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The 15 Best Island Hopping Boat Trips in the World

25 tours  ·  from $29 a head

The number of islands matters less than the time ashore. These 15 say how long the boat stops at each, whether lunch happens aboard or on a beach, and which archipelagos are worth the whole day.

Santorini: Volcanic Islands Cruise with Hot Springs Visit - Sailing beneath Santorini’s caldera cliffs
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Santorini: Volcanic Islands Cruise with Hot Springs Visit

1.Volcanic Islands Cruise with Hot Springs Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 10,869 reviews · 3 - 10 hours · from $29Our pick

You’ll sail from Athinios Port on a traditional wooden boat, hike Nea Kameni, jump into the Aegean near Palea Kameni’s sulfur springs, and swim near Thirassia. Add the Oia option for 2 to 3 hours of village time and sunset views. Bring sturdy shoes, water, and a dark swimsuit.

“The hot springs were amazing experience!! For what this tour is, it was exactly what it says on the tin - not much of a changing opportunity though so make sure you wear swimwear to the tour if you are going to go swimming..!”

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Stockholm: City Archipelago Sightseeing Cruise with Guide - Choosing between 1.5, 2.5, and 3 hours
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Stockholm: City Archipelago Sightseeing Cruise with Guide

2.City Archipelago Sightseeing Cruise with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 10,798 reviews · 1.5 - 3 hours · from $41

See Stockholm from a classic archipelago ship as a live guide explains the islands, landmarks, and local history in English and Swedish. Choose 1.5, 2.5, or 3 hours, find a seat inside or outside, and buy drinks and snacks from the onboard café.

“Beautiful views and gorgeous boat to ride on, the boat made it an even more amazing experience. Plus it was nice to get out of the chilly weather for a moment inside. 10/10, would recommend this experience!”

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Full-Day Dubrovnik Elaphite Islands Cruise with Lunch and Drinks - Lopud: beach, gardens, and island history
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Full-Day Dubrovnik Elaphite Islands Cruise with Lunch and Drinks

3.Day Dubrovnik Elaphite Islands Cruise with Lunch and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8,823 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $78Top rated

Spend about eight hours cruising from Dubrovnik to three Elaphite Islands. You’ll have free time on Lopud, Sipan, and Kolocep, plus lunch, wine, brandy, soft drinks, and water. Crew members such as Emily and Darko are noted for attentive service, while the optional Blue Cave speedboat trip adds another excursion.

“The scenery is beautiful and the boat ride very nice. At each island, you are on your own to wander and shop or go to a beach. In effect, your tour cost is to take you from island to island. Our boat host (Emily), was very friendly and provided information for each island.”

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Blue Lagoon & 3 Islands Cruise with Lunch from Split - Krknjaši Bay and the Blue Lagoon
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Blue Lagoon & 3 Islands Cruise with Lunch from Split

4.Blue Lagoon & 3 Islands Cruise with Lunch from Split

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,756 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $78

Spend eight hours cruising from Split to Čiovo, the Blue Lagoon, and Maslinica on Šolta. Swim, snorkel, eat lunch onboard, and enjoy wine while guides such as Nana keep the day moving. Expect a large boat, open-sea views, and a route that may change with weather.

“We enjoyed this day and Nana our guide was great. The food was good and drinks were available throughout. However, we didn’t visit the sunken boat (because of the weather) - we went to a different swim place instead. And although we did visit the blue lagoon we didn’t feel like we really saw it because the boat anchored so far away ( maybe because of the size of the boat?). We enjoyed the stop at Solta.”

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From Sardinia: La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Boat Tour - Boarding from Palau or La Maddalena
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From Sardinia: La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Boat Tour

5.La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4,980 reviews · 6 - 7 hours · from $59

Join a 6 to 7 hour boat trip from Palau or La Maddalena with multilingual guide Claudia and a helpful crew. Swim at Budelli, Santa Maria, and Cala Granara, see Spiaggia Rosa from the water, buy lunch onboard, and explore La Maddalena before returning.

“we saw so many beautiful beaches, swam 3-4 times and still were able to spend a hour in Maddalena. Our guide was so gifted! 4 languages?!? We brought our own snacks but food and drink were available. Such a great easy way to see the incredible area of Palau and the surrounding archipelago!!”

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Dubrovnik: Elaphite Island Cruise w/ Drinks & Optional Lunch - Finding RITA at the Dubrovnik pier
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Dubrovnik: Elaphite Island Cruise w/ Drinks & Optional Lunch

6.Elaphite Island Cruise w/ Drinks & Optional Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,517 reviews · 8 hours · from $50

Spend eight hours aboard the boat RITA, visiting Lopud, Šipan, and Koločep from Dubrovnik. You get drinks, free time for swimming and walks, and an optional fish, chicken, or vegetarian lunch. Guides such as Azhar and Nikoleta have been praised for their friendly help, though the guide may vary.

“Met a lot of great people during this tour. The first island was favorite . Great way to get away from the city.”

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Gananoque: 1000 Islands Cruise & Optional Boldt Castle Entry - The five-hour cruise and Heart Island stop
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Gananoque: 1000 Islands Cruise & Optional Boldt Castle Entry

7.1000 Islands Cruise & Optional Boldt Castle Entry

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,453 reviews · 1 - 5 hours · from $30

Sail from Gananoque through the 1000 Islands on a one, three, or five-hour cruise with English and French audio commentary. Choose the five-hour trip for a stop at Heart Island and self-guided Boldt Castle admission. Bring your passport, since the castle is in the United States.

“Absolutely fabulous time, my friends and I will likely do another cruise next year”

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Mallorca: Island Tour with Boat, Tram & Train from the South - Morning pickup and the ride toward Lluc
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Mallorca: Island Tour with Boat, Tram & Train from the South

8.Island Tour with Boat, Tram & Train from the South

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,888 reviews · 8 hours · from $117

See Mallorca’s Tramuntana range by air-conditioned bus, wooden train, historic tram, and boat. From southern resorts, visit Lluc, Sa Calobra, Sóller, and the Torrent de Pareis with multilingual guides such as Sebastian, Juan, or Xavi. Expect a full day of mountain roads, sea views, and carefully timed connections.

“Thanks to our guide Sebastian, we had a really good time, totally worth the money especially in a sunny weather. All stops were well organised and scenary was just amazing. Thanks for all.”

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Circle Line: 2.5hr - Complete Manhattan Island Cruise - Hudson River views and the first skyline sweep
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Circle Line: 2.5hr – Complete Manhattan Island Cruise

9.2.5hr – Complete Manhattan Island Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,488 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $34

Circle Line’s 2.5-hour cruise circles Manhattan by way of the Hudson and East rivers, passing more than 130 landmarks. Expect live English commentary from guides such as Alexis, Postcard Tim, and Jerry, with outdoor decks, indoor seating, snacks for purchase, and a free multilingual app.

“Great way to learn about the City...Amazing views!!! Highly recommend. If you've never been to NYC and/or haven't had a chance to see all of the cities sights definitely take this Tour”

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Stockholm: Archipelago Boat Tour - Finding the boat beside the Gustav III Statue
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Stockholm: Archipelago Boat Tour

10.Archipelago Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,110 reviews · 2 hours · from $39

Spend two hours cruising from Skeppsbron through Stockholm’s island world. An English-speaking guide shares stories about Swedish history, royal life, local traditions, and the boat. Expect views of Djurgården Canal, Fjäderholmarna, Stora Höggarn, and Tegelön, with indoor and outdoor seating.

“The tour was fantastic! We enjoyed it very much. The views were astonishing and the guide was funny and very informative. Highly recommend.”

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Sardinia: La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Trip by Boat - La Maddalena town gives the day a useful change of pace
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Sardinia: La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Trip by Boat

11.La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Trip by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,710 reviews · 6 - 7 hours · from $59

Spend 6 to 7 hours aboard an updated Elena Tour boat, visiting La Maddalena, Spargi, Budelli, and Santa Maria. Swim at Cala Corsara, explore La Maddalena town, and use the onboard bar for pasta, snacks, and Sardinian products. Guides speak English, French, and Italian.

“Everything fine and good - comfortable and nice trip.”

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From Venice: Murano and Burano Half-Day Island Tour by Boat - The boat ride across the Venetian lagoon
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From Venice: Murano and Burano Half-Day Island Tour by Boat

12.Murano and Burano Half-Day Island Tour by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,489 reviews · 3 - 9.5 hours · from $34

Travel by boat from Venice to Murano and Burano with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide. Watch a glassblowing demonstration, see traditional lace-making, and enjoy free time among Burano’s colorful houses. Guides such as Flavia, Claudia, and Nicole are praised for clear explanations and practical tips.

“A very good value for the money. We really enjoyed Burano including the brief intro to lace making, the shops and cafes. While Murano glass is gorgeous, too much time was allocated to visiting just one high end glass shop.”

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From Palau: La Maddalena Archipelago Day Tour by Boat - Spargi and Cala Corsara: the strongest first stop
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From Palau: La Maddalena Archipelago Day Tour by Boat

13.La Maddalena Archipelago Day Tour by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 2,291 reviews · 7 hours · from $59

Spend seven hours aboard Motonave Petagus exploring the La Maddalena Archipelago from Palau. Swim at Cala Corsara and Budelli’s Natural Pools, photograph Rosa Beach, and stroll La Maddalena’s harbor town. An English- and Italian-speaking guide adds context, while lunch and drinks are available to buy onboard.

“Very nice boat trip with focus on swimming and fun, not a boring long boat ride along the coast as some trips are :) The day went by so quickly we couldn't believe 8 hours have passed.”

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Split: Blue Lagoon and 3 Island Cruise with Food and Drinks - Finding the boat at Split’s Riva
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Split: Blue Lagoon and 3 Island Cruise with Food and Drinks

14.Blue Lagoon and 3 Island Cruise with Food and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,969 reviews · 8 hours · from $81

Spend about eight hours cruising from Split to Šolta, the Blue Lagoon, and Čiovo. You get breakfast donuts, a burger lunch, unlimited water, lemonade, and wine, plus swim stops, snorkeling gear, sunbeds, WiFi, and a beach-bar visit. English-speaking crew members Bepo, Mario, and Ivana have earned special praise.

“I booked this activity as a solo traveller and had such a fun time! The crew were very friendly and kind and the stops included on the tour were gorgeous. We had plenty of time to swim at each location and had time to dock at the final location for a swim and a drink at the beach bar. The music on board was so good and the food was great too. I would definitely book to do this again.”

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La Graciosa: Island Cruise with Lunch and Water Activities - Nearly four hours around La Graciosa
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La Graciosa: Island Cruise with Lunch and Water Activities

15.Island Cruise with Lunch and Water Activities

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,767 reviews · 6 hours · from $75

Travel from Lanzarote to La Graciosa, explore Caleta de Sebo, then spend nearly four hours on a catamaran near French Beach. You get a welcome mojito, fresh paella, unlimited drinks, live commentary, kayaking, swimming, and time to relax in the marine reserve.

“The La Graciosa cruise was absolutely amazing! The views were breathtaking, the crew was friendly and attentive, and the whole experience felt relaxing and well-organised. I loved exploring the island and enjoying the crystal-clear waters. Highly recommend to anyone visiting Lanzarote”

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