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title: Skip the Queue, See Santorini! 5-Hour Cruise Tour with Water Taxi
lang: en
type: tour
city: Santorini
country: Greece
price: 550
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.99
reviews: 68
duration_minutes: 300
languages: [el, en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 15 of 64 (Catamaran & Sailing Cruises)
schedule_checked: 2026-11-08
data_updated: 2026-11-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/greece/santorini/tours/skip-the-queue-see-santorini-5-hour-cruise-tour-with-water-taxi/
---

# Skip the Queue, See Santorini! 5-Hour Cruise Tour with Water Taxi

**Guidekin's take:** A water taxi from the Old Port to Ammoudi, Oia, starts a private tour for your party, avoiding the arrival cable car. Guided minivan transport and water are included; return cable car tickets cost extra. 4.99 from 68 reviews at €550 per person for 5h.

In our comparison: #15 of 64 in Catamaran & Sailing Cruises, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

All tours are carried out by a Greek professional local and friendly guide who grew up on Santorini and know all the island very well.
We use a new luxury and air-conditioned Mercedes - Mini Van for the tour.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers
- 15 start times: between 08:30 and 18:00
- Food not included: Lunch and personal expenses
- Strollers OK: infants accepted

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €550 per person
- Duration: 5h
- Rating: 4.99/5 from 68 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Mr Santorini
- Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price
- Group: Private tour, your party only
- Guide languages: Greek, English
- Start times: 15 start times between 08:30 and 18:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08

## Reviews

4.99 from 68 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 68 of 68.

- 5 stars: 67 (99%)
- 4 stars: 1 (1%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

## What's included

- Bottled water
- Private Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
- Expert local driver/guide fluent in english
- Skip the cable car at the arrival— cruise from the Old Port to Ammoudi, Oia by water taxi

## Not included

- Lunch and personal expenses
- Refreshments
- Cable car tickets at the return

## Itinerary

1. **Oia** (1h) - , pronounced Ia, is the most famous of all villages of Santorini. It is certainly the most beautiful and picturesque village of Santorini. The fantastic sunset and amazing luxury hotels blue-domed churches, and sun-bathed verandas.
2. **Firostefani** (30m) - The most famous Blue Dome with three bells for Instagram and Facebook memorable photos
3. **Pyrgos Kallistis** (30m) - Pyrgos is a charming hilltop village in the heart of Santorini,cobbled streets, traditional whitewashed houses, and historic Venetian castle. From the top, enjoy beautiful panoramic views across the island and the Aegean Sea.
4. **Perivolos Beach** (1h; admission included) - is one of Santorini’s most beautiful black-sand beaches, known for its crystal-clear waters, lively beach bars, and relaxed atmosphere. It’s a perfect spot to swim, sunbathe, and enjoy the Aegean Sea.
5. **Fira** (30m) - is the lively capital of Santorini, famous for its stunning caldera views, whitewashed houses, blue-domed churches, and charming narrow streets. It’s the perfect place to enjoy the island’s beauty, shops, restaurants, and vibrant atmosphere.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 15 start times between 08:30 and 18:00
- 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
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels

## Cost for your party

| People | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | €1100 | €550 |
| 4 | €2880 | €720 |
| 6 | €4680 | €780 |

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 · #15 of 64** | €550 | 5h | 4.99 (68) | 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 #15 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.

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