9 One-Day Sailing Trips in Greece Worth a Whole Day

1.Luxury Catamaran Day Trip with Meal and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,678 reviews · 5 - 6 hours · from $129Number one

Spend 5 to 6 hours aboard a luxury catamaran with a maximum of 20 people. Swim near Red and White Beaches, visit the volcanic hot springs, enjoy Greek barbecue with vegetarian choices, and sip wine, beer, soft drinks, and a cocktail. Choose a morning sailing or a sunset trip below Oia, with hotel pickup and return included.

“Everyone was so nice. The meal was excellent very fresh they did not hold back on the open bar, the sights were beautiful you must do this when you visit Santorini thank you guys for this unforgettable experience”

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2.Kleftiko Sailing Day Trip with Snorkeling and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 713 reviews · 8 hours · from $170

Spend eight hours sailing from Adamas along Milos’ west coast with an experienced crew, stopping at Kalogries, Kleftiko, and Agios Dimitrios. You’ll snorkel through white-rock caves by yacht and RIB, enjoy breakfast snacks, a Greek lunch, drinks, and underwater photos. Crew names have included Captain Giannis, Juliano, Christos, Dionysis, and the two Georges.

“We really loved the whole day, there was plenty of adventure, swimming, great food and drinks, new information about Milos and perfect entrance into Pirate Bay. We had amazing time sailing around Milos. It was definitely the best tour from our trip.”

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3.From Skiathos Marina: Yacht Sailing Day Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 180 reviews · 8 hours · from $175

Spend eight hours aboard the MARINA yacht with skipper Lambros and crew, sailing from Skiathos toward Skopelos. Breakfast, drinks, towels, snorkeling gear, fishing gear, SUP use, fruit salad, and a Greek taverna lunch are included. Expect several swim stops, changing routes when wind requires it, and a small-group feel.

“Super great day out and the crew was so kind and easy going with us! Highly recommend to anyone looking for a day trip from Skiathos”

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4.Wooden Sailboat Full- or Half-Day Trip with Meal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 88 reviews · 8 hours · from $159Highest rated

Spend the day aboard Katerina, a 62-foot wooden sailboat built in 1958, with captain Dimi and a friendly crew. Swim and snorkel at beaches such as Lalaria, Kastani, Panormos, Tsougria, and Arkos, then enjoy snacks, a fresh Greek meal, wine, fruit, and dessert. Choose a full-day cruise or half-day sunset sailing.

“Fantastic experience! We were well looked after throughout the day with cold drinks, snacks and bbq lunch. Beautiful swim stops.”

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5.Single day Sail boat cruise with swimming, snorkeling, drinks and lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · from $116

Spend about seven hours aboard Thetis I, sailing from Rhodes Town to quiet bays along the east coast. The crew, including captains such as George and Adonis, handles the boat while you swim, snorkel, eat a fresh lunch, and enjoy beer, wine, soft drinks, and water. The boat takes up to 10 people.

“Had a really nice day out with a very friendly crew. The food was amazing. Went to a few different bays down the east coast of the island. Would recommend.”

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6.From Agia Efimia: All Inclusive Sailing Day Trip to Ithaca

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 62 reviews · 8 hours · from $176

Menios and his crew take you from Agia Efimia to Ithaca aboard Lily, a spacious sailboat for up to eight people. You will swim and snorkel at Gidaki and Lygia-Pera Pigadi, paddleboard in clear water, and enjoy a Greek lunch, snacks, drinks, and Robola wine. The pace is calm, though the boat may motor rather than sail.

“So much fun! We saw beautiful beaches & lunch was a lovely Greek feast! It was a really enjoyable day and I’d recommend for anyone who is looking for a nice intimate day trip instead of a larger cruise/ferry day trip.”

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7.Mykonos Full-Day Trip by Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 54 reviews · from $79Cheapest deck

Cruise from Paros to Mykonos aboard the air-conditioned catamaran Alexander of Cycladic Cruises. You get six hours to explore Chora independently, from the narrow alleys and Little Venice to the windmills, shops, galleries, cafés, and restaurants. Hotel pickup may be available from main resort areas.

“Very good Trip! Its worth the Price :) very friendly Lady organised a personal pickup and dropoff from to our hotel :) plenty of time in Mykonos We arrived at 11:00 ish and discharged again at 17:00 :)”

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8.Delos & Mykonos Full-Day Trip by Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 51 reviews · from $79

Spend nine hours at sea on an air-conditioned catamaran from Paros, visiting Delos and Mykonos. You get three hours at the ancient sanctuary and 3.5 hours in Mykonos Town, with time for Little Venice, windmills, galleries, cafés, and shops. Delos entry, food, drinks, and a guide cost extra.

“We had a great time on the day trip. The crew were clear with the departure times and we had enough time for a quick explore on both islands.”

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9.Catamaran Small Group Full-Day trip with Meal, Drinks, Swim

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $210

Spend about seven hours sailing from Kos to Pserimos aboard a spacious catamaran limited to 16 people. Two crew members serve coffee, snacks, Greek lunch, beer, wine, and water, while you swim and snorkel at clear-water bays. Bring a towel, arrange your own transfer, and note that children under 12 are not accepted.

“So worth it! The two crew members were fabulous and the water was so clear! Highly recommend it if you’re looking for a fun boat trip.”

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