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Hydra Private Day Trip by Ferry from Athens with Transfers

26 Reviews 4.19 out of 5 stars Based on 26 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Athens, Greece

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10 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview

Take a full-day excursion to Hydra, one of the most cosmopolitan islands in the Aegean Sea. Depart from Piraeus Port on the local ferry to reach Hydra in less than 2 hours, then enjoy about 5 hours at your disposal to discover this amazing Greek island independently. Wander around the picturesque town filled with red-tiled houses and stone-paved narrow alleys until it is time to take the ferry back to Athens. This package includes ferry tickets to Hydra Island and pickup and drop-off from centrally located hotels in Athens.

What's Included

  • Round-trip Piraeus port transfers
  • Round-trip ferry tickets
  • Athens hotel pick up/drop off service
  • Food and drinks
  • Personal expenses
  • Local excursions or activities
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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point
Pickup details

Complimentary pick up/drop off service from/to hotels/apartments/Airbnb, located in Athens center.

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Meeting point

Athanasiou Diakou
Athina 117 43, Greece

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

Port of Piraeus (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.
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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.
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5 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Port of Piraeus (Pass By)

You will be transferred back to your Athens hotel at approximately 8pm.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: Will I get seasick on Hydra Private Day Trip by Ferry from Athens with Transfers?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Average 4.19 out of 5 stars based on 26 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

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  • Round-trip Piraeus port transfers
  • Round-trip ferry tickets
  • Athens hotel pick up/drop off service
  • Food and drinks
  • Personal expenses
  • Local excursions or activities
  • Escort/guide

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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.

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Cancellation Policy

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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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