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The World’s 15 Best Island Cruises with Lunch

65 tours  ·  from $25 a head

A full day between anchorages with lunch cooked on board. The 15 below sail the Elaphites, the Cyclades, the Turkish coast and the Red Sea, with swim stops, group size and the fare set out for each.

Full-Day Dubrovnik Elaphite Islands Cruise with Lunch and Drinks - Lunch on the boat is a real part of the value
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Full-Day Dubrovnik Elaphite Islands Cruise with Lunch and Drinks

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

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

Spend about eight hours on the Adriatic with guides such as Emily and Darko, visiting Lopud, Šipan, and Koločep. You get lunch, wine, brandy, soft drinks, water, beach time, and free hours to explore. Pickup is available in Dubrovnik when selected, but confirm your meeting time in advance.

“So you see this is why we book with Viator, upto the minute comms about pick up, picked up from hotel bang on time joined the boat lovely people on board and hosted by Emily who literally went out her way to make everyone’s glass full and looked after us with details of pick up times and where to go, have no doubt when you book this tour you will like us be sat in your hotel room saying to each other what value for money and quite frankly a bloody good day out x”

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Dubrovnik: Elaphiti Islands Full-Day Cruise with Lunch - Šipan: lunch in Suđurađ and a taste of island life
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Dubrovnik: Elaphiti Islands Full-Day Cruise with Lunch

2.Elaphiti Islands Full-Day Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,938 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $78

Spend about eight hours aboard Regina Maris with host Elisa and crew, visiting Koločep, Šipan, and Lopud. Swim, walk, shop for island produce, eat a choice of fish, chicken, or vegetarian lunch, and enjoy local wine, soft drinks, WiFi, shaded decks, and Dubrovnik pickup.

“Staff was great! But I would skip this activity - it was uneventful . Would pick another tour instead”

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Blue Lagoon & 3 Islands Cruise with Lunch from Split - The Blue Lagoon is the visual high point
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Blue Lagoon & 3 Islands Cruise with Lunch from Split

3.Blue Lagoon & 3 Islands Cruise with Lunch from Split

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,756 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $78

Spend about eight hours cruising from Split to Čiovo, the Blue Lagoon, and Maslinica on Šolta. You can swim, snorkel, use floaties, eat a burger lunch, and enjoy wine on board. Guides such as Nana and Ivan help keep the day moving, though weather and boat assignments can affect the route.

“I Have Never Felt So Unsafe – and Then Blamed – by a Tour Company 🚨 I’ve travelled a lot. I’ve been on boats all over the world. But I have NEVER experienced anything like this. We booked a “full-day boat excursion” thinking it would be fun and safe for everyone in our group. Two of us can’t swim — no problem, we thought. Every other boat trip we’ve taken has simply let us wear life jackets the whole time. Basic safety, right? Wrong. When we arrived, we were told life jackets were only for emergencies and could only be worn while sitting down on the boat. Not if you…”

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From Kos: 3-Island Pirate Cruise with Lunch and Waterslide - Pserimos, the first island stop
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From Kos: 3-Island Pirate Cruise with Lunch and Waterslide

4.From Kos: 3-Island Pirate Cruise with Lunch and Waterslide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,564 reviews · 7h 30m · from $29Best value

Spend 7.5 hours aboard the Barco de Pirata from Kos, stopping at Pserimos, Kalymnos, and Plati. You get a Greek BBQ lunch, swimming, snorkeling, music, and a waterslide. English and German crew members, including Kostas and Yanis, help keep the day moving.

“We had the best time ! The crew were amazing. Be prepared for a day of dancing,laughing, drinking and lots of sun☀️”

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Split: Blue Lagoon 3 Islands All-Inclusive Cruise with Lunch - Meeting at Split Port before 9 a.m.
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Split: Blue Lagoon 3 Islands All-Inclusive Cruise with Lunch

5.Blue Lagoon 3 Islands All-Inclusive Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,235 reviews · 8h 30m · from $62

Spend 8.5 hours at sea with Gray Line Croatia, stopping at Čiovo, the Krknjaši Blue Lagoon, and Maslinica on Šolta. Guides such as Nana, Marko, Sandra, and Ivana keep the day moving, while lunch, wine, drinks, doughnuts, fruit, and swimming gear are included.

“The day was really well organized by Nana and the crew. We were told what was happening and when at regular updates, as well as good music and vibes for the whole trip. We were given breakfast (doughnut type things) lunch (choice of burgers) and drinks (including free wine!) throughout. The locations were amazing - the most beautiful sea waters we've ever seen and the shipwreck is stunning. A really unique opportunity to be able to see it so closely. It was so fun to see all the fish and wildlife too. There were googles, floating rings and paddle boards to borrow which was great for relaxing. There was enough…”

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La Graciosa: Island Cruise with Lunch and Water Activities - The Ferry Crossing to La Graciosa
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La Graciosa: Island Cruise with Lunch and Water Activities

6.La Graciosa: Island Cruise with Lunch and Water Activities

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,767 reviews · 6 hours · from $75

Sail from Órzola to La Graciosa on a six-hour Lineas Romero catamaran trip. You’ll explore Caleta de Sebo, swim near French Beach, kayak, enjoy paella and unlimited drinks, and hear live commentary in several languages. Pickup from many Lanzarote resorts is available.

“They were the best! Best atmosphere, best food, best drinks. I would do it again tomorrow. The crew was amazing, I’ve never had so much fun. Thank you for this exquisite day!”

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Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling - Glass-bottom views before you get wet
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Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling

7.Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,518 reviews · from $71

Spend four hours on Muri Lagoon with Captain Tama’s crew, starting with a drumming welcome and glass-bottom boat ride. Snorkel among tropical fish, giant clams, and moray eel Charlie, then enjoy a fresh fish barbecue on Motu Koromiri with pareu tying, coconut demonstrations, music, and plenty of island humor.

“This was an awesome experience. We were looked after with such care and the guys were funny as. Would definitely recommend this tour.”

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Hvar, Brač & Pakleni islands cruise with lunch & drinks from Split & Trogir - Swimming first at the Pakleni Islands
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Hvar, Brač & Pakleni islands cruise with lunch & drinks from Split & Trogir

8.Hvar, Brač & Pakleni islands cruise with lunch & drinks from Split & Trogir

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,452 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $95

Spend about 10 hours cruising from Split to the Pakleni Islands, Hvar, and Milna on Brač. You get coffee, a fresh doughnut, lunch, water, juice, wine, snorkel gear, paddleboards, and inflatables. Guides such as Nana, Ivo, and Sandra help keep the large boat trip moving.

“Great day out. Well informed through out the day by the host. The boat was decent size for the number of people.”

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Split: 3 Island & Blue Lagoon Cruise with Lunch & Drinks - Breakfast arrives soon after departure
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Split: 3 Island & Blue Lagoon Cruise with Lunch & Drinks

9.3 Island & Blue Lagoon Cruise with Lunch & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,430 reviews · 9 hours · from $106

Set out from Split aboard the wooden boat Junior, built in 1903, for a nine-hour cruise to Maslinica, the Blue Lagoon, and St. Fumija Bay. Your day includes breakfast, a fresh lunch, seasonal fruit, snorkeling gear, floating mattresses, and an unlimited bar with wine, water, and juice.

“Had a great day visiting 3 different spots where you can swim/relax/explore! They also provided a large chocolate croissant & coffee at breakfast & decent sized lunch (bread, slaw & 2 veggie burger patty) & unlimited wine & juice. Great value for money and lovely crew who were super helpful & attentive. Would highly recommend”

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Big Island Historical Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay - The return trip, music, and sunset
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Big Island Historical Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay

10.Big Island Historical Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,279 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $189

Board a catamaran at Kailua Pier for a three-hour cruise to Kealakekua Bay. A local historian shares Hawaiian stories and landmarks, while you enjoy pupus, dinner, live music, a sunset, and one complimentary cocktail. Bring a light wrap, since the open boat can turn windy and cool.

“The dinner cruise was amazing. The food and entertainment were excellent. I would highly recommend the Body Glove Dinner Cruise. The staff were both friendly and knowledgeable and we saw some dolphins and a manta ray while learning Kona’s history. The music was beautiful and fun. I will use them again if I plan on doing another excursion.”

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Hurghada: Giftun Island Orange Bay Speedboat Cruise & Lunch - Orange Bay gives you beach time, not an empty island
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Hurghada: Giftun Island Orange Bay Speedboat Cruise & Lunch

11.Giftun Island Orange Bay Speedboat Cruise & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,233 reviews · 4 - 6 hours

Travel by private or shared speedboat from Hurghada to two Red Sea snorkeling sites and Orange Bay. Guides such as Mido, Ahmed, Youssef, and Captain Wissam are praised for patient help in the water. Expect a fast, sometimes bumpy ride, about 1.5 hours at Orange Bay, fruit, drinks, and possible dolphin sightings.

“Well organized and really nice. Our guide, king, was super good and make our trip even better. Ivanna is really nice.”

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Dubrovnik: Elaphite Islands Cruise with Lunch and Drinks - Boarding the Emili and getting organized
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Dubrovnik: Elaphite Islands Cruise with Lunch and Drinks

12.Elaphite Islands Cruise with Lunch and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,222 reviews · from $51

Spend eight hours aboard the Emili with guides such as Emily or Natasha, cruising from Dubrovnik to Koločep, Šipan, and Lopud. Swim, walk, and explore at your own pace, with lunch and unlimited water, soft drinks, Croatian white wine, and brandy on selected options.

“Everything about this boat trip was perfectly organised. The crew did their job perfectly. Especially I wabt to thank the guide Natasha. She took care of tourists: provided all necessary information about the three islands we visited, gave useful recomendations and managed to calm down the loudest individuals of the group so that others can hear the information and feel disturbed....and she did it in a very polite manner. Thank you for our happy day spent on beautiful isands. Highly recommend Elaphiti islands trip wth the boat EMILY.Read more”

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From Hurghada: Paradise Island Snorkeling Cruise with Lunch - Choosing between the seven-hour yacht and three-hour speedboat
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From Hurghada: Paradise Island Snorkeling Cruise with Lunch

13.Paradise Island Snorkeling Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,178 reviews · 4 - 8 hours · from $30

Sail from Hurghada to Paradise Island for coral-reef snorkeling, a buffet lunch, soft drinks, and beach time. Choose a seven-hour yacht trip with guides such as Pepsi or Karim, or a three-hour speedboat tour. Hotel pickup, shared transfers, private boats, and sunset departures are available.

“Good snorkeling spot, not crowded, sufficient time on the island to swim, sun bathe and take some pictures. Lunch was decent. The guide was very attentive and accommodating and Captain Zizo took good care of us!”

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Athens: Swimming Cruise with Lunch, Wine & Live DJ on Board - Metopi is the jump-off swimming stop
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Athens: Swimming Cruise with Lunch, Wine & Live DJ on Board

14.Swimming Cruise with Lunch, Wine & Live DJ on Board

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,085 reviews · from $118

Set sail from Marina Delta Kallitheas at 9:45 for Agistri, Metopi, and Aegina. You’ll get swimming time, island walks, a Mediterranean buffet, wine, soft drinks, coffee, deck loungers, and a live DJ on the return to Athens. Hotel pickup is optional, and a VIP upgrade may be available onboard.

“Lots of fun. Great swimming events, great lunch and great hospitality.”

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Dubrovnik Elafiti Islands Cruise with Lunch, Drinks and Pickup - Getting aboard in Dubrovnik
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Dubrovnik Elafiti Islands Cruise with Lunch, Drinks and Pickup

15.Dubrovnik Elafiti Islands Cruise with Lunch, Drinks and Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 999 reviews · 9 to 17 hours (approx.) · from $71

Spend a full day cruising from Dubrovnik to Koločep, Lopud and Šipan aboard a family-run boat. You’ll have time for swimming, walks and Šunj Beach, plus a fresh fish, meat or vegetarian lunch, unlimited drinks, and hotel pickup when available.

“The crew were great. Family owned boat, nice to see people doing what they enjoy and enjoy what they are doing. Islands were nice and the lunch was more than the light lunch we had expected.”

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