--- title: Santorini Private Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open Bar & Transfers lang: en type: tour city: Santorini country: Greece price: 500 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.93 reviews: 499 duration_minutes: 300 languages: [el, en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 17 of 64 (Catamaran & Sailing Cruises) schedule_checked: 2026-11-08 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/greece/santorini/tours/santorini-private-catamaran-cruise-with-bbq-open-bar-transfers/ --- # Santorini Private Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open Bar & Transfers **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 (table below). ## Overview 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. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Starts 09:30, 13:30: 2 departures a day - Food included: Soft drinks, Open bar: white wine & beer **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €500 per person - Duration: 5h - Rating: 4.93/5 from 499 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Spiridakos Sailing Cruises - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: Greek, English - Start times: 09:30, 13:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08 ## Reviews 4.93 from 499 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 492 of 499. - 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 (2024-10-15 to 2026-11-02); 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 | |---|---|---|---| | Sunset Cruise | €500 / person (for 2+ people) | Greek, English | Private Sunset Cruise Duration: 5 hours BBQ on board: With Local Wine and Beer Santorini Highlights Catamaran Pickup included | | Morning Cruise | €500 / person (for 2+ people) | Greek, English | Private Morning Cruise Duration: 5 hours BBQ on board: With Local Wine and Beer Santorini Highlights Catamaran Pickup included | ## What's 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 ## Itinerary 1. **Red Beach** (30m) - One of the most beautiful beaches on the island. Its distinct red coloration is caused by the rich in minerals and iron soil. Stop to take some photos. 2. **White Beach** (pass by, no stop) - , which is only accessible by boat. A stop for swimming and snorkeling is highly recommended. No one can resist the crystal clear blue waters with the rich underwater environment and reefs. 3. **Mesa Pigadia Beach** (1h) - Mesa Pigadia bay is where we stop for our 1st swim or relax on board session. We do not drop you off at the beach. 4. **Lighthouse** (pass by, no stop) - Sail below the Indian Rocks near the caves and rock formations, characteristic to the Aegean landscape. 5. **Palea Kameni** (30m) - Stop at the hot springs for a swim session at the sulfurous waters that offer a natural spa. 6. **Santorini Volcano** (pass by, no stop) - We sail towards the volcano and explain the volcano explosion. 7. **Thirasia** (pass by, no stop) - Cruise past Thirasia Island, admiring its dramatic caldera from sea level, with views of the traditional taverns and historic harbor houses nestled in Korfos Bay. 8. **Vlychada** (pass by, no stop) - Our experience will end at the southern Port of Vlychada. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:30, 13:30 - 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. ## Meeting point Vlychada Marina, direct meet up at least 30 minutes before the start of the cruise, next to the ATM. Ends: back at the meeting point ## 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 - Passport name, number, gender, expiry date and country is required at time of booking for all participants - Minimum age is 18 years to consume alcohol - Vegetarian options are available, please make your request upon booking - Bring your own sunscreen, swimsuit, sunglasses and windbreaker - Are you a Cruise Ship Guest visiting Santorini? Most tender boats drop you off at the Old Port of Fira, but WE CAN NOT PICK YOU UP from there since there is no road access. You will need to take the cable car to reach our office in Fira and be there at least one hour before the start of our sailing cruise. Let us know what time the tender starts and gets back to your cruise ship. We need to make sure that you have enough time to return. - The itinerary and starting/ending port can change without prior notice, due to bad weather or other operational reasons. ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €1000 | €500 | | 4 | €1000 | €250 | | 6 | €1200 | €200 | 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 · #17 of 64** | €500 | 5h | 4.93 (499) | 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 #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. 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-private-catamaran-cruise-with-bbq-open-bar-transfers/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/greece/santorini/?format=md