Santorini Caldera Gold Day Cruise with BBQ on board and Open Bar
Description
The Day Cruise begins from the port of Vlychada at the Southern part of Santorini. We sail close to the Red and the White beach, with our first stop ashore the Black Mountain for a swim! Put your goggles on! We carry on our sailing adventure pass the Venetian Light house in Akrotiri, entering the majestic Caldera of Santorini! “Keep your ear to the ground”, as the guided part of the cruise begins…! Keep your eyes open and admire the volcanic area, where the spectacular soil horizon colours at the cliffs of the Caldera will simply amaze you! While heading towards the Hot Springs, let the energy of the Volcano and the spirit of the island shake you up! Next stop is Thirassia island, a fishermen’s island, ideal for swimming and snorkelling. The cruise ends in one of the most amazing spots in Santorini, the old harbour of Ammoudi. In Oia. (Shhh…there might be some spare time for a pit-stop at Agios Nikolaos before disembarkation...!)
Tour Options
Itinerary
The morning cruise starts from the port of Vlychada
Swim and take some photos close to the Red beach. It is located close to the Village of Akrotiri and is one of the most scenic and famous beaches in Santorini. Its impressive colour is due to the minerals and iron soil.
White beach is one of the most private beaches in Santorini, accessible only by boat. It will impress you with its crystal blue waters and white rocks.
Sail past the 19th-century venetian Lighthouse in Akrotiri is standing on the edge of the high cliff. It is considered one of the best and most beautiful lighthouses in Cyclades and one of the oldest in Greece.
Sail past the rocky Black Mountain and the Indian Rock
We sail around the Volcano
Swim and snorkel at the hot springs of the Volcano, the warm sulphurous waters are known for their therapeutic benefits.
Sail past the Plea Kameni
Swim/ snorkel at Tirassia, a fishermen's island close to Oia and enjoy a delicious lunch prepared on board
The cruise will end in one of the most beautiful places in Santorini, the picturesque Ammoudi bay in Oia
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up with luxury mini bus from your hotel or the closest accessible meeting point We will contact you 24h prior to the cruise to define the time
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at the time of booking
- Passport/ID (a copy/photo) is required for all passengers during embarkation
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Reviews(175)
we went on “S/Y Atlantis” and it was without a doubt an experience we would repeat. From the very beginning until the end staff were nothing but helpful and nice to us. We had a lovely afternoon, including a delicious BBQ. We topped it off watching the sunset hearing some Spanish music of our choice. I would highlight how they where always explaining and teaching us about the island as the tour went on, we had fun and learned a lot about Santorini! Thank you for the experience and a special thank you to the wonderful staff.
Best cruise and service ever. They pick you up from the hotel. Tailor the cruise for you and prepare an excellent lunch on the way.
We had an absolutely amazing time on the Caldera catamaran cruise! ⛵️🌊 Captain Savvins, Maria, and Dimitris were incredible — so welcoming, hospitable, friendly, and so much fun! They made us feel completely at home and made the whole experience unforgettable. The BBQ was delicious, with traditional Greek salads, rice, and plenty of unlimited drinks. Everything was fresh, tasty, and beautifully prepared. There were 9 of us in the group, and we all had such a wonderful time. The atmosphere, the views, the food, and especially the amazing crew made this one of the highlights of our trip. Highly recommend this cruise to anyone looking for a fun, relaxing, and unforgettable day on the water! 🇬🇷❤️ all the best to the beautiful crew. Frank & Maria
Dear Frank & Maria, Thank you so much for such a heart-warming and glowing review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that your catamaran cruise was one of the highlights of your trip. Captain Savvas, Maria, and Dimitris will be so touched to read your kind words—they take immense pride in making every guest feel at home, and knowing that your group of 9 had such a fun, memorable time means everything to them! We're also glad you enjoyed the fresh Greek BBQ, salads, and drinks on board. Thank you for choosing Caldera Yachting and for your high recommendation. We send our warmest wishes back to you both, and we hope to welcome you all on board again in the future!
Booked through the hotel in Santorini.
Thank you for your 5 star review! We hope welcome you on board again in the future.
Excellent PANORAMA catamaran and its crew very friendly and familiar treatment!. The food was very delicious! The experience was excellent and without a doubt if you are around here it is highly recommended that you live it!! Live your LIFE !!!
¡Muchas gracias por sus amables palabras! Nos alegra saber que disfrutó del catamarán Panorama, de la atención de nuestra tripulación y de la comida. Agradecemos mucho su recomendación. ¡Que siga disfrutando de grandes aventuras!
Very sympathetic crew, nice sailing and very good food! Also very caring for the children.
Hartelijk dank voor uw mooie review! We zijn blij dat u heeft genoten van de cruise, het eten en de zorg van onze bemanning, vooral voor de kinderen. Fijn dat u zo'n mooie ervaring met ons heeft gehad!
Another fantastic trip with this amazing company.From start to finish my daughter and myself had a wonderful time with memories made .Staff/food drinks excellent would highly recommend.thank you to all
Thank you for sailing with us and for taking the time to share your feedback. It was a pleasure to welcome you and your daughter back, and we're so pleased you enjoyed another wonderful day on the water. We'll be sure to pass your kind words on to the crew—they'll be thrilled to know they helped make the experience so special.
Fabulous trip - a great way to see the beauty of Santorini from the sea. Transfers were prompt, crew on the catamaran (Golden Star) were knowledgeable, friendly and went out of their way to ensure we had a great experience. Stop-offs to swim were great, in beautiful waters, which is reflective of the whole itinerary. We had a great group (14), food prepared on board was delicious and plenty of drinks on board. Would highlight recommend this trip, it was a highlight of our holiday.
Thank you for sharing such a wonderful review. We’re so pleased to hear that you enjoyed exploring Santorini from the sea and that the crew, itinerary, and onboard experience made your day so special. It was a pleasure welcoming your group aboard Golden Star, and we’re happy to have been part of a memorable holiday experience.
Great day sightseeing with small group of travellers onboard "Serenity". Food was delicious, beer & wine free flowing. Numerous swimming spots, including "cool" hot springs 😆! Would highly recommend this crew and boat!
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your day aboard Serenity, from the beautiful Caldera views and swimming stops to the food and relaxed atmosphere. We truly appreciate your kind words about our crew and your recommendation!
Although it was a beautiful scenery but the tour is absolutely not worth it. These Catamarans take 8 to 12 people max while we were 16 passengers + staff. The food had no variety and it was super small portion. The desert was smaller than a sample. There was no Bar at all while advertised with open Bar. No hygiene for snorkeling equipments. Everyone used each other's mouth piece in every stop. No towel provided. Carpets were filthy and dirty while we had to remove shoes before boarding. With my experience, please book your private tour. Its definitely cheaper and more interesting.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. We would like to clarify that our records show your reservation was for our Blue Cruise, while this review has been posted under our Gold Cruise listing. These are different cruise experiences with different inclusions, and we wanted to clarify this for future travelers. Our Blue Cruise is advertised with a maximum capacity of 16 guests, and the number of passengers on board was within the published capacity. The cruise also includes unlimited local wine, beer, soft drinks, and water throughout the sailing. Regarding the snorkeling equipment, guest safety and hygiene are very important to us, and our equipment is handled according to our cleaning procedures. We are always reviewing our processes and guest feedback to maintain high standards. We are sorry that the meal and overall experience did not meet your personal expectations. We appreciate all feedback and will continue working to provide enjoyable and memorable sailing experiences for our guests. We wish you all the best in your future travels.
