WORLDWIDE · BOAT TRIPS AND ISLAND DAYS
Everything with a hull attached, ranked. The 15 here span Dalmatia, the Andaman coast, Palawan and the Baltic skerries, priced and timed so you can compare a half-day loop against a full day under sail.
Cruise Santorini’s caldera, hike an active volcano, swim at sulfur springs, visit Thirassia, and add sunset time in Oia for $29.
“Enjoyed this beautiful cruise around the Aegean Sea. The volcanic hike was fun, and the swim to the hot springs was enjoyable. I only wish we had more time to soak in the hot springs--it seemed rushed!”
Cruise Stockholm’s island-filled archipelago aboard a classic ship with live guides, scenic views, onboard café, and flexible 1.5 to 3-hour tours.
“Excellent tour and fun tour guide ! There was plenty of space to move around check out the views from other areas.”
Review of Dubrovnik’s Elaphite Islands cruise, with Lopud, Sipan, Kolocep, lunch, drinks, swimming, pickup details, and value advice.
“Amazing experience! Sat on the top deck with my family (group of 6) & had the best time with Emily as our guide! Started the morning off with some traditional shots & made our way through the beautiful islands. The open bar (white wine & local liquor) was just enough to keep the party going & the lunch was more than enough food! We had an amazing time & will recommend to all my friends & family visiting Dubrovnik!”
Review of Split’s Blue Cave, Mamma Mia and Hvar speedboat tour, with island stops, costs, swimming tips, comfort advice and weather warnings.
“This was such a fun way to experience multiple islands! The blue cave was unfortunately closed due to rough waters when we went so that was a bit disappointing not being able to experience that, the cove, or see the Mama Mia featured beach. The rest of the day was a blast! Ample time to explore the islands and such a fun ride with good music playing the whole trip on the open water! It is a speedboat and you do get wet depending on the waves/ how windy it gets. It was really hot when we went so the splashes were really refreshing. Overall I highly recommend this trip!”
Review of the Split and Trogir speedboat tour to the Blue Cave, Vis, Hvar, Stiniva Cove, and Blue Lagoon, with practical tips.
“Amazing! We got into the blue caves and were able to see the green caves, amazing day!”
Review of Dubrovnik’s Elaphiti Islands cruise, with lunch, wine, hotel pickup, island stops, costs, timing, and practical booking advice.
“The tour was very well organized and well described in the offering - we got exactly what was offered. The boat is really comfortable, esp. as we were maybe at 60% of capacity, so we had plenty of room to move around. Lunch was indeed very good - as I had read in the reviews; the fish was fresh, and it came with a shared bottle (or 2) of good wine. The crew was very up and polite, happy to take care of us. And finally, the 3 islands are real gems, pretty, laid back, good beaches - loved them! Beware: they stay on time; if they say "we leave…”
Review of Split’s Blue Lagoon and three-island cruise, with swimming stops, onboard lunch, wine, practical tips, drawbacks, and value advice.
“Very nice trip with outstanding crew. All day of attractions on the sea. Visit in little Village on the Island full of attractions.”
Review of Kos’s 3-island Odyssey cruise, with Kalymnos, Plati, Pserimos, swimming, lunch, dolphins, tips, and value advice.
“Was a great experience, best part was to be able to get into Kalymnos and the other small islands around, to know the habitants of the place. The boat crew was amazing, creating a vivid atmosphere at the board, food was good , cocktails at the bar affordable. We manage to observe 🐬 during our trip which was a bonus. The only inconvenient I would say the boat was a bit crowded, somehow stiff 6 persons in a 4 people seat.”
Review of Sardinia’s La Maddalena boat tour, with Budelli, Santa Maria, Spargi, swimming stops, prices, food, crowds, and practical tips.
“we saw so many beautiful beaches, swam 3-4 times and still were able to spend a hour in Maddalena. Our guide was so gifted! 4 languages?!? We brought our own snacks but food and drink were available. Such a great easy way to see the incredible area of Palau and the surrounding archipelago!!”
Review of Athens’ 10-hour cruise to Agistri, Moni, and Aegina, with Greek lunch, drinks, swimming, snorkeling, and practical booking tips.
“The excursion was absolutely amazing! The crew was incredibly kind and helpful throughout the day. The islands, the sea, and the entire experience were definite highlights of our vacation in Athens. The Greek lunch buffet was delicious and beautifully prepared. I highly recommend this excursion to anyone visiting Athens — especially if you love being out on the water!”
Review the Blue Cave and Hvar five-island tour from Split or Trogir, with practical advice on speedboats, swimming, caves, and value.
“Very nice experience specially Blue Caves. Tour guide was very good and made our trip memorable. Speed boat driver was excellent made our journey adventurous and full of fun. Kids enjoyed a lot.”
Review of Krabi’s 4-island longtail boat tour, with snorkeling, sandbars, Thai lunch, hotel pickup, pricing, tips, and honest drawbacks.
“Well organised. Our tour guide Toy was amazing and made the whole experience great. Fun day”
Review of Hurghada’s $47 yacht trip to Orange Bay, Giftun, and Magawish, with snorkeling, dolphin watching, meals, drinks, and practical tips.
“We had a great day with Tito and the other crew members! The marine life we saw when snorkelling was amazing and the guides/crew were fabulous and a lot of fun. Thank you, we had a wonderful time !”
Review of Dubrovnik’s Elaphite Islands cruise to Lopud, Šipan, and Koločep, with drinks, optional lunch, swimming, and practical tips.
“Excellent nice time on the island good mixture of time on different islands”
Cruise the 1000 Islands from Gananoque, see Millionaire’s Row and Boldt Castle, and get practical tips on timing, customs, food, and value.
“No improvements needed. Excellent trip, excellent staff and crew”
Every kind of island day we have been out on.
