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title: Santorini Caldera Gold Day Cruise with BBQ on board and Open Bar
lang: en
type: tour
city: Santorini
country: Greece
price: 170
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.71
reviews: 192
duration_minutes: 300
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 61 of 64 (Catamaran & Sailing Cruises)
schedule_checked: 2026-11-08
data_updated: 2026-11-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/greece/santorini/tours/santorini-caldera-gold-day-cruise-with-bbq-on-board-and-open-bar/
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# Santorini Caldera Gold Day Cruise with BBQ on board and Open Bar

**Guidekin's take:** Sail from Vlychada past the Red and the White beach for a swim at the Black Mountain, then continue into the Caldera. Transfers, lunch with seafood and chicken, towels and snorkeling gear are included; children must be accompanied by an adult. 4.71 from 192 reviews at €170 per person for 5h.

In our comparison: #61 of 64 in Catamaran & Sailing Cruises, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

The Day Cruise begins from the port of Vlychada at the Southern part of Santorini. We sail close to the Red and the White beach, with our first stop ashore the Black Mountain for a swim! Put your goggles on! We carry on our sailing adventure pass the Venetian Light house in Akrotiri, entering the majestic Caldera of Santorini! “Keep your ear to the ground”, as the guided part of the cruise begins…! Keep your eyes open and admire the volcanic area, where the spectacular soil horizon colours at the cliffs of the Caldera will simply amaze you! While heading towards the Hot Springs, let the energy of the Volcano and the spirit of the island shake you up! Next stop is Thirassia island, a fishermen’s island, ideal for swimming and snorkelling. The cruise ends in one of the most amazing spots in Santorini, the old harbour of Ammoudi. In Oia. (Shhh…there might be some spare time for a pit-stop at Agios Nikolaos before disembarkation...!)

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Starts 10:00, 10:30: 2 departures a day
- Food included: see what is included
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €170 per person
- Duration: 5h
- Rating: 4.71/5 from 192 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Caldera Yachting Santorini
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 10:00, 10:30
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08

## Reviews

4.71 from 192 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
94% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 180 of 192.

- 5 stars: 166 (86%)
- 4 stars: 14 (7%)
- 3 stars: 2 (1%)
- 2 stars: 3 (2%)
- 1 star: 7 (4%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers generally praise the crew, food and swimming stops, but some found the boat overcrowded.

**Praised:**
- Friendly, attentive crews who share local history along the route
- Freshly prepared barbecue and Greek dishes
- Swimming and snorkeling stops at different spots along the coast
- Views of the caldera and coastline from the water
- Smooth hotel pickups and return transfers

**Complaints:**
- Some found the boat overcrowded, while others reported plenty of space
- Some found meal portions too small, while others described plentiful food
- Limited drink choices despite the advertised open bar
- Reports of snorkel mouthpieces being reused without cleaning

Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (2025-05-26 to 2026-11-01); last checked 2026-11-08.

## What's included

- Use of Snorkeling equipment/ swimming aids/ towels
- Lunch with seafood, chicken fillet, salads, fruits
- Responsible drinking/Alcohol consumption limit
- Tour escort/host
- Info about Santorini during the cruise
- Printed safety instructions in 7 languages en/fr/es/it/de/ar/cn
- Complimentary pickup and drop-off

## Not included

- Gratuities
- The cruise does not include hiking on the volcano

## Itinerary

1. **Vlychada** (20m) - The morning cruise starts from the port of Vlychada
2. **Red Beach** (30m) - Swim and take some photos close to the Red beach. It is located close to the Village of Akrotiri and is one of the most scenic and famous beaches in Santorini. Its impressive colour is due to the minerals and iron soil.
3. **White Beach** (20m) - White beach is one of the most private beaches in Santorini, accessible only by boat. It will impress you with its crystal blue waters and white rocks.
4. **Lighthouse** (pass by, no stop) - Sail past the 19th-century venetian Lighthouse in Akrotiri is standing on the edge of the high cliff. It is considered one of the best and most beautiful lighthouses in Cyclades and one of the oldest in Greece.
5. **Mesa Pigadia Beach** (20m) - Sail past the rocky Black Mountain and the Indian Rock
6. **Santorini Volcano** (30m) - We sail around the Volcano
7. **Nea Kameni** (30m) - Swim and snorkel at the hot springs of the Volcano, the warm sulphurous waters are known for their therapeutic benefits.
8. **Palea Kameni** (20m) - Sail past the Plea Kameni
9. **Thirassia** (40m) - Swim/ snorkel at Tirassia, a fishermen's island close to Oia and enjoy a delicious lunch prepared on board
10. **Amoudi Bay** (20m) - The cruise will end in one of the most beautiful places in Santorini, the picturesque Ammoudi bay in Oia

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 10:00, 10:30
- 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

- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at the time of booking
- Passport/ID (a copy/photo) is required for all passengers during embarkation
- Children must be accompanied by an adult

## Compared with other Catamaran & Sailing Cruises

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #61 of 64** | €170 | 5h | 4.71 (192) | 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 |

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