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Private Half-Day Cruises in Paros
Discover Paros and Antiparos on a private half-day cruise designed around your group. Swim in turquoise waters, explore secluded coves and sea caves, and experience the Aegean aboard a motor yacht, cabin cruiser or RIB.
Choose a morning or afternoon departure and explore highlights such as the Blue Lagoon, South Antiparos and the southern coast of Paros. With a private boat, professional skipper and flexible itinerary, a half-day cruise is an ideal way to experience the islands when you have only a few hours at sea.
Tell us your date and group size, and we’ll recommend the ideal boat and itinerary for your private half-day cruise.
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Your Half-Day Cruise, Your Way
Every private half-day cruise from Paros is planned around your group, preferred departure time and the conditions at sea. Choose a morning or afternoon cruise and spend a few hours swimming in crystal-clear waters, relaxing on deck and discovering beautiful coastal locations around Paros and Antiparos.
Depending on your preferred route, swim in the turquoise waters of the Blue Lagoon, cruise along the southern coast of Antiparos and its sea caves, or discover Tripiti Sea Cave and the peaceful bays of South Paros.
Choose an elegant motor yacht, a comfortable cabin cruiser or a fast RIB according to your group size, cruising style and preferred itinerary. Our local team will help you select the right combination for your time at sea.
Private Half-Day Cruise Itineraries from Paros
Explore some of the most beautiful coastal destinations around Paros and Antiparos on a private half-day cruise. Choose from our suggested itineraries below, with the final route adapted to your selected boat, preferences and the conditions at sea.
What Your Private Half-Day Cruise May Include
Inclusions vary depending on the selected boat and itinerary. Your proposal will clearly confirm everything included in your cruise.
- Boat for private use
- Certified professional crew
- Fuel
- Soft drinks & wine
- Snorkeling equipment
- Towels
- Snacks and fruits, or a hot meal (depending on the boat)
Blue Lagoon & South Paros
Private half-day cruise exploring Tripiti Sea Cave, Faragas Bay and the Blue Lagoon.
Tripiti Sea Cave
Faragas
Blue Lagoon
‣ Sea Cave of Tripiti – A hidden natural wonder where the deep blue sea meets sculpted rock formations. Sail through this impressive cave and admire the dramatic scenery surrounding one of Paros’ most breathtaking coastal landmarks.
‣ Faragas Bay – Located on the serene southwestern coast of Paros, this area features three idyllic coves with fine golden sand and crystal-clear waters — a perfect spot for swimming, sunbathing, and unwinding in peaceful surroundings.
‣ The Blue Lagoon – Formed by the small islands of Tigani, Panteronisi, and Glaropounta, this turquoise lagoon is one of the Aegean’s true gems. The shallow, vividly colored waters invite you to swim, snorkel, and enjoy the beauty of a natural paradise.
Blue Lagoon & South Antiparos
Private half-day cruise to the Blue Lagoon, Antiparos Sea Caves & Faneromeni Bay.
Blue Lagoon
Faneromeni Bay
Antiparos Sea Caves
‣ Blue Lagoon – Immerse yourself in the dazzling turquoise waters of the Blue Lagoon, a natural wonder formed by a cluster of small islands. Its vivid colors and serene beauty make it one of the most unforgettable swimming spots in the Cyclades.
‣ Sea Caves of Antiparos – Venture into the mystical sea caves of Antiparos, where centuries of wind and waves have shaped extraordinary rock formations. The light reflections and tranquil setting create a truly magical atmosphere.
‣ Southern Coves of Antiparos – Cruise along the pristine southern coast of Antiparos and uncover hidden coves, peaceful bays, and crystal-clear waters. Ideal for swimming, snorkeling, and unwinding in a calm, sunlit setting.
Choose Your Vessel
Choose the boat that best matches your group and preferred style of cruising. From elegant motor yachts and comfortable cabin cruisers to fast RIBs, our team will help you select the right vessel for your private half-day cruise from Paros.
Not sure which type of boat is best for your time at sea? Read our guide to choosing the right boat in Paros.
Make the Most of a Few Hours at Sea
A private half-day cruise is ideal when you want to experience the beauty of Paros and Antiparos without committing to a full day on the water. Choose a morning departure for a refreshing start to the day or an afternoon cruise for warm light and a relaxed return toward evening.
From swimming in the Blue Lagoon to exploring sea caves and secluded coastal bays, we’ll help shape the route around your group, selected vessel and the conditions of the day. If you have questions about reservations, itineraries, weather or what to expect on board, visit our Private Boat Trips in Paros FAQ.
If you would like to explore farther across the Cyclades, discover our private day cruises from Paros for longer itineraries to Antiparos, Despotiko, Naxos, Mykonos and the Small Cyclades.
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Important Information
YACHT AVAILABILITY
The availability can change at any point. You will be able to proceed with a reservation only upon our reconfirmation of availability of the yacht. The Paros Voyages Team is at your disposal to answer any request you may have.
RESERVATION POLICY
For reservation an advance payment of 50% is needed, the remaining amount to be paid the latest 30 days before embarkation. The reservation can only be confirmed once we trace the advance payment on our account.
REQUIRED INFORMATION
– Name & billing address of the person that will pay in order to issue the invoice.
– All names, nationalities, dates of birth & passport numbers should be available to boat representatives & sent per email upon booking of the boat to prepare the Passenger List document required from the port authorities to get permission to charter.
– With the booking, we should be informed of any medical conditions or allergies the crew should be aware of.
EMBARKATION DETAILS
The embarkation port, time and the number of passengers are fixed in advance from the moment of the booking. Change in the embarkation port and/or time and extra guests on board upon boat owner’s discretion and may have an extra charge. At the moment of embarkation, you will be asked to settle any pending payment. Short safety instructions are given by the Captain and then your cruise begins. Please remember that all passengers should bring with them their ID/passport or a picture of them on their phone.
ITINERARY
Weather conditions permitting all the spots mentioned in each itinerary will be included but depending on wind conditions and direction, the captain has the right to modify the itinerary to make the cruise more enjoyable for the guests.
PRICING POLICY
The Cruise Price includes the yacht rental, Crew, all taxes, mooring fees if in harbors, fuel consumption of the itinerary selected, light snacks and soft drinks. On the catamaran & the traditional boat a hot meal is included. Prices vary according to the yacht type, size and the availability of the day. All prices are calculated based on the selected itinerary and with the price of fuel at the moment this email was composed. Please note that in case of a significant fuel price raise and/or itinerary change the day of the cruise, additional fuel cost would apply. The client will be informed and the difference must be paid the latest before embarkation. The client may choose not to pay the extra cost but in that case a shorter itinerary will be done in order to use the fuel paid.
CANCELLATION POLICY
In the unfortunate case of cancellation of the charter by the Charterer, for any reason, the following cancellation policy will apply depending on the time-interval between the booking confirmation and the cancellation date:
- Policy of “Dossier expenses’’ (Euro 300) will be applied for bookings cancelled in a time period up to 90 days prior to boat embarkation date.
- For bookings cancelled between 90 and 60 days prior to embarkation, 30% of the total cost of the cruise is charged.
iii. For bookings cancelled between 60 and 30 days prior to embarkation, 50% of the total cost of the charter is charged.
- For bookings cancelled less than 30 days prior to embarkation, 100% is charged.
- In case of customer NO-SHOW, the total cruise price will be charged.
In case the boat owner has to cancel the cruise due to a “Force Majeure” no cancellation fee will apply and the full amount paid will be refunded.
In case that the port authorities do not give permission to the captain to cruise due to bad weather conditions, the cruise will be postponed and customers will be proposed alternative dates within a range of 3-4 days before and after the desired date.
In case the customer does not want to accept any of the alternatives, the full amount paid will be refunded.
