What is included in a private Santorini tour or cruise?

Exclusive use of the boat or vehicle for your group, a dedicated crew or driver-guide, hotel pickup, and a flexible itinerary you help shape. Food and drinks are included on most private cruises.

Are private Santorini cruises worth the extra cost?

For couples celebrating, families, or small groups the per-person cost is often reasonable, and you gain privacy, flexible timing, and a tailored route that shared boats cannot offer.

How many people fit on a private Santorini catamaran?

Private catamarans typically take up to 10-12 guests comfortably. Larger motor yachts and sailing boats carry more — check the specific vessel’s capacity when booking.

Can a private tour be customised?

Yes. You can usually adjust the pickup time, swim stops, sunset timing, and onboard menu. Tell the operator your priorities when you book.

Santorini tours · Private

Private Santorini Tours & Cruises.

Just your group — private cats, motor yachts, sailing charters, and private island bus tours with pickup from your stay. We list 80 bookable options. Prices start from €150. Compare inclusions, ratings and departure points, then reserve on the booking storefront.

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Experiences: 80
Price from: €150
Typical duration: 5 hours - 9 hours / 4 hours - 10 hours
Booked via: Santorini View

80 experiences in Santorini

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At a glance

Santorini tours compared.

Quick picks for the most common planning goals: sunset, volcano, wine, private and water sports.

Best pick per goal, with duration, starting price and storefront rating
Best for	Experience	Category	Duration	Price	Rating
Our pick	Private Santorini Cruise on a Modern Catamaran with meal and drinks	Cruises & Sailing	5 hours - 9 hours	From €1100 / group	5.0139 reviews on Santorini View
Our pick	Santorini Highlights Private Bus Tour	Sightseeing & Day Trips	5 hours	From €370 / group	5.086 reviews on Santorini View
Our pick	Private Sailing Cruise in Santorini with Seafood BBQ dinner/lunch and Drinks	Cruises & Sailing	5 hours	From €780 / group	4.974 reviews on Santorini View
Our pick	Private Motor Yacht Cruise in Santorini with BBQ Food and Drinks	Cruises & Sailing	5 hours - 9 hours	From €750 / group	5.0164 reviews on Santorini View
Our pick	Exclusive Santorini Private Adventure on a 4x4 Sea Vessel with Food & Drinks	Cruises & Sailing	5 hours - 10 hours	From €1500 / group	4.9399 reviews on Santorini View

Ratings appear only where Santorini View publishes a score with its review count.

Good to know

Santorini tours: frequently asked questions.

Yes. Due to the strict 8,000-passenger daily cruise ship cap and peak-season sustainability levies introduced in 2026, popular excursions like caldera sunset catamaran cruises and wine tours sell out weeks in advance. We highly recommend booking at least 2 to 3 weeks early.
Semi-private catamaran cruises (limited to 15-20 guests) offer the best experience. They include swim stops at the Red and White beaches, hot springs, a freshly prepared on-board BBQ dinner, and open bar, ending with views of Oia's sunset directly from the water.
Most premium catamaran and wine tours include round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off. For budget volcano tours departing from the Old Port of Fira, you must walk down the 587 steps or ride the Fira Cable Car (recommended, €6 per person).
Absolutely. While public transport links the main towns, renting a car or ATV is the best way to visit the black-sand beaches of Perissa and Kamari, the Akrotiri lighthouse, and remote wineries. Compare local partners at /rent-a-car/santorini.

Good to know

Private: frequently asked questions.

Exclusive use of the boat or vehicle for your group, a dedicated crew or driver-guide, hotel pickup, and a flexible itinerary you help shape. Food and drinks are included on most private cruises.
For couples celebrating, families, or small groups the per-person cost is often reasonable, and you gain privacy, flexible timing, and a tailored route that shared boats cannot offer.
Private catamarans typically take up to 10-12 guests comfortably. Larger motor yachts and sailing boats carry more — check the specific vessel’s capacity when booking.
Yes. You can usually adjust the pickup time, swim stops, sunset timing, and onboard menu. Tell the operator your priorities when you book.

Private Santorini Tours & Cruises.

Private Santorini Cruise on a Modern Catamaran with meal and drinks

Santorini Highlights Private Bus Tour

Private Sailing Cruise in Santorini with Seafood BBQ dinner/lunch and Drinks

Private Motor Yacht Cruise in Santorini with BBQ Food and Drinks

Exclusive Santorini Private Adventure on a 4x4 Sea Vessel with Food & Drinks

Santorini Private Caldera Catamaran Cruise with Food & Beverages

Need a car in Santorini?

Private Luxury Catamaran Cruise from Oia with full BBQ meal & Drinks

Private Motor Yacht Cruise from Oia with meal and drinks

Private Luxury Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with full BBQ meal & Drinks

Private Catamaran Trip through Caldera

Private Classic Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with meal and drinks

Private Sailing Cruise in Santorini with meal and drinks

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Santorini tours compared.

Santorini tours: frequently asked questions.

Private: frequently asked questions.

Private Santorini Tours & Cruises.

Need a car in Santorini?

Island hopping by ferry

Santorini tours: frequently asked questions.

01Is it necessary to pre-book Santorini tours for 2026?

02Which is the best sunset cruise option in Santorini?

03How do I reach the departure ports for volcano and boat tours?

04Can I rent a car to explore Santorini before or after my tour?

Private: frequently asked questions.

01What is included in a private Santorini tour or cruise?

02Are private Santorini cruises worth the extra cost?

03How many people fit on a private Santorini catamaran?

04Can a private tour be customised?