Day Cruises in Greece

Set sail on Santorini's breathtaking caldera on a private 5-hour catamaran cruise from Oia, with a personal skipper. Settle on a Lagoon 400 catamaran that carries up to 14 passengers, and ogle Santorini's cliffs, shimmering villages and volcanic islands. Swim or snorkel, visit the Nea Kameni volcano, bathe in warm springs, and cruise to Red Beach, Indian Rock and other spots. Savor a barbecue meal and unlimited drinks on board, and personalize your route around your wishes. Choose a morning departure or afternoon cruise timed to showcase the sunset.

This sunrise excursion from Mykonos is the perfect way to explore lesser-known islands. You'll get access to the remote island of Rinia, and the UNESCO-listed Delos. The boat trip gives you the freedom to choose which activities you take part in. You can relax on the boat, snorkel, explore the islands independently, or book a guided tour. Conveniently, snorkel equipment rental is included and you won't have to worry about finding somewhere to eat, as a delicious buffet barbecue lunch and drinks are included.

Chartering a private boat to the islands of Delos and Rhenia from Mykonos can be expensive. This shared cruise takes you to both 'Cycladic Sisters' for less, in one relaxing day. Sail to Delos and opt to either explore its classical ruins (own expense) or swim from the boat, and then cruise to Rhenia to swim and relax. The cruise includes lunch, plus an upgrade option for return hotel transfers.

When staying on Rhodes, take a full-day detour to another gem of the Dodecanese islands with this day trip to Symi. After being welcomed by the port's brightly colored neoclassical homes and fishing boats, tour the winding streets of Yalos with a guide and climb to the ruins of St. John's Fortress for spectacular sea views. Later, set sail for the Panormitis Monastery, known for its sacred icon of the Archangel Michael. 

Set sail on the clear blue waters of Aegean on a small-group boat tour of Rhodes. Cruise along the scenic eastern and southern shores, stopping to swim and snorkel on some of the island's most beautiful beaches, including Tsambika, Stegna, and Anthony Quinn. Enjoy free time to explore traditional Lindos village and, if you like, head to the top of the Acropolis of Lindos for ancient history and spectacular coastal views. 

Spend a day relaxing on Chrissi Island just off Crete on this cruise trip. Lounge on deck as you sail to this uninhabited islet off Crete's southern coast and enjoy ample time to do as you please on arrival. Laze on the coral sands, swim or snorkel or explore the woods and Chrissi's church. Boat transfers and pickup and drop-off at selected Crete hotels are included, with the island entrance fee at your own expense.

Get away from the crowds on Santorini with this day-long cruise around three small volcanic islands nestled in Santorini's natural harbour. Sailing from spot to spot on a traditional Greek sailboat, explore the volcano at Nea Kameni; relax in the sulfur hot springs at Palea Kameni; and walk around the striking white-and-blue village of Manolas on Thirassia.

Make the most of your time in Greece with this private cruise to Poseidon Temple at Sounio Cape. Enjoy the time on the cruise to the temple, about 43 miles (69 kilometers) southeast of Athens. Spend some time at the temple, the second most visited ancient site after the Acropolis in Athens. And then take some time to go swimming in the sea or snorkeling.

Set sail around sun-kissed Santorini aboard a 5-hour private cruise from Fira. Soak up the scenery as you cruise around the caldera, past the volcanic islands of Palea and Nea Kammeni and the seafront Oia village. Along the way, dive in to swim and snorkel in the Aegean Sea, take a dip in the volcanic hot springs, then re-fuel with a delicious buffet lunch (included) on-board before cruising back to shore.

Cruise around Santorini on a sailboat during this 5-hour tour departing from Vlihada Marina. Sail past island highlights such as the Venetian Lighthouse, the Indian Rocks, the Red Beach and the village of Akrotiri. Stop at the White Beach for a swimming and snorkeling excursion and enjoy scenic views of the Aegean Sea and the neighboring Greek Islands during the return trip. Buffet lunch and open bar on board the boat are included.

Set sail on the Romantika, a classic 72-foot (22 meters) yacht. This full-day cruise includes stops in three scenic bays surrounding Rhodes. Visit Kallithea Springs, an ancient therapy spa; the Caves of Traganou at Afantou Beach, where you can snorkel inside the rock formations; and Anthony Quinn Bay, an old pirate shelter teeming with marine life. A Mediterranean-style buffet lunch with beer, wine, and non-alcoholic drinks is included.

Sail across Santorini's beautiful 'caldera' (flooded crater) and visit the islands of Nea Kameni and Thirasia on this 7-hour cruise. Board a sightseeing boat at Athinios port, and admire Santorini's cliffs and sugar-cube towns as you cruise to Nea Kameni. Enjoy free time to walk around its volcanic crater, bathe in the warm springs, and then cruise to peaceful Thirasia. Explore and have lunch here at leisure before cruising back to Santorini. Upgrade to stop off at Oia to witness its famously stunning views of the sunset over the caldera.

Spend a relaxing day at sea on a scenic 8-hour boat trip from Lindos. Settle aboard a comfortable boat and soak in the sunshine, sea breezes, and views of whitewashed Lindos, beaches, and rocky cliffs as you cruise along Rhodes' southeast shores. Enjoy several swim and snorkel stops along the way, and refuel with a buffet lunch on board. This family-friendly boat trip includes pickup and drop-off at Lindos and select south Rhodes hotels.

Experience Santorini's scenery, hot springs and beaches on a 4-hour cruise, with an onboard dinner and glass of wine included. After pickup from your hotel, settle onto your cruise boat, and sail around the caldera and island's shores. Along the way, bathe in the Nea Kamini springs; explore the beaches; and savor a delicious 2-course Greek dinner while floating on the water as the sun sets.

The South Coast of Mykonos is home to some of the island's most beautiful beaches and this full-day cruise is the perfect introduction. Sail along the coast on a traditional Greek kaiki, hop off to swim and snorkel at Frangias beach, enjoy lunch at a seafront restaurant on Kalafatis beach, then relax at the beach bar on Paradise Beach.