacht)
• Toiletries
• Hat and Sunscreen
• Basic medical kit (including plasters, aspirin etc.)
• Conversion plug

• We will arrive at your base marina Alimos Marina on Friday afternoon where you’ll spend last night on the yacht.
• Latest check-out time from the yacht is on Saturday morning until 9AM.

• Passport (with visa if required!)
• Airline tickets (if applicable)
• Insurance Policy (bring these details with you)
• Camera; batteries; chargers; conversion plug
• Phone

Security

Please securely store all your important documents online, passport number, insurance and visa information and travellers cheques details.

While we hope you never have to use it, if for any reason you need to contact someone from SailWeek, whether it be that you have a missed departure, have been separated from your trip or any other unforeseeable problem, the following numbers are available to you.

Please remember Please remember if it is a genuine emergency, we want you to call us. However, if it can wait until the next day, we ask politely to call during our office hours (9 AM to 8 PM). Thank you.