--- title: Best of Santorini Private Half-Day Catamaran Cruise with transfer and meal lang: en type: tour city: Santorini country: Greece price: 1350 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 5 reviews: 62 duration_minutes: 300 languages: [en] rank_in_category: 13 of 64 (Catamaran & Sailing Cruises) schedule_checked: 2026-11-08 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/greece/santorini/tours/best-of-santorini-private-half-day-catamaran-cruise-with-transfer-and-meal/ --- # Best of Santorini Private Half-Day Catamaran Cruise with transfer and meal **Guidekin's take:** Choose a morning or sunset catamaran sailing around Santorini on a private tour for your party. Transfers, snorkelling gear, local wine and lunch or dinner are included; pricing is per person for this private experience. 5 from 62 reviews at €1350 per person for 5h. In our comparison: #13 of 64 in Catamaran & Sailing Cruises, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Booking a Private Catamaran Tour in Santorini is a dream come true! We offer daily cruises to Santorini’s beautiful sights. The best way to spend a day at sea and create memories with your loved ones at a unique setting. Combine your residence in the island with a full sailing day to explore hidden paradises and enjoy private moments in a unique scenery. Ideal for special occasions like birthdays, honeymoons, wedding proposals and more! Start your cruise with a welcome drink and fruits and let us show you the best places of Santorini like: Swimming in the Red Beach Photos and close passage to Black Rock Sailing to the Lighthouse Admire the Caldera view from the sea Visit old port in Fira Swimming in Hot Springs Enjoy a delicious meal with drinks and full menu Our very kind and experienced crew will make your cruise unique and our spacious catamaran will offer you all the luxury and convenience for an unforgettable experience! ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Starts 10:00, 16:00: 2 departures a day - Food included: see what is included - Non-refundable: no free cancellation **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €1350 per person - Duration: 5h - Rating: 5.0/5 from 62 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Operator: YAKO Sailing Santorini Catamaran Cruises - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: English - Start times: 10:00, 16:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08 ## Reviews 5.0 from 62 ratings on Guidekin & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 62 of 62. - 5 stars: 62 (100%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Morning Cruise (Lunch) | €1350 / person | English | Full lunch: Lunch with shrimps/chicken fillet, pasta, salads, and seasonal fruits (vegetarian, vegan, or gluten free meal upon request) Pickup included | | Sunset Cruise (Dinner) | €1350 / person | English | 40ft Catamaran: For up to 12 passengers with a fully equipped kitchen, towels and crew Sunset Cruise: Enjoy the magical sunset of Santorini on a catamaran with your beloved ones, great music and a smooth breeze. Duration: 5 hours Full Dinner: Dinner with shrimps/chicken fillet, pasta, salads, and seasonal fruits (vegetarian, vegan, or gluten free meal upon request) Best of Santorini: Swim in Red beach, visit Black Rock and Lighthouse and enjoy snorkeling and swimming in the Volcano and hot springs Catamaran: A spacious catamaran for up to 12 passengers for you to relax and enjoy the sun and the sea Pickup included | ## What's included - Private transportation - All Fees and Taxes - Use of Snorkelling equipment - Lunch or Dinner (shrimp/chicken fillet, pasta, salads and seasonal fruits) - Wine from local wineries, beer, and soft drinks ## Itinerary 1. **Red Beach** (20m) - Our first stop on the tour is Red beach, one of the most beautiful and stunning beaches on the island, all of its unique colors! It is located only some steps away from the ancient site of Akrotiri. The small beach area creates a considerably crowded atmosphere and there are... 2. **White Beach** (pass by, no stop) - The next stop is White beach with crystalline waters and a sharp contrast to the nearby beach of Kokkini (Red) beach. This beach is accessible by sea only and less popular than the neighboring cove and less crowded. Ideal place for landscape photography. 3. **Palea Kameni** (30m) - Santorini has a one-of-a-kind natural beauty and wild scenery created by volcanic eruptions. Within the caldera, this activity created the dark-colored islands of Nea and Palea Kameni. One of the best places to explore in Santorini is Palia Kameni where the hot springs are... 4. **Nea Kameni** (1h) - One of the two volcanic islands in the middle of the Santorini Caldera, known as Hot Springs. The temperature difference between the sea and the Hot Springs is approximately 5 degrees Celsius. The water contains sulfur, which is beneficial to the skin. 5. **Fira** (10m) - At our next stop, we will have the chance to enjoy three unique places. Immerovigli, Firostefani and Fira old port. Traditional houses, narrow paths, and views of the volcano are prominent features. There are two ports on Santorini. The Athinios port is for ferry and... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:00, 16:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-11-08 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations. ## Meeting point Our base manager will meet you in front of the mini market in the port of Vlychada and take you to the catamaran where our crew welcomes you Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €2700 | €1350 | | 4 | €5400 | €1350 | | 6 | €9900 | €1650 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Catamaran & Sailing Cruises start at €90 per person. ## Compared with other Catamaran & Sailing Cruises | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #13 of 64** | €1350 | 5h | 5.0 (62) | private | | [Santorini Fishing Private Cruise boat tour - BBQ, Snorkeling](/greece/santorini/tours/santorini-fishing-private-cruise-boat-tour-bbq-snorkeling/?format=md) | €400 | 5h | 5.0 (381) | private | | [Luxury Santorini Catamaran Cruise: Lunch, BBQ, Drinks, Transfers](/greece/santorini/tours/luxury-santorini-catamaran-cruise-lunch-bbq-drinks-transfers/?format=md) | €90 | 5h | 4.98 (503) | shared | | [Half Day Premium Catamaran Cruise in Santorini including Oia](/greece/santorini/tours/half-day-premium-catamaran-cruise-in-santorini-including-oia/?format=md) | €160 | 5h | 4.96 (2061) | shared | Ranked #13 of 64 in Catamaran & Sailing Cruises by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €90 to €1850, median €160; typical length 5h. 32 of 64 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/greece/santorini/santorini-catamaran-cruises/?format=md ## More in Santorini - All Santorini tours: https://guidekin.com/greece/santorini/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/greece/santorini/tours/best-of-santorini-private-half-day-catamaran-cruise-with-transfer-and-meal/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/greece/santorini/?format=md