On the water · GREECE BOAT TOURS

Greece on the Water: 15 Boat Days to Book

158 tours  ·  from $17 a head

Getting between islands is a ferry problem; getting to the good water is a boat problem. These 15 cover the caldera sailings, the lagoon runs and the day boats out to uninhabited islets, priced per person.

Santorini: Volcanic Islands Cruise with Hot Springs Visit - Nea Kameni: walking on Santorini’s volcanic core
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Santorini: Volcanic Islands Cruise with Hot Springs Visit

1.Volcanic Islands Cruise with Hot Springs Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 10,869 reviews · 3 - 10 hours · from $29Our pick

Sail from Athinios Port on a traditional wooden boat with multilingual commentary. Hike Nea Kameni, swim from the boat to Palea Kameni’s sulfur springs, stop at Thirassia, and admire Santorini from the water. Add a bus transfer to Oia for two to three hours and sunset views.

“We all had an excellent time on this 3 hr tour from Fira. The boat used was a very nice old style wooden one - made for good pictures. Volcano hike was a bit steeper than anticipated but we made it back in time. Swimming in the hot springs area was the highlight of the tour for us due to the brilliant weather. Onboard ice cold drinks were very welcome. Overall quite happy to recommend.”

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From Kissamos Port: Boat Cruise to Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa - Gramvousa and the climb to the fortress
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From Kissamos Port: Boat Cruise to Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa

2.From Kissamos Port: Boat Cruise to Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 6,755 reviews · 7 hours · from $47

Sail from Kissamos Port to Gramvousa Island and Balos Lagoon on a large, comfortable ferry. Swim in clear water, hike to the Venetian castle, see a shipwreck and sea cave, and buy food and drinks on board. The route order can change, and Balos may require a short swim to shore, so pack light and wear water shoes.

“Excellent day trip, great amenities on the boat. To be improved, time of departure: boat started 20min late which cuts into the day trip time. Also, departure time varies, somewhere it says 10:00, somewhere 10:35 or 10:40”

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Santorini: Catamaran Tour with BBQ Dinner, Drinks, and Music - Pickup, boarding, and the two catamarans
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Santorini: Catamaran Tour with BBQ Dinner, Drinks, and Music

3.Catamaran Tour with BBQ Dinner, Drinks, and Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 5,886 reviews · 5 hours · from $93

Spend five hours on the 74-foot Ocean Voyager or 80-foot Tahiti catamaran, with hotel pickup, swimming at Santorini’s hot springs, Red Beach, and White Beach, plus a fresh BBQ, unlimited white wine and soft drinks, and music. Choose a morning sail or sunset cruise, with crew members such as Sakis, Orestis, and Fotini helping make the day run smoothly.

“Excellent experience and fabulous food and wine. Music and dancing topped off a great day out.”

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From the Port of Kos: Full Day Boat Cruise to 3 Islands - Lunch on board: simple Greek food that does the job
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From the Port of Kos: Full Day Boat Cruise to 3 Islands

4.From the Port of Kos: Full Day Boat Cruise to 3 Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5,137 reviews · 7h 30m · from $35

Sail from Kos on the Odyssey for a full day around Kalymnos, Plati, and Pserimos. You’ll see Vathi’s fjord, swim from the boat, watch for dolphins near fish farms, and eat souvlaki or a vegetarian lunch. The English-speaking crew, led by Captain Yanas, keeps the pace easy rather than turning the trip into a loud party cruise.

“The overall experience, as I mentioned, is good and satisfying. My only comment relates to the music: I would have preferred old Greek music, which would have complemented the Greek Mediterranean experience.”

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All Day Cruise -3 Islands to Agistri,Moni, Aegina with lunch and drinks included - Starting at Marina Zea in Piraeus
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All Day Cruise -3 Islands to Agistri,Moni, Aegina with lunch and drinks included

5.All Day Cruise -3 Islands to Agistri,Moni, Aegina with lunch and drinks included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,958 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $180Top rated

Spend 10 hours sailing from Piraeus to Agistri, Moni or Metopi, and Aegina aboard a wooden motorized sailing ship. Sam, Mo, Elizabeth, and the five-person crew serve coffee, pastries, a fresh Greek buffet, wine, beer, and soft drinks. Expect long stretches at sea, free time on two islands, and a swim stop.

“I had an amazing time on this cruise today!! The staff were super friendly and very helful by giving us recommendations of what to do at the three islands, food was delicious and the boat was very comfortable. Overall, it was a great experience, learning about the places and getting to know new friends! 100% recommended!!! (PS I really loved the part we were all swimming in open waters and the pistachio tasting tour!)”

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From Corfu: Day Cruise to Paxos, Antipaxos, & the Blue Caves - Leaving Corfu for Paxos
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From Corfu: Day Cruise to Paxos, Antipaxos, & the Blue Caves

6.Day Cruise to Paxos, Antipaxos, & the Blue Caves

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 4,800 reviews · 7 - 11 hours · from $58

Join Corfu Cruises for a full-day sailing to Paxos and Antipaxos. You will enter sea caves, swim for about an hour near Antipaxos, and spend two hours in Gaios. English, German, and Greek guides explain the route, while multilingual audio commentary, a bar, Wi-Fi, and optional hotel transfers add comfort. Host Theo, also called Teo, keeps the return trip lively with music.

“Great experience seeing the caves, swimming at Antipaxos and visiting Paxos which is beautiful. The boat is modern and comfortable and the crew are friendly - welcoming and knowledgeable about all the islands and landmarks. Would recommend.”

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From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch - Boarding at Marina Kalithea
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From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch

7.Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 4,305 reviews · 12 hours · from $154

Spend 12 hours sailing from Athens to Hydra, Poros, and Aegina aboard a large cruise ship with open decks, buffet lunch, multilingual hosts, and optional hotel transfers. You’ll explore Hydra’s car-free lanes, Poros harbor, and Aegina’s shops and sights. Guides such as Georgina and Katarina may lead optional walks, while extra tours cost more.

“We had an amazing time. We took the VIP upgrade option up and would recommend it to everyone. Was expensive but made the long day with two boys much easier.”

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Rhodes: Speedboat Trip to Symi with Free Time to Explore - Kolona Harbor and the Sebeco Lines boat
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Rhodes: Speedboat Trip to Symi with Free Time to Explore

8.Speedboat Trip to Symi with Free Time to Explore

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,265 reviews · 7 - 8 hours · from $35

Take the Sebeco Lines speedboat from Kolona Harbor to Symi for a self-guided island day. You get Rhodes harbor views, an air-conditioned indoor deck, open-air seating, and several hours to eat, shop, swim, or climb the Kali Strata steps. Food, drinks, and a guided tour are not included.

“Great trip, emailed to offer hotel transfer too which was great with A/C. Boat to Symi about 80 mins bit choppy but dry, lovely views. 3 hours is perfect amount of time in symi”

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Premium Small-Group Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open Bar, Transfer - Red Beach and White Beach from the water
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Premium Small-Group Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open Bar, Transfer

9.Premium Small-Group Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open Bar, Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,209 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $151

Sail Santorini’s caldera coast aboard a small catamaran with a crew that may include Captain John, George, or Elena. You’ll see Red and White beaches, swim at Mesa Pigadia and Palea Kameni, snorkel in a quiet cove, eat a Greek BBQ buffet, and return with island drop-off.

“We had a great time with our captains on our sunset cruise! It was a windy day, so a little chilly for swimming in late afternoon, and some modifications had to be made to the original itinerary which the crew had warned us about once we arrived! The boat was pristine and very comfortable. The lunch was delicious as well. The hotel pickup and drop off was great to have included. I only wish we had gotten to see more of the island during our cruise!”

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Santorini Classic Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Drinks and Transfers - Palea Kameni and the sulfurous hot springs
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Santorini Classic Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Drinks and Transfers

10.Santorini Classic Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Drinks and Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,933 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $114

Set sail from Vlychada on a daytime or sunset catamaran cruise with hotel transfers, coastal views, two swim stops, snorkeling gear, towels, and a Greek BBQ with wine and soft drinks when selected. You’ll see Red Beach, White Beach, the volcanic caldera, Palea Kameni, and the Santorini volcano.

“Very Good for swimmers and for those who want to do snorkeling. Good food especially barbeque chicken and Greek salad”

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From Corfu Island: Antipaxos & Paxos Blue Caves Boat Cruise - Sailing past Corfu Town and the Kanoni Peninsula
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From Corfu Island: Antipaxos & Paxos Blue Caves Boat Cruise

11.From Corfu Island: Antipaxos & Paxos Blue Caves Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,690 reviews · 7 - 12 hours · from $53

Spend a full day sailing from Corfu to Paxos and Antipaxos with stops in Lakka, the Blue Caves, and the clear waters of Mesovrika or Voutoumi. Guides such as Maria, Elena, and Kamilla are known for lively multilingual commentary, while the return trip may include music and Greek dancing. Hotel pickup is optional.

“This is a great trip, I have done this twice before. It’s a full day! Starting early in the port, the sun is rising and everyone boards the large boat. We were sat for a while, but better to get there early and get a good seat. I recommend the right side of the boat, upstairs, under the canopy as it can get very hot when the sun is fully out. They don’t start serving coffees until the boat is on the move so get a coffee and bring it onboard! Maria the host is amazing. I am always so impressed when she speaks English, Greek, Italian, French and German…”

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Santorini: Luxury Catamaran Day Trip with Meal and Open Bar - Pickup, port transfer, and the first hour aboard
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Santorini: Luxury Catamaran Day Trip with Meal and Open Bar

12.Luxury Catamaran Day Trip with Meal and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,678 reviews · 5 - 6 hours · from $129

Sail Santorini’s caldera for 5 to 6 hours on a catamaran capped at 20 people. Swim near Red and White Beaches, visit the volcanic hot springs, eat a Greek barbecue, and enjoy unlimited wine, beer, soft drinks, and a sunset cocktail. Hotel transfers, towels, snorkels, and wind jackets are included. Crew names vary by departure.

“Amazing sunset cruise in Santorini! Not crowded, great vibes with other couples, and stunning views of the sunset and Ammoudi Bay. The hot springs were a bit chilly, but we ended the night dancing thanks to Captain Antonis being an awesome DJ. Huge shoutout to Ira and George too—highly recommend!”

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Rhodes: High-Speed Boat to Symi Island & Saint George's Bay - Leaving Mandraki Harbor for the open sea
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Rhodes: High-Speed Boat to Symi Island & Saint George’s Bay

13.High-Speed Boat to Symi Island & Saint George’s Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,048 reviews · 6 - 9 hours · from $69

Take a high-speed boat from Rhodes to Symi, with about three hours to explore its pastel harbor, shops, tavernas, and narrow lanes. The 9:00 and 11:00 departures include a 30-minute swim at Saint George’s Bay. The 15:15 sailing offers a quieter Symi visit and sunset views but only a photo stop.

“Symi and St George's bay are breathtaking and the trip was amazing. Going by speedboat added to the sparkle of the day. The crew were friendly and helpful. There was plenty of time for jumping off the boat and swimming at st George's bay. We didn't find the seats particularly comfortable as they are very slim, but there were some sofa seats available. There is no room to put long legs under the seat Infront so arrive early if you need the few seats with more legroom”

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Agios Nikolaos: Boat Trip to Spinalonga with Swim Stop - Kolokitha Bay: a swim stop from the deck
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Agios Nikolaos: Boat Trip to Spinalonga with Swim Stop

14.Agios Nikolaos: Boat Trip to Spinalonga with Swim Stop

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,031 reviews · 4h 30m · from $29

Join Nostos Cruises at Agios Nikolaos for a 4.5-hour afternoon boat trip to Spinalonga. Swim from the boat in Kolokitha Bay, hear about Olous, Barbarosa’s cave, and Kri-Kri island, then take a guided island walk with free time to explore. English and Dutch guides lead the tour, with French and German audio guides available.

“Communication leading up to the booking time was clear and precise. It was well organised from the moment you arrive at the meeting point. The swim was beautiful. Please note the boat does not go to land for the swim but they drop anchor in the bay and you swim off the boat. Good historic information from the guides on the island while there with plenty of time to look around. The boat trip was very smooth and enjoyable. The food on the boat has limited selection but nice tasting food at reasonable prices. Recommend this tour as it’s a great price for a full afternoon.”

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Half-Day Exclusive Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with Meal and Open Bar - The Venetian Lighthouse and the caldera coast
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Half-Day Exclusive Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with Meal and Open Bar

15.Half-Day Exclusive Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with Meal and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,975 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $133

Spend about five hours aboard a catamaran from Vlychada Marina, stopping at Red Beach, the hot springs, and Thirassia. Expect swimming, snorkeling, Greek food, BBQ, wine, beer, and an English-speaking crew such as Giannis, Alex, Natalie, Mika, or Kostas. Hotel pickup and a group size capped at 18 keep the outing easy and personal.

“Be ready to jump in the water for the experience. The crew- Mika, Kostas & Captain Bill goes above & beyond the experience - Service, Hospitality, & concierge. The food spread was incredible. And of course have fun w/ the company you’re with. So highly recommend”

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