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Top 7 Island Day Trips in Greece

7 day trips  ·  from $38 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 7 island day trips in Greece worth a free day, each with its price and the one thing to know before the pickup.

Crete: Day Trip to Agios Nikolaos and Spinalonga Island - Agios Nikolaos and the lake in the center
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Crete: Day Trip to Agios Nikolaos and Spinalonga Island

1.Crete: Day Trip to Agios Nikolaos and Spinalonga Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4,416 reviews · 8 - 11 hours · from $44Our pick

Spend 8 to 11 hours exploring northeastern Crete with hotel pickup, a guide, and transport to Agios Nikolaos, Elounda, and Spinalonga. You get free time in both coastal towns, a boat ride to the former leper colony, and a possible sea swim on the return. Guides such as Manos, Helena, and Alexandra have been praised for clear explanations.

“I loved spinalonga island and the swim in the sea, I had a great day out. I would suggest to spend just one hour in Agios and give the extra half hour to Nikolaos because that's when you go and get lunch and buy snacks after to hold you over for the rest of the day and I felt like I had loads of time left over in the first place but more rushed in the second place but overall a great trip!”

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From Chania: Day Trip to Elafonisi Island Pink Sand Beach - The road from Chania through Topolia Gorge
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From Chania: Day Trip to Elafonisi Island Pink Sand Beach

2.From Chania: Day Trip to Elafonisi Island Pink Sand Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,014 reviews · 450 minutes - 12 hours · from $38Best value

Travel from Chania to Elafonisi with an English, German, or Danish-speaking guide, passing through Topolia Gorge and traditional villages. You’ll have about four hours to swim and relax, then stop for regional food in Elos. Guides such as Simona, Manolis, Mona, and George have earned warm praise for their care and local insight.

“It was very good trip to a one of the best beaches in the world🏖️ A road to Elafonisi was with excited views and intresting stories about Crete from our guide👍”

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Rhodes: Symi Island & Panormitis Monastery Day Trip by Boat - Starting at Mandraki Port
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Rhodes: Symi Island & Panormitis Monastery Day Trip by Boat

3.Rhodes: Symi Island & Panormitis Monastery Day Trip by Boat

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

Sail from Rhodes aboard the Nikolaos X to Panormitis Monastery and Symi Town. You get about an hour at the monastery and 3.5 to 4 hours in Symi for cafés, shops, views, swimming, and lunch. Saturday departures in summer may add a 20-minute swim at Nymporio Bay. Hotel pickup is available from selected areas.

“Great trip, was guided all the way but also was given some time to explore by yourselfs”

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From Heraklion/Crete: Santorini Island Guided Day Trip - Getting from your hotel to Heraklion Port
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From Heraklion/Crete: Santorini Island Guided Day Trip

4.From Heraklion/Crete: Santorini Island Guided Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,448 reviews · 9 - 14 hours · from $200

Take a high-speed ferry from Heraklion to Santorini, then visit Oia and Fira by air-conditioned coach. A multilingual guide, including guides such as Karin on some departures, provides history and practical tips. You get time for photos, shopping, and views, with an optional volcano and hot springs cruise available at extra cost.

“We were skeptical, given the weirdly mixed reviews of this day trip.. but it was actually great! dont get me wrong, it is a long day and very early start however, we had a blast the cruise was really comfortable and modern! it didn't feel like you were really on a boat for the majority of it (it was good weather). the staff were friendly and our tour guide (Karin i think?) was super friendly and gave us a lot of history of the island and some recommended spots. now you can spend A LOT more time in Santorini but its an amazing snippet of what the island has to…”

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From Mykonos: Delos & Rhenia Islands Half-Day Trip by Boat - Meeting at the Old Port
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From Mykonos: Delos & Rhenia Islands Half-Day Trip by Boat

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

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

Spend 6.5 hours at sea with a friendly family crew, swimming off Rhenia, eating a BBQ lunch, and choosing between Delos ruins or more time in the water. Crew members named in activity feedback include Mola, Mohamed, Michael, and Paola. Bring ID, water shoes, sunscreen, and seasickness medicine if needed.

“This cruise was the best!!! The energy and warm welcoming the crew greet you with and maintain during the day just made it so special. Rhenia island has the clearest water we had ever been in and the food on the boat at that stol was 10/10 then the stop at Delos is just long enough to walk round and appreciate its history. The return journey back was just as beautiful as the way out there, even with the choppy waters. A great day out to experience the surrounding islands which is run perfectly by this family crew. Thank you so much guys!! 🙌 🙌”

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Athens: Guided Day Trip to Aegina Island with Swimming - Key points to know before you book
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Athens: Guided Day Trip to Aegina Island with Swimming

6.Athens: Guided Day Trip to Aegina Island with Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 203 reviews · 11 hours · from $57Top rated

Travel from Piraeus to Aegina in about 70 minutes, then explore Byzantine churches, Saint Nektarios Monastery, Athena Aphaia, a beach, and Aegina town. Guides such as Vivian, Vasilis, and Dimitra bring the island’s past to life, while included island transport keeps this full day manageable.

“Vivian was AMAZING. Very kind, thoughtful and a knowledgeable guide. She was very thorough and made us feel safe. This trip to Aegina was beautiful.”

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Santorini: Guided Island Day Trip with Beach Visit - Starting high at Prophet Elias Monastery
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Santorini: Guided Island Day Trip with Beach Visit

7.Santorini: Guided Island Day Trip with Beach Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 34 reviews · 10 hours · from $82

Spend 10 hours touring Santorini by bus with an English-speaking guide. Visit Prophet Elias, Pyrgos, Akrotiri, Red Beach, Fira, and Oia. Guides such as Nicolas, George, and Tanya have helped make the day informative and easy to follow. Expect striking views, archaeological sites, free time, and a sunset stop in Oia.

“Highlight was the sunset in Ohia and seeing the iconic buildings! Nicolas and George were the perfect pair as guide and bus driver. Nicholas was so informative and funny. Throughly enjoyed my trip”

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