Mediterranean · TOUR REVIEWS

The World's 15 Best Mediterranean Boat Trips

860 tours  ·  from $5 a head

Ten countries, one sea, and a different kind of hull in every port. These 15 are the sailings that earn a whole day, with what each costs, how long it runs and where it leaves from.

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table - Boarding options, transfers, and the three-hour schedule
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table

1.Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 62,058 reviews · 3 hours · from $28Our pick

Spend three hours aboard a Mega Lüfer yacht, crossing between Europe and Asia while dining at a private table. You’ll pass Dolmabahçe Palace, Rumeli Fortress, the bridges, and Maiden’s Tower, with Turkish folk dance, dervishes, flamenco, belly dance, Sirtaki, music, and a DJ. Choose standard or VIP dining, window or stage seating, drinks, and hotel pickup.

“Great way to spend the evening. Nice food, good atmosphere, and great views of Istanbul from the Bosphorus. I can recommend this activity!”

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Boat Trip: Glimpse of Murano, Torcello & Burano Islands - Leaving Venice across Saint Mark’s Basin
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Boat Trip: Glimpse of Murano, Torcello & Burano Islands

2.Boat Trip: Glimpse of Murano, Torcello & Burano Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 15,699 reviews · 4.5 - 5.5 hours · from $29

Cruise from Venice to Murano, Torcello, and Burano in about five hours. Watch a glass-blowing demonstration, stroll quiet Torcello, and explore Burano’s painted houses and lace shops. A multilingual host provides commentary onboard, while you explore each island independently. Bring lunch, as the stops are short.

“Everything is good, easy to reach location, convenient, comfortable and on time to explorer the islands. Just if can stay a bit longer time in Burano for lunch will be prefect.”

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Istanbul: Daytime or Sunset Sightseeing Cruise & Audio Guide - Boarding at Karaköy and choosing your place
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Istanbul: Daytime or Sunset Sightseeing Cruise & Audio Guide

3.Istanbul: Daytime or Sunset Sightseeing Cruise & Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 14,430 reviews · 2 hours · from $8Best value

Spend two hours aboard a Mega Lüfer yacht, passing Maiden’s Tower, Dolmabahçe Palace, Rumeli Fortress, and the Bosphorus bridges. Choose a daytime or sunset sailing, then add snacks, dinner, or alcoholic drinks. Bring headphones and a charged phone for the audio guide, and arrive early if you want the best outdoor seats.

“Great sunset tour - totally worth it ! Try to go early so you get the best seats on the boat. seat on left hand side (facing forward) as shore and attractions are on that side.”

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show - The menu: Turkish starters, three main-course choices
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show

4.Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 12,954 reviews · 3 hours · from $28

Spend three hours sailing between Europe and Asia aboard Turyol Bosfor. Enjoy Turkish starters, grilled meatballs, chicken, fish, dessert, and selected unlimited drinks, then watch 1.5 hours of folk dances, belly dancing, live music, and DJ sets. Hotel pickup is optional, and staff such as Blake, Elvis, and Sadi are noted for attentive service.

“The entertainment when we had it. The DJ did a great job with the music. That got everyone up and dancing after the belly dancer.”

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Santorini: Volcanic Islands Cruise with Hot Springs Visit - Getting to the boat from Fira and the villages
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Santorini: Volcanic Islands Cruise with Hot Springs Visit

5.Volcanic Islands Cruise with Hot Springs Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 10,869 reviews · 3 - 10 hours · from $29

Sail aboard a traditional wooden boat through Santorini’s caldera, hike Nea Kameni’s volcanic slopes, and swim near Palea Kameni. You’ll also stop at Thirassia for another swim. The basic cruise returns around 15:45. Add the Oia option for 2 to 3 hours in the village and sunset views, with bus transport afterward.

“This tour was a highlight of my visit - the team on the boat were friendly and the guide was passionate about the history of the islands and the volcano and he explained it very well! It is off-season so we had the crater and the thermal springs to ourselves - you do have to jump off the boat and swim over to them (this time of year the waters were lukewarm but still very nice!). The views are incredible!”

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Murano & Burano: Boat Tour with Guide & Glass Factory Visit - The Boat Ride Across the Venetian Lagoon
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Murano & Burano: Boat Tour with Guide & Glass Factory Visit

6.Murano & Burano: Boat Tour with Guide & Glass Factory Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 10,716 reviews · 4.5 - 7 hours · from $23

Cruise from Venice to Murano and Burano with a multilingual guide, a live Murano glassblowing demonstration, and free time on both islands. Isabel is one guide praised for her friendly, clear help. Choose a shorter or longer option, enjoy lagoon views from the boat’s terrace, and return to Venice after a relaxed island outing.

“Everything go well, really smoothly. The tour guide is reliable.”

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Split: Krka Waterfalls Trip with Boat Cruise and Swimming - Skradin and the river entrance to Krka
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Split: Krka Waterfalls Trip with Boat Cruise and Swimming

7.Split: Krka Waterfalls Trip with Boat Cruise and Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 10,519 reviews · 9 hours · from $31

Spend nine hours exploring Krka National Park and Primošten from Split. Ride a 30-minute river boat to Skradinski Buk, join an English-speaking guide such as Ante, Leo, or Gianna, then enjoy two hours for swimming, lunch, or old-town walks in Primošten. Entry tickets may be extra, depending on the option you choose.

“it was very nice lovely views and walk around. steep steps in one part. great day.”

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Venice: Burano, Torcello & Murano Boat Tour w/Glassblowing - Murano: glass, craft, and a short shopping stop
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Venice: Burano, Torcello & Murano Boat Tour w/Glassblowing

8.Venice: Burano, Torcello & Murano Boat Tour w/Glassblowing

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 10,245 reviews · 6 hours · from $28

From St. Mark’s, ride a panoramic boat through the Venetian Lagoon to Murano, Burano, and Torcello. You’ll watch a short glassblowing demonstration, get free time on each island, and hear multilingual commentary from a host such as Francesca. This is a flexible sightseeing trip, not a guided walking tour.

“lovely day. unfortunately it was very hot. the glass blowing was fantastic.”

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Palma de Mallorca: 5-Hour Catamaran Cruise with Lunch & Swim - Two Stops, With Some Flexibility Built In
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Palma de Mallorca: 5-Hour Catamaran Cruise with Lunch & Swim

9.Palma de Mallorca: 5-Hour Catamaran Cruise with Lunch & Swim

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9,957 reviews · 5 hours · from $69

Spend five hours aboard Magic Catamarans from Palma, with two swimming stops near Portals Vells or Cala Vella, snorkeling, a barbecue buffet, drinks, music, and views of the coast. Choose a 10 AM or 3:30 PM departure. Captain Perez and the crew have earned praise for keeping the mood friendly and well organized.

“Everything about this tour was excellent Snorkeling was great ! The captain and his crew were wonderful ! The female crew member even got my husband dancing ! The food and wine was very enjoyable, Will recommend this tour to all my friends, Thank You 😀”

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Blue Cave Small-Group Boat Tour from Dubrovnik - The boat ride is fun, but expect spray and bumps
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Blue Cave Small-Group Boat Tour from Dubrovnik

10.Blue Cave Small-Group Boat Tour from Dubrovnik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9,360 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $84Top rated

Spend about four hours on a shared speedboat from Dubrovnik, visiting the Blue Cave, Koločep’s three sea caves, and Sunj Beach on Lopud. You swim into the caves rather than taking the boat inside. The group is limited to 12, with snorkeling gear and one drink at each stop. Captains such as Anthony, Roko, Dino, and James are praised for keeping the trip friendly and safe.

“Such a great experience! Dominic was a great captain and guide. He was fun, friendly, and we had a blast. The caves and mountains are beautiful. Strongly recommend if you have any free time. Thank you!”

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Full-Day Dubrovnik Elaphite Islands Cruise with Lunch and Drinks - Lopud: Šunj Beach, gardens, and a gentle start
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Full-Day Dubrovnik Elaphite Islands Cruise with Lunch and Drinks

11.Full-Day Dubrovnik Elaphite Islands Cruise with Lunch and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8,823 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $78

Spend eight hours island hopping from Dubrovnik to Lopud, Sipan, and Kolocep. You get free time for Šunj Beach, village walks, swimming, and snorkeling, plus a generous lunch and drinks on board. Emily, Darko, and the crew are often praised for friendly service, though the boat can feel busy and lively.

“Too many people, too laud. Not my style. looks like many others enjoy it. The service was good as well as the food.”

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Malaga: Catamaran Sailing Trip with Sunset Option - Watching the sun fade behind the mountains
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Malaga: Catamaran Sailing Trip with Sunset Option

12.Malaga: Catamaran Sailing Trip with Sunset Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 8,613 reviews · 1 - 1.5 hours · from $16

Sail from Malaga for 1 to 1.5 hours on a spacious catamaran, watching the sun fade behind the mountains as the city lights appear. You can choose a cruise with or without a light show, and select the cava option for a drink onboard. English and Spanish speaking crew are provided. Live music runs on selected dates until mid-September.

“This was a lot of fun. Sitting on the nets was extra fun when the waves came in... totally worth doing this experience when you're here!”

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Murano & Burano Islands Guided Small-Group Tour by Private Boat - Murano: a short look at a guarded glass tradition
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Murano & Burano Islands Guided Small-Group Tour by Private Boat

13.Murano & Burano Islands Guided Small-Group Tour by Private Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7,580 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $36

Travel from central Venice to Murano and Burano by private water taxi with a local guide. Watch glassblowing, see handmade lace, browse colorful canals, and enjoy free time on both islands. Guides have included Silvia, Serena, Frankie, Alice, and Elena. The five-hour tour costs $36.28 per person and runs in English.

“Had a nice boat ride to the islands of Murano and Burano. The guide was very knowledgeable and loved the explanation as to the creation of the Venice. The colorful homes and village in Burano was spectacular not to mention the impressive glass making example in Murano. Definitely worth seeing!!”

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Blue cave, Mamma Mia and Hvar, 5 islands speedboat tour - Coffee and seafood in Komiža
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Blue cave, Mamma Mia and Hvar, 5 islands speedboat tour

14.Blue cave, Mamma Mia and Hvar, 5 islands speedboat tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7,150 reviews · 10 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $111

Spend 10 to 12 hours racing from Split or Trogir across the Adriatic on an open-air speedboat. Visit the Blue Cave, Komiža, Stiniva Cove, Budikovac, and Hvar, with a photo stop at Mamma Mia beach. Crews may include Stipe, Korina, Ella, Matea, or Nino. Expect spray, wind, bumpy waves, and a full day outdoors.

“Great fun day out, speedboats were great fun, You Will Get Wet and thrown around a bit, beautiful islands visited. Blue cave was nice, certainly not worth the entrance fee, but still worth a visit. Guide and driver/skipper we really good.”

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Sliema: Cruise to Comino, Crystal Lagoon, and Blue Lagoon - Leaving Sliema and following Malta’s north coast
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Sliema: Cruise to Comino, Crystal Lagoon, and Blue Lagoon

15.Sliema: Cruise to Comino, Crystal Lagoon, and Blue Lagoon

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6,855 reviews · 7h 30m · from $41

Spend about 7.5 hours cruising Malta’s north coast from Sliema to Gozo and Comino. Swim at Crystal Lagoon from May to October, enjoy up to 3.5 hours at Blue Lagoon, and see Comino’s sea caves. Captain John Paul and the crew provide commentary, a waterslide, toilets, and an onboard bar. Option B adds Gozo time for a shorter Blue Lagoon stop.

“Loved it, especially when we got to the Blue Lagoon and Comino Island. It was a little crowded but I immediately started exploring and hiking the island and was rewarded with incredible views and no people around. So highly recommend doing that with some of your time on the island. Staff was great. Also, skip the seats up top and move outside to the front of the boat for the best views.”

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