Santorini Half Day MotorCruiser Private Cruise incl. Meal,Drinks &Free Transport

Explore Santorini’s beauty on a private luxury motorcruiser. Enjoy a meal, drinks, and stunning views. Customize your unforgettable adventure today.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Vlichada - Our cruises begin at Vlihada Port, located in the southern part of Santorini. Accessible only by car or taxi, it takes about 15 minutes to reach from Fira. The port and marina are bustling with yachts, sailing, and fishing boats. Vlihada is also a beach with a gentle slope. As you approach, you’ll notice two large chimneys—one directly behind the beach and one nearby. Don’t worry, the factory is no longer in use, and the brick structures are quite charming. The beach itself is long and covered with dark grey sand, typical of Santorini. There are several sun loungers available. The rock formations behind the beach are worth a look. Nearby locations include the settlements of Exomytis and Agios Georgios.
  • Red Beach - This beach features a 125-meter-high ferrous rock that has eroded to leave red sand. Red Beach is one of the most famous and beautiful beaches in Santorini, located just steps away from the ancient site of Akrotiri. Its small size often makes it crowded, and many visitors choose to admire the unique landscape of red and black volcanic rocks from the headland rather than going down to the beach. The dark sand is dotted with sunbeds and umbrellas, and there are some nice pebbles along the shore for collectors. Snorkeling is highly recommended due to the interesting rock formations. Being on a boat, you have no limitations and can capture the best photographs from the ideal vantage points.
  • White Beach - Located next to Red Beach on the southern side of Santorini, White Beach is similar but features white surrounding cliffs and black pebbles on the shore. Its crystalline waters contrast sharply with the nearby Red Beach. Accessible by boat or small water taxis from Red Beach, White Beach is quieter and less popular. It has limited facilities, with only a few umbrellas and sunbeds, but the surrounding rocks provide some shade.
  • Lighthouse - Known as “Faros” in Greek, the lighthouse was built in 1892 by a French company. The square tower stands 10 meters high above the keeper’s house. Initially powered by petroleum with a luminosity of 23 nautical miles, it was inactive during World War II until 1945 when the Hellenic Navy reconstructed the lighthouse network. Electrified in 1983 and automated in 1988, it now flashes a white light every 10 seconds with a luminosity of 24 nautical miles. Faros is the southwesternmost point of the island, offering a magical panoramic view. Try to spot the Indian head rock on the south shore while you’re there.
  • Aspronisi - Aspronisi, meaning “white island,” is a small, uninhabited rocky island west of Santorini and the Kameni islands, and south of Thirassia. Part of the Santorini caldera, it emerged after the volcanic eruption in 1450 BC. The dry island covers 0.14 km², is 650 meters long, and 200 meters wide, rising steeply from the sea. About 50% of the island is flat, with a height of 70 meters. The lower part consists of dark lava, while the upper part is made of pumice from the volcanic eruption. Aspronisi has one small harbor and two pebble beaches and has been privately owned by the same family for seven generations. There is no electricity or water supply on the island.
  • Thirassia - Thirassia is a small satellite island of Santorini with a population of about 270 people. It lies very close to Santorini, and both were part of the same island until a massive volcanic eruption in 1628 BCE separated them. The island has five villages, the largest of which shares the same name as the island and has a population of 150. Thirassia offers a glimpse of what Santorini used to be like many years ago. It is mostly visited by day-trippers from Santorini, but staying for a few days will quickly make you feel like part of the community. Note that most residents speak only Greek. Enjoy a traditional Greek meal at a local restaurant on Thirassia.
  • Oia - Oia is a traditional settlement in northern Santorini, also known as ‘Apano Meria’ or ‘Anomeria,’ and its residents are called ‘Apanomerites.’ The village is about 150 meters above sea level and was severely damaged in the 1956 earthquake, requiring extensive restoration. Oia’s beauty is unparalleled, with small white houses cascading down the hillside, interspersed with vibrant colors like rich ochre, deep fuchsia, cobalt blue, oyster pink, and earthy red. Winding paths lead to small churches and new discoveries at every turn. Oia is one of the most photographed places in Greece and is famous for its breathtaking sunsets, though its sunrises are equally magical.
  • Imerovigli - Imerovigli is a picturesque village located 2 km north of Fira, the capital of Santorini. It is a continuation of Fira and is known for its stunning views, hence its name, which means “view spot.” The village offers a clear view of the caldera and was historically a lookout point for pirate ships. Today, Imerovigli is recognized as a traditional settlement.
  • Firostefani - Firostefani is an old village just north of Fira, now considered one of its suburbs. The name means ‘Crown of Fira’ (stefani = crown). The village features traditional houses, narrow paths, and views of the volcano.
  • Santorini Old Harbor - Santorini has two ports: Athinios, for ferries and commercial boats, and Gialos, commonly known as the Old Port of Fira, for cruise ship travelers. Gialos is located just below Fira, the capital of Santorini. Until a few decades ago, it was the main commercial port of the island. As tourism developed, the main commercial port moved to Athinios. Today, Gialos serves mainly cruise ships, excursion boats to the volcano and Thirassia, and a few fishing boats.
  • Palea Kameni - Palea Kameni, one of the two volcanic islands in the middle of the Santorini Caldera, is known for its therapeutic sulfuric mud, which is said to help treat skin conditions like acne, eczema, and psoriasis.
  • Nea Kameni - Nea Kameni, one of the two volcanic islands in the middle of the Santorini Caldera, also features therapeutic sulfuric mud beneficial for skin conditions like acne, eczema, and psoriasis.
  • Santorini Volcano - Santorini’s unique natural beauty and wild scenery are the result of volcanic eruptions over the past 3600 years. The most recent major eruption occurred around 1613 BC, known as the Minoan eruption. Since then, minor and medium-sized eruptions have built the dark-colored islands of Nea and Palea Kameni inside the caldera. The last eruption on Nea Kameni was in 1950. Currently, Santorini is dormant, with volcanic activity manifesting as fumaroles and hot springs around the islands. The Hot Springs at Palea Kameni have water temperatures about 5 degrees Celsius higher than the sea and contain sulfur, which is good for the skin.
  • Mesa Pigadia Beach - Located in the southwest of Santorini near the lighthouse, this beach resembles Vlyhada and was once popular with visitors seeking alternative destinations. Black Rock Beach is quieter than other beaches due to its more remote location. The beach is small, with sand, pebbles, and larger stones, and is surrounded by high white cliffs. There are a few cave-houses used to store fishing boats in winter and “syrmata,” houses built into the rocks. This picturesque and secluded beach is one of our favorites.
What's Included
  • Local guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Lunch or Dinner in a traditional restaurant in Thirasia island
  • Use of snorkeling equipment
  • WiFi On Board, limited to smart use
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Heater for early and late season days
  • Beach towels & bathrobes
  • Captain and one crew(hostess)
  • Unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks and light refreshments
  • Insurance coverage for our guests
  • All fees and/or taxes
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Spend less time traveling and more time exploring. The Axopar Walkaround Deck MotorCruiser is a stunning new luxury boat, perfect for private excursions and exclusive romantic cruises. Enjoy a meal at a traditional restaurant on Thirasia island, cold drinks, and WiFi for up to 2 passengers. Relax and have your camera ready to capture the caldera and the enchanting Santorini sunset (on the sunset cruise). Tours can be customized to meet your preferences.

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • The departure and duration of the tour is not the same throughout the season, due to the different hours of sunset.
Location
Vlichada
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Travelsummoore
Feb 8, 2024
Experience Like No Other (Sunset Motorcruiser Private Cruise) - Disclaimer:Although a travel agent, I will always review based on a traveler perspective with customer service insight as I have lived both positions for a very long time. Customer service in conjunction with my experience as a customer is what drives my repeat business and recommendations to friends, family and clients. What words other than Family can describe the experience we had on our sunset cruise with Sail Away? As a parent with a child who is on the Autism Spectrum, I have to do a lot of research when doing activities that include my daughter. I want her to experience life to the fullest and also be in spaces that will help her anxieties when walking through something new. Part of understanding what works for us is to not do group water cruises, so I am always looking for something private, and affordable for our planning. Greece was no exception to this when it came to the end of a mother/daughter Europe trip. After researching many companies, I found Sail Away to be more of a fit of what we were looking for in every aspect. Upon reaching out to them communication was amazing! After getting more information on everything and pricing I decided to book a Motorcruiser sunset cruise for my daughter and I. I booked this well in advance before our trip as a lot of the cruises during that time can book up fast. I initially decided I was going to pay cash and at a later date decided to complete the rest of the transaction via CC so that I could get travel points even though it cost a little bit more. The staff was accommodating and even tried to save me some money by talking to me again about the discounted cash option. I appreciate that in the opportunity of making more money they still wanted us to save some. When we finally got to Greece, we actually received a call offering to go on the cruise a day early because they had a cancellation and the weather was going to be amazing that day. Unfortunately we were not able to as we were going on a land tour that day. We had a bit of a slight issue with the pickup. The day before we were told to be outside early that morning which had us wake up earlier than we wanted to being that we would be leaving the following day going home and had an extremely early flight and long day. After sitting outside for a while and contacting the office we were told that we were given the wrong pick up time. Pete apologized to us about profusely and let us know our actual pick up time for the afternoon. The pickup was on time and had one other stop to make to pick up some other passengers on the way. The ride was an amazing ride in nice transportation and we made it to the docks safely. Upon arrival Captain Pete apologized again for the mix up and introduced us to Kareem who would also be helping along on the cruise. He got to know us and asked questions and explained everything so well about what to do on the boat and what not to do, what to expect and so forth. My daughter who was initially scared to get in the water ended up having a great time and conquering fears I didn't know she would conquer in the Mediterranean waters all thanks to to the calm nature and reassurance of Kareem during the trip. Captain Pete gave us so much history and insight to so much of the land. When we arrived to eat dinner the food was absolutely amazing, even for my daughter who has a bit of indifference to trying new things, especially foods. After eating we left to catch the sunset on the way back which was absolutely breath taking. I have been to various countries and on various boat cruises including sunset cruises but this by far was truly an experience that will never be forgotten. Captain Pete explained to us why making sure we felt like family and having a great experience was important and we literally left feeling like family. There are things that I am the first to say I wouldn't spend the money on or recommend spending money on for myself and for clients, family and friends, because it is about memories and experiences being able to all come about in an affordable or spending conscious way. This experience is one that I honestly believe was priceless. It was worth the money spent and they understand that everyone doesn't just have that to spend on a boat ride, so if you are going to spend it with them they want you to experience far beyond what you paid for it. Even if you may not have considered doing something like this before, I would say to take time and consider it. The memories to be made are priceless and the time on that water, is fun and peaceful and so much more. I definitely would recommend Sail Away to any and every client, friend and family member that is visiting Santorini.
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Randall_b
Jun 17, 2023
Worth the splurge! - Captain Peter noticed we were scheduled for a day with bad weather and called to move us, including our transport rearranging. Everything went super smoothly. It was clear he has lots of experience, took great care of his boat and of his guests. It was a gorgeous introduction to the caldera. Since it was just us, we got to stay a little longer or shorter in places that held our interest.
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J2099wrcharless
Jul 25, 2022
Santorini afternoon and sunset cruise - A wonderful afternoon and sunset cruise The owner greeted us and got us on board The skipper Yanis hope that’s the right spelling and George his Chef were attentive and so considerate. Glasses were not empty for long and the food was amazing. The Red beach, the white cliffs were spectacular. The sunset was too. I’ve no doubt that if you book this you’ll not regret it George even took photos of our group so no one was left out. Stupendous company can’t recommend them highly enough. Thank you to one and all it’s now now number 1 on my ticked off list
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Teresa_b
Jul 24, 2022
An amazing day - We had a wonderful day celebrating a big birthday. The captain, Peter, was extremely professional and told us what to expect on our trip, which was helpful, as we hadn’t been on a boat like this before. The boat is rather fast, which means you get to see a lot of the island. We chose to travel at the back under the canopy; comfortable and exhilarating, whilst completely safe, though you can choose to sit inside. We stopped for a while in a quiet bay and were able to swim from the back of the boat and sunbathe at the front. They were quite flexible about how much time you could spend in different locations, and letting you know the options available. Drinks and snacks offered regularly. It was great to see some of the well known views from the boat, including Fira, Oia and the red beach, and information was provided at each from our knowledgeable host. Lunch at a waterfront restaurant in Thirassia island was plentiful and tasty. It was much appreciated that our towels were put out to dry whilst we ate. The included transfer was in roomy, new vehicle with another family. Took us right up to the boat and was waiting for us when we returned. Friendly and professional service throughout our trip. Highly recommend.
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Robert_l
Jul 11, 2022
Wonderful experience! - We had a fantastic boat trip with Axopar 28. Very knowledgeable and skilled skipper with helpful crew. Can highly recommend this boat trip with swimming and wonderful lunch on the island of Thirassia. Thank you! Robert with family
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Naomiririri
Sep 15, 2020
Loved it!! - We had the best trip! The crew was wonderful and they showed us the most beautiful places. Also lunch was amazing! Would recommend this to everybody!
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