Experience Santorini’s beauty, hot springs and beaches on a catamaran cruise. Select a daytime or sunset cruise, and sail around the island and caldera (flooded volcanic crater) on a deluxe catamaran. Stop to bathe in the Nea Kameni springs; swim, snorkel or unwind at beaches; and enjoy unlimited Santorini wine and Greek beer, plus a Greek meal prepared on board. On the evening cruise, be treated to awe-inspiring sunset views. A cruise is essential when you visit Santorini, and with numbers limited to 18, this offers a small-group experience. The catamaran vessel that is used on this tour is both motor-powered and wind-powered(sails). Its sails might or might not be used/opened, subject to weather conditions and captain’s judgement. This is a gentle note for guests that are opting for a pure sailing experience on board a non-motorized sailing boat.

Santorini caldera cruise including a full Greek meal prepared on board, plus unlimited wine and Greek beer
Soak up the sun and sights as you cruise around Santorini on a luxury, brand new catamaran
Dip into the relaxing hot springs by Nea Kameni volcano
Visit the White Beach and Red Beach for a spot of swimming, snorkeling and sunbathing
See the caldera under the glow of a legendary Santorini sunset, if option selected
Choose from a daytime or sunset cruise, with numbers limited to 18 to ensure a more intimate experience

Why Travelers Choose This Tour

Get more deck space and sip unlimited drinks on this intimate cruise that’s limited to just 18 people.

What's Included

Professional Greek skipper and sailors/crew
Complimentary drinks (white wine, Greek beer, sodas and water)
Use of Snorkeling equipment
Full Greek Meal cooked on-board the catamaran
Beach Towels / Restrooms / Changing room
Greek Fish fillets (light fried)
Grilled chicken fillets & Grilled shrimps
Pasta with tomato sauce and basil (Vegetarian)
Bread (Vegetarian) /Salads (Vegetarian) / Appetizers (tzatziki, spreads - all vegetarian)
Selection of Soda's
Mineral Water
Free Hotel Pickup and Drop-off (meeting point at the marina of Vlychada is possible, upon request)

Gratuities (Optional)
Snorkeling Fins

Departure & Return

Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered
Hotel Pickup and Drop-off is included complimentary on this tour, from all accommodations and hotels throughout Santorini.
In case your accommodation is not accessible by car, or access restricted the meeting point for your pickup will be set at a main accessible location within walking distance from your accommodation.

Cruise Travelers: The meeting point is at the "Santorini Day Tours - Fira Town Office" - 3-minutes walking from the top of the cable car
Attention for cruise travelers: Please note that return back to starting location ("Santorini Day Tours - Fira Town Office") is flexible and may vary.
Please allow/estimate return back to starting location 60-90 minutes later after the tour ends as the port whether this cruise starts is a 30 minute drive from starting location and along the way drop-off service of guests takes place to local Santorini hotels.

Ports
- Τελεφερίκ Σαντορίνης - Άνω Σταθμός, Ipapantis 10, Thira 847 00, Greece

What To Expect

Select a morning or sunset cruise when you book. Then, on the day, depart your Santorini hotel by air-conditioned minivan and travel to the jetty for your catamaran cruise.

Meet your professional skipper and crew, and find a comfortable spot on the deluxe modern catamaran. Then, sit back and admire Santorini’s caldera and sugar-cube clifftop houses as your vessel pulls away from dock. Relax and enjoy the sea breezes, and take snaps of the views as your catamaran cuts through the waves of the Aegean Sea. As you sail, enjoy the unlimited Santorini wine, Greek beers or sodas available from the onboard bar.

After a short sail across the south part of the island, stop at the Red Beach. Pause here and enjoy time to swim, snorkel or simply sunbathe on the decks.Then, drop anchor at the hot springs beside Nea Kameni, Santorini’s ancient volcano. Step ashore and submerge yourself in the warm pools, whose waters are thought to have medicinal powers that help alleviate skin and bone conditions.

Back aboard, cruise along the coast to Santorini’s southern beaches. Head for the White Beach, and, if you wish, leave the boat to swim in the crystal waters. If you fancy checking out the undersea life, use the supplied snorkeling equipment and set off in search of colorful fish and other underwater sights.

Afterward, return to deck for a delicious lunch or dinner, depending on the cruise time you’ve chosen. Dig into an enticing selection of pork and grilled chicken, Greek salad, pasta salad, fresh bread and fruit.

Then start out on your return journey. If you’ve chosen the sunset cruise, soak up the sight of one of Santorini’s magical sunsets. Snap pictures or just enjoy the moment as the sun sinks below the horizon in a blaze of orange, gold and pink.

Lastly, dock back at the jetty and finish your tour with a hotel drop-off.

Vlychada Beach (Pass By)

Start your 5-Hour Catamaran Cruise from the marina of Vlychada, located on the south island side.

Red Beach

Enjoy a 30-minute swimming stop at the Red Beach of Santorini (the vessel anchors in deep waters, off the shore)

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Please bring a dark-colored bathing suit and sun screen. Towels are provided on board the catamaran.
Vegetarian dishes are available on board are pasta, salads and bread. Please see the full food menu on the inclusions section.
Hotel pick-ups will be done to the closest accessible areas; parts of Santorini are in a slope and can't be accessed by vehicles
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Please note that alcoholic drinks such as wine and beer are being offered complimentary from the crew while on board under a moderate consumption and within alcohol safety limits scheme, as per the Greek sea law for travelers on board organized sea excursions. Boarding of intoxicated guests will not be allowed on this trip for safety issues.
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
This is a small group(shared) catamaran tour that can accommodate up to 20 people total on board.
The catamaran vessel that is used on this tour is both motor-powered and wind-powered(sails). Its sails might or might not be used/opened, subject to weather conditions and captain’s judgement. This is a gentle note for guests that are opting for a pure sailing experience on board a non-motorized sailing boat.
The alcoholic drinks are only white wine and beer.
Please wear only dark-colored or black swimming suits, as the sulfurous waters on the Palea Kameni volcano (warm springs) may alter the color of your swimming suit.
The size of the catamaran vessel used for this trip varies from 38 to 44 feet.
The local tour operator reserves the right to sub-charter additional vessels / local operators for this trip, whereas the exact same offerings , size, and itinerary / stops will be applied/included.
The port (Vlychada marina) where this small-group catamaran cruise starts may be a 30-45 min drive from your Hotel, depending its location. The sailing cruise shuttle van may stop at various local hotels to pick up and drop off other guests along the way.
Depending weather conditions the final itinerary may differ from the original in a continues effort to offer the best possible service / experience at sea to all of our guests.
Cruise Travelers: This is a tour focused on Hotel Guests. We would recommend cruise travelers to inquire prior of booking this tour as the time-frame of this tour is flexible and may overlap the time-table of cruise ships on port.
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

Operated by Santorini Day Tours

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.

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Q:What is the pick up time?

A:Please arrive at your meeting point location 5 minutes prior of your pick-up time, the tour has an immediate departure.

Jul 2019

Q:What is the pick up location?

A:We offer pick ups from most hotels. Let us know where you are staying in the 'Special Requirements' box in the Traveler Details section during checkout. Or you can let us know after booking by visiting 'Manage my Booking' and emailing us there.

Jul 2019

Q:What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Santorini Caldera Cruise Including Full Greek Meal and Drinks?

A:The policy on face masks and attendee health is:

Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival

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Q:What is the policy on sanitization during Santorini Caldera Cruise Including Full Greek Meal and Drinks?

A:The policies on sanitization are:

Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized

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Q:What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Santorini Caldera Cruise Including Full Greek Meal and Drinks?

A:The policy on staff health & safety is:

Regular temperature checks for staff

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Traveler Tips

Don't wear a white bathing suit if you will swim in the hot springs as the sulfur will stain the suit.

It did get cold on the way back so take a hoodie or extra towel with you.

Lots of opportunities to swim/snorkel, and if you didn’t want to it was perfectly fine to relax on the sun beds and you wouldn’t even feel like you’re waiting for the snorkellers to finish because it’s just so relaxing!

Reviews

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Richard_A, Nov 2021

This was worth every dollar… I had a great time and the guys were wonderful the boat was clean and I felt secure the whole time

Amazing

Samantha_P, Oct 2021

This was an amazing experience. From the staff, to the views, to the food and wine, everything was perfect! This trip was a 10/10! Misha was so helpful, nice, and funny.

Best way to experience Santorini by sea

April_V, Oct 2021

Had a great time on this sunset cruise! We decided to spend our last night on Santorini on this and we didn’t regret it! Although we had bad weather all week, the day we had our tour it was suppose to clear up, we really got lucky! It rained when we were boarding the boat and half the people bailed last min, lucky for us because the people that stayed, as soon as we left the dock, the weather cleared up and we were blessed with great weather at sea! We even had less people on our boat so it felt more private and less crowded than the other boats we saw! Zeus and the gods were on our side! The crew was great and my family had a great time! Dinner was delicious! Thank you so much!

Sunset Spectacular!! Must see!

Chelsey_C, Oct 2021

This trip was absolutely fantastic! The staff is very kind and knowledgeable. We saw beautiful sights, the time in the water was fantastic, the food was great, and the sunset was awe-inspiring. I can’t recommend enough!

Michigan Gang

Michael_A, Oct 2021

Swimming and the wonderful sites and food and staff. We had a great time. Anyone would enjoy this trip

Santorini boat evening

conormccarney, Oct 2021

Captain and crew were lovely. Had a great evening swimming and enjoying the food during the sunset. Quick and easy pick up point and drop off.

Overall expensive for the outcome

Donald_C, Oct 2021

Unique scenery, clean boat with good crew. Hot springs were not hot (couple degrees warmer the sea water) because the spring is not contained so it mixes with the sea. Food served was excellent.

Best part in Santorini

Winnie_C, Oct 2021

The sunset cruise with the Summer Boat is the best decision we made to your Santorini. The cruise is fun, we get some chances to swim in the blue Aegean Sea water. The food is good , the crew members: captain Kostas, crew: Makis, Chrys , Klara are all very fun and helpful. The sunset is just breathtaking! A must do in Santorini.

Great value for a great experience!

Jeremy_E, Oct 2021

Great way to explore the beaches and hot springs of Santorini. The food was delicious and the crew was very attentive!

Great boat trip!

Luke_B, Oct 2021

The crew were great, food amazing and the views incredible. Great experience, everyone must do this when visiting santorini

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