Sun Odyssey 490 – 5 cab. (2024)

City Lavrio

Max. guests Max. 10 guests

Cabins 5 cabins

Bathrooms 3 bathrooms

With or without skipper

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Step aboard Sun Odyssey 490 – 5 cab and the day is easy to imagine: early coffee in Lavrio, a course for Kea, a thoughtfully chosen bay and the late light returning over the deck. It is an appealing base for exploring this part of the Adriatic without turning the route into a race. On board, 5 cabins and 3 bathrooms divide privacy and daily routines naturally, an important detail for an experienced crew that enjoys adapting the route to the wind. With Syros as the middle stop, the route can extend to Vourkari or return to shelter without making the experience feel incomplete.

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Life on Sun Odyssey 490 – 5 cab between Lavrio, Kea and Syros — cruising towards Kea with room for Vourkari

  • Model: Sun Odyssey 490
  • Year: 2024
  • Length: 14,42 m
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Fuel tank: 240 L
  • Cabins: 5
  • Engine: Yanmar 57-80 hp
  • Draft: 1,65-2,24 m depending on keel
  • Water tank: 640 L approx.
  • Maximum capacity on board: 10 people
  • Beam: 4,49 m
  • Total sail area: 105-112 m2 approx.

Life on board is organised around 5 cabins and 3 bathrooms. For a party of up to 10 people, common areas are best kept for meals and rest, with luggage inside the cabins. That leaves the cockpit and deck passages clear from the departure in Lavrio.

The character of Sun Odyssey 490 – 5 cab is clearest from the deck: 14,42 m of length for sharing roles and 4,49 m of beam so common life is not confined to the table. This 2024 sailing yacht is attractive for an experienced crew that enjoys adapting the route to the wind, especially when Kea opens the day and Vourkari remains an alternative.

Between Kea and Syros, the party can alternate cruising, swimming and time ashore without filling every hour. Vourkari is available for those wanting to go farther, but a shorter route still gives a complete experience.

As a guide, the price starts at €2,500/week. The booking is much clearer when confirmation lists consumption, cleaning, berths, extras and deposit terms. The party can then plan the remaining budget for food and time ashore.

Sun Odyssey 490 – 5 cab measures 14,42 m by 4,49 m. Those proportions are welcome during the stay, especially when sharing the deck, and worth remembering on the approach to Syros. With a draft of 1,65-2,24 m depending on keel, shelter is chosen according to depth and actual conditions.

Choosing Sun Odyssey 490 – 5 cab makes sense for travellers who value time on board as much as the destinations. The balance of cruising, rest and shared life turns a departure from Lavrio into several memorable days.

Equipment

Length:14 m.

Beam Beam: 4 m.

Autopilot

Bathing platform

Bedlinen and towels

Bilge pump - Electric

Bilge pump - Mechanic

Bimini top

Blankets

Bow thruster

Cockpit cushions

Cockpit table

Reserve catamaran

Boat location

Three ways to cruise from Lavrio on Sun Odyssey 490 – 5 cab — Lavrio, Kea and a route for an experienced crew that enjoys adapting the route to the wind · suited to an experienced crew that enjoys adapting the route to the wind

One day from Lavrio: cruising, swimming and a night near Syros — Lavrio, Kea and a route for an experienced crew that enjoys adapting the route to the wind

Departure from Lavrio leaves enough daylight for the crew to learn Sun Odyssey 490 – 5 cab before the first berth. The course towards Kea includes a long pause for swimming, a simple meal and a decision about continuing. That first stop sets the tone for the whole experience.

The middle day combines a comfortable passage to Kea with real time to enjoy the place. Syros is a second reference, not a compulsory target. Lunch on board, time ashore or another swim are chosen once everybody understands the boat and without pressure to complete a list.

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Sun Odyssey 490 – 5 cab towards Syros: Three days at an unhurried pace — an approach designed for an experienced crew that enjoys adapting the route to the wind

Two days on Sun Odyssey 490 – 5 cab: from Lavrio to Vourkari via Kea — Sun Odyssey 490 – 5 cab on a flexible course towards Vourkari

Voices from aboard Sun Odyssey 490 – 5 cab after cruising around Kea

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3 reviews

  • user review

    Marcos V.



    The return coincided with heavy harbour traffic. Leaving enough margin kept that detail from affecting the trip.

  • user review

    Elena B.



    A good balance of cruising and rest. The pause at Kea became the best part of the trip.

  • user review

    Javier S.



    Professional departure, easy communication and a stress-free return. We would repeat it with one more night.

Time aboard Sun Odyssey 490 – 5 cab between Kea, Syros and Vourkari — the character of Sun Odyssey 490 – 5 cab near Syros

The first morning in Lavrio works best without a rush; the party shares jobs and keeps the deck passages clear. With the boat settled on its course, lunch can wait until a genuinely comfortable bay appears. Before committing to a night near Syros, the simpler choice leaves time to cook, swim or go ashore. A night near Syros is more enjoyable; the crew discovers that slow travel can still feel far-reaching.

An early coffee leaves room to study the forecast; nobody must learn everything, but everybody knows whom to ask. After the party has found a comfortable pace, one person keeps watch while another checks position and the next mark. While daylight still allows two shelters to be compared, shortening the stage often creates a fuller afternoon aboard. After swimwear and loose equipment are collected, memories grow from simple details and generous time together.

Before setting a course for Kea, a calm explanation turns the first manoeuvre into part of the holiday. As the water opens near Kea, the deck feels better when it is not a permanent corridor. If the wind changes during the afternoon, a nearby alternative preserves good humour and a daylight arrival. With dinner ready and the anchorage checked, the morning plan is discussed without turning it into a duty.

With provisions already stowed below, lines, fenders and documents are located before the engine starts. In the opening miles on Sun Odyssey 490 – 5 cab, conversation gives way to quiet moments watching the horizon. If Syros looks busy on arrival, depth, swinging room and the morning exit matter more than reputation. Before the party divides the cabins for the night, everybody puts belongings away and common areas feel open again.

Sun Odyssey 490 – 5 cab technical data — the character of Sun Odyssey 490 – 5 cab near Syros

Model Sun Odyssey 490
Year 2024
Shipyard Jeanneau
Architects/Design Philippe Briand / Jean-Marc Piaton
CE certification A10 / B12 / C14 approx.
Construction material Fiberglass / GRP
Crew With or without skipper
Optional services Catering, transfers, provisioning and tailor-made routes
Beam 4,49 m
Draft 1,65-2,24 m depending on keel
Length 14,42 m
Displacement 11,3 t approx.
Total sail area 105-112 m2 approx.
Mast height 21,0 m approx.
Mainsail area 55-57 m2 approx.
Cruising speed 8-8,8 knots at cruising speed
Bathing platform Folding bathing platform
USB sockets in cabins Yes
Bathrooms 3
Interior saloon Interior saloon or cabin area depending on layout
Chart table Yes
Cabins 5
Maximum capacity on board 10 people
Outdoor shower Yes
Dinghy/Tender Yes
Fridge/freezer Yes
Sound system Yes
Barbecue Optional
Air conditioning Optional
Galley Yes
Electronics Yes
Engine Yanmar 57-80 hp
Wi-Fi on board Optional
Solar panels Yes
Generator Optional
Bimini and sun area Yes
Dishwasher Optional
Leisure equipment autopilot, GPS plotter, bimini top, outdoor shower, refrigerator
Safety Yes
Genoa area 50-55 m2 approx.
Water tank 640 L approx.
Fuel tank 240 L
Watermaker Optional
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Sun Odyssey 490 – 5 cab equipment: what to locate during handover — Lavrio, Kea and a route for an experienced crew that enjoys adapting the route to the wind

Handover is the best time to walk through Sun Odyssey 490 – 5 cab calmly and connect each item with a real situation. Nobody needs to memorise everything: several people should know where essential equipment is kept, how it is left after use and whom to call if something differs from the agreement.

  • Safety and swimming. Everybody knows where to find «swimming ladder» and «dinghy». The briefing also covers movement on deck, when passages stay closed and what happens before entering the water. Rules are adapted when children or first-time guests are aboard.
  • Deck and anchoring. Before leaving Lavrio, the crew locates «anchor» and «windlass». Lines and fenders remain accessible, while the person calling the berth agrees simple signals with everybody else. That preparation helps on arrival at Syros, especially in a busy harbour or crosswind.

With these references clear, Sun Odyssey 490 – 5 cab is easier to share. The crew can change the stage between Kea and Vourkari without losing time to searches, and handover in Lavrio becomes more orderly.

Before confirming Sun Odyssey 490 – 5 cab: answers for organising the stage to Kea

What cruising pace suits Sun Odyssey 490 – 5 cab between Kea and Syros?

Between Kea and Syros, the party can alternate cruising, swimming and time ashore without filling every hour. Vourkari is available for those wanting to go farther, but a shorter route still gives a complete experience. That keeps Vourkari as an option rather than an obligation. On Sun Odyssey 490 – 5 cab, this detail affects comfort more than adding another stop. The group can adjust it during handover while the base can still help.

Which equipment deserves a check before taking Sun Odyssey 490 – 5 cab from Kea to Vourkari?

Handover is the best time to walk through Sun Odyssey 490 – 5 cab calmly and connect each item with a real situation. Nobody needs to memorise everything: several people should know where essential equipment is kept, how it is left after use and whom to call if something differs from the agreement. With these references clear, Sun Odyssey 490 – 5 cab is easier to share. The crew can change the stage between Kea and Vourkari without losing time to searches, and handover in Lavrio becomes more orderly. The group can adjust it during handover while the base can still help.

Should Sun Odyssey 490 – 5 cab be chartered with or without a skipper between Kea and Syros?

The character of Sun Odyssey 490 – 5 cab is clearest from the deck: 14,42 m of length for sharing roles and 4,49 m of beam so common life is not confined to the table. This 2024 sailing yacht is attractive for an experienced crew that enjoys adapting the route to the wind, especially when Kea opens the day and Vourkari remains an alternative. The group can adjust it during handover while the base can still help.

How can Sun Odyssey 490 – 5 cab be arranged for 10 people on the route from Kea to Vourkari?

The 5 cabins separate sleep from storage, while 3 bathrooms shape the morning when the boat is full. Sun Odyssey 490 – 5 cab feels more comfortable when every berth has a clear place and the saloon table does not become a luggage shelf. Agreeing it in advance improves both the first manoeuvre and the night on board. An early decision prevents the arrival at Syros from becoming a race.

What should be confirmed when booking Sun Odyssey 490 – 5 cab from Lavrio between Kea and Vourkari?

The starting price is €2,500/week. A simple list of inclusions and extras, particularly fuel, cleaning, harbours and skipper, keeps the final day free from avoidable questions about payment. The final answer depends on forecast, handed-over inventory and the party’s actual experience. With that clear, the crew can concentrate on cruising instead of solving last-minute doubts. An early decision prevents the arrival at Syros from becoming a race.

Sun Odyssey 490 – 5 cab. (2024)

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From €2,500/week