The 15 Best Sunset Cruises in Santorini

1.Sunset Sailing Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with BBQ and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,105 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $95Our pick

Sail from Ammoudi or Athinios Port past the volcano, hot springs, Red Beach, and White Beach. You’ll swim, snorkel, eat a BBQ, and enjoy wine, soft drinks, and water. The later departure may include sunset views near Oia, with hotel pickup and return included.

“Amazing cruise - great crew, great atmosphere, the views, the stops at the bays and the food were all perfect. The wine was probably the only thing I didn’t rate too highly but not enough to put me off. The sunset was incredible - worth every penny to go o this trip! Definitely recommend.”

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2.Romantic Sunset Catamaran Caldera Cruise incl. Meal & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 328 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $114

Spend about five hours on a small catamaran around Santorini’s caldera, stopping near Red Beach, White Beach, and the volcano hot springs. Swim, snorkel, eat a Greek barbecue, and watch Oia’s sunset with wine, beer, and soft drinks included. Hotel pickup and return transport are available.

“Boat cruise experience was great! Staff were friendly and eager to provide food and drinks throughout. Sights and swim stops were beautiful and we were lucky enough to have a fun group on board! The only negative was a mix up for the pickup location due to multiple emails changing the location/time. We received a call that the driver was waiting in a different spot and we were told to “find the main road.” Being our first day in Santorini we had some trouble finding the driver and were a few minutes late. The driver proceeded to yell at us for being late over my wife’s attempt to apologize for…”

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3.Santorini Luxury Catamaran Sunset Cruise with BBQ, Drink and Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 310 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $157Top rated

Spend about five hours aboard the Ipanema 58, Santorini’s only catamaran of its kind. Swim near the volcanic hot springs, snorkel by Red and White Beaches, enjoy a Greek barbecue with drinks, and watch the sun set over the caldera. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

“Absolutely recommend this adventure. we were in Santorini for the day (off a cruise ship) and decided to see it by water and what a fantastic choice this was- one of our favorite days on vacation by far! we were a group of 24 friends and family. The Captain and Crew were spectacular! WOW! Spectacular in their attitudes, making us feel safe and welcomed as well as attentive ensuring we enjoyed ourselves. Everything was amazing: the food- yummy, the pasta, salad, meats, delicious and made fresh on site, the scenery, the music, the company, the water and of course the sunset. YES- do this tour! the more the marrier.”

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4.Santorini Caldera Sunset Sailing Cruise with Dinner and Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 208 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $96

Spend about six hours on a shared boat with guides such as Tito or Cesar, hiking Santorini Volcano, swimming near Palea Kameni, eating a Greek buffet, and watching sunset near Oia. Pickup is optional, wine comes with dinner, and the hot springs require a 30 to 40 meter swim.

“Adventurous climb to the Volcano, comfortable sailing, entertaining crew, sumptuous food with free flowing wine and magnificent sunset, and of course the on board dancing….. can’t ask for more!”

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5.Santorini Sunset Sailing Cruise: Dinner, BBQ, Open Bar, Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 208 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $133

Set sail from Vlychada Port at 3:00pm for a five-hour cruise past Red Beach, White Beach, Indian Rocks, the Venetian Lighthouse, and Santorini’s hot springs. Swim and snorkel at Mesa Pigadia, enjoy a Greek dinner, BBQ, and open bar, then watch the sunset on the return.

“Une expérience fabuleuse merci à l'équipage tout était parfait.la nourriture aussi .Le transfert aussi”

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6.Santorini Private Sunset Sailing Tour with Dinner, Drinks &Transfer included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 145 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $650

Sail Santorini’s volcanic coast aboard a private family-owned yacht with Captain George and crew. See Red Beach, White Beach, Palea Kameni, and Thirassia, then swim, eat a cooked-on-board Greek dinner, and watch sunset with drinks included.

“Our Captain George and First mate Ina, we’re top notch hosts on our private sunset tour. They allowed us to see all the brilliance of the Caldera and worked hard to avoid crowded areas. We enjoyed the beauty of the Caldera in its entirety while hearing personal tales of sea and love. Our adult children swam in a quiet spot with ocean life beneath. The food served was prepared with personal touch and attention. It was delicious and one of our favorite meals while in Santorini! We highly recommend this crew for your Sunset adventure!!!”

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7.Luxury Santorini Sunset Cruise: Dinner, BBQ, Open Bar, Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 139 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $145

Set out from Vlychada Port for a five-hour Santorini sunset cruise with swimming at Mesa Pigadia, the sulfur waters near the volcano, Thirasia Island, BBQ food, an open bar, and round-trip hotel transfers. The boat carries up to 20 people and returns after sunset.

“The cruise and staff were wonderful. The food and views amazing! Maybe a little more people then I’d like on a boat but that’s ok!”

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8.Private Beautiful Day or Romantic Sunset Cruise with Meal and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 122 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $574

Sail privately from Oia’s old fishing port for about five hours, stopping at Santorini’s volcanic springs, White Beach, and Red Beach. Your crew handles the BBQ, drinks, snorkeling gear, and SUP. Choose a sunny daytime outing or a romantic sunset cruise for up to 12 people.

“From the food to the tour itself, the crew made our experience one for the books. I definitely intend to book again during another visit! Grazie Paolo and Katherina!”

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9.Santorini Sunset Dinner Cruise Including Nea Kameni Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 121 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $108

You’ll cruise from Santorini’s port aboard a traditional-style boat, hike Nea Kameni with guide Dada, stop at Palea Kameni’s warm waters, and eat a buffet dinner with local wine near Thirasia. Hotel pickup is included from selected meeting points, but bring €5 cash, sturdy shoes, and a swimsuit.

“What an amazing time we had on this cruise. Our host, Dada, and his crew were so hospitable and so much fun! We got to hike the Nea Kameni volcano and hear all about its history, swim in the thermal waters of the volcano from the boat, had a fabulous dinner and watched the most gorgeous sunset ( and moon rising) from the center of the sea. It was remarkable. We even ended the night with some Greek dancing! A fantastic time we highly recommend.”

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10.Santorini Oia: Luxury Sunset Cruise with Fresh Fish BBQ & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 99 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $174

Spend about six hours aboard a small-group catamaran with a crew that may include George, Georgia, and Isidora. Swim at Thirassia, Nea Kameni, Mesa Pigadia, and Red Beach, enjoy fresh fish or chicken souvlaki with drinks, then watch the Santorini sunset from the sea.

“Beautiful, relaxing and delicious sunset tour. Our group had the best time! The crew was fantastic and the swimming and food were top notch!”

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11.Santorini 5 – Hours Private Day Or Sunset Cruise with Bbq and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 81 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Sail from Vlychada with your private group of up to four. Choose a 10 a.m. day cruise or a 3 p.m. sunset sailing, then visit Red Beach, White Beach, the hot springs, Volcano, Oia, and Thirassia. BBQ, Greek mezze, soft drinks, wine, and beer are included.

“Tony the multiskilled guy was phenomenal..it was an amazing tour with beautiful views and breathtaking views..Tony was so amazing that he made sure we had top class service, he was always there checking on us with a big smile and best service anyone could want..thank u pelagos, Tony is ur star..”

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12.Santorini Caldera: Sunset Sailing Cruise with Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 65 reviews · from $131

Board at Vlychada Marina for a five-hour sailing trip past Red Beach, White Beach, Mesa Pigadia, Akrotiri Lighthouse, and the volcanic islands. Swim near Palea Kameni, enjoy a crew-prepared seafood barbecue with local wine, and watch the sunset from the Aegean. Hotel transfers and a group of up to 10 are included.

“I had a really fun, relaxing day. Crew were amazing - very friendly and helpful - the food was great and the trip itself very beautiful. Would definitely recommend!”

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13.Santorini Caldera: Sunset Cruise with Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 59 reviews · 4 hours · from $76Best value

You’ll cruise Santorini’s caldera, walk toward the crater on Nea Kameni, pause near Palea Kameni’s hot springs, and see Thirasia before a bus takes you to Oia for sunset. Dinner, boat fare, and shared transfers are included. Bring a jacket and cash for drinks.

“Transfer back to the hotel was not good. We had to provide the stop information to the driver.”

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14.Luxury Sunset Cruise with Swim Stops, BBQ meals and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 53 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $133

Spend about five hours sailing Santorini’s Caldera, volcanic islands, hot springs, and beaches. Swim and snorkel along the way, then enjoy a BBQ with Greek salad, pasta, bread, dessert, wine, and soft drinks before watching sunset from the water. Hotel pickup is included.

“You get to sail around to different beaches and hear some history about the island. Along the way you stop for swimming and snorkeling. You also get a bbq meal with delicious Greek salad, pasta, bread, and yummy fruit and yogurt dessert. You r d the trip with a gorgeous view of the sunset on the water.”

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15.Private Sunset Cruise with Full Greek Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $480

Set sail from Vlychada Marina on a private catamaran with Captain Makis, Manos, or another Explorer1 crew team. Swim at volcanic hot springs, pass Santorini’s beaches and caldera, enjoy a Greek barbecue with drinks, and watch sunset on the return voyage.

“This is a wonderful way to escape the crowds and enjoy a secluded evening with your loved one! Mikas and Panos were excellent and took the time to get to know us and make our experience memorable. I would definitely recommend the private tour over the group ones!”

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