Santorini

Boat Tours and Cruises in Santorini

One of the best ways to discover Santorini, the small islands of the caldera and its most beautiful beaches is to take part in a boat tour of the island.
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During your holiday on the beautiful island of Santorini, let yourself be tempted by one of the wonderful boat tours.

Some of the beauties of Santorini, such as the volcano, the hot springs, the islands of Palia Kameni and Nea Kameni, the White Beach are just a short distance away waiting for you!

Other destinations on the tours are Red Beach, the island of Thirassia, the second largest in the caldera, Aspronissi, the White Island, and the bay of Akrotiri.

You can choose from beautiful sunset tours, full-day or half-day cruises.

Many tours include traditional Greek mezedes, hearty hors d’oeuvres, and a taste of the delicious Santorini wine. We recommend that you bring sneakers, which will come in handy when you are driven to the edge of the volcanic crater, a hat, sunscreen, and snorkelling gear.

Recommended boat tours in Santorini

Tours depart from various parts of the island such as the village of Oia, be careful if the departure is from the port of Amoudi or Armeni, from Athinion or the picturesque port of Fira, from Vlychada and generally from all the marinas on the island.

Best-selling Santorini boat tours

Of all the excursions and boat tours you can take part in on Santorini, the one below is the best-selling as well as the cheapest. If you have no special requirements and prefer a simple tour, go for this one.

Boat tours with meals

For a more complete experience, book a boat tour to Santorini with a meal, perhaps with an open bar included! You will enrich your excursion with an experience not to be missed.

Sunset cruises

What could be more atmospheric than watching the famous Santorini sunset directly at sea? A sunset cruise, perhaps with dinner included, will give you a breathtaking view of the island and the entire caldera.

Private Santorini tours and cruises

If you are looking for a more exclusive tour for private groups and with meals on board, here are the best ones we suggest. Obviously the prices go up, but it is certainly worth it if it is within your budget.

Day trips to Santorini from Crete

Finally, many tourists based in Crete devote a day to visiting Santorini. The trip is not very long, but it is definitely worth it if you are short on time.