Board a luxury catamaran yacht and cruise along the caldera cliffs of Santorini for a top-notch experience on the water, cruising towards the Red and White beaches, trying your hand at swimming at the warm springs of the volcano, and enjoying a full Greek meal with drinks prepared on board.
Take in stunning views of the caldera as you glide through the shimmering waters of the Aegean Sea.
Cruise towards the Red Beach and White or Mesa Pigadia beaches and swim at the warm volcanic springs where parts of the water are warmer due to the volcanic activity that exists for centuries on the island.
A delicious fresh meal including BBQ chicken, pan-fried fish fillets, shrimp, pasta with tomato and basil, and complimentary Greek wine, beer, and sodas provide the finishing touches, at a secluded bay of the Santorini lagoon.
Numbers are limited to a maximum of 18 guests plus crew, ensuring a relaxing and comfortable experience.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Grilled chicken BBQ
✔ Coke and Diet Coke
✔ Optional use of regular Snorkel Mask (provided by the crew, free of charge)
✔ Free Hotel Pickup and Drop-off (meeting point at the port is possible, upon prior communication)
✔ Full Greek Meal served on-board the catamaran
✔ Music available on boat
✔ Snacks
✔ Mineral Water
✔ Professional Greek skipper and sailors/crew
✔ Greek Fish fillets (light fried) or Greek Sea Food/Shrimp Pasta
✔ Beach Towels (1 per person)
✔ Complimentary drinks (white wine, Greek beer, sodas and water)
✔ WC - Changing Room available on the boat
✔ Greek Pasta with tomato sauce and basil (Vegetarian)
✔ Beach Towels / Restrooms / Changing room
✖ Gratuities (Optional)
Pickup Locations
1. NOUS Santorini
2. Santo Mangata Boutique Hotel By CHC Group
3. Amaria Beach Resort
4. Alleys Boutique & Spa Hotel
5. Art Maisons Oia Castle
6. La Maltese Private House
7. Erosantorini Estate
8. Fira
9. La Maltese Buddha Bar Beach
10. Cosmopolitan Suites
11. Thealos Santorini
12. Ifestau 4
13. Apikia Santorini
14. Sun Rocks Hotel & Suites
15. Marton Perissa
16. Sea View Studios
17. Magma Resort Santorini
18. Hotel Santorini
19. Villa Livadaros
20. Domes Novos Santorini
Additional Info: Hotel Pickup and Drop-off are included complimentary on this tour, from all accommodations and hotels throughout Santorini.
In case your accommodation is not accessible by van/bus, the meeting point for your pickup will be set at a main accessible location within walking distance from your accommodation.
The tour operator of this trip operates with multiple boats departing at the same time. If you are travelling with friends/family, and you would like to travel with them on the same boat, please contact the tour operator at least 24 hours prior to departure, after purchasing your ticket.
Difference between the Luxury Sunset Cruise and Classic Sunset Cruise Options:
The main difference between the luxury sunset cruise and the classic sunset cruise tour option is that the luxury sunset cruise finishes at the Ammoudi Pier while the classic sunset cruise departs and returns at the marina of Vlychada(south part). By choosing the luxury sunset cruise tour option you will be practically sailing on a longer route and maximizing your sightseeing opportunities. Swimming is included in all sunset cruises, there will be 2 swimming stops performed for 20-30 minutes each. - weather allowed. Both the luxury and the classic sunset cruise are a mix of sightseeing and swimming, a 60-70% of sightseeing and 30-40% of swimming. Both sunset cruises are relaxing, and fun and you will be enjoying a Greek meal served "family style" including drinks such as white wine, beer and sodas.
Difference between the Luxury Morning Cruise and the Classic Morning Cruise:
The main difference between the luxury morning cruise and the classic morning cruise is that the luxury morning cruise starts from the Ammoudi Pier of Oia Town while the classic morning cruise departs and returns at the marina of Vlychada(south part). By choosing the luxury morning cruise tour option you will be practically sailing on a longer route and maximising your sightseeing opportunities. Swimming is included in all morning cruises, there will be 2 swimming stops performed for 20-30 minutes each. Both the luxury and the classic morning cruise are a mix of sightseeing and swimming, a 60-70% of sightseeing and a 30-40% of swimming. Both morning cruises are relaxing, and fun and you will be enjoying a Greek meal served "family style" including drinks such as white wine, beer, or sodas.
Itinerary
1
Santorini Volcano
Sail towards one of the oldest active volcano's in history, the complex of Palea and Nea Kameni volcanic islands of Santorini.
2
Palea Kameni
Sail towards one of the oldest active volcano's in history, the complex of Palea and Nea Kameni volcanic islands of Santorini.
3
Nea Kameni
Sail towards one of the oldest active volcano's in history, the complex of Palea and Nea Kameni volcanic islands of Santorini.
4
Hot Springs
Opportunity to enjoy a 20-minute swimming stop/bath at the bay of the Palea Kameni volcano, where parts of the sulfurous water are warmer due to the volcanic activity.
Duration: 30 minutes
5
Akrotiri
Sail past the lighthouse of Santorini at the south end of the island, watch the amazing rims of the caldera, and houses hanging in the cliffs, from the water.
6
White Beach
Sail next the White and Mesa Pigadia Beaches, on the South Coast of Santorini
7
Red Beach
Enjoy a 30-minute swimming stop at the Red Beach of Santorini (the vessel anchors in deep waters, off the coast)
Duration: 30 minutes
8
Oia
(ONLY In Luxury Morning and Luxury Sunset Tour Options) As the yacht sails under the town of Oia, you realize that the experience of seeing the town of Oia in Santorini, Greece from the water is one that you won't soon forget. The combination of the stunning scenery, the sound of the sea, and the graceful movements of the yacht all come together to create a moment of pure beauty and tranquillity. (ONLY In Luxury Morning and Luxury Sunset Tour Options). Please note that the boat sails in deep waters, our passengers do not get off the boat to visit-walk in the actual town of Oia.
9
Amoudi Bay
(ONLY In Luxury Morning and Luxury Sunset Tour Options) See the small, picturesque fishing village of Ammoudi nestled at the base of the cliffs, with its white-washed buildings and colorful fishing boats. Once on the shore again, the passengers are greeted by the sights and smells of the fishing village filled with romantic Greek seafood restaurants. (ONLY In Luxury Morning and Luxury Sunset Tour Options)
Additional info
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please bring a dark-colored bathing suit and sun screen. Towels are provided on board the catamaran.
• The vegetarian dishes that are available on board are Greek pasta with tomato sauce and basil, Greek salad, vegetarian spreads, and bread. Please see the full food menu on the inclusions section. The food menu is fixed, you may eat wherever is appropriate for you from the available options. Upgrades or alterations of the fixed food menu are not offered in this tour.
• Hotel pick-ups will be done to the closest accessible areas; parts of Santorini are in a slope and can't be accessed by vehicles
• Please note that alcoholic drinks such as wine and beer are being offered complimentary from the crew while on board under a moderate consumption and within alcohol safety limits scheme, of up to 3 beers or wine glasses per person. Sodas and water can have unlimited refills.
• This is a small group(shared) catamaran tour that can accommodate up to 18 people total on board plus crew members. The tour operator operates multiple boats departing the same time. If you are traveling with friends/family, and you would like to travel on the same boat, please contact the tour operator at least 24 hours prior to departure.
• The catamaran vessel that is used on this tour is motor-powered and wind-powered(sails). Its sails might or might not be used/opened, subject to weather conditions and captain’s judgement. This is a gentle note for guests that are opting for a pure sailing experience on board a non-motorized sailing boat.
• The alcoholic drinks served on board are only white wine and lager Greek beer.
• Please wear only dark-colored or black swimming suits, as the sulfurous waters on the Palea Kameni volcano (warm springs) may alter the color of your swimming suit.
• The size of the catamaran vessel used for this trip varies from 42 to 46 feet.
• The tour operator reserves the right to sub-charter additional vessels / resources / local operators for this trip, whereas the exact same offerings , size, and itinerary / stops will be applied/included, as advertised.
• The ports (Vlychada marina or Ammoudi Bay) where this small-group catamaran cruise departs may be a 30-60 min drive from your Hotel, depending its location. The sailing cruise shuttle van may stop at various local hotels to pick up and drop off other guests along the way.
• Depending weather conditions the final itinerary may differ from the original in a continues effort to offer the best possible service / experience at sea to all of our guests, and within safety limits first.
• The tour operator reserves the right to change departure or return ports based on weather conditions and port authority instructions.
