The 12 Boat Trip Shore Excursions in Greece That Earn Their Price

1.Full Day Boat Cruise to 3 Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5,137 reviews · 7h 30m · from $35Our pick

Board the blue Odyssey opposite Kos Port Police by 9:30 for a full-day cruise to Kalymnos, Plati, and Pserimos. You’ll see Vathi’s fjord, swim in clear water, enjoy a Greek buffet lunch, and watch for dolphins near the fish farms. The English-speaking crew serves low-cost drinks and cocktails onboard.

“Great trip for the price would recommend, the food included and drinks available to buy at a good price and all staff lovely and very helpful! Would go again!!”

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2.Full Day 3-Island Boat Cruise from Port of Kos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,133 reviews · 7 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $36Top rated

Spend about seven hours aboard Odyssey Boat Cruise from Kos, visiting Vathi on Kalymnos and Pserimos, with a swimming stop near Plati. Look for dolphins by the fish farms, enjoy souvlaki or a vegetarian lunch, and make use of the onboard bar. Captain Giannis and the crew help keep the day friendly and well organized.

“Great day out. The islands are beautiful and the ocean is absolutely stunning. Lunch was tasty and there was a lovely atmosphere on board. A great day, we would def do again!”

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3.Best Corfu Tour with Boat Trip & Old Town for Cruise Passengers

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 107 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $72

Spend about four hours seeing Corfu beyond the port. Meet your guide beside the ship, ride in air-conditioned transport to Paleokastritsa, choose a €15 boat ride or beach time, then explore Corfu Old Town. Guides such as Magda, Mary, and Alice have earned praise for clear local insight and personal care.

“The tour guide and driver were great. Very informative and just the right amount of time at each stop. Our favourite part was the boat trip. Don’t skip this part!”

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4.Skip Gondola Shore Excursion: No Cable Car, Water Taxi Provided!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 87 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $54

Cover Santorini’s classic sights in about six hours with stops at the Three Bells of Fira, Imerovigli, Oia, Pyrgos, Perivolos, Red Beach, and Megalochori. Air-conditioned transport, bottled water, onboard WiFi, and water transport from the old port are included. Guides such as George, Nicolas, Alex, and Lisandros tailor the day to your pace and interests.

“Could not believe how much we saw in 3.5 hours. We could not have found half the places we saw by ourselves. THANKYOU so much !! 💓”

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5.Corfu for Cruise Ships: 6 Hour Tour with Boat Ride or Beach Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 67 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $47

You’ll tour Corfu by air-conditioned bus with an English-speaking guide, visiting Paleokastritsa, its 13th-century monastery, and Corfu Town. Choose a 45-minute wooden-boat trip toward the sea caves or beach time. Guides such as Sophia, Vicky, Alice, and Mary have led this route, which returns you to the cruise port on schedule.

“We had a great time on this shore excursion with Vexperio. Our cruise ship was sold out and we hesitated booking outside, but we’re so glad we did! Pick and up and drop off at the ship was a breeze. We had an amazing guide, and a relatively small group compared to our previous tours with ships. They took us on a really nice boat ride in an authentic rustic fisherman boat and brought us right outside a few magnificent caves with stunning views. Then we had some time in the Old Town before being brought back to the ship. So much less expensive than ship excursions and really top…”

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6.Private Luxury 6.5m 140hp Speedboat cruise Shipwreck & Blue Caves

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

You’ll spend about five hours on a private 6.5-meter, 140hp speedboat from Psarou Harbor, cruising to Navagio Beach, Skinari’s Blue Caves, private beaches, and swimming spots. Captains Peter and Sotiris have been praised for local guidance and thoughtful service. The boat holds up to five people, making the $602.20 group price best shared by family or friends.

“What an experience!!! Our captain Peter was awesome! He was kind and considerate of what we wanted to do. There are no words for his expertise of the area . He explained everything to us in detail. If you do this activity, ask for Peter to be your captain!!! He is awesome!!! This is a great activity to do. I highly recommend it!!!”

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7.Private Luxury Santorini Catamaran Cruise with Port Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 56 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $1,025

Spend about five hours on a private luxury catamaran with pickup from accessible Santorini hotels, villas, the airport, or the cruise port. Swim at Red Beach and Palea Kameni’s warm springs, then enjoy grilled chicken, Greek salad, spreads, wine, beer, and soft drinks. Captain Isidoro and crew members such as Corina and Pablo have earned warm praise for their care and hospitality.

“Amazing experience, this was probably our favorite part of our visit to Santorini. The boat was nice and new, the crew was attentive and super friendly. Highly recommend this, glad we spent the extra money for the private tour.”

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8.Skip Gondola Private Tour : Cruise Port pick up included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $199

Spend 6 to 7 hours touring Santorini with a private driver-guide, visiting Oia, the Three Bells of Fira, Pyrgos, Prophet Elias, the Heart of Santorini, and Perivolos Beach. Guides such as Nikos, Katerina, Vasilis, Tony, and Paulina tailor the pace to your group. Cruise pickup and water taxi options help you avoid long waits.

“Absolutely Amazing Experience – Worth Every Penny! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We had the BEST day in Santorini thanks to VIP Santorini Transfers and Tours and our incredible guide, Vasilis! 🙌 From the moment we were picked up, everything was smooth, professional, and perfectly timed—no waiting in long cable car lines or crowded shuttles. The fact that this was a private 6-hour shore excursion meant we could fully customize our itinerary, and Vasilis was more than happy to help us make the most of it! He took us to all the must-see spots—from the stunning views in Oia, to the black sand beach, to the breathtaking cliffside villages. Along the way, he shared…”

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9.Corfu Shore Excursion with Relaxing Beach Break or Cave Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6 reviews · from $83

You’ll travel by air-conditioned vehicle from Corfu’s cruise terminal to Paleokastritsa, with beach time and an optional 45-minute cave boat ride for €15. The route also includes a Mouse Island viewpoint and one hour in UNESCO-listed Corfu Town. An English-speaking guide and ship-timed return are included.

“The best part of this excursion was the boat ride, which the price was not included in the cost. This excursion was NOT as advertised. We did not visit Mouse Island, and we did not spend any time in Corfu Old Town. Honestly, it was a complete rip off.”

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10.Corfu Shore Excursion with Beach Retreat or Boat Cave Exploration

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $75

Travel from Corfu cruise port to scenic Paleokastritsa, where you can swim or pay 15 euros for a 45-minute boat ride through sea caves. Then explore UNESCO-listed Corfu Old Town, with free time for shops, coffee, and Venetian streets. English service, air-conditioned transport, and ship-time return are included.

“This city has more Venetian influence a bit more elegant, with these grand squares and forts. Definitely worth spending a day wandering around there. Must check out the Old fortress and the new fortress.”

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11.BEST CORFU TOUR for Cruise Passengers including Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 5 reviews · from $71

You’ll travel by air-conditioned bus from Corfu’s cruise port to Paleokastritsa for a 45-minute wooden-boat ride, then visit its 13th-century monastery and explore Corfu Town. An English-speaking local guide leads the tour, with a guaranteed return to your ship and free cancellation up to 24 hours ahead.

“Driver was professional and friendly, with a great knowledge of Corfu. He was very accommodating with our requests”

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12.Corfu Tour with Boat Trip Designed for Cruise Passengers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $67

From Corfu’s cruise terminal, you’ll ride in an air-conditioned vehicle to Paleokastritsa, with time for the optional €15 cave boat trip, then stop at Mouse Island and explore Corfu Town. An English-speaking guide, port pickup, and a guaranteed return to your ship make this a practical first look at Corfu.

“Our day started with an amazing boat trip around Paleokastritsa, and it was stunning! The views of the clear blue waters and rugged coastline were breathtaking. Our guide enhanced the experience by sharing local legends and pointing out sRead more”

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