Santorini Sunset Cruises: The 15 Best Evening Sailings

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

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

Spend about five hours aboard a Santorini catamaran, with hotel pickup, swims near the hot springs and Red and White beaches, and a barbecue meal with wine, water, and soft drinks. Choose the later departure for a sunset cruise. The crew handles the route and meal; bring your own towel, and expect music as well as views.

“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 Santorini catamaran, with stops near Red Beach, White Beach and the volcanic hot springs. Swim or snorkel when conditions allow, then eat a Greek barbecue and watch the sun set near Oia. Hotel transfers, towels and an open bar with wine, beer and soft drinks are included.

“Very nice and courteous staff, amazing views, great food. I really enjoyed the experience. Highly recommend”

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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

Set sail from Santorini for about five hours aboard the catamaran identified as the Ipanema 58. Swim near the hot springs, snorkel off Red and White Beaches, and eat a Greek barbecue with drinks on board. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, and an English-speaking crew leads the trip.

“We had a lovely time! The crew was amazing and very hard workers. We were offered drinks at all times and the food was delicious :) Thank you for everything! Guada and Julian”

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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 Santorini boat trip, with a guided hike on the volcano, a swim near Palea Kameni’s hot springs, buffet dinner and wine, and sunset near Oia. Pickup is available if selected. Guides have included Tito and Cesar, but the crew and guide may vary.

“Loved swimming at the warm springs but it did ruin my white bathing suit. Pays to read the notes! Sober was delicious. Be aware that you do pay for all drinks other than wine at dinner.”

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

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

Leave Vlychada Port at about 3 pm for a five-hour Santorini cruise with stops at Red Beach, the caldera hot springs and Mesa Pigadia. You’ll sail past White Beach, Indian Rocks and the Venetian Lighthouse, with a Greek dinner, BBQ and open bar included. Hotel transfers are offered by private minibus, and the group is capped at 20.

“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

Set sail at 3:30 pm with a private crew on a family-owned yacht. The five-hour trip passes Red Beach, White Beach and the volcanic islets before a swim and dinner near Thirassia. Captain George is named as a guide, with Elias and Ina also described as crew. Hotel transfers, dinner and unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks are included.

“Best day EVER here on our trip to Santorini, Greece! George and Elias gave us the VERY BEST sailing experience. It was a dream come true and a day to remember. We did the personal tour and they made us an authentic home cooked Greek Dinner that was one of the best Greek meals we ever had! We highly recommend this cruise! The views we put our eyes on were like heaven! George, if you are reading this… Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!! You made one of my bucket list items come true! Bill and I love you to pieces.. Elias too!!”

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

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

Set sail from Vlychada for a five-hour Santorini cruise past Red Beach, White Beach, Indian Rocks, and Akrotiri Lighthouse. Swim at Mesa Pigadia, visit the caldera hot springs, and stop near Thirasia before dinner, a BBQ, an open bar, and the sunset return. Hotel or nearby-point transfers are arranged by private minibus.

“The sunset cruise was a an amazing experience for the 17 of us. The staff and crew members were fabulous, and the food was delicious. This was a great excursion that I highly recommend!!!”

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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

Take a private five-hour catamaran cruise for up to 12, with pickup, snorkel gear, SUP, hot-spring and beach stops, a Greek BBQ, and an open bar. Choose daytime or sunset; crew pairings have included Paulo and Stefania, though assignments vary.

“It was so special... beautiful sunset cruise with Paolo and John who were very attentionate. They cooked for us and offered a very quiet itinerary to avoid the crowds. It is unforgettable”

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

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

Set out on a six-hour catamaran cruise around Santorini, with stops near Thirassia, volcanic waters, Mesa Pigadia, and the Red Beach. You’ll have snorkeling gear, unlimited local drinks, and a Greek BBQ with fresh fish or chicken souvlaki. Pickup is offered, and the group is capped at 16.

“What a fantastic trip. The staff were lovely and made everything run smoothly. The drinks were chilled and the food was delicious. The stops for swimming were awesome.”

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

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

Set out from Vlychada on a private cruise for up to four, with a choice of a 10:00 daytime trip or a 15:00 sunset departure. Pass Red Beach, White Beach, the hot springs, the volcano, Oia, and Thirassia, with a barbecue, Greek mezze, drinks, and chances to swim. Staff names have included guide Billy and crew member Tony, though assignments may vary.

“The captain and his crew were knowledgeable and attentive. They gave us great service and were well versed in the area. Food was amazing”

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11.Santorini Caldera: Sunset Sailing Cruise with Meal

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

Join Barca Sailing for a five-hour sunset cruise from Vlychada Marina, with hotel transfers, a small group, beach and caldera views, swimming stops, and a seafood barbecue with local wine and Greek beer. You may sail under raised sails for part of the trip. Pickup details are confirmed by email the day before.

“Fantastic afternoon and evening on the sail boat. Our captain and co Captain we’re great! They were super accommodating with the transfers. Thank you!”

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12.Santorini Caldera: Sunset Cruise with Dinner

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

This four-hour shared cruise combines Santorini’s volcanic islands, a stop near sulfurous thermal waters, time on Thirasia, dinner aboard, and a sunset visit to Oia. An English-speaking host leads the experience, with pickup from selected meeting points. The $76 price includes dinner, boat ticket, and transport, but not drinks.

“The caldera cruise was very good. Collection and drop off is good too. The guide is welcoming. There's a welcome wine drink when you aboard, taste good. The food served is good too as we're not picky. By the way, refreshments are not included, you have to buy it there and they prefer cash or card, I saw a few paying by card. Cruise in the month of October is relaxing maybe because there's a small number of people on the boat that time. I brought my cardigan but it's not that cold when the sun sets, just nice and fresh. And you get a good view of the sunset…”

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13.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 around Santorini’s volcanic islands, hot springs, and beaches, with time to swim and snorkel before dinner and sunset views. Your fare includes hotel pickup in an air-conditioned vehicle, snorkeling equipment, a BBQ meal with dessert, and wine and soft drinks. The group is capped at 16; the tour is offered in English.

“Amazing cruise. The staff was diners. The food was delicious hey accommodated my shrimp allergy with no issues. Sang happy birthday to me at the end. It was an amazing beautiful Time. The sunset was breathtaking”

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14.Private Sunset Cruise with Full Greek Dinner

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

This five-hour private catamaran cruise leaves Vlyhada Marina and passes Santorini’s red and white beaches, Indian Rocks, the lighthouse, caldera and volcano. You can swim at the hot springs and Mesa Pigadia, then eat a freshly prepared Greek BBQ as the sun sets. Hotel pickup, drinks, towels and snorkel gear are included. Crew members named on the trip include Captain Makis and host Manos.

“Absolutely brilliant ride and friendly staff. It was a worthwhile experience. The boat was clean and comfortable. We had a good experience”

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15.Motor Yacht Sunset Cruise with 5-Course Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 35 reviews · from $80

From Vlihada, a motor yacht follows Santorini’s cliffs and volcanic caldera, with swimming stops at the volcano and Mesa Pigadia. Expect about five hours aboard, a five-course meal, drinks, hotel transfers, and no more than 14 people. Crew member Spyros has been praised for explaining the sights, though crew assignments can vary.

“Very nice experience! Everything was great: - delicious food and drinks - nice and professional staff - pleasant atmosphere - amazing sunset. Highly recommended!”

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