Athens: Guided Day Trip to Aegina Island with Swimming
Before you book
- This is a trip to Aegina, not Hydra, and it leaves from Piraeus: meet under the E8 sign at gate E8, a 10-minute walk from the Piraeus or Dimotiko Theatro metro stations. Piraeus to Aegina takes 40 minutes by Hellenic Seaways' high-speed boat or 1 h 10 by Saronic Ferries' conventional ferry, per the operators.
- Not in the price: the ferry tickets, €30 a person (a €6 booking fee and a €24 fare), which the operator books and hands you on the day; the Temple of Aphaia ticket, €10; and tips.
- At Aphaia, the listing says, EU citizens up to 25 and non-EU visitors under 18 enter free with ID. It gives EU citizens 65 and over a reduced ticket from 1 October to 31 May, then says only full tickets apply in October, so check at the gate.
- The Agios Nektarios monastery and the churches of Paleochora are places of worship: dress for them and keep your voice down.
- Cancellation, as listed: “Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.”
About This Experience
A guided day trip to Aegina from Piraeus port, gate E8: the ferry across, then by coach to the Byzantine ruins of Paleochora, the Agios Nektarios monastery and the Temple of Aphaia, a beach and Aegina town.
Highlights
- Ride in a comfortable coach while viewing the tranquil island
- See imposing ruins and hike toward the Medieval town of Paleochora
- Visit the astonishing ancient temple of Athena Aphaia
- Swim in crystal clear waters while admiring the scenery of the Saronic Gulf
- Sample a local variety of pistachios which is a part of the island's identity
What's Included
- ✓ Expert archaeologist guide sharing captivating insights
- ✓ Comfortable transportation on the island for hassle-free exploration
- ✓ Delightful pistachio tasting – a true Aegina specialty
Not Included
- Ferry tickets (30 EUR)
- Entrance fee to the archaeological site of Athena Aphaia (10 EUR)
- Tips
Good to Know
- Important Information Regarding Ferry Tickets
- Ferry tickets are not included in the tour price and cost 30€ per person
- (including 6€ pre-booking & service fee and 24€ sea taxi fare).
- To ensure a smooth and stress-free experience, the tour company handles the full pre-booking and ticket issuance on your behalf.
- Your tickets will be issued by the team and personally delivered to you on the day of the tour before departure.
- No action is required from your side.
- Free admission is granted to:
- Citizens of the European Union up to 25 years old (with valid ID or passport)
- Non-EU citizens up to 18 years old
- Reduced admission is granted to:
- EU citizens aged 65 and over, only for visits between October 1st and May 31st
- Important Note:
- During the months of June, July, August, September, and October, only the full ticket price applies – no reduced tickets are available for seniors 65+.
Meeting Point
Meet at the Piraeus Port, GATE E8, under the sign E8, at the entrance, which is a 10-minute walk from the Piraeus metro station or Dimotiko Theatro metro station.
