Santorini Small-Group Catamaran Sailing Trip(BBQ,drinks, transfer)
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Santorini, Greece
- 5 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Discover a new perspective on the beaches, bays, and islands around Santorini—and enjoy a more personal sightseeing experience—on this small-group, half-day catamaran cruise. Jump offboard to swim and snorkel at the Red and White Beaches; take a dip in the volcanic hot springs; and tuck into a delicious BBQ lunch on-board. Pick between morning and afternoon departure times hotel pickup and drop-off is also included for your convenience.
- Stop to swim, snorkel, and sunbathe—it's up to you
- Tuck into a delicious Greek barbecue lunch with drinks on-board
- Great-value tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off
- See a side of the island that few other visitors get to experience
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Greek BBQ menu prepared on the spot
- Drinks (soft drinks, white Santorinian wine, beer)
- Snorkeling equipment
- Towels (to be returned to the crew)
- Blanket (to be returned to the crew)
- Map with extensive info on the landmarks and destinations
- Music on board
- Leaflet with safety instructions (en/ fr/ es/ ch/ kr)
- Restroom on board
- Floating devices
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
Departure Point: From all hotels, villas, airbnb's in Santorini Dates: Daily Return point: Tour ends with drop-off at your hotel
Itinerary
Your tour begins with pickup from your Santorini hotel and a short transfer to the marina in time for a morning or afternoon departure. Traveling aboard a comfortable catamaran, you'll set sail around the island.
Marvel at the dramatic scenery as you sail around the caldera, passing a historic lighthouse en route. Hop off to soak in the volcanic hot springs and relax in the mineral-rich waters before climbing back aboard your ship. Continue to the White Beach and the Red Beach, where you have a chance to swim and snorkel in the warm waters of the Aegean Sea.
Back on board, refuel with a delicious barbecue lunch, including typical Greek specialties and Santorini wine.
After your time at sea, return to shore, where a driver will be waiting to take you back to your hotel.
Marvel at the dramatic scenery as you sail around the caldera, passing a historic lighthouse en route. Hop off to soak in the volcanic hot springs and relax in the mineral-rich waters before climbing back aboard your ship. Continue to the White Beach and the Red Beach, where you have a chance to swim and snorkel in the warm waters of the Aegean Sea.
Back on board, refuel with a delicious barbecue lunch, including typical Greek specialties and Santorini wine.
After your time at sea, return to shore, where a driver will be waiting to take you back to your hotel.
1
Red Beach
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
White Beach
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Lighthouse (Pass By)
Palea Kameni (Pass By)
3
Hot Springs
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Santorini Volcano (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Maximum capacity 14 guests
- It is recommended to bring swimwear, dry clothes, sunscreen, sunglasses, sunhat.
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Service animals allowed
- All yachts and boats in Greece cannot moor directly on the beach. Captain has selected the best points for swimming and snorkeling, the closest possible from the beach.
- Most travelers can participate
- Hot Springs: It is good to know that catamarans stay 50 meters away from the warm yellowish waters of the “Hot Springs”. Guests swim securely close to the volcano. Temperature of the Hot sulfuric Springs, up to 4ºC warmer than the clear waters.
- A day before the tour, the cruise operator will confirm you pick up time and place. Please, provide contact details.
- Passengers have to remove their shoes before embarkation.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
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It was a wonderful way to spend half the day and see the area. Crew was lovely and very professional. Swimming was great, note that the hot springs are not hot where you swim. The boat didn’t use the sails it’s more motoring on a catamaran than actual sailing. The people we met were great and it didn’t feel crowded at all. We would highly recommend doing this.
Reviews
4.9
based on 215 reviews
Sarrah_c, Oct 2024
Greece is beautiful and if you just want to hang out on a boat on the sea, go for it.
If you want to sail, this is not what you are looking for. The sails were never up, the motor chugged us along to all the stops and then the crew would give us their memorized script. They didn't really interact with any of us. It was just a job. There was no passion or enthusiasm about sharing their island, history or culture with us.
The captain was on her phone the whole trip. She greeted us and said goodbye when we left. She did help prepare the meal, which was fine and plentiful, nothing super special, but still did not engage with any of the group.
At one stop, I did ask the crew if we were going to sail at all and the response they gave me was, "We can't because the sails are broken." I'm sorry - The sails are broken?? (sidenote: none of the other sailboats were sailing either.)
First of all, that means there was never an intention of sailing, so for me - false advertising. I would NEVER have booked a sailing trip if I'd known we weren't going to sail.
We spent 2 weeks in Greece and this was one of the things I was most looking forward to. I can't even express how disappointed that I was. I really tried to enjoy what it was, because I was still in Greece, on the sea, with my wonderful husband, surrounded by lovely couples who were also trying to enjoy themselves. But I'm not going to lie, I totally cried when we got back to the hotel that afternoon.
Cassandra_V, Oct 2024
We had an awesome time on the catamaran cruise! The food was great, the staff was knowledgeable, welcoming and full of personality. We liked the many options that we were provided on boat space to hang out, swimming, snorkelling and drinking & dancing in the sunshine.
If I was to give myself some advice it would be to bring an outfit to change into for the amazing sunset and pictures towards the end of the ride.
Debra_H, Oct 2024
Absolutely wonderful! The sailing, swimming or snorkeling, and delicious BBQ made on the cruise was so much fun. Best part of our Greece vacation! Plus the music was great!
Pam_B, Sep 2024
Great grilled lunch & buffet. Sadly weather did not cooperate, but tour guides fellow passengers all were great
Mike_S, Jun 2024
This is one of the BEST ways to experience Santorini and the best thing we did on our trip to Greece. We would do it again! The itinerary / stops at the red and black sand beaches, the fisherman warehouses / AirBnBs carved into the cliff sides, the islands in the middle of the caldera, the Oia sunset and all the places in between - magical. Swimming in the Aegean on a hot day is also perfect! And the dinner the crew prepared was fresh, flavorful and top notch. This small group catamaran cruise is the way to go and if you are on the fence - just do it!
Kim_R, Apr 2024
Sunset Oia were the absolute best! From the crew, to the food , to the boat it was a once in a lifetime experience that we will never forget ! Thank you for the fun -filled day!
AnnMarie_W, Apr 2024
Great experience to see the island from the sea! The staff are fantastic and fun to talk to and the food and drinks are in abundance.
tlinnkelley, Apr 2024
Happy we did the sunset cruise on second day of this season April 1st. . Great staff. 3 stops to swim. Mineral hot springs are still a bit cool but got in the water. Red beach & white beach stops as well.
Meal was potato salad, cucumber/tomato salad, pita, chicken or pork plus shrimp that they bbq on the boat. Chicken was a bit dry. Soft drinks, water, beers & white wine were help yourself through cruise. A nice outing.
Michael_M, Oct 2023
First let me start by saying, the crew was phenomenal! Irene and the rest of the staff were very hospitable, and accommodating. They even played the wedding song of each married couple! The food was delicious! By the time it was over, we made new friends that felt like family. It’s all about the atmosphere they provided a beautiful one.
Jenna_M, Oct 2023
My husband and I had the best time on our sunset cruise! The crew was awesome and very informative. And the meal we had while on board was delicious! Would definitely recommend!
Bamidele_O, Sep 2023
It was a small group of 9people. Catamaran was good and neat. Crew were friendly and food was good…..
Lorena_F, Aug 2023
Katerina, George and Yiannis were fantastic! Loved this day tour. Good on the boat was so great and fresh
Helen_M, Aug 2023
We started at 2.45pm and finished just after 8.30pm - what a wonderful day we had. Plenty to eat, drink and great entertainment from the lovely Yannis. The views were absolutely breathtaking and swimming in the ocean was wonderful.
Patrice_G, Jul 2023
My daughter and I had an wonderful time. The staff was very friendly and informative. The fresh lunch they made was delicious. Would highly recommend.
Karen_R, Jul 2023
It was a trip to remember. The crew was excellent. They were friendly and very accommodating. The food was superb! There were drinks that you can have throughout the trip. There were 14 of us but it feels private bec the boat was huge enough and everyone was scattered. Bathroom wad a plus!
Katie_L, Jun 2023
Crew was friendly, took great care of us, food was delicious! We had the best time and was one of the favorite parts of our trip!
Sharon_H, Jun 2023
We had a wonderful time. The BBQ was delicious and the crew were always asking if we needed anything. Lots of chances to swim(but water is cold!). The Sunset was spectacular and we got to actually sail for a little while. A very enjoyable afternoon.
jody_l, May 2023
If you want a sunset cruise with a small group then this tour is for you. The crew were knowledgeable, attentive and interactive. The crew prepared and cooked good of high quality. Vessel
And amenities were clean and well maintained. I have already recommended this tour to my son and daughter in law when they come in August.
Karen_M, May 2023
We had the most AMAZING time on this Sailing trip. It was the highlight of our 8 days spent in Greece. The captain - Alex and the crew - Rafaela and Aneoyis were great. The stunning views of the coast line gave you a completely different perspective than the view from land. We did the afternoon/sunset tour which we would highly recommend. This was such a memorable experience. Thank you!!
Ricardo_B, May 2023
Amazing staff with very tasty food. We were picked up in a timely manner and enjoyed seeing the sunset.
William_U, May 2023
We were upgraded to a smaller group in which we had the best time, the music, dancing, food and People were all amazing, the view was pretty spectacular too, id recommend this to anyone
Terri_N, Apr 2023
Had the best on the water with this group!! Saw so many highlights, amazing Bbq lunch and really loved the crew. Shared our different cultures and love of Greece. A perfect day!!
Celine_D, Apr 2023
I enjoyed seeing my 17 y/o son go swimming in the volcanic water with sulphur in the bay of Amoudi. As a family traveling w/ 2 teenage kids, we were at awe admiring the beautiful islands & rock formations of Santorini. The lunch on the catamaran was chicken breast grilled to perfection with shrimps and Mediterranean sides that were really delicious. Christina & Panos and another guy who I forgot the name of were really all very helpful in explaining the history of the land formation of Santorini. We are glad we took this tour. We recommend this to all first timers in Santorini.
lpilnick64, Oct 2022
Loved the small group tour. We met some great people. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We had a blast!
Paul_U, Sep 2022
Captain Alex and crew were amazing! Food was delicious! We all had so much fun. Beautiful sunset at the end!
Romeo_L, Aug 2022
Great way to experience Santorini! We had an amazing time sailing. Crew was very hospitable and welcoming. Stopped for a swim at several spots and food was delicious! And of course the sunset view was amazing. Would highly recommend. Very memorable
Noha_K, Jul 2022
Perfect catamaran trip. My family loved it so much. Food was great and boat staff were excellent. The whop trip definitely exceeded our expectations
Lisa_C, Jul 2022
Great experiences! And great crew! Such a fun excursion. A fabulous way to experience Santorini. The bbq was great and the swims so fun.
Robert_A, Jul 2022
This was an amazing experience. From the moment we climbed aboard, all the way to being dropped off at our hotel, this was a first class experience. The crew was sensational… Thank you Aliki, George, and Alek (I hope I spelled this correctly)…. You can 100% trust you’ll have an amazing time with this company.
Maya_F, Jul 2022
Sailing on Delos with the most amazing crew( Alex, Aliki and George ) was the highlight of our stay in Santorini. From the pick up to the drop off, the entire experience
Was flawless. The crew took us on a beautiful cruise, with a couple
Of stops to swim in the Caldera. They prepared an amazing Greek meal and couldn’t be more attentive. The sunset at the end of the cruise was one of the most
Memorable moments. It was accompanied with the perfect soundtrack to make it even more impressive. Thanks for an amazing experience!
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