Things to do in Cyclades Islands
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Santorini Sunset Sailing: Snorkeling, Dinner & Hot SpringsA sunset catamaran cruise departing Vlychada Port at 3pm with five snorkeling stops around Santorini's caldera, including the Red Beach, White Beach, Hot Springs and Mesa Pigadia Beach. The boat includes snorkeling gear, a full Greek dinner and open bar; hotel pickup is arranged, and the five-hour voyage ends with the sunset sail back to port.Is it for me?This is a shared catamaran with a live English-speaking guide, so you're sailing with other travelers and following the boat's fixed schedule—book it if you want the five snorkeling stops, the Hot Springs and the sunset all in one afternoon without renting a boat or planning the route yourself.
Santorini: Sunset Wine Tasting Tour & Santo Winery ViewsYou’ll taste crisp white wines at three Santorini wineries with a local guide who knows every vineyard story. Enjoy Greek tapas as the sun dips over Santo Winery’s terrace. Expect laughter over tricky pronunciations and quiet moments watching colors change across the caldera — all with easy hotel pickup included.
Santorini: Catamaran Sunset Cruise, BBQ & Open BarYou’ll sail Santorini’s caldera by catamaran with a small group, swimming off Red Beach and White Beach before soaking in volcanic hot springs. Enjoy a barbecue dinner on deck with Greek wine and ouzo as you watch sunset near Oia—plus hotel pickup makes it easy to relax into island time.
Santorini: Small-Group Shore Excursion for Cruise PassengersYou’ll wander Santorini’s blue-domed neighborhoods with a small group and local guide, ride up to Prophet Elias for sweeping views (if time allows), stroll quiet Megalochori streets, and end on Perivolos’ black sand beach before heading back to your ship—probably still thinking about those colors long after you leave.
Mykonos Island Tour: Windmills, Little Venice & LighthouseA private half-day tour of Mykonos with hotel pickup covers the island's most recognizable stops: Mykonos Town, Little Venice, the windmills, Panagia Paraportiani church, Ano Mera's monastery, and Armenistis Lighthouse. The guide speaks English, Spanish or Italian and handles all transport and timing; you bring a camera and sunscreen. A minimum of two people per booking is required.Is it for me?Choose your guide's language—English, Spanish or Italian—so the commentary flows naturally as you move through the stops. The private van means the pace stays yours: you linger at the windmills or the lighthouse as long as you want, and the driver waits while you photograph or explore.
Kleftiko & Poliegos sailing tour Milos: Full day with lunchA full-day sailing tour around Milos in the Cyclades departs by boat to Kleftiko Beach and Firopotamos Beach, with multiple swimming stops, snorkelling, a guide in English, breakfast, lunch and an open bar included. The itinerary covers the island's coloured rock formations, the traditional fishing village of Klima, and stops at sites with stories tied to the island's past — all arranged so the day unfolds without separate bookings for transport, meals or entry.Is it for me?Book this shared boat if you want swimming, snorkeling, and meals handled in one itinerary rather than coordinating them separately.
Santorini Caldera Sailing Tour with BBQ Lunch & DrinksYou’ll sail Santorini’s caldera with a small group, stopping for swims at Red Beach or White Beach and soaking in volcanic hot springs near Nea Kameni. Snorkeling gear is ready if you want it, plus there’s a fresh Greek BBQ lunch with local wine or beer served onboard before heading back. You might find yourself wishing for just one more hour at sea.
Santorini Catamaran Cruise: Lunch, Hot Springs, SnorkelingA five-hour catamaran cruise from Vlychada port visits Red Beach, White Beach, the volcanic hot springs and Mesa Pigadia Beach with swimming, snorkeling and a traditional Greek lunch on board. The boat departs at 10:00am with an English-speaking guide, hotel pickup included, and returns to Vlychada by late afternoon. Snorkeling gear, towels, drinks and all fees are covered.Is it for me?Book this if you want a guided afternoon sail with snorkeling stops rather than a land-based tour, and prefer departing from Vlychada port on a catamaran with a small group.
Milos & Poliegos: Small Group Sailing, Snorkel & Cave SwimYou’ll sail around Milos and Poliegos with a small group, stopping to swim in crystal-clear bays and explore caves once used by pirates. Enjoy homemade Greek food onboard with drinks included, plus get underwater photos sent to you after. It’s the kind of day where time slows down and you feel part of something local—even if just for a few hours.
Mykonos: Private Island Tour with Local Wine & Hidden BeachesYou’ll ride with a true Mykonian guide across beaches like Agios Ioannis and Kalafatis, pause for grilled lunch in Ano Mera village, explore monasteries scented with incense, and end with local wine above Mykonos Town’s rooftops. You’ll feel more connected than any map can show—just let yourself drift along.
Private Mykonos Tour: Customize Your Day, 2–6 HoursA private, fully customizable tour of Mykonos in a car with a local English or Greek-speaking guide, lasting 2 to 6 hours and including hotel pickup. You choose the route—beaches like Kalafatis and Kalo Livadi, the Panagia Tourliani Monastery, Armenistis Lighthouse, or the town center—and the guide adapts the stops to fit your interests. The car is air-conditioned; water and WiFi are included.Is it for me?Choose a longer duration if you want to swim at multiple beaches and explore inland—a 6-hour tour fits the monastery, the lighthouse, a village and two or three beaches into one day. A 2-hour option works if you're short on time and want the highlights near town without the drive to the far coast.
Milos: Kleftiko Bay Boat Tour & Swim with Lunch & Open BarYou board at Adamas or Paleochori and spend a half-day on the water with three designated swimming stops: Sykia Bay with its cave, Kleftiko's pirate-legend cliffs, and Kalogries Beach. Snorkeling equipment, Greek lunch, and an open bar are included. The route adjusts for weather and captain's discretion, which is what keeps you safe and in the water rather than stuck waiting for conditions to improve.Is it for me?Choose this if you want to see Milos' most dramatic coastline and swim in three different spots without renting a private boat or spending a full day at sea—the weather-dependent route is what keeps the boat in safe water and you in the best swimming spots available that day.
Santorini Small Group Tour: Red Beach, Oia & Black Sand BeachesA small group sightseeing tour of Santorini with up to 12 participants, visiting Oia, the blue-domed church, Perissa and Perivolos beaches, Red Beach, and traditional villages—pickup from your hotel is included, and the guide adjusts the route order each day to fit your group's starting locations. The tour runs six hours and covers the island's main highlights without requiring you to arrange transport or navigate between sites.Is it for me?Book the shared tour if you're comfortable with a flexible itinerary that adjusts to pickup locations across the island; choose semi-private or private if your group needs a set route and consistent stop order.
Catamaran Sailing Tour: Paros Antiparos Despotiko Lunch SwimmingA nine-hour catamaran sailing tour from Paros visits Antiparos, Despotiko and smaller uninhabited islands with hidden coves and turquoise waters. The boat departs Paroikia, includes an authentic Greek lunch with local cheeses and fresh produce, snorkeling equipment, and multiple swimming stops at secluded bays accessible only by sea. An English-speaking guide leads the tour, and hotel pickup is included.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to reach hidden coves and secluded bays that only a boat can access—the small catamaran size is what makes those spots possible, and the fixed itinerary means the swimming stops, lunch timing and sunset sail all hold together without you planning any of it.
Private Boat Cruise Santorini: Caldera, Hot Springs & SnorkelingA 5-hour private boat cruise from Fira's Old Port around Santorini's Caldera, with stops at the thermal springs of Nea Kameni, the lava formations and beach of Nea Kameni island, and the cliffs of Thirasia and Oia village. The boat includes snorkeling equipment, towels, local white wine, water, and five plates of traditional Greek food; your skipper speaks English and can adjust the route based on weather and your preferences.Is it for me?Book this if you want a private boat with a skipper and crew handling navigation and meal prep, so you can focus entirely on swimming, snorkeling, and watching the sunset without managing logistics.
Mykonos Food Tour: Greek Tastings & Old Town WalkYou walk through Mykonos Town for two hours, stopping at seven or eight spots to taste Greek spreads, souvlaki, pastries from a 600-year-old bakery, and finish with Greek coffee at the Old Port. The guide handles the route and the introductions; you just show up at Manto Mavrogenous Square and eat your way through the old town. Groups cap at 14, so it stays intimate.Is it for me?Book this if you want to taste real Greek food without planning seven separate stops yourself — the guide knows which places to go and when, which saves you the research and the awkward walk-in moments. The two-hour pace means you're moving, not sitting, so it suits people who'd rather explore on foot than spend an afternoon at a table.
Santorini: Private Custom Tour with Flexible Stops & PickupYou’ll shape your own Santorini story—pick stops like Oia or Pyrgos, wander volcanic beaches or taste wine above the caldera, all with local guidance and easy pickup. Expect real conversations, hidden sweets from village bakeries, time for swimming or lingering wherever feels right. It’s less about checking sights off and more about what moments stay with you long after.
Snorkeling in Milos: Catamaran to Kleftiko & PoliegosA full-day catamaran tour from Milos visits four swimming and snorkeling stops, including Kleftiko Beach—a white-rock formation used by pirates centuries ago—and Poliegos, an uninhabited island with a narrow bay of transparent light-blue water. The boat carries snorkeling equipment, lunch with local wine and beer, and a live English guide; the itinerary shifts to Tsigrado or Gerakas if north winds arrive. Ten hours on the water, suitable for all fitness levels.Is it for me?Book this if you want a guided group experience where the crew sets the swimming stops and timing—you'll visit remote beaches accessible only by boat, with lunch and snacks included.
Milos: Kleftiko Speedboat & Snorkeling with Guided DiversYou board a high-speed boat built for the Aegean's chop and get dropped at sea caves and volcanic bays that have no road access. Two divers lead a guided snorkeling tour at a remote beach, take underwater photos with you, and the crew feeds you between stops. You skip the logistics of renting a boat or joining a crowded group tour, and you leave with drone footage and GoPro stills of the day.Is it for me?Book this if you want to reach Kleftiko's sea caves and isolated snorkeling bays without renting a private boat or spending a full day on the water—the speedboat's power is what fits four major stops and guided diving into a half-day window.
Santorini: Sailing Tour with BBQ, Drinks & Hot SpringsYou’ll sail Santorini’s caldera with a local crew, stopping for swims at Red or White Beach and soaking in Nea Kameni’s volcanic hot springs. Enjoy barbecue lunch with unlimited wine or beer on deck—all with hotel pickup included. Expect laughter, new friends, and those strange moments when everything feels both familiar and completely new.
