Hydra Island boat trip including free time in the town
Excursions & day trips

Hydra Island boat trip including free time in the town

4.4/5
Excellent
Based on 112 reviews
from
$90.00
Free cancellation
Language: French
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: more than 8 hours

This experience meets the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria. By choosing this experience you can protect the places you love, care for the environment and support local communities.

Why you’ll love this…
  • You'll visit Hydra – this historic spot is known as one of Greece's prettiest islands
  • There's a relaxing boat trip across the scenic Saronic Gulf on the agenda
  • You'll experience the peace of this car and motorbike-free ancient town
  • Free time in the town allows you to shop, café-hop or stroll the lanes at your own pace
What to expect

Take in one of the most appealing islands in the Saronic Gulf with this boat cruise. Sail across the Aegean Sea and come ashore to explore Hydra – an ancient port of call where cars and motorbikes are banned. Irini, one of our local guides, says, ‘Donkeys are the most common transport on Hydra, and you'll see them lined up like taxis, waiting to carry your heavy cases or shopping bags for you. For the island's population they are an essential part of the infrastructure, and they definitely add charm to the port town.'

After pick-up from your hotel, we'll travel to the port of Ermoni. Once aboard the boat, you can sit back and soak up some sunshine as we sail across the Saronic Gulf to Hydra. There's so much history in this part of the Aegean as it was an important ancient trade route. Irini says, ‘Hydra's prosperity grew in the 18th and 19th centuries, when it became a major hub for shipping and trade in the Eastern Mediterranean. The island's skilled sailors and shipbuilders established Hydra as a dominant force in the maritime industry.'

When we arrive at the car and motorbike-free island of Hydra, you'll have free time to explore. You can linger in the harbour to spot colourful fishing boats bobbing on the sea, stroll past sugar cube houses on the hillside, or venture into the town's maze of cobbled alleys for a coffee or some shopping.

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What's included
  • check Transport
  • check Boat ticket
  • check Escort
What to remember
  • Food and drink not included
  • Bring bathing gear and sunblock
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Provider
TUI Hellas Travel, Tourism and Airlines SA, with Tax Number 094469778 and Travel License Number 0261Ε60000126100
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.4/5

Based on 112 reviews from verified customers

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  • val

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Traveled with family

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

    pas d indication sur ce que nous pouvons faire sur l ile

  • Séb

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Traveled as a couple

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Enfin une excursion digne de ce nom et en rapport au prix payé. Cette île est magnifique. Par contre encore une fois aucun guide au départ de l'hôtel ...

  • Famille Baudemont

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Traveled with family

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Voyage en car pour prendre le bateau de 2h30... trop long. On devrait en avertir les gens. Le bateau était rapide. Sur l'île tout était très cher (mêm ...

  • Betty boop

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Traveled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Cette île est magnifique et garde un charme. Ces petits magasins et cette vue sont une merveille. Quel beau souvenir.

  • StephilK

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Traveled with family

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Une magnifique escapade au rythme de chacun. Un bon accueil au niveau de la navette.

  • Antho 62

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Traveled with family

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Ile très jolie mais proposer du temps libre toute la journée est un peu trop. A part des restaurants et magasins il n'y a une importance cruciale à la ...

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