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Vlichada Beach trips

Our most recommended Vlichada Beach trips

Santorini: Premium Catamaran Cruise with Fresh BBQ & Drinks

1. Santorini: Premium Catamaran Cruise with Fresh BBQ & Drinks

Climb aboard the 74-foot Ocean Voyager or the 80-foot Tahiti catamaran for a 5-hour cruise around Santorini in the Aegean Sea. Set off on a journey of discovery that will first take you to the hot springs, then the Red Beach, and finally the White Beach. Swim and snorkel and tuck into a delicious meal onboard. Start your adventure with a comfortable hotel pickup and set sail for beautiful Red Beach to swim and snorkel for 30 minutes. Continue to a secluded White Beach, only accessible from the sea, for more swimming and snorkeling in the shadow of the towering white cliffs. Onboard the catamaran, savor a barbecue supper of salads and grilled meat and veggie options. Continue sailing inside the crescent-shaped Caldera, close to the volcano, and enjoy a final dip in the Hot Springs, before sailing back to Oia as the day ends with a spectacular sunset.

Santorini: Private Catamaran Cruise with Food & Drinks

2. Santorini: Private Catamaran Cruise with Food & Drinks

Discover the stunning Santorini coastline on this catamaran tour from Vlychada Marina. Sail to sights like Red Beach, White Beach, and the volcanic hot springs. Enjoy a delicious meal paired with local wine and beer. Embark on a day trip around Santorini starting with convenient pickup (with extra charge) from your accommodation and a transfer to your catamaran. Discover unique parts of the island that are not reachable by car and uncover worlds under the waves with the included snorkeling gear. Depart from the Vlychada Marina in the morning or afternoon. Along the way, there will be many beautiful spots to relax, swim, and snorkel at Red Beach, White Beach, and Mésa Pigádia beach. Admire views of Indian Rock and the 18-century Venetian Lighthouse Keep your camera ready to capture the magical sunset onboard if you choose the sunset cruise. Enjoy lunch prepared onboard of fresh seafood, chicken fillet, and salads, or a vegetarian meal (upon request). Return to your accommodation at the end of your tour.

Santorini: Horse Riding Trip to Black Sandy Beach

3. Santorini: Horse Riding Trip to Black Sandy Beach

Embark on a horse riding adventure in Santorini. Glide along the shores of Vlichada on horseback and take in the views of this volcanic beach. Stop for photos and enjoy the support of an on-hand guide. Begin your horse riding adventure by having an expert show you the basics with all the necessary equipment. After starting your journey at the magical dunes of Caldera Beach, head to the Santorini fields to admire the unblemished beauty of nature, taking in panoramic views of the Aegean Sea. Next, your path will lead you to the black beach of Vlichada, where you’ll ride along the shoreline dipping in and out of the water’s edge. Here you’ll have the chance to stop and take photos of the surrounding landscape and appreciate the picturesque sand dunes all around. Finally, you’ll continue along a route that takes you back to your stable, finishing your journey where you began but enriched with memories that will last a lifetime.

Santorini: Catamaran Caldera Cruise with Meal and Drinks

4. Santorini: Catamaran Caldera Cruise with Meal and Drinks

Enjoy the spectacular beauty of the Caldera and the beautiful Santorini sunset, while sailing with a luxury catamaran. Select from the Day Cruise or Sunset Cruise options which both offer a unique chance to admire Santorini’s beauty, sailing through the deep blue waters of the island. Start your Day Cruise journey from the old port of Ammoudi and head to Thirassia Island, a fishermen’s island ideal for swimming and admiring the unique view of Manolas village. Explore the unmanned volcanic beaches or sunbathe on the deck. Feel the energy of the volcano while heading to the hot springs. Sail towards the Black Mountain and the big light house south of the Caldera, as you head to the White Beach and the Red Beach for a swim when anchored, a delicious lunch is served onboard with wine and dessert. The Sunset Cruise begins with a stop at the Red Beach for a refreshing swim and stops at all the same locations as the Day Cruise. On the Sunset Cruise, enjoy dinner with wine and dessert served onboard.

Santorini: Catamaran Cruise with Meals and Drinks

5. Santorini: Catamaran Cruise with Meals and Drinks

Be driven to the luxury catamaran and take a 5-hour cruise off the coast of Santorini. Hop aboard the catamaran and explore Santorini from the water on this relaxing cruise adventure. Choose from the daytime or evening option, and feast on delicious food as you go. Experience the beauty of the island as you set sail from the southern port of Vlychada. Follow the coast to the red sands of Red Beach. Take a swim in the shallow waters of a private beach.  Venture below the Indian Rocks and marvel at the sea caves and rock formations close to an old Venetian lighthouse. Admire the volcanic landscape as you travel through the middle of the caldera. Visit the hot springs for a healing mud bath before going to a private bay at Palea Kammeni Island. For the sunset option, journey out to open waters after dinner and watch a magnificent sunset in the middle of the Aegean Sea. Then, sail back to port, where a driver will wait to take you back to your hotel.

Santorini: Luxury Sunset Cruise with Dinner & Open Bar

6. Santorini: Luxury Sunset Cruise with Dinner & Open Bar

Depart from the picturesque beach of Vlychada. Sail along Red Beach, White Beach, Black Mountain Beach, and the lighthouse south of the Caldera.  Continue along the Caldera coastline to the volcanic islands and the famous hot springs for snorkeling and swimming. Be left breathless while sailing along the beautiful coastline admiring the unique Caldera. Make your last stop at Thirassia Island for dinner with wine and dessert. On the return to the port of Ammoudi, admire the spectacular colors of the world-famous Santorini sunset. 

From Fira: Santorini Wrangler Jeep Convoy Tour & Villages

7. From Fira: Santorini Wrangler Jeep Convoy Tour & Villages

The tour starts with transfer from your hotel to the starting point. The tour starts after a short breefing about the Jeeps and the places that we will visit. The convoy starts with a small tour around Pyrgos village to showcase the panoramic view of Kamari, mostly to let the guests get acquainted with driving the car. Then follows the first off road part from Pyrgos all the way down to Megalochori village After that, the first stop is at the windmills in Emporio. Off road drive to Vlychada, small stop to the port of Vlychada (1st toilet stop if requested) followed by a quick tour to Perivolos black beach. From there we head to the main off road part that heads to Theros Beach, where we make the first Drone video and photo session. After Theros we head to Saint Anna church where we follow a small trail to a secret and quiet beach for a 40 minutes beach stop and then we return for the BBQ break at the church of Saint Anna for approximately 40 minutes. Continuing our drive we head for the Akrotiri area, towards Kaminia Beach where we climb the panoramic side and then we drive until the point of Akrotiri for a stop and second drone session to a magnificent point overlooking the caldera. (Lets say above the white beach) Finally we drive until Megalochori to a beautiful and not crowdy sunset point for the last drone session before returning to the starting point.

Santorini: ATV-Quad Experience

8. Santorini: ATV-Quad Experience

Encounter the best Santorini has to offer while feeling the thrill of riding an ATV. See great architecture, natural features like a caldera, and locals-only spots on this inclusive tour. Begin your Santorini quad tour at the black beach at Persia. Kick start your day with an off-road adventure to Emporio and the Venetian Castle. Cruise a labyrinth of old, traditional streets on foot, and feel free to explore yourself. Continue through a landscape of windmills and vineyards to the village of Megalochori, considered by locals to be the most traditional in Santorini. You'll also encounter a magnificent caldera, and visit Santorini's one of the oldest wine cellar in Megalochori for a tasting session or traditional Greek coffee or juice. Ride along the caldera and visit the hidden, tucked away places that only the locals know about. Explore a chapel located inside a hidden cave, and enjoy a ride to Vlichada solely on off-road paths. Finally, your tour concludes with a trip back to Perissa.

Santorini: Catamaran Cruise with Meal & Open Bar

9. Santorini: Catamaran Cruise with Meal & Open Bar

Your sailing experience begins and ends at the old marina of Vlychada. Cruising along the coastline, you pass White Beach and then the catamaran throws anchor at the famous volcanic Red Beach for a refreshing swim. Continuing the pleasant sail, you can admire the mystical surroundings as the catamaran sails near the Venetian lighthouse, on the southern part of the breathtaking Caldera. Your second stop is at the volcano hot springs, where you will swim and feel the warm healing waters. Sailing to the main stop, the picturesque island of Thirassia, you can enjoy a relaxing swim and snorkeling in the crystal clear water, while the crew prepares a delicious meal for you. Indulge in finger foods, fresh fruit, homemade desserts, shrimp, mussels, tzatziki, Greek salads, and pasta smothered with Mediterranean sauce. Quaff a beverage at the open bar. Conclude the journey sated after passing through Indian Rock and the amazing Black Mountain.

Santorini: Private Day Cruise

10. Santorini: Private Day Cruise

Set out on a morning sailing adventure. Depart from the picturesque settlement of Oia at the postcard-like Ammoudi port. The morning cruise takes you to the volcanic archipelago and allows you to see up close the islet of Thirassia. Enjoy a great swim here. Continue to the volcanic islands and hot springs with therapeutic water for snorkeling or swimming. Sail along the emblematic Caldera coastline, by the Black Rock of the Indian and the lunar-shaped beaches of the island. Admire the unearthly Black Mountain Beach, White Beach and Red Beach, which is where lunch, dessert, and wine are served. Finish the cruise at the picturesque beach of Vlychada.

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What people are saying about Vlichada

I booked this as a gift, it was perfect and definitely worth the cost in my eyes. The food and drinks were plenty too. the sightseeing and swimming opportunities were great. The people we went with were friendly which made the experience in itself. Would highly recommend.

Everything was excellent!!!! Highly recommended !!!! Due to weather issues, they changed the tour for a day later and they were very responsible.

Super interesting to visit the island from a different angle and discover beautiful villages. Excellent guide!

Great tour! The company was very organized - we had a wonderful time. Definitely recommend during your trip!

One of the most gorgeous sunsets we’ve ever seen! Absolutely loved every moment of this day.