7 Sunset Cruises in Santorini to Build a Day Around

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

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

Spend about five hours on a shared catamaran sailing Santorini’s caldera, volcanic hot springs, Red Beach, and southern coast. Swim or stay aboard, enjoy a Greek meal with wine, beer, and soft drinks, then watch sunset at sea on the evening option. Pickup and drop-off are included.

“Really well run tour (actually operated by Sunset Oia). Staff were brilliant and caring despite having 2 tours a day every day. Many on our boat didn't do all of the swims - but I would really recommend you do as each is different (look for the fish - feel the pockets of hot water!)”

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2.Volcano and Hot Springs Sunset Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,224 reviews · 8 hours · from $106

Spend eight hours sailing Santorini’s caldera, hiking Nea Kameni with guides such as Tito or Caesar, swimming near sulfur springs, and watching the sunset toward Oia. A buffet of Greek dishes and unlimited local wine is included, but bring proper shoes, dark swimwear, sunscreen, and a towel.

“I wish they would have picked us up at the hotel instead of on the side of the highway it just felt needlessly dangerous when the hotel was 2 min down the road on the same street the car was going anyway..”

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

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

Spend about five hours aboard a catamaran limited to 20 people. Swim at Red Beach and White Beach, visit the volcanic hot springs, enjoy a fresh Greek barbecue with wine and beer, then watch the sunset from the water if you choose the afternoon sailing.

“Amazing! A must do in Santorini. The staff were friendly and professional. The food was Excellent. The views of Santorini from the sea and the sunset are breathtaking !”

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

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

Spend about five hours sailing Santorini’s caldera, with stops at the hot springs, Red Beach, and White Beach. Swim, snorkel, eat a BBQ, and enjoy Santorinian wine, soft drinks, and water. The later cruise may finish with sunset views near Oia. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

“Sunset cruise was great fun. Food was very tasty. Boat facilities were great, very clean, lots of shade. Music was a little loud, difficult to have a conversation with others on board. Great way to enjoy the afternoon and see the Santorini sunset.”

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5.1-Day Boat Trip: Santorini Volcano, Thirassia & Oia Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 608 reviews · 12 hours · from $67Best value

Spend a full day sailing from Athinios to Nea Kameni, hiking an active volcanic crater, swimming near Palea Kameni’s sulfur springs, and visiting Thirassia. After the boat ride, head to Oia for sunset. Guides such as Christos are praised for clear explanations and good humor.

“Everything was perfect. Let people know not to wear silly footwear. Just let people know it’s a long day. But really is brilliant.”

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6.Sunset Cruise with Swim Stops, Dinner, and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 472 reviews · 5 hours · from $132

From Vlychada Beach, sail Santorini’s southern coast with a friendly English-speaking crew such as Danai, Vangelis, and Yannis. Swim at Red Beach and the volcanic hot springs, see White Beach and Black Mountain Beach, enjoy BBQ dinner with local wine and beer, and watch sunset from the Aegean.

“Our hosts were so attentive to our every need and made the experience fantastic”

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7.Romantic Sunset Caldera Cruise with Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 457 reviews · 1 day · from $76

Cruise Santorini’s caldera aboard the King Thiras, with a welcome drink, Greek buffet dinner, volcano views, and a sunset stop. Shared bus transfers connect select hotels with Athinios port. Bring a jacket, confirm your pickup email, and carry cash for the bar.

“Great value, pick up, welcome drink on boat, food and lovely sunset and transport back to collection point! Fab evening we enjoyed very much xx”

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