



by Spiridakos Sailing Cruises
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€280This luxury small-group catamaran cruise lasts five hours and departs from either Ammoudi Bay or Vlychada Marina in Santorini, Greece. The catamaran sails along the island’s coast, passing landmarks such as Red Beach, White Beach, Indian Rocks, and the Venetian Lighthouse of Akrotiri. The route includes views of Thirasia Island and the Santorini Volcano (Nea Kameni). There are three stops for swimming and snorkeling: the warm sulfurous waters of Palea Kameni’s Hot Springs, White Beach, and a quiet cove at Mesa Pigadia Beach. At Mesa Pigadia, the crew prepares a buffet-style BBQ lunch on board, featuring traditional Greek appetizers, local white wine, and other beverages. An open bar with carbonated and alcoholic drinks is available throughout the cruise. Towels and snorkeling equipment are provided for guests’ use. The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off by air-conditioned minivan. The cruise concludes back at the original departure point, either Ammoudi Bay or Vlychada Marina.
Amoudi Bay
The cruise departs from Ammoudi Bay, located below Oia, or alternatively from the Port of Vlychada.
Thirasia
The boat sails past Thirasia Island, offering views of the caldera at sea level and the traditional taverns and historic harbor buildings in Korfos Bay.
Palea Kameni
The boat stops at the Hot Springs on Palea Kameni, Santorini’s old volcano. Guests can swim about 100 meters in open water to reach the warm sulfurous waters, which vary in temperature by season. This natural spa area is popular and may have other boats nearby. Passengers are not dropped off on land.
30 min
Lighthouse
The cruise continues past Indian Rocks, near volcanic caves and distinctive rock formations typical of the Aegean Sea.
Mesa Pigadia Beach
The boat anchors at a quiet cove for swimming and snorkeling away from crowded beaches. While guests enjoy the water, the crew prepares a buffet-style meal with traditional Greek dishes and appetizers, paired with local white wine and beverages. Passengers remain on board during the stop.
60 min
Red Beach
The boat passes the Red Beach, known for its red-colored soil rich in minerals and iron, offering a good photo opportunity.
White Beach
White Beach is visible only by boat. The cruise slows down for photos and recommends swimming and snorkeling in its clear blue waters with abundant reefs.
Vlychada
The cruise ends at either the Port of Vlychada or Ammoudi Bay, depending on the chosen departure point.
Santorini Volcano
The boat passes Nea Kameni Island, Santorini’s active volcano. The guide provides information about Santorini’s volcanic history and the major eruption, with photo stops during this unique part of the trip.
Vlychada Marina, direct meet up at least 30 minutes before the start of the cruise, nexto to the ATM.
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End point
Vlychada Marina, direct meet up at least 30 minutes before the start of the cruise, nexto to the ATM.




by Spiridakos Sailing Cruises
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€280This luxury small-group catamaran cruise lasts five hours and departs from either Ammoudi Bay or Vlychada Marina in Santorini, Greece. The catamaran sails along the island’s coast, passing landmarks such as Red Beach, White Beach, Indian Rocks, and the Venetian Lighthouse of Akrotiri. The route includes views of Thirasia Island and the Santorini Volcano (Nea Kameni). There are three stops for swimming and snorkeling: the warm sulfurous waters of Palea Kameni’s Hot Springs, White Beach, and a quiet cove at Mesa Pigadia Beach. At Mesa Pigadia, the crew prepares a buffet-style BBQ lunch on board, featuring traditional Greek appetizers, local white wine, and other beverages. An open bar with carbonated and alcoholic drinks is available throughout the cruise. Towels and snorkeling equipment are provided for guests’ use. The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off by air-conditioned minivan. The cruise concludes back at the original departure point, either Ammoudi Bay or Vlychada Marina.
Amoudi Bay
The cruise departs from Ammoudi Bay, located below Oia, or alternatively from the Port of Vlychada.
Thirasia
The boat sails past Thirasia Island, offering views of the caldera at sea level and the traditional taverns and historic harbor buildings in Korfos Bay.
Palea Kameni
The boat stops at the Hot Springs on Palea Kameni, Santorini’s old volcano. Guests can swim about 100 meters in open water to reach the warm sulfurous waters, which vary in temperature by season. This natural spa area is popular and may have other boats nearby. Passengers are not dropped off on land.
30 min
Lighthouse
The cruise continues past Indian Rocks, near volcanic caves and distinctive rock formations typical of the Aegean Sea.
Mesa Pigadia Beach
The boat anchors at a quiet cove for swimming and snorkeling away from crowded beaches. While guests enjoy the water, the crew prepares a buffet-style meal with traditional Greek dishes and appetizers, paired with local white wine and beverages. Passengers remain on board during the stop.
60 min
Red Beach
The boat passes the Red Beach, known for its red-colored soil rich in minerals and iron, offering a good photo opportunity.
White Beach
White Beach is visible only by boat. The cruise slows down for photos and recommends swimming and snorkeling in its clear blue waters with abundant reefs.
Vlychada
The cruise ends at either the Port of Vlychada or Ammoudi Bay, depending on the chosen departure point.
Santorini Volcano
The boat passes Nea Kameni Island, Santorini’s active volcano. The guide provides information about Santorini’s volcanic history and the major eruption, with photo stops during this unique part of the trip.
Vlychada Marina, direct meet up at least 30 minutes before the start of the cruise, nexto to the ATM.
,
End point
Vlychada Marina, direct meet up at least 30 minutes before the start of the cruise, nexto to the ATM.