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 120 reviews
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£67.00
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 120 reviews from verified customers

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  • Mamie cloclo

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled with family

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Pierre

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Valy

    From France - July 2025

    Travelled with family

     

    55 - 64 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Découverte individuelle, repas non compris. J'aurais apprécié quelques explications sur l'histoire de l'île. Le bus avait 30 mn de ********** au dépar ...

  • Rosanna

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Solo traveller

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    + la liberté sur place - le manque du respect des horaires

  • Philippe

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Nous avons passé des vacances au top, services, restauration, propreté, personnel très à l écoute, merci à Latif...notre vue mer est exceptionnelle, n ...

  • Sab

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled with family

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Magnifique a voir de beau paysage. Des chats à chaque coin de rues restaurant en face du port Tassos bon et pas cher, on a passé une ********** journé ...