13 Island Day Trips in Greece Worth Boarding

1.All Day Cruise -3 Islands to Agistri,Moni, Aegina with lunch and drinks included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,958 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $180Our pick

Spend about 10 hours aboard the Calypso, a motorized wooden sailing ship with a five-person crew, visiting Agistri and Aegina plus a swimming stop at Moni or Metopi. Sam, Mo, and Elizabeth help with island tips, while lunch, drinks, snorkeling gear, and Wi-Fi are included.

“Crew was very nice; ship was old and tired with sun mats that you had to crawl across lots of people to get in and out of. Had to keep removing shoes to go on/ off these. Back of the boat was the smoking section (on a boat? But entire crew smoked) so couldn’t go there. Bathroom ok. It was the end of the season so through no fault of the crew, the islands were completely dead and not worth going to; middle island is uninhabited and they just anchored off it for a swim. Food was very good for lunch and wine was OK. Mediocre experience overall.”

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2.Islands Swimming Day Cruise. DJ, Lunch & Drinks inc.

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,887 reviews · 9 hours · from $129

Leave from Kallithea for a nine-hour Saronic Gulf cruise with swimming stops at Agistri and Metopi, free time in Aegina, a Greek buffet, soft drinks, coffee, water, wine, and a live DJ. The spacious boat has sunbeds, beanbags, two bars, showers, and inflatable water toys.

“It was fantastic!!! The atmosphere was incredible, thanks to the fantastic DJ. The food was delicious,, the staff was incredibly friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience even more enjoyable. Everything was perfectly organized, and I would definitely recommend this cruise to anyone looking for an unforgettable experience!❤️❤️❤️”

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3.Symi Island & Panormitis Monastery Day Trip by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,784 reviews · 9 hours · from $53

Take the Nikolaos X ferry from Rhodes to Symi, stopping first at Panormitis Monastery for about an hour, then spend 3.5 to 4 hours in Symi Town. You’ll have open-deck and indoor seating, a snack bar, bathrooms, hotel transfers on selected options, and a map for exploring independently.

“Absolutely beautiful island Plenty time to wander and do some exploring. The monastery visit was respectful despite there being so many of us. The town of Symi is stunning, time to swim, eat or climb into the town for spectacular views.”

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4.Athens Day Cruise: 3 Islands Tour in the Saronic Gulf with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,218 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $157

Leave Marina Zeas at 9 a.m. for a full day in the Saronic Gulf. Cruise to Agistri and Aegina, stop to swim and snorkel near Metopi or another sheltered island, and enjoy Greek lunch, snacks, WiFi, and unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks. Jason may be among the lively guides.

“Jason our guide was so friendly and fun. Lunch was good and they also provided coffee and breads for breakfast Pistachio island was so interesting. It was great on such a hot day to be able to cool off by swimming in the sea”

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5.Delos & Rhenia Islands Half-Day Trip by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 750 reviews · 6.5 hours · from $101

Spend 6.5 hours sailing from Mykonos to Rhenia and Delos with a friendly family crew. Swim from the boat, eat a BBQ lunch with drinks, then explore Delos independently for about two hours. Crew names linked with the experience include Mola, Mohamed, Michael, and Paola.

“I would highly recommend the boat trip! It was such an amazing experience. From swimming in the crystal blue ocean in Rhenia to the visit of Delos, the fresh food & drinks given by the crew and the wonderful happy ending of the journey with amazing music made the day perfect. Thank you again so much for this amazing day.”

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6.Skiathos: Mamma Mia Island and Beach Day Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 717 reviews · 7 hours · from $63

Sail from Skiathos to Skopelos aboard the Kalypso for a seven-hour beach day with Kastani, Panormos, and Milia Beach. Expect ABBA music, film-location pointers, swimming time, a tavern lunch stop, and an optional minibus ride to Agios Ioannis Chapel for about €15 to €16.

“Had an amazing day exploring Skopelos, transport came to our nearest bus stop to pick us up and from there everything was organised and ready for us to hop on and off the buses along the way, the boat was busier than expected but still enough room to have a seat and relax! The guide was lovely and informed us of anything special to look out for, very good value for money and only €15 to travel to the Mamma Mia Chapel, absolutely beautiful!”

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7.From Skiathos: Sea and Sun Island Day Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 399 reviews · 7 - 8 hours · from $56

Spend 7 to 8 hours aboard the Kalypso, cruising from Skiathos to Lalaria, Kastro, a mainland lunch stop, and Tsougria. Expect an English-speaking guide, music, a bar, shaded seating, and swimming time. Guide Tatiana and host Demetra have earned special praise for their warm service.

“Great cruise - get a lot for the price, 4 stunning and very varied stops, really enjoyable day. Let down slightly by the lack of effort and engagement from the crew...felt like they put in the minimum effort required. For example the girl serving at the bar and using the mic was constantly on her phone and smoking, this obviously could've waited until we stopped somewhere. She seemed a bit disinterested and it was quite unprofessional. Which is a shame, as the cruise and the places we visited were fantastic.”

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8.Day Trip to Symi Island by Fast Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 292 reviews · 7 - 10 hours · from $50

Take a fast boat from Rhodes Town to Symi, with hotel pickup available at selected resorts. You get about four hours to explore Gialos, shop for handmade goods, photograph the colorful hillside homes, and try Simiako Garidaki, the island’s baby shrimp dish.

“Trip was great exactly as advertised. George messaged me on WhatsApp confirming the arrangements for collecting the tickets which was very helpful. Would recommend booking this trip as it’s plenty of time in Symi to eat, shop and explore.”

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9.Kefalonia Island Full Day Tour by Bus & Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 238 reviews · 10 hours · from $99

Spend a full day crossing from Zakynthos to Kefalonia, then ride through mountain roads to Drogarati Cave, Melissani Lake, Agia Efimia, Myrtos Beach, and Argostoli. An English-speaking guide such as Vera or Alexandra adds context, but expect a long day with limited time at each stop and extra entrance fees.

“This is a tour around Kefalonia. It contains lots of transportation, via ferry, bus and even more bus. It focuses on the sights, skipping swimming and beach-strolling. This must be understood. If you know this, you will have a wonderful time, like I did. I especially wanted to do it like this, as I have spent my other days on the beach and in the sea. No need to do it again here. For me the highlights were the visit to the monastery (I love beautiful churches) and Melissani lake (simply, it is magical), the rest was just bonus (do not miss the Kefalonian meat pie for lunch). Our Guide…”

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10.All Day Cruise – Paxos and Antipaxos Islands with Blue Caves

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 123 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $67

Spend about 10 hours sailing from Corfu to Paxos, Antipaxos, and the Blue Caves. You’ll have roughly two hours in Gaios, a short swim stop near Voutoumi Beach, and time to enjoy the boat. Hotel transfers are available, but early port arrival helps you claim a better seat.

“On a failli tomber du bateau et perdre nos affaires. Cerise sur le gâteau: on a même pas visiter les grottes bleues alors que c’était prévu dans le planning de la croisière.”

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11.Paxos Island Full-Day Cruise with Blue Caves

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 120 reviews · 10 hours · from $73

Spend 10 hours at sea from Corfu to Paxos and Antipaxos. See the Blue Caves, swim and snorkel at Paradise Beach, then walk Gaios village. A bar is available onboard, but food and drinks cost extra. Hotel pickup is optional.

“The boat we booked was rescheduled for the following day due to weather. The next day after paying for transportation to the port we were then informed that the boat was cancelled only after being informed by non-related workers at the port. There was 0 communication from this company. Despite all of this I was still charged for the boat I never went on. Avoid at all costs.”

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12.Half Day Cruise on a Sailing Yacht in Corfu Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 108 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Sail Corfu’s northeast coast for four hours on a private yacht for up to 10 people. Expect swimming near Strogylo, Barbati, Kalami, or Kerasia, plus snorkeling gear, SUP, snacks, drinks, WiFi, and a crew that can help plan celebrations.

“We are a family of 5 who visited corfu on a cruise ship. We had a 2 week vacation in Italy and on the cruise and each of us listed this as one of our top 1-2 experiences of our trip. Panos our captain and Veronika our stewardess were outstanding. they went above and beyond to ensure we had a great time, were fun and very personable. the sailing yacht was wonderful and spacious. We were able to find 2 separate swimming sites with crystal clear water and coves to swim into This is not the cheapest option, but provided excellent value and exceeded our expectations”

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13.Zakynthos Half Day Tour and Cruise Turtle Island and Keri Caves

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 50 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $36Best value

Cruise from Laganas on a glass-bottom boat to the Keri Caves, Marathonisi Turtle Island, and Cameo Island. Expect hotel pickup, bottled water, a captain-guide, and swimming stops. Captain Alexander and Dennis have earned warm praise, though turtle sightings and tour length can vary.

“Best Captain/Guide! He treated nature, especially the carettas, with great respect. Was very funny and caring!”

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