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The 15 Best Santorini Tours & Day Trips

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The island is only eighteen kilometres end to end, so the choice is about time of day more than distance. These 15 cover the caldera boats, the cellars on the flat south side and the village days, with what each costs and when it leaves.

Santorini Classic Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Drinks and Transfers - BBQ, drinks and a final swim
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Santorini Classic Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Drinks and Transfers

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

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

Cruise Santorini’s coast from Vlychada by catamaran, with photo stops at Red and White beaches, swims at Mesa Pigadia and the sulfurous hot springs, and a final swim near the volcano. Choose a daytime or sunset sailing. Hotel transfers are included, and the BBQ buffet with wine and soft drinks depends on your booking option.

“Overall we enjoyed our dinner cruise. The food was delicious. We had unlimited wine and soft drinks. The views were amazing. We were take to two different places to swim/ snorkel. Just keep in mind at the beginning of the boat ride, it’s a bit rough, so if you get sea sick easily make sure to take medicine. Our tour guide does have travel gum, so it does help with the nausea.”

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Half-Day Exclusive Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with Meal and Open Bar - Open bar, boat comfort, and group size
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Half-Day Exclusive Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with Meal and Open Bar

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

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

Sail from Vlychada Marina on a catamaran capped at 18 people, with hotel pickup, a welcome glass of Prosecco, and an open bar of local wine, beer, and soft drinks. Stop at Red Beach, the volcano hot springs, and Thirassia for swims before a Greek meal onboard. Crew members named on sailings include Giannis, Natalie, Alex, Mika, Kostas, and Bill.

“Amazing tour! Everything from start to finish was absolutely perfect. Captain Giannis, Natalie and Alex were phenomenal and gave us the best experience. Would highly recommend!”

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Santorini Gold Catamaran Cruise with Snorkel, BBQ & Open Bar - Red Beach is your first chance to get in
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Santorini Gold Catamaran Cruise with Snorkel, BBQ & Open Bar

3.Santorini Gold Catamaran Cruise with Snorkel, BBQ & Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,822 reviews · 5 hours · from $117

Sail from Vlychada Marina past Santorini’s red and white beaches, Venetian lighthouse and volcano, with three chances to swim or snorkel. Your English-speaking crew shares island history, serves Greek meze and a barbecue, and pours white wine and soft drinks. Crew names vary by departure; Bill, Mika and Eva have been among the team.

“The best way to experience Oia sunset! Our guide, host and captain were very nice and made everything memorable as possible. I love the vibe the bring during the tour specially the music part. And the food was delicious!”

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Private Santorini Tailor Made - Choice of the Guest! - Wineries, a wine museum, and local beer
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Private Santorini Tailor Made – Choice of the Guest!

4.Private Santorini Tailor Made – Choice of the Guest!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,972 reviews · 3 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $96

Build a private Santorini day around your interests, from Oia’s blue domes and sunset to Megalochori, beaches, Akrotiri, or winery visits. A local driver-guide such as George, Vasilis, or Giannis leads your party in an air-conditioned van, with pickup and drop-off at your hotel, port, or airport. Choose a tour length and adjust stops as you go.

“We thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Giannis (our guide). We (a group of 6 from Ohio, USA) took the Private Santorini Tailor-Made tour, and met Giannis at the top of the Santorini Cable Car. Note: if you are taking this tour while on a cruise, you must get tickets for an early tender to the island. We would have been very late for our tour, except a cruise staff member helped us get on an appropriate tender for our 9:30 tour. And, we were fortunate to be there on a day where only one or two ships visited (and it was easy to get on the cable car). It’s good…”

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Santorini Wine Adventure with 12 Wine Tastings, Tapas and Sunset - Three wineries, with the lineup decided for you
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Santorini Wine Adventure with 12 Wine Tastings, Tapas and Sunset

5.Santorini Wine Adventure with 12 Wine Tastings, Tapas and Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,715 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $181

Tour three Santorini wineries with a local guide, taste 12 wines including Assyrtiko and Vinsanto, and sample local cheese and other snacks. The wineries vary, but Santo Wines is included. Choose the sunset option for a final tasting overlooking the caldera. Guides may include Elena, Angelo, Kristina, or others.

“Three wineries and twelve wine tastings, accompanied by plenty of snacks, as promised. Kristina provided some valuable insights into the unique wine production processes and challenges of Santorini. Clearly knowledgeable in wine production, but with added humour and fun. Also takes a great photo of the tour guests at teh various venues. Comfortable transport.”

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Santorini Catamaran Cruise with Greek Meal, Open-Bar and Sunset - Red Beach and the southern coast
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Santorini Catamaran Cruise with Greek Meal, Open-Bar and Sunset

6.Santorini Catamaran Cruise with Greek Meal, Open-Bar and Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,694 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $181

Spend about five hours on a shared catamaran cruise along Santorini’s coast, with hotel pickup, two swimming stops, snorkel masks, towels, a Greek meal and drinks. Choose a morning or sunset departure. Luxury options add a longer route past Oia and Ammoudi Bay; the boat views those places from the water, not on foot.

“The onboard lunch has more options than advertised. Once you board, they ask if anyone has allergies and they accommodate your needs. The cheese for the salad is on the side, they made a gluten free pasta for a passenger with an allergy, and they gave you the option between pork or chicken.”

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From Heraklion/Crete: Santorini Island Guided Day Trip - Oia: caldera views and narrow lanes
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From Heraklion/Crete: Santorini Island Guided Day Trip

7.Santorini Island Guided Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,448 reviews · 9 - 14 hours · from $200

Take a high-speed ferry from Heraklion to Santorini, then travel by air-conditioned coach to Oia and Fira. A local guide shares island history and practical tips, while you explore both towns at your own pace. You can also buy a ticket for an optional wooden-boat cruise to the volcano and hot springs, weather permitting.

“Really well organised transfers from hotel to port. Ferry crossing was seamless and coach connections really good. Our guide was fantastic, both throughout the transfers and ahead of the visits to Oia and Fira with some great tips on the best way to get the most out of our time there.”

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Santorini Caldera Cruise Tour (Volcano, Hot Springs, Thirassia) - The boat ride is part of the day
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Santorini Caldera Cruise Tour (Volcano, Hot Springs, Thirassia)

8.Santorini Caldera Cruise Tour (Volcano, Hot Springs, Thirassia)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,302 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $42

This six-hour cruise from Santorini’s Old Port visits Nea Kameni’s volcanic trails, Palea Kameni’s warm sulfur springs, and Thirassia, where you have time to explore or eat. A tour escort provides commentary, and foam noodles help in the water. Hotel pickup costs extra. Bring swimwear, a towel, water, and sturdy shoes.

“it is a really fun experience and you can see a lot for a fair price. we saw the volcano, we swam in the hot springs and we visited the island thirassia.”

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Santorini Wine Stories: Sunset Tour with Tasting & Dinner - Wine tasting that works for beginners, too
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Santorini Wine Stories: Sunset Tour with Tasting & Dinner

9.Santorini Wine Stories: Sunset Tour with Tasting & Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,285 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $209

Visit three traditional Santorini wineries with a sommelier-guide, taste 10 local wines including Assyrtiko and Vinsanto, and enjoy dinner with wine pairings. Round-trip pickup is included. The tour starts at 4:00 pm, lasts about five hours, and has space for up to eight people. Guides have included Nicholas, Constantine, and Rafael.

“Sunset Tours organised an excellent tour. Constantino our guide & sommelier was kind, helpful, articulate and very knowledgeable of the region, the wines and happy to answer any questions. Our tour was vibrant and happy through his expertise. Well done Constantino - you made our day so enjoyable.”

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Santorini Volcano and Hot Springs Cruise Tour from Fira Old Port - Palea Kameni: a swim, not a spa visit
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Santorini Volcano and Hot Springs Cruise Tour from Fira Old Port

10.Santorini Volcano and Hot Springs Cruise Tour from Fira Old Port

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,214 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $36Best value

From Fira’s Old Port, take a three-hour boat trip to Nea Kameni for a guided volcanic hike and caldera views, then swim about 30 to 40 meters to Palea Kameni’s warm, sulfur-rich springs. Foam noodles are provided, but you’ll need swimwear, a towel, sturdy shoes, water, and confidence in the sea.

“We had a short time but wanted some time on the water. This 3-hour sail met our needs perfectly. The sail, hike and swim were a great experience.”

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Santorini Sunset Luxury Sailing Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, drinks, transfer - Red Beach: a striking first swim
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Santorini Sunset Luxury Sailing Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, drinks, transfer

11.Santorini Sunset Luxury Sailing Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, drinks, transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,170 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $133

Spend about five hours sailing Santorini aboard a catamaran for up to 20 people. Swim and snorkel near Red and White beaches, visit the volcanic hot springs, and enjoy a freshly prepared Greek barbecue with drinks. Choose the afternoon sailing to watch sunset from the water. Hotel transfers, towels, and snorkeling gear are included.

“The entire crew was incredible. This is an amazing way to see Santorini from a different perspective. Nichole was amazing, and prepared an outstanding meal for all of us on board”

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Santorini Day Tour with Sunset in Oia - Pyrgos views and the winery visit
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Santorini Day Tour with Sunset in Oia

12.Santorini Day Tour with Sunset in Oia

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,130 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $71

Spend about 10 hours crossing Santorini by air-conditioned bus, from the prehistoric ruins of Akrotiri to Emporio’s medieval lanes, Perissa’s black-sand shore and a local winery. The day ends with free time in Oia for sunset. A guide leads the main stops, but you’ll need to budget extra for Akrotiri’s €20 entry and bring a clear plan for your pickup and return points.

“Very nice day they pick up in time the lady explain everything about the tour top 100% Very recommended 👌👌👌”

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Sunset Sailing Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with BBQ and Drinks - Red Beach and the old lighthouse
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Sunset Sailing Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with BBQ and Drinks

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

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

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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Luxury Small-Group Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open bar & Transfer - Palea Kameni: a hot spring with an open-water approach
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Luxury Small-Group Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open bar & Transfer

14.Luxury Small-Group Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open bar & Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,047 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $169

Spend about five hours sailing from Ammoudi Bay or Vlychada, with views of the caldera, volcanic islands and Santorini’s colorful beaches. You’ll swim at Palea Kameni and Mesa Pigadia, then enjoy an onboard buffet and local drinks. Hotel transfers are included, and the group is capped at 20. Crew members have included Captain Leo, Heleni and Louis.

“This was one of the best excursions I’ve ever done. Our captain and crew were fantastic, the scenery was phenomenal and the food was delicious! 5 star treatment!”

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Santorini Horse Riding to Black Sandy Beach - Reaching the black beach of Eros
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Santorini Horse Riding to Black Sandy Beach

15.Santorini Horse Riding to Black Sandy Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,010 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $102

From Efippos near Vlychada, ride with a guide through Santorini’s volcanic terrain to the black beach of Eros, where horses walk along the shore and into the water. Barbara, Manos and other family-run staff provide basic instruction, helmets and half-chaps, then take photos on your device. The group is capped at six.

“The ranchers are experienced and love their animals. The horses are great and gentle. Great time riding with them. A beach ride was a first for me.”

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