--- title: Santorini Half-Day Luxury Private Cruise lang: en type: tour city: Santorini country: Greece price: 360 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.95 reviews: 107 duration_minutes: 300 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 24 of 64 (Catamaran & Sailing Cruises) schedule_checked: 2026-11-08 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/greece/santorini/tours/santorini-half-day-luxury-private-cruise/ --- # Santorini Half-Day Luxury Private Cruise **Guidekin's take:** Cruise from Vlychada port to swim beneath the red cliffs at Red beach on a private tour for your party. Private transport, snorkel gear, salads, fruit, wine, beer and soft drinks are included; the cruise is not recommended during pregnancy. 4.95 from 107 reviews at €360 per person for 5h. In our comparison: #24 of 64 in Catamaran & Sailing Cruises, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview The captain welcomes you aboard! Starting your tour from Vlychada port, in the south part of the island, get ready for a speed experience that will give you the thrill you are seeking in your summer holidays. Get ready to approach the extraordinary Red beach and get lost staring at its wild beauty with the high red cliffs surrounding it, and the wide shore with the red and black colorations and get ready for a nice refreshing swim! Moving forward, get ready to capture more of the volcanic beauty of the island by passing by Mesa Pigadia beach, the captivating Indian Rock formation, and the Venetian Lighthouse, which stands still at the top of the Caldera cliffs. Finally, you will be taken to the Volcanic Springs to take a rejuvenating bath at the waters of the Volcano! In the sunset option you will get to see the stunning Santorini sunset on board! You will be served a snack menu (with vegan or vegetarian options) and free local wine, beers, and beverages. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - 4 start times: between 10:00 and 17:30 - 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 €360 per person for the 3-Hour Private Luxury Cruise option; other options up to €700 - Duration: 5h - Rating: 4.95/5 from 107 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Santorini 24hr - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: English - Start times: 10:00, 12:30, 15:30, 17:30 - Booking: mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08 ## Reviews 4.95 from 107 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 106 of 107. - 5 stars: 105 (98%) - 4 stars: 1 (1%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 1 (1%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise attentive hosts, homemade Greek food and swimming stops; rough weather can alter the route. **Praised:** - Warm, attentive hosts who make guests feel at home - Homemade Greek meals often singled out as a highlight - Local history and geology explained along the route - Swimming and snorkeling stops in secluded spots - Flexible sightseeing and time to enjoy preferred stops **Complaints:** - Wind and rough seas can change the planned route Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (2023-05-28 to 2026-05-21); last checked 2026-11-08. ## 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 | |---|---|---|---| | 3-Hour Private Luxury Cruise | €360 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Duration: 5 hours Pickup included | | Santorini Half-Day Luxury Private Cruise | €425 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Duration: 5 hours Pickup included | | Full-Day Private Cruise | €700 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Duration: 8 hours Meal at Thirassia Pickup included | ## What's included - Private transportation - All Fees and Taxes - Use of Snorkelling equipment - Salads, fruits,unlimited soft drinks, local wines, beers ## Not included - Hard Alcoholic Beverages ## Itinerary 1. **Vlichada** (10m) - We start off at the port of Vlichada, where your private transfer will escort you to your boat. Our captain welcomes you on board! 2. **Leaving back the port of Vlychada we head to the famous Red Beach of Santorin...** (30m) - Leaving back the port of Vlychada we head to the famous Red Beach of Santorini where you will have the opportunity to swim! 3. **Our next stop is the White Beach a mesmerizing destination that empasizes on ...** (30m) - Our next stop is the White Beach a mesmerizing destination that empasizes on the beauty of the island. If you choose so we can make a stop! 4. **Lighthouse** (pass by, no stop) - Moving forward you will witness the majestic Lighthouse of Santorini. 5. **Santorini Volcano** (45m) - After passing by the Lighthouse of Santorini up next is none other than the unique jewel of Santorini. The Volcano! You will have the opportunity to see the Volcano up close and swim in it's Hot Springs! 6. **Mesa Pigadia Beach** (45m) - After our trip to the Volcano we will make a small stop to Mesa Pigadia Beach for you to enjoy a last swim or for leizure, before heading back to the port of Vlichada! 7. **Vlichada** (15m) - Its time to head back and finish our tour till next time we meet again! ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:00, 12:30, 15:30, 17:30 - 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. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €720 | €360 | | 4 | €920 | €230 | | 6 | €1122 | €187 | 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 · #24 of 64** | €360 | 5h | 4.95 (107) | 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 #24 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/santorini-half-day-luxury-private-cruise/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/greece/santorini/?format=md