Alina: Fountaine Pajot Thira 80 Power Yacht Charter Greece

Alina: Fountaine Pajot Thira 80 Power Yacht Charter Greece

Updated May 2026.

A brand-new Fountaine Pajot Thira 80 power catamaran — Alina — has joined the Greek charter fleet. At 24.66 metres LOA, 11 metres of beam and a shallow 1.3-metre draft, the Thira 80 is the French builder’s flagship power catamaran — effectively a 30-metre motor-yacht volume in a hull format that opens up Cycladic anchorages a comparable monohull motor yacht simply cannot reach. This guide walks the Thira 80 model in detail, what Alina specifically brings to the Greek market, the deck-by-deck layout, the cruising itineraries the boat is designed for, what guests get aboard, charter rates and a five-question FAQ. Plus a closing photo gallery showing the class.

About the Fountaine Pajot Thira 80 power catamaran

Fountaine Pajot is the long-established French catamaran builder, founded in 1976 in Aigrefeuille-d’Aunis. The yard built its reputation through decades of cruising sailing catamarans before expanding into the motor-yacht segment with the MY (Motor Yacht) range in the mid-2010s. The Thira 80 sits at the top of that range — the model launched publicly in 2022, with the first hulls delivered in 2023, and quickly established itself as the most-talked-about luxury power catamaran in its size class.

The headline specifications:

— Length overall: 24.66 m / 80.9 ft
— Beam: 11.0 m / 36 ft
— Draft: ~1.30 m (one of the boat’s defining advantages)
— Displacement: approximately 85 tonnes
— Engines: twin diesels in either Volvo Penta IPS or D11 shaft-drive configurations (operator-specific, typically around 670 HP each)
— Cruising speed: 10-12 knots
— Maximum speed: 18-20 knots
— Range at cruising: ~1,100 nautical miles
— Fuel capacity: ~12,000 litres
— Standard layout: 4 guest cabins, 4 heads, plus crew quarters aft
— Maximum guests: 8 (or 10 with convertible saloon configurations)
— Crew: 3-4 (typically captain, chef, stewardess, and a deckhand on larger guest-count weeks)

The reason the boat matters for Greek charter is the combination of multihull stability, shallow draft and motor-yacht volume. A 24-metre monohull motor yacht typically draws 2.0-2.5 metres, which locks it out of half the Cycladic anchorages. The Thira 80’s 1.3-metre draft is closer to a sailing catamaran’s; the boat anchors where the small charter cats anchor, but with twice the deck area and significantly larger cabins. That combination is rare at this length.

What Alina brings to the Greek charter fleet

Alina is a recently commissioned Thira 80 added to the Greek charter inventory. The specific commissioning year, operator and decoration details vary by source and we’d encourage prospective charterers to confirm the latest configuration directly with the operator at the contract stage. What’s reliably true about every Thira 80 in active charter:

— The boat operates with a full crew (captain, chef, stewardess at minimum; a deckhand on larger guest-count weeks) — this is not a bareboat-class yacht.
— Guest capacity is 8 in the standard 4-cabin / 4-head configuration. Some Thira 80s carry a convertible saloon arrangement for 10.
— The boat is based in Greek waters — typically Athens (Alimos or Lavrion) as the operating home port, with reach across the Cyclades, Saronic, Sporades, Dodecanese and Ionian.
— Standard equipment on a Thira 80 includes A/C throughout, generator, watermaker, hydraulic swim platform, tender garage, full crew quarters, and modern connectivity (Starlink is becoming the norm on this tier).

If you’re comparing Alina against other Greek-fleet luxury yachts, the natural peers are: other Thira 80s (rare, the class is small), larger Sunreef Power 70-80 models, traditional 80-foot monohull motor yachts (Princess, Sunseeker, Azimut in similar length), and smaller Fountaine Pajot MY 5 / MY 6 motor cats.

Deck-by-deck layout

The Thira 80 is laid out across three meaningful levels, with the engine room and crew quarters in the hulls and the guest spaces split between main deck and flybridge.

Flybridge (upper deck). The most-used social space on most charters. The upper deck is roughly 30+ square metres and carries the upper helm station, a wraparound sun pad, an outdoor lounge with seating for 8-10, and a bar/refrigerator unit. The boat can be driven from either helm; most captains prefer the upper helm at speed in clear weather. Sun-shaded by an integrated hardtop that extends back over the lounge area.

Main deck cockpit (aft). Level with the swim platform, sheltered by the flybridge overhang. Dining for 10-12 with a U-shaped settee around a table that converts for sit-down dinners. Tender storage and water-toy access via the hydraulic swim platform aft.

Main deck saloon. 360-degree glazing, opening sliding doors to the aft cockpit so the spaces flow when at anchor. Indoor dining for 8 plus a separate lounge area. Lower helm station forward, with full instruments for foul-weather or night running. The forward end carries a galley island that opens onto the saloon — entertaining-friendly, with the chef visible while preparing meals.

Master suite (forward, main deck). Full-beam forward cabin with king bed, en-suite head with a separate shower stall, walk-in wardrobe, panoramic forward-facing windows. The largest cabin on the boat by a significant margin.

Three guest cabins (in the hulls). Each with a queen or double bed, en-suite head with shower. Distribution: two cabins port hull, one starboard hull (with the starboard hull’s forward bay sometimes converted to an office or fourth twin-cabin depending on operator).

Crew quarters (aft). Two crew cabins with separate access (the crew never crosses guest spaces to reach their berths). Crew galley, mess, and laundry in the aft section.

What guests get aboard Alina

A Thira 80 charter in Greek waters typically includes:

— Full crew: captain, chef (often Michelin-trained on premium operators), stewardess, deckhand. Crew totals 3-4 on most weeks.
— Chef-prepared meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner aboard, with a guest pre-charter food and beverage questionnaire shaping the menu. Sommelier-curated Greek wine list (Assyrtiko, Moschofilero, Agiorgitiko, Xinomavro the regional staples).
— Tender: typically a 4-5 metre RIB with 60-90 HP outboard for shore runs and watersports towing.
— Standard water toys: 2 stand-up paddleboards, 2 kayaks (single or tandem), snorkel gear (full-face options for kids), a donut towable, and a water-ski set.
— Premium toys (operator-dependent): Seabob, eFoil, jet ski, motorised SUP. Inventory is limited — pre-book at the contract stage. For the full water-toy menu and 2026 pricing, see our broader Greek charter section.
— Connectivity: Starlink high-speed internet across the boat. Useful for stay-connected work-from-yacht weeks.
— Climate control: A/C throughout including all guest cabins, the saloon, and the crew quarters.
— Watermaker: typically 200-400 L/day production, meaning fewer marina-water-fill stops and longer anchor-only stretches.

Best Greek itineraries for Alina

The Thira 80’s combination of range (1,100 nm at cruising), speed (10-12 kn cruising / 18-20 kn max) and shallow draft (1.3 m) suits a range of Greek charter routes.

Cyclades from Athens — 7 days. Athens (Alimos) → Kea → Mykonos → Delos → Naxos → Paros → Antiparos → return. The classic Cyclades loop benefits from the Thira 80’s speed on the open-water windward stretches (Kea to Mykonos, Naxos back to Athens) and the shallow-draft access to bays around the smaller islands.

Saronic Gulf weekend — 3 days. Athens → Aegina → Poros → Hydra → return. Family-friendly, calm waters, every stop within a 2-hour cruise. Ideal for a short shake-out charter before deciding on a longer week.

Ionian charter — 7 days from Corfu or Lefkada. Corfu → Paxos → Lefkada → Kefalonia → Ithaca → return. The Ionian’s smoother waters and shorter inter-island hops suit a slower pace; the Thira 80’s stability shines in the protected gulf waters around Ithaca and Kefalonia.

Long-range Aegean — 10 days. Athens → Cyclades → Crete → Dodecanese (Rhodes, Symi, Kos) → return. This itinerary showcases the boat’s 1,100 nm range and 18-20 knot top speed; you cover more ground than a sailing catamaran would in the same window.

For more route inspiration, see our Greek islands by catamaran — Cyclades, Ionian and Saronic compared and the Paros must-see deep-dive.

Charter rates and practical info

Indicative 2026 weekly charter rates for a Thira 80 in Greek waters fall in a wide range depending on operator, week, equipment and crew tier:

— Peak July-August: typically €60,000-100,000+ per week.
— High shoulder (late June + early September): typically 15-25% below peak.
— Standard shoulder (early June + mid-September): typically 25-40% below peak.
— Off-season (May, October): typically 40-55% below peak.

APA (Advance Provisioning Allowance): standard for crewed luxury charters at 30-35% of the charter fee, held in advance by the operator. The APA covers fuel, food and beverages, marina and dockage fees, customs and port charges, on-charter excursions, tips for shore services, and any premium provisioning requests. The hostess accounts for the APA during the charter; any unused balance is refunded at week-end. For typical 7-day Greek charters, the APA spend lands in the 25-30% range with 5-10% returned.

Greek tax considerations: VAT applies to Greek-flagged charters at the prevailing rate; the operator handles the calculation and inclusion in the contract. The Greek tourist tax of €1.50 per person per night applies on top.

High season is July-August; shoulder weeks (late May-June and September-early October) are the smart-money option for repeat charterers wanting the same yacht and crew at 15-30% lower cost.

Base port and airport access: Athens-Alimos and Lavrion are the standard Thira 80 operating bases for Greek charters. Athens International Airport (Eleftherios Venizelos) is 25-30 minutes from Alimos by taxi. Flights from every major European city and direct US connections to JFK, Newark and Boston are available year-round.

Booking lead time: 6-12 weeks ahead for peak July-August. 4-8 weeks for shoulder. 2-4 weeks for off-season. The Thira 80 inventory in Greek waters is small — the boat sells through faster than the broader 80-foot luxury yacht market.

For broader context on the Greek charter cost picture beyond luxury crewed yachts, see our Greek catamaran provisioning 2026 cost guide.

How Alina compares to other Greek-fleet luxury yachts

Natural comparisons in the 75-85 ft luxury power-yacht segment: Sunreef Power 70-80 (Polish-built power cats, comparable price); Lagoon Sixty 7 / Seventy 8 (similar layout philosophy); 80-ft monohull motor yachts (Princess Y85, Sunseeker 86, Azimut Magellano 25 Metri) — traditional motor-yacht volume but typically 2.0-2.5 m draft, locking them out of half the Cycladic anchorages the Thira 80 can enter. For most luxury parties wanting Greek-island access, the Thira 80 wins on the draft-vs-volume trade-off.

Ready to inquire about Alina?

For Alina availability, current weekly rates and APA estimates, contact us via the contact page. Quotes typically take 24-48 hours during business days. For broader Greek-fleet alternatives across the 60-90 foot luxury power and sailing catamaran segments, browse the catamaran fleet page.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Fountaine Pajot Thira 80?

The Thira 80 is Fountaine Pajot’s flagship power catamaran, launched publicly in 2022. At 24.66 m LOA, 11 m beam and 1.3 m draft, it combines motor-yacht-class volume with shallow-draft catamaran anchoring — a combination rare at this length. Cruising speed 10-12 knots, max 18-20 knots, range 1,100 nm. Standard layout 4 guest cabins, 4 heads, plus crew quarters aft.

How many guests can Alina accommodate?

8 guests in the standard 4-cabin / 4-head configuration (one master suite plus three guest cabins). Some Thira 80s carry a convertible saloon layout that brings overnight capacity to 10. Day-time entertaining capacity is 12-14 guests comfortably.

What does it cost to charter the Thira 80 in Greece per week?

Indicative 2026 ranges: peak July-August €60,000-100,000+ per week for the boat alone, plus 30-35% APA for fuel/food/marina/extras. Shoulder weeks run 15-40% lower depending on month. Off-season (May, October) lands 40-55% below peak. For exact current Alina rates, contact us directly.

What’s included in a luxury power catamaran charter in Greece?

The boat itself, full crew (typically captain + chef + stewardess minimum), standard water-toy package (SUPs, kayaks, snorkel, donut towable), tender with outboard, A/C, Starlink connectivity, watermaker, hydraulic swim platform. Not included: fuel, food and beverages, marina overnight fees, port charges, premium water toys (Seabob, eFoil, jet ski), tips. These are paid through the APA.

Where does Alina cruise from?

The standard Greek base for a Thira 80 charter is Athens (Alimos or Lavrion) with reach across the Cyclades, Saronic, Sporades, Dodecanese and northern Aegean. Ionian-based charters from Corfu or Lefkada are also workable, with the boat repositioned for the week. Specific Alina base port and any season-long position should be confirmed with the operator at the booking stage.

Alina Full Photo Gallery (103 photos)

Browse Alina’s complete photo set — interior, exterior, deck and detail shots from the Fountaine Pajot Power 80. Click any thumbnail to view full size.