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Premium Small-Group Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open Bar, Transfer

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Santorini, Greece
Very popular!
5+ bookings in the past 6 hours.
  • 5 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.9
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· Nicole_d ·
Mar 2026
Unreal. George and Irene were our hosts ziekis the captain and Joel our chef!!! Everything was top notch. The information about what we were seeing, keeping us comfortable with blankets after a swim, playing music and just making the trip extra special.
· Elizabeth_M ·
Mar 2026
This was a great experience, we had a small group and really enjoyed the large boat, the food was wonderful, and the staff on the boat were kind and accommodating. We went when it was the time of year that was too cold to swim and it was still wonderful! Such stunning views

Overview

Cruise around Santorini on this half-day catamaran tour departing from Vlihada Marina. Observe famed sights such as the Venetian Lighthouse, the Indian Rocks, the Red Beach, and the White Beach as you glide atop clear blue water. Enjoy a swimming and snorkeling excursion, then take in panoramic views of Thirasia Island and, if you've chosen an evening tour, sail past Oia during sunset—a must-do for any Santorini trip.
  • Swim and snorkel at multiple locations
  • Indulge in a buffet-style BBQ meal and sip drinks from the open bar
  • Choose from a daytime or evening sail
  • Drop-off anywhere on the island after the cruise

What's Included

  • Complimentary Hotel pickup and drop-off with an air-conditioned mini bus
  • Lunch
    Bbq shrimp, Bbq chicken fillet, BBQ beef sausage, Pasta with tomato sauce, Greek salad, Vineleaf rolls with rice, Tzatziki dips, bread, Dessert
  • Alcoholic Beverages
    Open bar: white wine, beer, soft drinks
  • Use of Snorkeling equipment
    Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Towels
  • All Fees and Taxes

    Meeting and Pickup

    You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

    Pickup points

    Select a pickup point

    Pickup details

    *Pick Up information* We will send you a message with the exact location and time for the pickup, after the booking. The pick-up happens with a Mini Bus, at least one hour before the start time of the cruise and the pickup location might be a short walking distance from your hotel. *Are you a Cruise Ship Guest visiting Santorini?* Most tender boats drop you off at the Old Port of Fira, but WE CAN NOT PICK YOU UP from there since there is no road access. You will need to take the cable car to reach our office in Fira and be there at least one hour before the start of our sailing cruise. Let us know what time the tender starts and gets back to your cruise ship. We need to make sure that you have enough time to return.

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    Meeting point

    • 8CPP+JF Vlichada
      8CPP+JFF Vlichada, Greece

      Vlychada Marina, direct meet up at least 15 minutes before the start of the cruise

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Itinerary

    Make your way to the marina in time to catch your sailboat. Along with a small group of fellow travelers, go aboard and find a comfortable spot on board.

    The boat sets out for the Red Beach, located adjacent to the historical village of Akrotiri and the White Beach. Sail past the Indian Rocks to the tip of the island, marked by the historic Venetian Lighthouse. Admire views of the neighboring small Greek islands and the glittering Aegean Sea.

    Sail towards the island of Apronisi, passing close by the caldera coast for views of the cliffside towns of Oia, Imerovigli, Firostefani, Old Port, and Fira. Continue to the volcanic hot springs, where you can take a dip in the sulfurous waters. Cruise around the Thirasia Island and the island of Nea Kameni, where you can dive off the boat to snorkel in one of the protected coves.

    Along the way, eat a buffet of barbecue accompanied by cold Greek salads, soft drinks, and wines made on the island.

    After the conclusion of the cruise, end up back at the marina. A driver is available to drop you anywhere on the island.

    Red Beach (Pass By)

    White Beach (Pass By)

    1

    Mesa Pigadia Beach

    30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Akrotiri Lighthouse (Pass By)

    2

    Palea Kameni

    30 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

    Volcano Of Santorini (Pass By)

    Thirasia (Pass By)

    3

    Santorini

    1 hour Admission Ticket Free

    4

    Vlychada

    10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Most travelers can participate
    • Passport name, number, gender, expiry date and country is required at time of booking for all participants
    • Minimum age is 18 years to consume alcohol
    • Vegetarian options are available, please make your request upon booking
    • Bring your own sunscreen, swimsuit, sunglasses and windbreaker
    • Are you a Cruise Ship Guest visiting Santorini? Most tender boats drop you off at the Old Port of Fira, but WE CAN NOT PICK YOU UP from there since there is no road access. You will need to take the cable car to reach our office in Fira and be there at least one hour before the start of our sailing cruise. Let us know what time the tender starts and gets back to your cruise ship. We need to make sure that you have enough time to return.
    • The itinerary and starting/ending port can change without prior notice, due to bad weather or other operational reasons.
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

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

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    Featured review

    Stella_W
    We had an absolutely fantastic experience on this 5 hour catamaran tour in Santorini and would do it again without hesitation. We were picked up right on time by a luxury bus and arrived at the port around 9:45 for our 10:00 sailing. Boarding was smooth and well organized, and with only about 18 guests on board, the group size felt perfect, comfortable, relaxed, and not crowded. The tour itself was incredible. We sailed around much of the island and were able to take in Santorini’s stunning geological formations and unique colors from the water. One highlight was swimming in the thermal area, definitely a memorable experience, though worth noting the water is sulfurous. We also had a second opportunity to swim on the other side of Santorini near another island, which made the experience even better. Lunch on board was excellent and far exceeded expectations. We enjoyed a delicious spread that included chicken, Greek salad, pasta, and dolmades, along with beer and water. Everything was fresh and thoughtfully prepared. What truly made this experience stand out was the crew. The staff took exceptional care of every guest, from providing towels and helping with floaties to offering snorkels and goggles. Helen, our guide, was especially wonderful, warm, generous, and genuinely attentive. She even arranged for my daughter to speak with the captain, where she got to learn about the GPS system, navigation, and how the boat is operated. That personal touch meant so much to us. We returned to the port around 3:00 pm, where a bus was already waiting to take us back, everything was seamless from start to finish. This tour was amazing in every way, and we would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Santorini.

    Reviews

    4.9
    based on 4,608 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    Best Santorini Tour

    Marcy_K, Apr 2026
    Theo provided THE BEST experience for us touring the island. He was so informative and engaging and made the experience really fun. It was worthy every penny. If you're coming to Santorini, you should do this tour - you get to see so much more than you would otherwise!

    Morning cruise in April

    Michael_D, Apr 2026
    The crew, boat, and food were all amazing. I would give additional stars if I could. The water was chilly, but worth a swim. I would recommend this tour for sure!!

    The Summer is way to go.

    Eliseo_N, Apr 2026
    This was amazing. The crew was knowledgeable, caring , and fun. They helped a French couple with language barrier as well. Great time. The summer crew is perfect.

    Do not recommend

    Jamie_K, Apr 2026
    Total waste of time and money. The operator should have canceled the excursion, but I understand they are trying to just make a profit off tourists. High wind and high seas. I know that the weather cannot be controlled, but the experience can be. The experience would’ve been better without one. Lack of food safety while preparing meals. Cross contamination with raw food and prepared food. Very little interaction with staff, they could’ve at least made an effort to put some excitement into the excursion and been personable. Where can I get a refund? Don’t waste your money.

    Gorgeous Sunset

    Mike_P, Apr 2026
    The crew was very helpful and informative. Everthing you need is provided - towels, mask/snorkle and floats. The water was crystal clear and very cold. The food was great, and the sunset was beautiful.

    Outstanding Crew, Beautiful Views, and a Truly Special Day on the Water

    Stella_W, Apr 2026
    We had an absolutely fantastic experience on this 5 hour catamaran tour in Santorini and would do it again without hesitation. We were picked up right on time by a luxury bus and arrived at the port around 9:45 for our 10:00 sailing. Boarding was smooth and well organized, and with only about 18 guests on board, the group size felt perfect, comfortable, relaxed, and not crowded. The tour itself was incredible. We sailed around much of the island and were able to take in Santorini’s stunning geological formations and unique colors from the water. One highlight was swimming in the thermal area, definitely a memorable experience, though worth noting the water is sulfurous. We also had a second opportunity to swim on the other side of Santorini near another island, which made the experience even better. Lunch on board was excellent and far exceeded expectations. We enjoyed a delicious spread that included chicken, Greek salad, pasta, and dolmades, along with beer and water. Everything was fresh and thoughtfully prepared. What truly made this experience stand out was the crew. The staff took exceptional care of every guest, from providing towels and helping with floaties to offering snorkels and goggles. Helen, our guide, was especially wonderful, warm, generous, and genuinely attentive. She even arranged for my daughter to speak with the captain, where she got to learn about the GPS system, navigation, and how the boat is operated. That personal touch meant so much to us. We returned to the port around 3:00 pm, where a bus was already waiting to take us back, everything was seamless from start to finish. This tour was amazing in every way, and we would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Santorini.

    Book this tour now! Catamaran with George!

    Nicole_d, Mar 2026
    Unreal. George and Irene were our hosts ziekis the captain and Joel our chef!!! Everything was top notch. The information about what we were seeing, keeping us comfortable with blankets after a swim, playing music and just making the trip extra special.

    Amazing crew, tasty food, stunning views.

    Daniel_H, Mar 2026
    Firstly, this experience is very dependent on the weather. We were very fortunate to have sunshine, but the seas by the red and white beaches were rather choppy, but calmer after the lighthouse. However, the crew onboard our catamaran did an excellent job taking care of all the passengers, especially those who were feeling the effects of the rough seas. Particular shout out to Joe and Cristina, who were so welcoming and helpful and made sure our needs were catered for and always on hand to offer drinks etc. The food was particularly good, with a good variety of freshly cooked prawns, local sausage, chicken and pasta. The greek salad and tzatziki were also very good. However, worth noting there’s not many vegetarian options - although, not a problem for us! All in all, Captain Leo and his crew made sure our experience was amazing, even despite the rough seas. Can’t thank them enough, would definitely recommend!

    Beautiful way to see Santorini!

    Kenleigh_M, Mar 2026
    We had a great time on this experience! The crew was delightful, the sights were beautiful, and the food was delicious. It was unfortunately fairly cold on the day we went, but that’s obviously not something they can control. We still made the best of it! The only small downside was we were unfortunately with a group that got fairly intoxicated and the music they were playing on the boat was fairly loud and not our favorite. However, we had a great time overall and would recommend it to others, especially a little later in the year when it is warmer and you can get in the water.

    Amazing!

    Elizabeth_M, Mar 2026
    This was a great experience, we had a small group and really enjoyed the large boat, the food was wonderful, and the staff on the boat were kind and accommodating. We went when it was the time of year that was too cold to swim and it was still wonderful! Such stunning views

    Great experience!

    Kari_A, Nov 2025
    The crew was fantastic! Food was great and views and experiences were wonderful! I get a little seasick and they helped me and took such great care of us all.

    A Must Do!

    Arjay_E, Nov 2025
    This was an AMAZING experience. Alex and the crew were absolutely fantastic. INCREDIBLE FOOD - the best shrimp we had our entire trip. UNBELIEVABLE SUNSET. We highly recommend and will definitely do again.

    Definitely worth doing

    kathleen_b, Oct 2025
    This is a fantastic trip. Don't miss it. It's very relaxing. It was wavy but you i didn't feel motion sick at all. It is a long trip but it went fast. It was a lot of fun. Highly recommend.

    Perfect day!

    Paula_S, Oct 2025
    Great experience , very well organized, great crew on the boat, and the lunch exceeded my expectations! I would definitely recommend this company, we chose the smaller group daytime cruise, it was perfect !

    Really lovely outing. ...

    Karen_R, Oct 2025
    Really lovely outing. Our large group (15 of us) all enjoyed the sun, the water, the meal. Just remember to wear sunscreen!

    Santorini at its finest, on the Water!

    Tom_G, Oct 2025
    All I can say is WOW! What a way to experience Santorini, on the Aegean Sea, in a Catamaran with a GREAT crew, with 20 other ‘friends’ to share it with and GREAT Food & Beverages to indulge yourself with along the way. Kudos to Captain John, and his Crew of Eva and George! Fantastic Job!! Oh, and one other thing, the Sunset part of the Cruise is absolutely breathtaking!! WOW!!!!

    We had an amazing time...

    Stephanie_N, Sep 2025
    We had an amazing time with our group! The staff is fantastic and very knowledgeable of the area. The food is fresh, boat very clean!

    Far exceeded my expectations!

    Lisa_W, Sep 2025
    I am a solo traveler that added Santorini to my first time Greece vacation. I only had one day and night to experience the island. I impressed myself by selecting this Premium Catamaran Curise excursion thru TripAdvisor. The price was worth every penny, plus tip! The company, Spiridakos Sailing Cruises have exceptional and immaculent vessels. The crew of three, Elena, the host, the Captain (a woman, impressive:) and the Chef. They were professional, informative, personal and attentive, as well as exceptional at their job and work. Amazing weather, lots of sun and moderate wind for late September. The Aegean sea waters, comfortable and tolerable temp for swimming and snorkeling at this time of year. The Curise relaxing, the view and scenery, just breath taking! The seashore rich with beauty and history. Last but not least, lunch and beverages were served. Delicious and plentiful. The cook knows what he's doing! I highly recommend this company's Premium Catamaran Curise excursion to anyone interested. Thank you for a perfect and memorable experience in Santorini.

    A must do when visiting...

    Matthew_R, Sep 2025
    A must do when visiting Santorini, the experience, the crew (The Captain was fun but crewmember George deserves all the credit) He was knowledgeable, friendly and worked very hard to ensure that the guests were well fed, safe and happy!

    Excellent experience all around

    Ann_L, Sep 2025
    This was a very well run day. Our driver picked us up on time, we arrived to our boat, which was quite new and very nice. The crew were all great: terrific captain and lovely crew. The food was good, we could request as much to drink as we wanted but I was happy to see that there were no inebriated guests..all were very respectful. We stopped 3 times to swim (very briefly but we did) and snorkelled a bit once. We would highly recommend this trip.

    We had a great time with...

    Isabella_Y, Sep 2025
    We had a great time with our captains on our sunset cruise! It was a windy day, so a little chilly for swimming in late afternoon, and some modifications had to be made to the original itinerary which the crew had warned us about once we arrived! The boat was pristine and very comfortable. The lunch was delicious as well. The hotel pickup and drop off was great to have included. I only wish we had gotten to see more of the island during our cruise!

    BEST tour in Greece

    TAYLOR_H, Sep 2025
    HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! We had a large group and Captain Giannis and his crew were phenomenal. Everyone was very informative and extremely accommodating. The food was amazing and they supplied way more than we had anticipated. This company was fantastic from the communication prior to the tour to the driver to the crew.

    Nice cruise

    Demi_M, Sep 2025
    It was a nice cruise on a beautiful clean boat. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Go to the top for the best views! The one disappointment was this listing advertises wine and beer for open bar. There was no beer. It also says the food will have shrimp, chicken and beef sausages. There was only chicken available. It just feels a little bit like false advertising. The snorkeling gear was in really rough shape too so if you have your own, bring it.

    Top experience on our vacation!

    Wendee_S, Sep 2025
    Wonderful experience! The crew was awesome! The food was delicious, and the sunset was spectacular! The group on board with us was friendly and seemed to enjoy the experience as well! Thank you!

    Captain Petros and Crew

    Joan_W, Sep 2025
    Great day on the water. Captain Petros,, Helen, Vitos and Ekram were very good!! They made the experience wonderful.

    Relaxing Day

    Amy_O, Sep 2025
    Was a beautiful day on the water and a great way to see Santorini. Jorge and the crew were great and made sure we had what we needed. The food was excellent. Hot springs wasn’t hot could really just skip that and have more swim time elsewhere.

    Amazing experience!!...

    Steven_W, Sep 2025
    Amazing experience!! Beautiful sunset, great food, and fun swimming. Capitan and crew were so much fun and made sure everyone was having a blast throughout the evening! Must do!!!

    Great experience!

    Elizabeth_L, Sep 2025
    Great trip, would do again. Good food, great staff, on time, clear info, good contact before the trip. Full time allowed for swim stops.

    Pedros was amazing on the...

    Lauren_S, Aug 2025
    Pedros was amazing on the boat. Not only took great photos but amazing tour guide. The food was amazing. Can’t beat this boat tour!

    Great experience

    Linda_A, Aug 2025
    Such a great and beautiful experience on a girl’s trip. The Caldera crew were so amazing and accommodating. The food was great, thanks to the chef and overall it was everything and beyond what we expected. Thank you!

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