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Santorini Private Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open Bar & Transfers

4.9 · 499 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 99% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Santorini Operated by Spiridakos Sailing Cruises Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
5h
Group
Private tour, your party only
Guide languages
Greek, English
Start & pickup
09:30, 13:30 · Hotel pickup included
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

A private tour for your party sails from Vlychada Marina past the Red & White Beaches, with a snorkelling stop.

BBQ, wine, beer, towels and hotel transfers are included; pickup is unavailable at the Old Port of Fira. 4.93 from 499 reviews at €500 per person for 5h.

In our comparison: #17 of 64 in Catamaran & Sailing Cruises, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

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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: Greek, English.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Sunset CruiseThe page pricePrivate Sunset Cruise Duration: 5 hours BBQ on board: With Local Wine and Beer Santorini Highlights Catamaran Pickup included€500 for 2+ people
Morning CruisePrivate Morning Cruise Duration: 5 hours BBQ on board: With Local Wine and Beer Santorini Highlights Catamaran Pickup included€500 for 2+ people

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

  • Soft drinks
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Complimentary Towels, snorkeling & Safety equipment
  • Open bar: white wine & beer
  • Complimentary Hotel pickup and drop-off with an air-conditioned mini bus
  • BBQ shrimp, BBQ chicken fillet, BBQ beef sausage, Pasta with tomato sauce, Greek salad, Tzatziki dips, Vine-leaf rolls with rice, Bread, Dessert
  • Fresh fruit

    Reviews

    4.9
    499 ratings
    Tripadvisor 447 · Viator 52

    99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 492 of 499

    Star breakdown of all 499 ratings

    5 stars
    485 · 97%
    4 stars
    7 · 1%
    3 stars
    0 · 0%
    2 stars
    2 · 0%
    1 star
    5 · 1%

    What reviewers say

    Reviewers praise the attentive crew, fresh meals and spacious boats; the hot springs may not feel hot

    Praised

    • Attentive crew who keep drinks topped up and respond to guests' needs
    • Freshly cooked meals praised as a highlight of the trip
    • Clean, comfortable boats with room to relax
    • Swimming and snorkelling stops alongside coastal views
    • Informative commentary on local history and the islands

    Complaints

    • Hot springs that feel cool or only mildly warm

    Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (15 October 2024 to 2 November 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 8 November 2026.

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    Meeting point and route

    Meeting point

    Where
    Vlychada Marina, direct meet up at least 30 minutes before the start of the cruise, next to the ATM.
    Departure
    09:30, 13:30 daily; scheduled through December 2026 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
    Return
    This activity ends back at the meeting point
    Pickup
    Hotel pickup included
    Operator
    Spiridakos Sailing Cruises; booking and payment are completed on Viator

    Itinerary

    About this tour, from the operator

    Sail around Santorini on a Catamaran during this 5-hour Cruise, departing from Vlychada Marina. Sail past the island's highlights, such as the Red & White Beaches, the Indian Rocks, and the Venetian Lighthouse of Akrotiri. Stop for snorkeling, marvel at the scenic views of the Aegean Sea and the Volcanic Caldera, and enjoy our onboard BBQ Lunch or Dinner with open bar: white wine, beer, and soft drinks.

    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

    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Minimum age is 18 years to consume alcohol

    Accessibility

    • Public transportation options are available nearby

    Good to know

    • Min. 2 to book not for solo travellers
    • Food included Soft drinks, Open bar: white wine & beer

    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 · #17 of 64€5005h4.93 (499)private
    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 #17 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

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