BASICS ABOUT GETTING THERE:
Recommended search engines to find the best flight prices:
- Expdia – www.expedia.com
- SkyScanner – www.skyscanner.com
- E-Dream – www.edream.com
- TravelStarter – www.travelstarter.com
Transfers from airport to marina
Saronic route
Athens to Lavrio
Your options upon arrival are:
- Public bus. Busses cost around €4-€5 and take about 40 minutes. Bus leaves every hour from 06:30am to 09:30pm outside the hotel Sofitel which is right outside the arrival hall (just cross the street where the taxis are and you will find the bus stop). The bus goes: Airport-Markopolo, then change for a new bus Markopolo-Lavrio (they stop at the same place, just get off and wait for the next bus)
- Regular taxi. This costs around €50-€55 and takes about 30 minutes(Tell the taxi driver to drive to Lavrio Marina)
- TYW Transfer (to be confirmed)
- The transfer bus, as well as most taxis are, CASH ONLY
Staying an extra night or two?
Do you need a place to stay before you go sailing or maybe just want to continue enjoying the Greece sun and get some more rest after your trip? We have listed some of the hotels that you can choose from.
Sofitel Athens Airport
From €190/night
If you arrive the night before your sailing start it might be a good ide to stay at this hotel which is located just next to Athens airport, 35 kilometres from the historic city centre of Athens and about 26km from Lavrio You can take in panoramic views from the indoor pool or relax with a sauna and massage in the wellness centre before enjoying Greek dishes in the 24-hour restaurant.
Divani Palace Acropolis
From €93/night
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This luxury hotel is situated in in the middle of Athens, Acropolis neighbourhoods, it is also close to New Acropolis Museum, Acropolis, and Parthenon. In addition to 2 restaurants, Divani Palace Acropolis features an outdoor pool. Other amenities include a bar/lounge and a poolside bar. The Hotel will offer you 20% discount if you to book directly through the Hotel in writing (by email or fax) marked with “THE YACHT WEEK” and you will have to show a copy of the booking at the check in.
Eridanus Art Luxury Hotel
From €72/night
This hotel is located in the centre of Athens, right in the historical district It is close to Kerameikos Cemetery, Parthenon, and Ancient Agora. Area attractions also include Acropolis and Benaki Museum. In addition to a restaurant, the Hotel features a steam room. Other amenities include a bar/lounge and complimentary wireless Internet access.
Airotel Alexandros Hotel
From €53/night
A bit cheaper alternative is this 4 star hotel located in Athens’s Kolonaki neighborhood, close to Athens Concert Hall, Acropolis, and Hellenic Parliament. In addition to a restaurant, the hotel features a bar/lounge
Mare Nostrum Hotel Club Thalasso
From €120/night
Prefer to avoid the city and just relax at a hotel by the beach instead? This hotel in Vravona is located 15 miles from Lavrio. This Hotel is situated on the beach and has a full-service spa, a steam room, a sauna, a fitness facility, and a seasonal outdoor pool. It also offers a restaurant, a poolside bar, a bar/lounge and a tennis court.
