11 Drinking Tours in Santorini That Are Worth the Day

1.Half-Day Exclusive Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with Meal and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,975 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $133Our pick

Spend about five hours aboard a small catamaran with hotel pickup, stops at Red Beach, the hot springs, and Thirassia, plus swimming, snorkeling, seafood, BBQ, and free-flowing wine and beer. The crew, including guides such as Giannis, Natalie, Alex, Mika, and Kostas, keeps the trip social and well organized.

“What a great experience! The staff were very helpful and informative. We had a great day. I would highly recommend this tour”

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2.Santorini Gold Catamaran Cruise with Snorkel, BBQ & Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,822 reviews · 5 hours · from $117

Cruise Santorini’s caldera from Vlychada Marina on a five-hour catamaran trip with Red Beach, White Beach, the volcano, hot springs, and Mesa Pigadia stops. Your English-speaking crew serves Greek meze, a fresh BBQ, desserts, unlimited wine and soft drinks, with pickup and drop-off included.

“The best way to experience Oia sunset! Our guide, host and captain were very nice and made everything memorable as possible. I love the vibe the bring during the tour specially the music part. And the food was delicious!”

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3.Santorini Catamaran Cruise with Greek Meal, Open-Bar and Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,694 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $181

Spend about five hours aboard a 42 to 56 foot catamaran, with hotel pickup, two swim stops, a Greek meal, white wine, Greek beer and soft drinks. Choose morning or sunset, and consider the luxury route for views of Oia and Ammoudi Bay from the water.

“Such an amazing experience with a friendly and knowledgeable crew. We would definitely recommend this sunset cruise to any of our friends who may come to Santorini in the future.”

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4.Luxury Small-Group Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open bar & Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,047 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $169

Sail Santorini with a group of 20 or fewer, stopping at Palea Kameni’s warm sulfur springs and Mesa Pigadia for swimming. Your crew provides towels, snorkel gear, a Greek BBQ buffet, local wine, beer, and cocktails, with pickup and drop-off included.

“All staff were helpful and attentive. They are very cautious about food allergies. We had really amazing cruise. Especially, Christf is the entertainer and great hospitality host of our cruise. Thank you very much indeed.”

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5.Santorini Platinum Catamaran Cruise with Meal, BBQ and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 725 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $120

Spend about five hours sailing Santorini’s coast in a small group of up to 18 people. Swim at Mesa Pigadia, see Red and White beaches, visit the hot springs and Thirassia, and enjoy BBQ chicken, pork, seafood pasta, Greek salad, and an open bar. Sunset departures add sparkling wine and dramatic caldera views.

“We’ll run, professional and friendly. The crew made sure everyone was having a good time. The food was delicious and large portions.”

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6.Santorini Private Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open Bar & Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 476 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $665

Sail from Vlychada with your private group aboard a catamaran, stopping at Red Beach, White Beach, Mesa Pigadia, Palea Kameni, and Thirasia. Swim, snorkel, soak in volcanic hot springs, and enjoy a barbecue with beer, wine, and soft drinks. Crews may include Captain Endri, George, Bohan, or other Spiridakos staff.

“Amazing private sunset cruise in Santorini. Crew was attentive, knowledgeable & helpful. Great food. Highly recommend.”

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7.Perivolos Beach: Sun-Bed Experience FortyOne Bar Restaurant

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 449 reviews · 1 day

Reserve two premium sunbeds or a cabana for up to four at FortyOne Bar Restaurant on Perivolos Beach. You get towels, showers, changing facilities, and all-day use, with food, cocktails, wine, sushi, and package upgrades ordered at the beach.

“I upgraded to the front row which was the BEST decision for the experience! The service was amazing and the views were ideal! The bottle of your choice, huge fruit bowl, and 30 piece sushi was perfect! I would highly suggest this activity be added to your itinerary!”

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8.Santorini Sunset Sailing Cruise: Dinner, BBQ, Open Bar, Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 208 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $133

Set sail from Vlychada Port for five hours of swimming, snorkeling, caldera views, sulfur-rich hot springs, a Greek BBQ dinner, open bar, and sunset sailing. Round-trip minibus transfers are arranged from your hotel or the closest accessible meeting point.

“Une expérience fabuleuse merci à l'équipage tout était parfait.la nourriture aussi .Le transfert aussi”

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9.Catamaran Cruise with Fresh Meal & Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 155 reviews · from $181

Spend five hours sailing from Vlychada past Red and White beaches, Akrotiri Lighthouse, the volcano, and hot springs. Your crew provides towels, swim gear, a Greek meal, and an open bar. Day and sunset departures are available, with hotel pickup across Santorini.

“Iliana, Manoli and Captain Kosta were AMAZING...what a team! They were incredible hosts that provided an educational, safe and thoroughly entertaining experience! The drinks were. flowing, the food delicious and the laughs a plenty!”

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10.Brewery Tour with Beer Tasting & Optional Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 62 reviews · from $28Best value

At Ftelos Brewery, an English or Greek-speaking guide leads you through Santorini’s only walk-in brewery, from control panels to fermentation tanks. Taste six beers, including Blue Monkey, with paired snacks. The 45 to 75-minute visit can include an optional gastronomy meal and may be booked privately.

“everyone was kind and gentle,the place is very nice!warth to coming!”

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11.Cooking Class with a Chef at the Ftelos Brewery

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 33 reviews · from $113

At Ftelos Brewery near Fira, you’ll prepare a four-course Cycladic meal with an English-speaking chef, then eat it with a Ftelos beer. The class may take place on a shaded vineyard patio or indoors above the brewing area. Mike and Katerina have led warm, engaging sessions.

“My friend and I did this class and we absolutely loved it! It was easy and fun ! Our chef was Katerina and she was so sweet, kind and taught us so much! The food was amazing and made us feel like we really got to immerse ourselves with Greek culture through their cuisines! Highly recommend this activity.”

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