Where to Book: the 11 Best Yacht Cruises with Lunch in Greece

1.Day sailing Skiathos Skopelos with lunch on Rainbow yacht

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 262 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $163 a seat Our pick

Join Yannis and Angelica aboard Rainbow yacht for a relaxed seven-hour sailing day from Skiathos. Swim at Tsougria, Panormos, and a Skopelos beach, see the Mamma Mia coast, and enjoy a Greek meal cooked on board. Cold drinks, wine, beer, coffee, fruit salad, and time for snorkelling are included.

“We had a lovely day in beautiful places, with nice food and nice company! We absolutely recommend this experience”

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

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

Spend eight hours aboard the Marina yacht with skipper Lambros and crew, sailing from Skiathos toward Skopelos. You get breakfast, drinks, towels, snorkeling gear, SUP use, several swim stops, lunch at a local taverna, cave snorkeling near Dasia, and fruit salad at Arkos Island.

“Great day out sailing around Skiathos and Skopelos. The boat was fantastic, the swim stops were amazing with the option to paddleboard too. We also got lucky and saw some dolphins! The lunch at a local taverna was also a highlight. A must do in Skiathos - we will book again if we come back!”

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3.Private Motor Yacht Cruise with BBQ, Open Bar & Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 144 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $1,149 a seat

Sail Santorini’s volcanic coast aboard a private motor yacht with hotel pickup, a BBQ meal, open bar, and crew-led sightseeing. Swim at White Beach, Palea Kameni, Nea Kameni, and Thirassia, then watch the sunset near Oia on the afternoon departure. Crew members such as Captain Janos, Spiros, Hector, and Ada may vary by sailing.

“We had the best private yacht cruise possible. We had Captain Tellis and deckhand Nobi. They took care of us in an amazing way. The best way to see Santorini. We wish we had booked them for the whole day not just for 5 hours”

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4.From Ierapetra: Chrissi Island Yacht Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 64 reviews · 6 hours · from $139 a seat

Spend six hours cruising from Ierapetra to Chrissi Island with an English-speaking guide and professional crew. Walk among the island’s cedar trees and white sand dunes, swim from the yacht, snorkel with provided gear, and enjoy lunch and drinks aboard a semi-private yacht. Group size can feel busy, despite the semi-private label.

“Posto magnifico.. nessuna indicazione ricevuta a bordo dal personale”

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5.Private Full-Day Motor Yacht Cruise with Meal, Open Bar+Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 64 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $2,232 a seat

Spend about 10 hours on a private motor yacht from Vlychada, with stops at Red Beach, White Beach, the volcano, hot springs, Thirasia, and Oia. Transfers, lunch, snacks, drinks, and snorkel gear are included. Crew members such as Captain Leo, Niki, and Nobbi have earned warm praise for attentive service, though the route can change with weather.

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6.Yacht Cruise to Lindos with Lunch and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 39 reviews · from $124 a seat Best value

Spend eight hours sailing from Rhodes to Lindos aboard a comfortable yacht with a maximum of 25 people. Explore Lindos and its acropolis independently for three hours, then swim at St. Paul’s Bay and Anthony Quinn’s Bay. Lunch, drinks, snorkeling gear, and a changing room are included.

“The trip to Lindos was amazing. We were very well looked after the yatch's staff and had a fantastic time. I highly recommend this trip. It's definitely worth paying the money for this trip. The views were fantastic.”

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7.Santorini Oia: Private Sailing Yacht Cruise with Meal and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $451 a seat

Spend about five hours on a private yacht from Oia, swimming near Thirassia, visiting volcanic Nea Kameni and its sulfur springs, and eating a Greek BBQ lunch onboard. Andrew and Dennis may crew the boat, with snorkeling gear, towels, unlimited local wine, beer, soft drinks, and water included.

“The food was better than most 5 star restaurants in Oia!! The crew was very helpful and attentive. Loved it!”

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8.Ierapetra Chrissi Island Luxury Yacht Cruise with Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $180 a seat

Sail from Ierapetra to Chrissi Island aboard a yacht limited to 20 people. You’ll have about four hours around the island, with time for swimming, snorkeling, and stand-up paddleboarding, plus seafood pasta, Greek salad, Cretan appetizers, fruit, beer, wine, and soft drinks. Hotel pickup is available in several nearby areas.

“Unforgettable experience! Fabulous service and attentiveness. Lots of swimming and sun on a beautiful yacht. Delicious food and day! The captain and crew were top notch. Highly recommend this experience. Such a delightful day!”

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9.Private Sailing Yacht Cruise with Meal and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $565 a seat

Spend about six hours on a private yacht around Santorini, with pickup offered, Red Beach, White Beach, Mesa Pigadia, the lighthouse, volcanic waters, and Thirassia. Your crew provides snorkeling gear, Greek food, unlimited local wine, beer, soft drinks, and water. The day cruise includes lunch at a private traditional tavern.

“We had a wonderful time on our cruise. The views were beautiful, we loved the entire experience. Our captains/crew were wonderful as well.”

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10.Crete: Chrissi Island Yacht Cruise with Lunch & Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 5 reviews · from $226 a seat

Meet your yacht in Ierapetra for a 20-minute cruise to Chrissi Island. You’ll walk its white-sand beaches, snorkel from the boat in clear water, try the onboard fishing gear, and enjoy lunch made with local ingredients. The yacht is fairly compact, so expect narrow spaces and a close-quarters feel.

“Really nice day, lunch and atmosphere at the top! Magnificent landscapes, to do again 👌👌👌👌👌”

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11.Ierapetra: Chrissi Island Luxury Yacht Cruise with Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3 reviews · from $136 a seat

Meet the crew by Ierapetra’s bell tower for a 5.5-hour yacht trip to Chrissi Island. You’ll cruise for about 30 minutes, swim from the yacht or reach the beach by inflatable boat, use snorkeling and paddleboard gear, and eat shrimp linguine, risotto, Greek salad, and Cretan appetizers. Hotel pickup is optional.

“Everything was perfect, we had a wonderful day. The crew was friendly and helpful. The food was excellent. The location is beautiful and the boat is well maintained.”

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