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Island Hopping by Boat: The 15 Best Days

117 tours  ·  from $12 a head

Three islands in a day sounds generous until you price the hours at sea. These 15 are compared on time ashore versus time sailing, lunch, swim stops, and how big the boat sharing them with you is.

Boat Trip: Glimpse of Murano, Torcello & Burano Islands - Murano: 30 minutes with the glassmakers
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Boat Trip: Glimpse of Murano, Torcello & Burano Islands

1.Boat Trip: Glimpse of Murano, Torcello & Burano Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 15,699 reviews · 4.5 - 5.5 hours · from $29Our pick

Cruise from Venice to Murano, Torcello, and Burano with multilingual commentary, a glassblowing demonstration, a lace-shop visit, and free time on each island. The tour lasts about 4.5 to 5.5 hours and costs $29. It is a brisk introduction, not a fully guided walking tour, so bring lunch and keep an eye on the return time.

“This tour was great going to the Islands, Torcello could of been left out, not much there really. I liked how you had your own free time to explore the Islands at your own leisure. AAA+++”

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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

2.Volcanic Islands Cruise with Hot Springs Visit

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

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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Stockholm: City Archipelago Sightseeing Cruise with Guide - How the live guiding changes the ride
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Stockholm: City Archipelago Sightseeing Cruise with Guide

3.City Archipelago Sightseeing Cruise with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 10,798 reviews · 1.5 - 3 hours · from $41

See Stockholm from the water on a classic archipelago ship, with live commentary in English and Swedish. Choose a 1.5, 2.5, or 3-hour route through the inner archipelago, then warm up inside with a drink or snack from the onboard cafeteria. Guides such as David, Erik, and Christopher have brought the scenery and local history to life on recent departures.

“Lovely trip out. Everyone crushed onto the top deck though. As a lot of the boat space was taken up by the dinner cruise.”

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Full-Day Dubrovnik Elaphite Islands Cruise with Lunch and Drinks - Lopud: beach time, gardens, and island heritage
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Full-Day Dubrovnik Elaphite Islands Cruise with Lunch and Drinks

4.Full-Day Dubrovnik Elaphite Islands Cruise with Lunch and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8,823 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $78Top rated

Spend about eight hours cruising from Dubrovnik to Lopud, Sipan, and Kolocep. You’ll have free time for Šunj Beach, island villages, swimming, and snorkeling, plus a generous onboard lunch and drinks including wine, brandy, soft drinks, and water. Emily and other crew members help with timing and island tips.

“Overall it was fine, the gap between islands is about 15 minutes so you don’t actually go that far. The islands were beautiful and the trip was pretty good value for money. The skipper was a bit rude to me when I asked to come onto the boat about 10 minutes early, he asked why, and would t let me come on which I never experienced before. You can t jump off the boat and there is no swimming from the boat it all done when you reach the islands. Food was good and drinks plentiful, although there is only about 15-20 minutes in between each island so you don’t…”

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Murano & Burano Islands Guided Small-Group Tour by Private Boat - Murano: a short look at serious glassmaking
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Murano & Burano Islands Guided Small-Group Tour by Private Boat

5.Murano & Burano Islands Guided Small-Group Tour by Private Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7,580 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $36

Travel from central Venice to Murano and Burano by private water taxi with a guide such as Silvia, Serena, Frankie, or Elena. Watch glassblowing, see handmade lace, browse colorful canals, and return by boat. Groups are limited to 22, though demonstrations are brief and much of the island time is independent.

“Great guided tour. Sylvia was very informative and had a lot of stories to tell about the other islands surrounding Murano and Bruano. The glass making was very interesting to watch and seeing all the products in the shop that was made were all very beautifully crafted. Bruano was gorgeous with all the colourful houses and we got some very yummy Gelato from there. Highly recommend doing this tour!”

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Blue cave, Mamma Mia and Hvar, 5 islands speedboat tour - Komiža offers a gentler hour on Vis
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Blue cave, Mamma Mia and Hvar, 5 islands speedboat tour

6.Blue cave, Mamma Mia and Hvar, 5 islands speedboat tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7,150 reviews · 10 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $111

Spend 10 to 12 hours racing from Split or Trogir across the Adriatic to Biševo, Vis, Hvar, Stiniva, and Budikovac. You’ll enter the Blue Cave when sea conditions allow, swim with supplied snorkel gear, pass the Mamma Mia beach, and explore Hvar. Boats carry up to 12 people, with English-speaking crew and weather-based route changes.

“Great fun day out, speedboats were great fun, You Will Get Wet and thrown around a bit, beautiful islands visited. Blue cave was nice, certainly not worth the entrance fee, but still worth a visit. Guide and driver/skipper we really good.”

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Dubrovnik: Elaphiti Islands Full-Day Cruise with Lunch - Koločep: pine trees, clear water, and a short first stop
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Dubrovnik: Elaphiti Islands Full-Day Cruise with Lunch

7.Elaphiti Islands Full-Day Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,938 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $78

Spend about eight hours aboard the Regina Maris with host Elisa and her crew, visiting Koločep, Šipan, and Lopud from Dubrovnik. Swim, explore island villages, eat a Dalmatian lunch, and enjoy local wine, soft drinks, shaded decks, WiFi, restrooms, and hotel pickup in Dubrovnik. Bring towels and snorkeling gear.

“The Regina Maris boat was very clean and well maintained and there was plentyof shade. The staff were friendly and helpful. The chicken lunch was simple, but very tasty and the free wine and other soft drinks were appreciated. The visits to the first two islands were short, just time for a quick explore. There was plenty of time to go to the Monastery, Gardens and have a swim on the last island, Lopud. Overall, a relaxing day out.”

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Blue Lagoon & 3 Islands Cruise with Lunch from Split - Čiovo gives you an easy first swim
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Blue Lagoon & 3 Islands Cruise with Lunch from Split

8.Blue Lagoon & 3 Islands Cruise with Lunch from Split

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,756 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $78

Spend eight hours cruising from Split to Čiovo, the Blue Lagoon, and Maslinica on Šolta. You’ll have time to swim and snorkel, eat a beef, tuna, or vegetarian burger with fries, and enjoy wine after lunch. Hosts such as Nana and Ivan help keep the day moving, though weather and boat conditions can change the route.

“Really great day out with our fantastic guide Nana and crew. From the get go Nana looked after our every need keeping us up to date she was the perfect host. The trip itself was stunning the shipwreck and the blue lagoon and then the beautiful island we visited with the best gelato on recommendation of Nana! Met some lovely people on board too totally recommend!”

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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

9.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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From Sardinia: La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Boat Tour - Boarding at Palau or La Maddalena
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From Sardinia: La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Boat Tour

10.La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4,980 reviews · 6 - 7 hours · from $59

Spend 6 to 7 hours aboard a comfortable boat with multilingual guide Claudia and the crew of Maggiorleggerotour. Swim near Budelli, relax on Santa Maria and Spargi, view Spiaggia Rosa from the water, then explore La Maddalena. Food and drinks are available onboard, or bring a packed lunch.

“we saw so many beautiful beaches, swam 3-4 times and still were able to spend a hour in Maddalena. Our guide was so gifted! 4 languages?!? We brought our own snacks but food and drink were available. Such a great easy way to see the incredible area of Palau and the surrounding archipelago!!”

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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

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

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

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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Hurghada: 3 Islands, Dolphins & Snorkel Yacht Trip w/ Lunch - Orange Bay gives you an easy start
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Hurghada: 3 Islands, Dolphins & Snorkel Yacht Trip w/ Lunch

12.3 Islands, Dolphins & Snorkel Yacht Trip w/ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,609 reviews · 8 hours · from $47

Spend eight hours aboard a Go Shalabi yacht visiting Orange Bay, Giftun, and Magawish. You’ll get two snorkeling stops, dolphin watching, breakfast, seafood lunch, fruit, and unlimited drinks. Guides such as Fouad, Ahmed, Saef, and Captain Talal help with safety and the day’s lively atmosphere. Group and private options are available.

“It was all absolutely amazing, great team on the boat”

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Gananoque: 1000 Islands Cruise & Optional Boldt Castle Entry - What the one-hour cruise does best
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Gananoque: 1000 Islands Cruise & Optional Boldt Castle Entry

13.Gananoque: 1000 Islands Cruise & Optional Boldt Castle Entry

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,453 reviews · 1 - 5 hours · from $30

From Gananoque, choose a one, three, or five-hour cruise through the 1000 Islands. Hear English and French commentary, see Millionaire’s Row, Zavikon Islands, the St. Lawrence Seaway, and the 1000 Islands Bridge. The five-hour route includes Boldt Castle admission and a stop at Heart Island, but you need a passport or Nexus card.

“Please let people know they can bring a bottle of water.”

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Stresa: 3 Borromean Islands Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour - Starting at Stresa Piazza Marconi
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Stresa: 3 Borromean Islands Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour

14.Stresa: 3 Borromean Islands Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 4,122 reviews · 1 day · from $14Best value

Cruise from Stresa to Isola Madre, Isola dei Pescatori, and Isola Bella on a flexible one-day boat pass. You get free time on each island, multilingual crew, and recorded commentary, but palace and garden tickets, food, and a €0.50 cash landing fee per island cost extra.

“Nice trip to all 3 Borromean Islands, with hassle free experience. No long time waiting for boats and easy to find what to do and where to go.”

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Gili Islands: Private or Shared Snorkeling Boat Trip - The Bask Nest statues at Gili Meno
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Gili Islands: Private or Shared Snorkeling Boat Trip

15.Gili Islands: Private or Shared Snorkeling Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,989 reviews · 2 - 8 hours · from $14

Cruise between Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno, and Gili Air with an English-speaking guide such as Tom, Jack, Maron, or Adi. You will snorkel with turtles, visit the Bask Nest statues and coral gardens, relax on Gili Meno, and receive GoPro photos. Private and small-group options suit beginners and confident swimmers.

“Tom and Jack were really lovely and were on top of our safety at all times. The pictures came out really well and it was just all around amazing!!”

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