Sign in

Santorini Caldera Sailing Tour with BBQ Lunch and Drinks

4.9 · 345 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 97% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Santorini Operated by Santorini Sailing Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
5h
Group
Shared, up to 18 travellers
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
10:00, 15:00 · Hotel pickup included
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Sailing in the Caldera combines a hot springs dip with snorkelling and a Greek meal, on either a daytime or sunset departure.

Hotel transfers, towels and drinks are included; cruise passengers must provide ship details and port timings when booking. 4.86 from 345 reviews at €190 per person for 5h.

In our comparison: #48 of 64 in Catamaran & Sailing Cruises, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Options and prices

2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Sunset Tour 15:00 - SunsetThe page price4,5 to 5 hour tour visiting the Red & White Beaches, the sulfuric Hot Springs and a quiet bay for snorkeling. Transfers, a seafood & steak BBQ, beer, wine and sodas included. Max. up to 18 passengers. Pickup included€190
Day Tour 10:00 - 15:004,5 to 5 hour tour visiting the Red & White Beaches, the sulfuric Hot Springs and a quiet bay for snorkeling. Transfers, a seafood & steak BBQ, beer, wine and sodas included. Max. up to 18 passengers. Pickup included€190

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 8 November 2026.

Included and not included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Snorkels and masks
  • Towels
  • Unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks
  • Meals
  • Gratuities

Reviews

4.9
345 ratings
Tripadvisor 309 · Viator 36

97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 335 of 345

Star breakdown of all 345 ratings

5 stars
318 · 92%
4 stars
17 · 5%
3 stars
2 · 1%
2 stars
5 · 1%
1 star
3 · 1%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the crew, meals and sailing; an isolated complaint cites limited food choice and portions.

Praised

  • Attentive crews who make passengers feel welcome and comfortable
  • Freshly prepared meals and regularly offered drinks
  • Guides share knowledge of island history and local sights
  • Opportunities to travel under sail
  • Swimming stops and views of the caldera from the water

Complaints

  • No recurring complaint emerges from these reviews

Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor (24 May 2026 to 18 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 8 November 2026.

Latest reviews

Loading the latest reviews…

Reviews are shown as the platforms publish them and removed when they disappear there.

Ratings collected from Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.

Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Departure
10:00, 15:00 daily; scheduled through October 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Pickup
Hotel pickup included
Operator
Santorini Sailing; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Santorini's original and most popular sailing tour.
Experience the beauty of Santorini and the magic of sailing in the Caldera on this small-group sailing tour. Numbers and seats are limited. Cruise by some of the island’s best-known landmarks before venturing into the turquoise waters of the caldera. Enjoy a soothing dip in the island’s hot springs, and slip on your snorkels and masks for a snorkeling session. Finish up the excursion with a fabulous Greek lunch or dinner on board, washed down with local wine or beer. When you book, choose between a Day Tour or a Sunset Tour.

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Accessibility

  • Strollers OK
  • Service animals allowed

Good to know

  • Food included Unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks
  • Age rule Specialized infant seats are available

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Catamaran & Sailing Cruises

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #48 of 64€1905h4.86 (345)shared, max 18
Santorini Fishing Private Cruise boat tour - BBQ, Snorkeling€4005h5.0 (381)private
Luxury Santorini Catamaran Cruise: Lunch, BBQ, Drinks, Transfers€905h4.98 (503)shared
Half Day Premium Catamaran Cruise in Santorini including Oia€1605h4.96 (2061)shared

Ranked #48 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. Compare all 64 Catamaran & Sailing Cruises

From €190 per adult · Sunset Tour 15:00 - Sunset