The Mediterranean · ISLAND HOPPING BOAT TRIPS
Three islands in a day is the standard shape; five is the Dalmatian version. These 15 are compared on how many stops you get, how long the boat sits at each one and what the fare covers.
See Murano glass, quiet Torcello, and colorful Burano on a budget-friendly half-day boat tour from Venice.
“Great value Nice excursion 1 get your ticket at the desk 2 queue for the boat trip”
Review of Santorini’s volcanic islands cruise, with Nea Kameni hike, sulfur springs, Thirassia swim, caldera views, and optional Oia sunset.
“Atmosphere during the trip. Guys were amazing. Also they were very responsible during swimming.”
Review of Dubrovnik’s Elaphite Islands cruise, with lunch, drinks, beaches, swimming, pickup details, itinerary, value, and practical tips.
“Overall it was fine, the gap between islands is about 15 minutes so you don’t actually go that far. The islands were beautiful and the trip was pretty good value for money. The skipper was a bit rude to me when I asked to come onto the boat about 10 minutes early, he asked why, and would t let me come on which I never experienced before. You can t jump off the boat and there is no swimming from the boat it all done when you reach the islands. Food was good and drinks plentiful, although there is only about 15-20 minutes in between each island so you don’t…”
Compare Murano glass and Burano lace on a five-hour private boat tour from Venice, with local guides, free time, and groups of 22 or fewer.
“Great value for the money, tour is wonderful and the guide Selena was great and funny, what a great tour, i ll recommend it because we learned a lot and had such a great time! Thanks”
Review of Split’s Blue Cave and Hvar speedboat tour, with five islands, swimming, snorkeling, costs, rough seas, and practical tips.
“I really enjoyed my time on this tour. Although because of the weather, we could not see the Blue cave I believe that the tour guides did their best to make the trip still really enjoyable. The boat ride was so fun! I feel like I got the most out of the day. My group was also really awesome.”
Review of Dubrovnik’s Elaphiti Islands cruise, with lunch, wine, hotel pickup, island stops, boat comforts, costs, and practical tips.
“very well organised, lovely clean boat and facilites. Had a very enjoyable meal on board, and just the right time on each island. Very pleasant crew”
Review of Split’s Blue Lagoon and three-island cruise, with swimming stops, lunch, wine, practical tips, value, and honest drawbacks.
“Highly recommend, the islands were beautiful and were great swimming spots as well. The food and drinks were great and always on time.”
Cruise from Kos to Kalymnos, Plati, and Pserimos with swimming stops, Greek lunch, dolphin spotting, and friendly crew for $35.
“A lovely, relaxing day out with a tasty lunch and opportunities to swim...as well as see the local dolphins. If you're looking for an alternative to the raucous pirate boats, this is a great option. Thanks to Yanni and the crew!”
Sail from Palau or La Maddalena to Budelli, Santa Maria, Spargi, and Cala Granara for swimming, beaches, island views, and local stories.
“Very nice and safe trip with 3 stops for swim in Chrystal clear water”
Review of Athens’ 10-hour cruise to Agistri, Moni, and Aegina, with Greek lunch, drinks, swimming, tips, costs, and honest drawbacks.
“Beautiful experience - especially loved snorkeling! The crew was so helpful and friendly. This was an amazing day!”
Cruise Capri’s coast, grottos, Faraglioni Rocks, and Blue Grotto with practical tips on timing, seating, swimming, and value.
“Everything was very nice except the blue cave because we had included this but we couldn't enter because the level of the sea raised and they closed the entrance to the cave”
Cruise from Dubrovnik to Lopud, Šipan, and Koločep with drinks, optional lunch, swimming time, and a friendly five-person crew.
“What a wonderful relaxed and relaxing day out in the Elaphiti Islands. Our originally booked tour cancelled at 7pm the night before we were due to go, so we booked this one as an alternative, and it was perfect. Nice amounts of time on the different islands, lovely lunch , plenty of drinks, comfortable boat, friendly staff. I snorkelled on each island and would love to go back to explore more.”
Review of Antalya’s Suluada boat tour, with clear water, three swimming stops, lunch, hotel pickup, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL EXPERIENCE. NO BAD WORDS, GREAT GUIDE AND BEAUTIFUL EXPERIENCE, WORTH EVERY PENNY”
Review of Corfu’s Paxos and Antipaxos cruise, with Blue Caves, Lakka, swimming stops, practical tips, costs, and honest drawbacks.
“Maria is absolutely amazing we were so impressed with her, flipping from one language to the next she is warm and engaging Paxos is stunning I could of stayed all day so glad we booked this trip thanks”
Review of Split’s five-hour Blue Lagoon speedboat tour, with Borkko Beach Bar, Trogir, snorkeling, costs, tips, and honest drawbacks.
“I had a great experience with Booker.Hr. Our guides Luka and Gabriel made the entire journey fun and enjoyable, and made sure everyone was comfortable. We visited beautiful islands — crystal-clear water, great swimming stops, and plenty of time to explore each island. The music on board added to the vibe, and the boat itself was clean and spacious.”
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