Viator
From €1,300
Halkidiki: Private Cruise To The Mount Athos Monasteries
This is a fully private cruise along one of the most protected and inaccessible coastlines in Europe. The price covers your entire group (up to 7 guests), not per person. The monastic community of Mount Athos is closed to most visitors — entry by land requires special permits — but the coastline can be experienced by sea, and this cruise puts you right alongside it. Departing from Ouranoupoli (Eagles Resort) for a 5-hour itinerary, or Vourvourou (Ekies Resort) for the full 7-hour experience, your skipper guides you past centuries-old monasteries perched on dramatic cliffs — Simonos Petras, Dionisiou, Agiou Pavlou, and more — before heading to the Drenia Islands for swimming and snorkelling, and finishing with a visit to Ammouliani Town and the historic Byzantine village of Ouranoupoli. No shared groups, no fixed pace — the route adapts to your group. The cruise operates aboard our Axopar 28 T-Top — a premium 28ft vessel with a 300HP Mercury engine, comfortable for up to 7 guests.
Tour information provided by Viator.
- · Minimum 1 travelers
- · Up to 15 travelers
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Itinerary
Select a stop or tap a pin on the map to see details. 4 itinerary stops
Sea route is approximate — curved dashed line shows the sailing path between stops.
- 1
Byzantine Tower of Ouranoupolis
Historic Byzantine village and gateway to Mount Athos. Visit the iconic Prosforio Tower and explore the harbour before departing.
30 min - 2
Mount Athos The Holy Mountain
Cruise along the sacred shores of Mount Athos at 500 metres offshore. Admire ancient monasteries including Simonos Petras, Dionisiou, and Agiou Pavlou perched on dramatic cliffs.
180 min - 3
Drenia Island
Uninhabited islets with white sand beaches and crystal-clear water. Swim and snorkel in complete tranquillity.
90 min - 4
Ammouliani
Halkidiki's only inhabited island. Stroll the harbour, explore the village, and enjoy an optional lunch at a waterfront taverna.
120 min
What's included
- Beverages & Juices
- Bottled water
- Life jackets and emergency equipment
- VAT and taxes
- Professional Captain
- Beach towels
What's not included
- Lunch: Lunch (optional stop at local taverna, payable on site)
- Wine package: Greek wine, seasonal fruit and local cheese (available on request at extra cost)
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tickets
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Tour options
From Vourvourou (Ekies)
Duration: 7 hours: Price is for the entire private boat (up to 7 guests). When booking, please select 1 traveller. Mount Athos Full Route: Vourvourou → Ouranoupoli → Mount Athos Coastline → Drenia Islands → Ammouliani Town → Vourvourou Axopar 28 T-Top: Max. Capacity: 7 people Length: 28 ft. Engine: 300 hp Mercury Verado Build Year: 2021 Starting point: Explore The Outside - Sithonia Halkidiki, Ekies Resort, Βουρβουρού 630 78, Greece
From Ouranoupoli (Eagles)
Duration: 5 hours: Price is for the entire private boat (up to 7 guests). When booking, please select 1 traveller. Mount Athos Round Trip: Ouranoupoli → Mount Athos Coastline → Drenia Islands → Ammouliani Town → Ouranoupoli Axopar 28 T-Top: Max. Capacity: 7 people Length: 28 ft. Engine: 300 hp Mercury Verado Build Year: 2021 Starting point: Explore The Outside - Athos Halkidiki, Near Eagles Palace Hotel, Ουρανούπολη 630 75, Greece
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