--- title: "Santorini Dream Catcher Sailing Cruise From $139" date: 2026-10-31 canonical: https://boattoursantorini.com/tours/santorini-sailing-caldera-cruise/ --- # Santorini Dream Catcher Sailing Cruise - Ticket price: From 139.09 USD per person (Prices checked 2026-10-31, prices may vary) - Duration: 5 hours - Best for: Secluded bays, BBQ lunch included - Sailing & Rentals - Check availability: https://www.getyourguide.com/santorini-l753/dreamcatcher-5-hour-sailing-cruise-in-the-caldera-t71286/?partner_id=D7H7I6M&utm_medium=online_publisher&cmp=boattoursantorini_com_all_agent_markdown (GetYourGuide · This site contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission when you book through our links, at no extra cost to you.) - ★ Sail to private bays only reachable by boat - ★ Pass the Ancient City of Akrotiri and the Venetian lighthouse - ★ Swim and snorkel away from the busier beach crowds - ★ Soak in the volcanic hot springs - ★ Enjoy a BBQ lunch with beer, wine, and sodas in a secluded bay ## Our take The private bays this cruise reaches, swimming spots only accessible from the water, are a real point of difference from cruises that stick to the well-known Red Beach and White Beach stops. The named Dream Catcher boat and consistent route make it a solid traditional sailing option, though it has fewer reviews than the bigger catamaran operators, so if a longer track record matters more to you than secluded bays, the Santorini Luxury Catamaran Day Cruise has it. The **Santorini Dream Catcher Sailing Cruise** sails out of Vlihada Marina for about five hours, reaching private bays only accessible by water, the volcanic hot springs, and a BBQ lunch served in a secluded cove. ## What makes the Santorini Dream Catcher Sailing Cruise different? Where several catamaran cruises on this route stop at the same well-known spots, Red Beach and White Beach among them, this sailing cruise routes toward private bays that are genuinely only reachable by boat. That makes the swimming and snorkeling stops feel less crowded, since the only people there are from your own boat. ## What to expect on board Pickup from your accommodation is followed by boarding the named Dream Catcher catamaran at Vlihada Marina, on Santorini's quieter southern coast. The route first passes the Ancient City of Akrotiri, a Bronze Age archaeological site, before heading toward the Red and White Beaches. From there you continue past the rock formation locally called the Indian Head Mountain and the Venetian lighthouse, both good photo stops as the boat moves deeper into the picturesque caldera. ## Is the Santorini Dream Catcher Sailing Cruise worth it? If private, less-crowded swim stops matter more to you than visiting the single most famous beach on the island, yes. The hot springs stop lets you swim in the volcano's warm mineral water, and the BBQ lunch that follows, served with beer, wine, and sodas in a secluded bay, is a relaxed way to break up the sailing. The tradeoff is a smaller review history than the biggest catamaran operators on this route, so some travelers may prefer the reassurance of a cruise with thousands of reviews behind it instead. ## What does the Santorini Dream Catcher Sailing Cruise include? Included: pickup and drop-off at your accommodation, a full meal, beer, wine, and sodas, and all taxes and fees. The listing does not call out specific exclusions beyond what is not mentioned, so confirm anything particular, such as dietary needs, directly with the operator when booking. ## Who should book this cruise I would recommend this to travelers who have already seen Red Beach from a different cruise, or in photos, and would rather spend their swim stops somewhere quieter. It also suits anyone who wants a BBQ lunch without the bigger crowds a large catamaran can bring. If you would rather have the busiest, most reviewed option on this route, the [Santorini Luxury Catamaran Day Cruise](https://boattoursantorini.com/tours/santorini-catamaran-day-cruise/) has the longer track record. ## Prices and what's included on the Dream Catcher cruise Listed pricing starts from $139 per person, covering the meal and drinks described above. As with any live marketplace listing, confirm the current price and the exact departure time before you book, since sailing cruises can be more weather-dependent than larger catamarans. ## Getting there and meeting point Pickup is arranged from your accommodation ahead of boarding at Vlihada Marina. The exact pickup time and location are confirmed after booking. ## Insider tips for the Santorini Dream Catcher Sailing Cruise Since this cruise reaches bays only accessible by water, bring a underwater-safe camera case if you want photos while snorkeling, since you will not get the chance on a land excursion later. Pack a light jacket, since traditional sailboats can feel breezier on deck than a larger catamaran. For background on the volcanic coastline this cruise explores, the [Wikipedia page on Santorini](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Santorini) covers the eruption that shaped today's caldera. ## How this cruise compares to other Santorini boat tours Against the [Santorini Catamaran BBQ and Hot Springs Cruise](https://boattoursantorini.com/tours/santorini-catamaran-bbq-cruise/), both serve a BBQ lunch and run a similar length, but this one leans further into secluded, water-only bays rather than the Red Beach and White Beach stops the other includes. For a shorter, cheaper outing instead, see the [Santorini Volcano and Sunset Caldera Cruise](https://boattoursantorini.com/tours/santorini-volcano-sunset-cruise/). Compare every option on the [Santorini boat tours page](https://boattoursantorini.com/tours/). ## What's included - ✓ Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation - ✓ A full meal onboard - ✓ Beer, wine, and sodas - ✓ Taxes and fees ## Route and itinerary 1. **Pickup and boarding at Vlihada Marina**: After pickup from your accommodation, you board the Dream Catcher catamaran at Vlihada Marina on Santorini's southern coast, where the roughly five-hour sailing begins. 2. **Sail past Ancient Akrotiri toward Red and White Beach**: The route first passes the Ancient City of Akrotiri, Santorini's Bronze Age archaeological site, before heading toward the Red and White Beaches that line this stretch of coastline. 3. **Pass the Indian Head Mountain and the Venetian lighthouse**: You continue past the rock formation known as the Indian Head Mountain and the Venetian lighthouse at Akrotiri, both scenic photo stops as the boat sails deeper into the caldera. 4. **Swim and snorkel in private bays**: The crew anchors at bays only reachable from the water, giving you time to swim and snorkel somewhere the land-based crowds cannot follow, before continuing toward the hot springs. 5. **Hot springs swim and a BBQ lunch in a secluded bay**: After the hot springs, the boat moves to a secluded bay where the crew prepares a BBQ lunch, served with beer, wine, and sodas while you relax between swims. 6. **Sail past the volcanic islands and Aspronisi back to Vlihada**: The final stretch sails past the volcanic islands and Aspronisi on the way back to Vlihada Marina, where you disembark and are transferred back to your accommodation. ## FAQs ### What makes the Santorini Dream Catcher Sailing Cruise different from a catamaran cruise? It routes toward private bays only reachable by boat rather than stopping at the busier, well-known beaches, which tends to make the swim stops feel less crowded. ### Is lunch included on this cruise? Yes, a full meal is served onboard along with beer, wine, and sodas, usually at a secluded bay stop. ### Where does the Santorini Dream Catcher Sailing Cruise depart from? It departs from Vlihada Marina on Santorini's southern coast, after pickup from your accommodation. ### Does this cruise pass any historical sites? Yes, the route sails past the Ancient City of Akrotiri, a Bronze Age archaeological site, early in the journey. ### Is this cruise suitable for people prone to seasickness? It runs on a catamaran, which is steadier than a single-hull sailboat, though open water conditions can still vary, so take your usual precautions if you are sensitive. ### How many reviews does this cruise have compared to other options? It has fewer reviews than the biggest catamaran operators on this route, though its rating is strong. Travelers who want the most reviewed option may prefer the Santorini Luxury Catamaran Day Cruise instead.