--- title: Half-Day Exclusive Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with Meal and Open Bar lang: en type: tour city: Santorini country: Greece price: 96 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.91 reviews: 4615 duration_minutes: 300 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 32 of 64 (Catamaran & Sailing Cruises) schedule_checked: 2026-11-08 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/greece/santorini/tours/half-day-exclusive-catamaran-cruise-in-santorini-with-meal-and-open-bar/ --- # Half-Day Exclusive Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with Meal and Open Bar **Guidekin's take:** Cruise the Caldera of Santorini, with swimming and snorkeling at Red beach and Thirasia island. Hotel transfers, a seafood and BBQ meal and an open bar are included; Prosecco is limited to one glass. 4.91 from 4615 reviews at €96 per person for 5h. In our comparison: #32 of 64 in Catamaran & Sailing Cruises, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Sail … the dream on a luxurious catamaran and unlock your senses. Cruise around the Caldera of Santorini. Feel the healing waters and mystical surroundings of the Hot springs. Swim and snorkel at the crystal clear waters of Red beach and Thirasia island. Enjoy a delicious freshly prepared meal prepared on board and open bar. Choose either Diamond Day or Scarlet Sunset cruise! ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Starts 12:00, 14:30: 2 departures a day - Food included: see what is included **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €96 per person - Duration: 5h - Rating: 4.91/5 from 4615 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Santorini Star Sailing - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 12:00, 14:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08 ## Reviews 4.91 from 4615 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 4528 of 4615. - 5 stars: 4363 (95%) - 4 stars: 165 (4%) - 3 stars: 43 (1%) - 2 stars: 24 (1%) - 1 star: 20 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the attentive crew, meals and swimming time; this sample establishes no recurring complaint. **Praised:** - Helpful, attentive crew who explain the island's history - Freshly prepared meals with generous portions and variety - Swimming stops with enough time in the water - Clean boats and a relaxed atmosphere on board - Smooth pickup arrangements and organised outings **Complaints:** - No recurring complaint emerges from the supplied reviews Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (2026-10-18 to 2026-11-07); last checked 2026-11-08. ## What's included - Transfer by luxury air condition mini bus - Safety equipment - Hotel pick up and drop off - Open bar with local white wine, beers, beverages and a glass of Prosecco - Finger food, tasteful Appetizers, Fresh Fruits and delicious handmade dessert. - Meal including :Shrimps, Mussels, BBQ on board, tzatziki, Greek Salad,Pasta with Mediterranean sauce - Towels on board - Snorkeling equipment - Guided tour ## Itinerary 1. **Starting Point: Vlychada Marina Your sailing adventure begins from the peacef...** (pass by, no stop) - Starting Point: Vlychada Marina Your sailing adventure begins from the peaceful port of Vlychada. 2. **Red Beach** (20m) - 1st Stop: Red Beach One of the most scenic beaches of Santorini, where vibrant red cliffs meet the deep blue waters. 3. **White Beach** (pass by, no stop) - Sailing Past: White Beach & Mesa Pigadia Admire the bright limestone cliffs of White Beach and the volcanic coastline of Mesa Pigadia, visible only from the sea 4. **Lighthouse** (pass by, no stop) - Sightseeing: Venetian Lighthouse Capture the unique sight of the historic Venetian Lighthouse, standing at the edge of the Caldera. 5. **Santorini Volcano** (20m) - Second stop by the Volcano, where you will swim and feel the warm healing water of the Hot Springs. 6. **Thirassia** (30m) - During the third stop in Thirassia Island, enjoy a relaxing swim and snorkelling in the crystal clear water, while we prepare a delicious meal which includes: Finger food, tasteful Appetizers, Fresh Fruits and handmade dessert, Shrimps, Mussels, BBQ on board, tzatziki and... 7. **Santorini Old Harbor** (pass by, no stop) - Sailing by the cinematic Old Port of Fira and below the Indian Rock and the amazing Black Mountain. 8. **Vlychada** (pass by, no stop) - Our experience will end at the Vlychada Marine. If you choose the evening cruise, be ready to feel the world’s famous Santorini Sunset embracing you, an unforgettable ending to this trip. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 12:00, 14:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-11-08 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Compared with other Catamaran & Sailing Cruises | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #32 of 64** | €96 | 5h | 4.91 (4615) | shared | | [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 #32 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/half-day-exclusive-catamaran-cruise-in-santorini-with-meal-and-open-bar/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/greece/santorini/?format=md