The 15 Best Lunch Experiences in Santorini

1.Santorini Sailing Dream Catcher with BBQ Lunch and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 560 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $145Our pick

Sail for about five hours around Santorini aboard a catamaran, with hotel pickup, swimming and snorkeling stops, a dip near the volcanic hot springs, and a Greek barbecue with unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks. You’ll pass the Red and White Beaches, Indian Head Mountain and the Old Venetian Lighthouse. Departure point depends on tour time and weather.

“Sailing without the motor with spectacular cliff to beach views was wonderful. We also enjoyed swimming off the boat and the exceptional staff. We could have sailed all day. It was a lot of fun.”

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2.Cooking Class with Lunch and Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 289 reviews · 3 hours · from $94Best value

Spend three hours cooking Greek and Santorinian dishes with a local chef at a private venue by Kamari’s Black Beach. You may prepare tomato fritters, moussaka, salad or feta pie, then share lunch with Santorini wine. The English-language class is limited to 10 participants, and the menu and hosts can vary.

“I absolutely loved this class & the food was amazingly delicious. The two host were outstandingly knowledgeable and very accommodating. Would highly recommend this cooking class.”

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3.Santorini Caldera Sailing Tour with BBQ Lunch and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 268 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $229

Choose a 10am sailing or a 3pm sunset cruise, with hotel pickup, Red or White Beach swimming, caldera views, and a barbecue of seafood and steak with unlimited drinks. The boat visits Santorini’s volcanic islands, where warm springs offer a memorable swim. Crews have included cooks such as Chris, Pepe, and Joe, though the crew varies.

“The crew made it very enjoyable. They made sure everyone had enough food and drink. The tour itself was beautiful. The lunch was absolutely delish. I loved it.”

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4.Greek Cooking Class and Lunch with a Local Grandmother

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 208 reviews · 3 hours · from $153

In Oia, Areti, a lifelong Santorini resident and former restaurant owner, leads a three-hour cooking class in her private kitchen. You help prepare a four-course Greek meal, then eat together with a glass of wine. The group is limited to six, and menus can be adapted for vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free diets.

“Our time with yiayia was wonderful! She gave us so many interesting tips and tricks and we left the class with full bellies, more informed and had a lot of laughs. The value for the money was great and our rapport with the other guests was so enjoyable! 10/10 recommend.”

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5.Santorini Catamaran Cruise: with Lunch, BBQ, Open Bar, Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 199 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $133

Set sail from Vlychada on a small-group catamaran cruise along Santorini’s southern coast. Expect stops at Red Beach, Mesa Pigadia and the caldera hot springs, plus views of White Beach, Indian Rocks and the Venetian Lighthouse. A Greek BBQ lunch, drinks and round-trip minibus transfers are included.

“The best! Fabulous food, drinks and swimming! The crew were amazing and professional. A must in Santorini”

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6.Santorini Guided Sea Kayaking with Light Lunch and Pick-up Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 146 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $145

From Mesa Pigadia, paddle Santorini’s southern coast with a BCU-certified guide, passing black, white and red beaches and a sea cave. Expect a swim and snorkel stop, a break at secluded Kambia Beach and a light Greek lunch at a traditional tavern. Hotel pickup is an optional upgrade. Guides have included Panos, Alex and Kostas; names may vary.

“I just want to say Panos and Alex were such wonderful guides! Panos answered all of my questions that I had ahead of time and with such professionalism! My husband and I were in 1 kayak and my daughter went with Panos, he was so very kind and informative. The stop for a snack and Greek coffee was most excellent. The host was such a lovely gal. I wish I could remember her name she made us all a fruit salad and Panos made us all a Greek coffee. We had a rainy day, but Panos and Alex made the trip so memorable and fun that we didn't mind the…”

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7.Luxury Santorini Catamaran Cruise: Lunch, BBQ, Drinks, Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 144 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $133

Spend about five hours aboard a catamaran, sailing from Vlychada past Santorini’s Red and White beaches, Indian Rocks, and Akrotiri Lighthouse. Swim at Mesa Pigadia, visit the caldera hot springs, and stop near Thirasia for a swim and an onboard Greek lunch. Hotel transfers are offered, and the group is capped at 20.

“Winter in Santorini is also beautiful, from the pickup to the boat cruise are all very kind. I came by myself and meet new friends on the boat! Food was delicious, absolutely amazing experience!”

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8.ATV Quad Bike Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 119 reviews · from $169

Ride a 450cc quad with a guide such as Alex, Adonis or Kyriakos, following a three-hour route through beaches, villages and backroads. Expect stops at Black Sand Beach, Emporio’s windmills and Vlichada’s volcanic cliffs, plus caldera views and a lunch of local food. Groups are limited to four, and you need a car driver’s license to drive.

“We enjoyed the tour and lunch and our guide was great”

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9.Santorini Wine Stories: Daytime Tour with Tasting & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 110 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $181

Spend four hours visiting two traditional Santorini wineries with a wine expert sommelier, tasting eight wines and enjoying lunch. Pickup is offered, and the group is capped at eight. Guides named by past participants include Constantine, Nicholas, Nikos, and Nick, though you cannot assume a particular guide will be assigned.

“Nikos was a highly knowledgeable, relaxed and pleasant guide. The tour was incredible value: a generous lunch and lots of delicious wine. The venues were beautiful and well chosen. A highlight of our trip to Santorini.”

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10.Private All Inclusive Day Cruise with Full Greek Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $450

Set sail from Santorini at 10:30 am on a private cruise for your group. The five-hour trip includes Red Beach, a swim and snorkel stop, the caldera hot springs and a traditional Greek lunch prepared onboard near Mesa Pigadia. Crew members named Mike or Makis and Manos have been praised for attentive service.

“Excellent tour spacious catamaran even has a bedroom. The views and the service were amazing. Manos and maki were friendly and provided outstanding service. They cooked an amazing lunch truly a wonderful experience highly recommend”

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11.Private Morning Tour Lagoon 400-380 Sailing in Santorini ,lunch, drink, transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $480

Spend about five hours aboard a private Lagoon 400-380 catamaran, with hotel pickup, caldera views, swims near the volcanic hot springs, and stops at White and Red beaches. The crew serves a barbecue lunch, Greek mezze, drinks and provides towels and snorkeling gear. Crew names include Tia and Theo, though your team may differ.

“Crew was excellent. Fully equipped boat with towels, noodles, and snorkeling gear. Plenty of swim time and pick up and drop off were perfect.”

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12.Santorini 5 Hour Private Oia Tour & Lunch/Dinner at a Local Farm

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $191

Spend about five hours exploring Oia, eating at Kissiras Santorini Microgreens and tasting five Santorini wines at Artemis Karamolegos Winery. The private tour is limited to your group, with round-trip hotel transfers in a Mercedes-Benz Vito Tourer. Fani has been named as a guide on a tour, though your assigned guide may differ.

“We had the absolute pleasure of joining the 5-hour Oia tour with lunch at a local farm, and it was nothing short of spectacular. From start to finish, the experience was seamless, enriching, and full of charm. Our guide was not only incredibly knowledgeable about Santorini’s history and culture, but also brought a wonderful sense of humor and warmth that made the day even more enjoyable. The tour and guide exceeded all of our expectations and was one of our favorite experiences in Santorini. Highly recommend!!!!”

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13.Santorini Private Wine Tasting Tour: Up to 4 Wineries & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $299

Spend about five hours visiting up to four Santorini wineries with private guide Stratos. Taste Assyrtiko, Vinsanto, and other Greek wines, see winery production areas, and have a tapas-style lunch at Venetsanos Winery overlooking the caldera. Hotel and Airbnb pickup is offered, and dietary needs can be accommodated.

“We had an amazing tour and wine tasting with Stratos of Santorini Local Guides. Santos is very knowledgeable about Santorini and wine which was perfect for our group. Highly recommended!”

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14.Thirassia 5-Hour eBike Tour with Lunch from Santorini

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $228

Take a small-group e-bike tour across Thirassia with a guide, visiting Potamos, cave houses in Agrilia, Manolas and Kera. Stop at the Monastery of Kimisis for views toward the volcano, taste bread from a wood-fired oven, then sit down to local and Cretan food with wine and raki.

“Awesome experience, thank you Yiannis and Yargos!!! Would recommend if you want a unique experience and good food and drink”

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15.Small Group Santorini Discovery Tour with Lunch and Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $264

Spend about eight hours seeing Santorini with a guide and private transport, from the Lost Atlantis Experience and Red Beach to Pyrgos, Prophet Elias and a sunset at Santo Wines. The tour includes a three-course lunch with three local wines, plus a cocktail. Guides named Yannis, Iannis and Yanis have been praised for their archaeological knowledge.

“Tour did not start off well as we were waiting for 45 minutes for pick up. There were only 7 tourists out of which 3 were only French speaking. Apart from that, tour was fantastic and guide Iannis and his driver were excellent.”

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