Hydra Island Private Day Trip from Athens
About this activity
Highlights
- Scenic ferry ride across the Saronic Gulf
- Explore Hydra's charming car-free streets
- Visit the Historical Archives Museum
- Enjoy panoramic views from the Monastery of Profitis Ilias
- Relax on the island's picturesque beaches
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip ferry transportation from Athens to Hydra Island
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Athens
- Free time to explore Hydra Island at your own pace
- Meals and beverages during the trip
Itinerary
Pass by: After being picked up from your Athens hotel in the morning, you will be taken to Piraeus Port to embark on the ferry for Hydra.
After less than 2 hours by ferry, you will reach the famous island. You will then have about five hours to independently explore Hydra. Hydra was once a destination popular with fashionable artists during the sixties and has kept a highly cosmopolitan character. There are no cars or motorcycles; garbage trucks are the only motor vehicles permitted on the island. Spend your day walking around Hydra Town admiring the stone houses with flowered gardens, lovely gift shops and picturesque paved streets. Donkeys, bicycles, and water taxis provide public transportation. Hydra has a variety of swimming spots and beaches, some close to town and some remote and secluded, accessible only by boat. Lounge cafeterias, port-side bars and loud clubs are found all over the town with options that can satisfy all tastes. Enjoy a day full of experiences on your own and in the afternoon, take the ferry back to Athens at the conclusion of the tour.
Pass by: You will be transferred back to your Athens hotel at approximately 8pm.
Meeting point
Start Location
Athanasiou Diakou 26, Athens, Greece
Important information
Know before you book
- This is a private tour; the price is per group, not per person.
- The ferry ride duration is approximately 1.5 hours each way.
- Meals and beverages are not included; plan accordingly.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring the island's hilly terrain.
- Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
- Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated during your visit.
Cancellation policy
0All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- This excursion is unescorted and gives you the freedom and flexibility to enjoy your time on the island at your own leisure
- Exact departure/arrival times depend from the availbaility of the ferry tickets
- Please advise your nationality upon booking. Is required for the issuance of the ferry tickets.
Traveler reviews
The ferry over to Hydra...
The ferry over to Hydra Island was fine however they left me in the island and I had to pay another €300 to get back to the island and they still have not gotten back with me to reimburse me at least half the trip
Hanoi Sapa Halong Bay
Overall we were extremely satisfied with our trip organized by Miss Kami Nguyen from Dream Travel. Highly recommended!!. Every destinations was visited as per the itinerary, without any omissions. The Hotel rooms were very comfortable and all the restaurants chosen were excellent. The majority of our group is from Malaysia so finding Halal Food can be challenging. However with this company, Halal meals were arranged for us in both Hanoi and Sapa. Thank you Miss Kami from Dream Travel for all your efforts.🥰🇲🇾
Very pretty port to visit but without an agency
The Hydra port is very nice to visit. Be careful, it goes up and down. No car, no motorbike... Everything on foot. Postcard harbor, cobbled streets, bars and restaurants with magnificent views. Hiking trails for sports enthusiasts, some walking beaches. Departure from Piraeus is at gate 8, one of the closest to the Piraeus metro. Tickets can be purchased online. Otherwise on site (but in advance to be sure of having a place). Each place is numbered. 40€ per trip or 80€ return
Too long, crappy boat getting there, really nice boat returning
trip was far too long; r hrs on the island more than enoug. we were there for 7. The fast cat 6 over was a decrepit tramp steamer that broke down. The crew were rude and nasty. the trip bsck on the fast cat 1 was extremely pleasant with a bery hospitable crew
Great service
Lovely island. Our pick up from hotel was timely as was the pickup from the port. Good drivers. Very pleasant.