Private Mount Athos Monasteries Cruise with Snorkeling
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Explore the stunning Mount Athos, a UNESCO World Heritage site, on a private cruise that showcases its 20 ancient monasteries perched atop cliffs. Departing from the Blue Diamond Store in Tripiti, this maritime journey includes a scenic route along the Holy Mountain, allowing for breathtaking views of architectural wonders. After admiring the monasteries, dive into the turquoise waters of the Drenia Islands for snorkeling in the famous Blue Lagoon. Ideal for small groups, this tour provides refreshments, snorkeling gear, and a knowledgeable captain to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. - Private cruise for up to 7 people, perfect for families or friends - Visit iconic monasteries like Dochiariou and Xenophontos from a safe distance - Enjoy snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters of the Blue Lagoon - Includes refreshments and snorkeling equipment, with a professional captain on board
Inclusions
What's included
- On-board Tech: Bluetooth audio and USB charging
- Professional Captain (Skipper)
- Binoculars (essential for viewing monasteries from 500m)
- Refreshments: Coolbox with bottles of water and light snacks
- Snorkeling Equipment: Masks and snorkels for the group
- Fuel surcharge
What's not
- Towels and Sunscreen
- Heavy meals (You are welcome to bring your own additional food/drinks)
Itinerary
The first major monastery, featuring a massive tower.
A beautiful seaside complex with a grand multi-domed church.
Famous for its distinct green domes and palace-like scale.
Built on a hill with a commanding view of the sea.
The most photographed monastery, perched high on a 250m cliff.
Built right on the rocks at the water's edge.
A spectacular fortress-like monastery hanging over the sea.
A final stop at the exotic "Donkey Islands" for swimming and snorkeling.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Meet us at the office of Blue Diamond Boat Rental in Tripiti, located near the waterfront and main coastal road. For the easiest directions, search “Blue Diamond Boat Rental” on Google Maps. Parking is available nearby.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Blue Diamond Boat Rental
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Halkidiki
- Its from-price is 258% above the median of the 106 experiences we list in Halkidiki.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Halkidiki
Halkidiki is a three-pronged peninsula in northern Greece, with pine-backed beaches, ancient sites and the monastic community of Mount Athos.
Halkidiki reaches into the Aegean south-east of Thessaloniki like a hand with three fingers: Kassandra, Sithonia and, furthest east, the narrow peninsula of Mount Athos. Kassandra has lively beach resorts, Sithonia is wilder, with pine forests running down to coves of clear water and small fishing villages, and Mount Athos is a self-governing monastic community whose twenty monasteries can be seen from boats offshore.
