Hydra Island: Full Day Trip from Athens with Swimming
Overview
Sail from Piraeus to Hydra with Magic Sea Ferries. Enjoy a comfortable high-speed journey, a guided town tour, swimming opportunities, and 6 full hours to explore this beautiful Greek island.
- Sail from Piraeus to Hydra aboard a modern Magic Sea Ferries high-speed ferry
- Enjoy a fast, comfortable sea journey with convenient onboard facilities
- Discover Hydra Town on a one-hour guided walk through mansions and charming alleys
- Swim at Spilia or visit Vlichos Beach, with optional transfers and sunbeds at extra cost
- Spend six full hours on Hydra exploring its history, culture, beaches, and local charm
What's Included
- Comfortable high-speed ferry journey with convenient onboard facilities
- Round-trip high-speed ferry tickets between Piraeus and Hydra with Magic Sea Ferries
- Free time for sightseeing, shopping, relaxing, and swimming opportunities at Spilia
- Friendly local host and organized boarding assistance at Piraeus Port
- Digital Hydra travel guide with tips, useful links, beaches, attractions, and shopping suggestions
- Six full hours on Hydra Island, including the guided walking tour and free time
- Guided walking tour of Hydra Town, exploring the island's history, culture, and everyday life
- Mandatory transfer supplement: €25 per person from 1/10 to 31/5, or €30 per person from 1/6 to 30/9.
- Optional round-trip transportation to Vlichos Beach (additional charge applies)
- Sunbeds and umbrellas at Vlichos Beach or other beach locations (additional charge applies)
- Lunch, drinks, and personal expenses
Meeting Location
Pouri 299
Pireas 185 35, Greece
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Hydra Town
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Hydra
6 hours Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- What to Bring: Swimsuit, Towel, Comfortable shoes, Sunscreen, Hat, Sunglasses, Water, ID card
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Hydra Island: Full Day Trip from Athens with Swimming?
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Activity code: C-63073P38
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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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.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- Comfortable high-speed ferry journey with convenient onboard facilities.
- Round-trip high-speed ferry tickets between Piraeus and Hydra with Magic Sea Ferries.
- Free time for sightseeing, shopping, relaxing, and swimming opportunities at Spilia.
- Friendly local host and organized boarding assistance at Piraeus Port.
- Digital Hydra travel guide with tips, useful links, beaches, attractions, and shopping suggestions.
- Six full hours on Hydra Island, including the guided walking tour and free time.
- Guided walking tour of Hydra Town, exploring the island's history, culture, and everyday life.
- Mandatory transfer supplement: €25 per person from 1/10 to 31/5, or €30 per person from 1/6 to 30/9.
- Optional round-trip transportation to Vlichos Beach (additional charge applies).
- Sunbeds and umbrellas at Vlichos Beach or other beach locations (additional charge applies).
- Lunch, drinks, and personal expenses.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Hydra Island: Full Day Trip from Athens with Swimming is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- What to Bring: Swimsuit, Towel, Comfortable shoes, Sunscreen, Hat, Sunglasses, Water, ID card
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Hydra Island: Full Day Trip from Athens with Swimming will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Comfortable high-speed ferry journey with convenient onboard facilities
- Round-trip high-speed ferry tickets between Piraeus and Hydra with Magic Sea Ferries
- Free time for sightseeing, shopping, relaxing, and swimming opportunities at Spilia
- Friendly local host and organized boarding assistance at Piraeus Port
- Digital Hydra travel guide with tips, useful links, beaches, attractions, and shopping suggestions
- Six full hours on Hydra Island, including the guided walking tour and free time
- Guided walking tour of Hydra Town, exploring the island's history, culture, and everyday life
- Mandatory transfer supplement: €25 per person from 1/10 to 31/5, or €30 per person from 1/6 to 30/9.
- Optional round-trip transportation to Vlichos Beach (additional charge applies)
- Sunbeds and umbrellas at Vlichos Beach or other beach locations (additional charge applies)
- Lunch, drinks, and personal expenses
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- What to Bring: Swimsuit, Towel, Comfortable shoes, Sunscreen, Hat, Sunglasses, Water, ID card
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
