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Greece Cave Tours: the 15 Best Sea Caves and Grottoes

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Zakynthos has the blue caves, Crete and Corfu have grottoes reached by small boat, and the Peloponnese has a cave you tour by rowing boat. The 15 below are priced and honest about the swell.

From Corfu: Day Cruise to Paxos, Antipaxos, & the Blue Caves - The long crossing from Corfu
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From Corfu: Day Cruise to Paxos, Antipaxos, & the Blue Caves

1.From Corfu: Day Cruise to Paxos, Antipaxos, & the Blue Caves

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 4,800 reviews · 7 - 11 hours · from $58Our pick

Spend 7 to 11 hours cruising from Corfu to the Blue Caves, Antipaxos, and Gaios on Paxos. Expect a comfortable boat, a paid bar, multilingual audio, live guiding in English, German, and Greek, and lively music with host Theo on the return trip.

“Amazing day and so nice ship. Personal be so amazing, a lot of likes to barmen-speaker-dj - he is unreal! Views, music, jokes, good company - it’s small day paradise in Corfu! Thanks a lot! Never forget! Rytis Mazūras ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

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Athens: Meteora Monasteries Day Trip with Caves and Lunch - Kalabaka is your gateway to the rocks
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Athens: Meteora Monasteries Day Trip with Caves and Lunch

2.Athens: Meteora Monasteries Day Trip with Caves and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,670 reviews · 14 hours · from $87

Travel from Athens to Meteora by air-conditioned coach, then tour three monasteries, all eight from scenic viewpoints, and the Hermit Caves with a local guide such as Maria or Clement. Expect a long 14-hour day, short climbs, €5 cash entry fees, and optional Greek lunch.

“Extremely good experience thanks to our guide Cement and our driver. They're so lovely persons. Although some of the roads were blocked due to the strike these days, the journey is quite swift. We spend about 5.5 hours to go from Athens and 5.5 hours back. The travel is long bit We didn't feel any bit of tired, because the monastries and mountains were absolutely stunning and impressive. I recommend this tour to everyone.”

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From Corfu Island: Antipaxos & Paxos Blue Caves Boat Cruise - Lakka Gives You Two Hours on Paxos
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From Corfu Island: Antipaxos & Paxos Blue Caves Boat Cruise

3.From Corfu Island: Antipaxos & Paxos Blue Caves Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,690 reviews · 7 - 12 hours · from $53

Spend a full day sailing from Corfu to Paxos and Antipaxos, with multilingual guides such as Maria, Elena, or Victoria, a two-hour stop in Lakka, the Blue Caves, and swimming from the boat near Antipaxos. Hotel pickup is optional, and food and drinks cost extra.

“We had lots of doubts reading low-star reviews. So in mine I'd like to cover the most important parts for us, maybe this will help others to make your choice! We had our experience in early Sep 2025, so consider this info relevant for this time or later. Boarding was on the boat we expected in the beginning, almost every seated place was occupied, I wouldn't say it was overcrowded, but lots of places to sit were occupied. Time to Paxos from Lefkimi port was less than an hour. We had some guidance during the swim, also there was a DJ (on Sundays only!). Blue caves were amazing. There was…”

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Zakinthos: Shipwreck Beach and Blue Caves Land and Sea Tour - Xigia Sulfur Beach is a short, unusual swim
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Zakinthos: Shipwreck Beach and Blue Caves Land and Sea Tour

4.Zakinthos: Shipwreck Beach and Blue Caves Land and Sea Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,359 reviews · 7 - 9 hours · from $58

Travel Zakynthos by air-conditioned minibus and boat with guides such as Spiros, George, Petros, or Markos. Swim at Xigia, the Blue Caves, and White Beach, see Navagio from the water and viewpoint, and finish with lunch and a tasting beside a 2,000-year-old olive tree.

“The tour delivered more than what it was mentioned. From the start till the end our tour guide Markos was so kind and helping. There were only 5 of us, but Markos stopped at every single spot and also in en route areas. He also patiently explained and answered everything in detail. He also gave a hand and saved me when i couldn’t swim. We were provided polaroid pictures, and were taken drone shots too. I would highly recommended people reading this review to take this tour.”

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Athens to Meteora: Monasteries, Caves & Seaside Stopovers - Kamena Vourla gives the road trip a seaside pause
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Athens to Meteora: Monasteries, Caves & Seaside Stopovers

5.Athens to Meteora: Monasteries, Caves & Seaside Stopovers

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,958 reviews · 14 hours · from $83

Spend a full day traveling from Athens to Meteora by coach, then explore three monastery interiors, cliffside hermit caves, and panoramic viewpoints with a local guide such as Katarina or Apostolos. Optional Greek meals, audio guides, Wi-Fi, and a seaside stop make the long journey easier.

“The sights were amazing even though it rained an fog moved in blocking the views at the last monastery.”

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From Corfu: Day Cruise to Paxos, Antipaxos, and Blue Caves - Sailing past Corfu’s old town
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From Corfu: Day Cruise to Paxos, Antipaxos, and Blue Caves

6.From Corfu: Day Cruise to Paxos, Antipaxos, and Blue Caves

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,851 reviews · 7 - 12 hours · from $53

Sail from Corfu to Paxos and Antipaxos with a multilingual guide such as Maria, stopping at the Blue Caves, turquoise Mesovrika or Voutoumi Beach, and Gaios village. You get roughly an hour to swim and two hours to explore Gaios, with lunch and drinks purchased separately.

“Loved this trip!!! We are group Of 6 so we really enjoy! I would totally recommend !!!”

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Porto Vromi: Shipwreck, Caves, & White Beach Swimming Cruise - Setting off from Porto Vromi Maries
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Porto Vromi: Shipwreck, Caves, & White Beach Swimming Cruise

7.Porto Vromi: Shipwreck, Caves, & White Beach Swimming Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,951 reviews · 3 hours · from $35

Set out from Porto Vromi Maries with captains such as Yiannis or Nikos for a three-hour cruise along Zakynthos’ west coast. Photograph Navagio’s shipwreck from the boat, enter blue caves, and swim at three clear-water spots, including White Beach and Sfogio.

“It all went as described. I had a car so I just met them at the port at the right time a for a great boat ride across the shore, where we stopped 3 times for a dive/swim.”

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Rhodes: Anthony Quinn, Ladiko and Caves All-Inclusive Cruise - Boarding at Faliraki port
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Rhodes: Anthony Quinn, Ladiko and Caves All-Inclusive Cruise

8.Rhodes: Anthony Quinn, Ladiko and Caves All-Inclusive Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,573 reviews · 3 hours · from $64

Board the 36-foot Aphrodite in Faliraki for three hours of swimming at Anthony Quinn Bay, Traganou Caves, and Ladiko Bay. With space for only 28 people, sofa seating, snorkeling gear, fruit, melekouni, and unlimited drinks, this is a relaxed coastal outing led in English or Greek.

“This activity was the best thing I did in Rhodes. I went with my partner but there was a nice mix of couples/groups.”

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Full-Day Boat Tour of Paxos Antipaxos Blue Caves from Corfu - Paxos cliffs, white beaches, and the Blue Caves
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Full-Day Boat Tour of Paxos Antipaxos Blue Caves from Corfu

9.Full-Day Boat Tour of Paxos Antipaxos Blue Caves from Corfu

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,567 reviews · 6 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $54

Spend 6 to 10 hours at sea with Ionian Cruises, sailing from Corfu past the Old Fortress and Mon Repos to Paxos’ Blue Caves, Antipaxos’ Mesovrika Beach, and Gaios. English guiding is offered, with multilingual commentary on selected days. Hotel pickup is available.

“Excellent tour. The tour guide was very knowledgeable. Wish there was one more stop for swimming because the sea is so beautiful!”

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Zakynthos: Turtles, Marathonisi & Keri Caves Speedboat Tour - From your hotel to Agios Sostis Harbor
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Zakynthos: Turtles, Marathonisi & Keri Caves Speedboat Tour

10.Zakynthos: Turtles, Marathonisi & Keri Caves Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,443 reviews · 150 minutes - 3 hours · from $29Best value

Join an English-speaking captain such as Fred, Petros, or Pro for a 3-hour speedboat trip through Zakynthos Marine Park. Look for loggerhead turtles, pass Cameo Islet, enter Keri Caves, swim at quiet coastal stops, and visit Marathonisi. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

“We had great time, I think his name was Christopher he was kind, fun and caring individual. We went yesterday (October end of season month) Mediterranean sea had quite persistent waves and was quite rough as we went towards Keri caves 1 : he was kind there were two kids on board and he made sure we went as gentle as possible he was driving slow. Kept asking us if all of us were okay, didn't feel scared he was very kind gentleman. Madebaure we got to island safe and at the end he helped us spot turtle and eqs goof end of the day. Want to tell everybody if…”

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Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Caves & Coastal Stopovers with Lunch - Leaving Athens from Larissis Railway Station
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Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Caves & Coastal Stopovers with Lunch

11.Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Caves & Coastal Stopovers with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,432 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $88

Leave Athens by air-conditioned coach for Meteora, where an English-speaking guide leads you into three monasteries and to the Badovas hermit caves. You’ll see all six monasteries from outside, stop in Kastraki for Greek food, and break up the long ride with seaside stops at Kamena Vourla.

“Our guide Demetri was excellent, the monasteries were absolutely stunning and worth visiting. If you do it prepare for a very long day and lots of travelling on a bus - made even longer by the road blockades due to the farmers strike but so glad we made the effort! Words can’t describe how breathtaking they were!”

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Zakynthos : One day small group tour to Navagio beach Blue Caves & top view - Navagio from the sea and the cliff top
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Zakynthos : One day small group tour to Navagio beach Blue Caves & top view

12.Zakynthos : One day small group tour to Navagio beach Blue Caves & top view

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,172 reviews · 7 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $54

Travel by air-conditioned minibus and boat to Navagio viewpoints, the Blue Caves, Makris Gialos, Xigia Beach, and Bochali Hill. Guides such as Theo, Sakis, George, and Petros are praised for friendly local insight. Plan for a long, active day and confirm the boat and beach access details before booking.

“We had a very enjoyable trip with helpful and informative guide, Sakis. We enjoyed the 2 hour boat ride and the swimming points. The guides and captains even made sure to find clean swimming spots when the second one was dirty, which is very kind. We also enjoyed the history behind the different sites shared with us. A nice lunch spot For what we paid for, the tour was amazing and a must do when you go to Zakynthos. I would love to have more Greek history and culture shared.”

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Full-Day Small-Group Tour in Crete with Zeus Cave Visit - Aposelemis Dam and the half-submerged village
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Full-Day Small-Group Tour in Crete with Zeus Cave Visit

13.Full-Day Small-Group Tour in Crete with Zeus Cave Visit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,099 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $107Top rated

Spend eight hours exploring rural Crete in a small 4WD group of up to 15 people. Meet local producers, taste cheese and rakomelo, cross dirt roads to the Lasithi Plateau, enjoy lunch with wine, and visit the Zeus Cave area. Guides such as Nikos, Mario, Andreas, and Vagelis bring local stories to the day.

“Really get to see and experience the south of Crete. Got to milk a goat, make a pottery, watch a cooking demonstration and eat good food! Our tour guide was great and stopping to pick things for us to try. Beautiful sights, great tour guide”

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Zakynthos: Shipwreck Beach, Viewpoint, Blue Caves Day Tour - Bochali Hill gives you the first island view
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Zakynthos: Shipwreck Beach, Viewpoint, Blue Caves Day Tour

14.Zakynthos: Shipwreck Beach, Viewpoint, Blue Caves Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,084 reviews · 8 - 9 hours · from $53

Spend 8 to 9 hours touring Zakynthos by air-conditioned minivan and medium-sized boat. Guides such as Philippos, Nikos, and George lead you to Bochali, Navagio viewpoints, White Beach, the Blue Caves, Xigia, an ancient olive tree, and a family farm.

“It was very good, the most fun part is swimming!! And we got a lot of time for it!”

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Santorini Sea Kayak - South Discovery, Small Group incl. Sea Caves and picnic - Red Beach and the first stretch of coast
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Santorini Sea Kayak – South Discovery, Small Group incl. Sea Caves and picnic

15.Santorini Sea Kayak – South Discovery, Small Group incl. Sea Caves and picnic

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 972 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $139

Paddle Santorini’s volcanic south coast with an English-speaking guide such as Nolan, Elliot, John, or Adonis. Expect sea caves, Red and White beaches, snorkeling, a light picnic with Greek snacks, and a small group capped at eight for the kayaking portion.

“Santorini Sea Kayak is a top notch sea kayak tour company. My husband and myself are experienced sea kayakers and we felt both guides, Nolan and John, did an excellent job in safety, making the adventure fun, and are excellent guides! Also I have to also include Penelope in her excellent communication via email response to email questions and requests. Highly recommend this adventure to beginners and experienced kayakers.”

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