Evening Tours in Greece: 15 Ways to Spend the Cool Hours

1.Cape Sounion & Poseidon Temple Sunset Half-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 8,241 reviews · 5h 30m · from $23Our pick

Travel from central Athens to Cape Sounion by comfortable air-conditioned bus, following the Athenian Riviera to the Temple of Poseidon. An English-speaking archaeologist guide shares Greek myths and local history, then you get free time for the site and sunset. Bring €20 for entry, comfortable shoes, a jacket, and headphones for the audio guide app.

“A fantastic half-day trip that is absolutely worth every penny! The organization was seamless and the views at the Temple of Poseidon were simply breathtaking. The highlight of the tour was definitely our amazing guide – she was incredibly kind, witty, and kept us entertained with fascinating stories and insights. You can really tell she’s passionate about history and loves what she does. Thank you for such a memorable experience!”

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2.Santorini Wine Adventure with 12 Wine Tastings, Tapas and Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,715 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $181Top rated

Visit three Santorini wineries, taste 12 wines, and learn why volcanic soil and basket-trained vines shape the island’s bottles. Hotel pickup, local cheese, cold cuts, and snacks are included. Choose the sunset option for a final tasting at Santo Wines, with caldera views and photos from your guide. Guides may include Elena, Angelo, Kristina, Marina, or Giannis.

“Great wines, plenty of matching foods, and easy pick-up from our hotel. Giannis was very informative and very funny.”

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3.Santorini Catamaran Cruise with Greek Meal, Open-Bar and Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,694 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $181

Spend about five hours aboard a 42 to 56-foot catamaran off Santorini, with hotel pickup, a Greek meal, white wine, Greek beer, swimming at the volcanic hot springs and Red Beach, and an optional sunset. Luxury sailings add views of Oia and Ammoudi Bay. Shared boats hold up to 20 people.

“Full experience on the catamaran… delicious dinner, friendly staff, amazing views. The crew went above and beyond to ensure guests had the entire experience.highly recommend this activity”

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4.Sunset Cruise with Greek BBQ and Unlimited Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,513 reviews · 3 hours · from $35

Set sail from Mandraki Harbour aboard the Aphrodite Duchess for three relaxed hours of swimming, Greek BBQ, unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, and Aperol Spritz. You will stop at Kallithea Springs, then watch the sunset from the water. The crew, including Panos, Katia, and Katerina, keeps the mood friendly and easygoing.

“Tried to upgrade ticket at harbour to include food but lady was very unhelpful + told me to come back at 5pm but it was busy at this time. Crew on the ship helped me on + off ship as my mobility isn't great , they also upgraded my ticket to include the Greek BBQ without any hassle . Was a very enjoyable experience on the ship, water was lovely and warm + took some amazing pictures of the sun setting . I would recommend this cruise and the crew can't do enough for you 😊”

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5.Santorini Wine Stories: Sunset Tour with Tasting & Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,285 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $209

Join a sommelier-led evening through Santorini’s vineyards, with visits to three wineries, 10 local wines, cellar visits, dinner, and a sunset stop. Guides including Nicolas, Constantine, and Rafael explain Assyrtiko, Nykteri, Vinsanto, and the island’s volcanic soil. Pickup, water, wine, food, and taxes are included.

“This was the perfect excursion for our visit to Santorini! Constantine was our Sommelier. He is very knowledgeable about the Greek wines and the vineyards. I am not a wine connoisseur by any means, but in our tasting, I found multiple wines that I liked. The sunset was magnificent at the winery and we had the “best table in the house”! Amazing!”

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6.Santorini Sunset Luxury Sailing Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, drinks, transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,170 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $133

Spend about five hours sailing from Vlychada Port around Santorini’s Red Beach, White Beach, volcano, lighthouse, and hot springs. Swim, snorkel, enjoy a freshly cooked Greek BBQ, and drink local wine, beer, soft drinks, and water. Hotel transfers, towels, music, and a restroom are included. Sunset and daytime departures are available.

“This might be the best “excursion” I have ever done in years of cruises and travel. The crew was fantastic, the weather of course, and the food and drinks and sights and activities.”

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7.Sunset or Morning Quad with Local Products Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,135 reviews · 3 hours

Start at Peninsula Resort in Agia Pelagia with a quad-driving lesson and practice run. Then follow quiet mountain paths to Achlada, an abandoned village, and a family olive oil mill for tastings of oil, olives, and honey. The sunset route ends above the bay, with English, French, German, or Greek guidance.

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8.Santorini Day Tour with Sunset in Oia

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,130 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $71

Spend about 10 hours seeing Santorini beyond Fira and Oia. A guide leads you through Akrotiri and Emporio, then you have beach time at Perissa, a winery visit, and free time for sunset in Oia. Guides may include Kim, Christina, Olga, Christine, or Maggie. Pickup times and meeting points vary.

“The tour was great and our tour guide was funny and knowledgeable. Docking the two stars because we didn't visit the Akrotiri Archaelogical Site as this tour states. We weren't given an explanation other than "This tour doesn't go there, another one of our tour does", but we booked this one, the one that included it, and we were definitely in the correct tour as we were called by name. It was a bit disappointing as that was the main reason we picked this tour over the others.”

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9.Sunset Sailing Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with BBQ and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,105 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $95

Spend about five hours sailing from Ammoudi or Athinios, swimming near the volcano, Red Beach, and White Beach, and eating a BBQ lunch or dinner on board. Captain Sakis and the crew keep things moving with music, drinks, and clear instructions. Hotel pickup, snorkeling gear, shade, and return transport are included.

“Love love LOVED our Sunset Oia experience. We booked for two on Viator after literal weeks of deliberation on whether or not we should spent that amount of money for a sunset cruise (approx $145 USD each). This trip was our favorite thing we did on our 2-week Greece vacation and possibly ever. - The staff was so kind and accommodating, we felt so taken care of before we even stepped foot on the boat to when it was time for us to be dropped off to our hotel by the Sunset Oia driver. - The boat itself was bordering the definition of luxurious, and very clean. - They did…”

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10.Sunset Guided Tour with Hotel Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 900 reviews · 5 hours · from $62

This five-hour English-language van tour takes you from your hotel to Red Beach, Akrotiri Lighthouse, Profitis Ilias Monastery, the Three Bells of Fira, and Oia for sunset. Guides such as Nikolas, Irini, and Irene are praised for island knowledge and helpful photos. Expect walking on uneven ground, a short bakery stop, and about an hour in Oia.

“Brilliant tour with in-depth history of the island of Santorini. Great tour guide Irene and bus driver made this trip extremely worth it. Stunning views and so much to see . Well worth it !”

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11.Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Sunset Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 857 reviews · from $22Best value

Travel from central Athens along the Greek Riviera to Cape Sounion on a four-hour evening tour. An English-speaking archaeologist guide, including guides such as Melissa, Katerina, or Ifigeneia, provides history and mythology on the bus. You get 75 minutes at the Temple of Poseidon, sunset views, WiFi, and round-trip transport.

“Worth it for the transportation. You are on your own your own for 2 hours which was good for me as a solo traveler. I just wish there was more time.”

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12.Athens Evening Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 766 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $96

Spend three hours eating your way through central Athens with a local guide such as Katerina, Dimitri, Clea, or Orestis. Visit small food shops, sample souvlaki, pies, cheeses, cold cuts, wine, and tsipouro, then sit down to a Greek meze dinner. The tour starts and ends near Monastiraki and welcomes vegetarian options.

“Very good communication about meeting location in advance of the tour. Wide selection of foods at several different local restaurants and bakery's. Wine and beers options included in our package.”

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13.Catamaran Day & Sunset Cruises with meals Drinks and transportation

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 760 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $133

Spend about five hours aboard a modern catamaran from Mykonos New Port, with hotel pickup, homemade rosé, a freshly cooked Greek meal, and two hours to swim and snorkel at Rhenia. The crew, including Dimitris, Iliana, Margarita, and others, shares local history as you pass Delos. Choose a morning or sunset departure.

“It was terrific and well worth taking this excursion! The guides were so attentive and informative. Our lead tour guide really went above and beyond, wish I could remember her name but she had a ship captain's license and was an absolutely beautiful lady inside and out.”

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14.Sunset Party Boat Cruise with 1 Drink

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 736 reviews · 3 hours · from $44

Set sail from Mykonos Old Port at 5:30 PM on a three-hour wooden-boat party cruise. Swim at Agios Stefanos, enjoy one beer, wine, or soft drink, then watch the sunset near Little Venice with a live DJ. Crew members including Eva, Renata, Katarina, Paula, and Vicky have been praised for their friendly hosting.

“We had a very fun time at the boat ! The crew was friendly & made sure everyone had a great time. The sunset was beautiful and the real party & vibe started post the sunset.”

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15.Meteora Sunset with Monastery & Hermit Caves Tour in Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 706 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $36

Ride in a small group from Kalambaka or Kastraki to St. Stephen’s Monastery, the Byzantine Church of the Virgin Mary, hermit caves, and a quiet sunset viewpoint. An English-speaking guide such as Lina, Jim, or Dimitri leads the tour, with free audio guides in several other languages.

“What wonderful tour! Our guide Apostolou was very informative, he really loves history! And our driver was very kind! Would recommend this tour & company”

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