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Best Luxury Island Cruises — Our Top 15

78 tours  ·  from $26 a head

Premium on a boat usually means fewer people and a better lunch rather than a different route. These 15 say plainly what the upgrade buys, what it costs a head and where the boat still queues with everyone else.

Krabi: Premium 4-Island Day Trip by Longtail Boat with Lunch - Hotel pickup keeps the morning simple
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Krabi: Premium 4-Island Day Trip by Longtail Boat with Lunch

1.Premium 4-Island Day Trip by Longtail Boat with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,812 reviews · 6 hours · from $39Our pick

Visit Chicken Island, Koh Tup, Koh Poda, and Phra Nang Cave Beach by longtail boat in six hours. Snorkel, walk a low-tide sandbar, eat Thai lunch on the beach, and swim beneath Railay’s cliffs. Hotel pickup, equipment, fruit, and water are included. Private departures can start early or finish at sunset.

“Our day on this trip was amazing and even better thanks to our lovely guide Tour. She was incredibly friendly, polite, funny and even remembered everyone’s name – a really thoughtful touch that made the trip feel personal. We saw the most beautiful sites and had a fantastic day. We highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Krabi.”

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Split: Blue Lagoon & 3 Islands – Premium Speedboat Trip - Meeting the boat near Split’s waterfront
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Split: Blue Lagoon & 3 Islands – Premium Speedboat Trip

2.Blue Lagoon & 3 Islands – Premium Speedboat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,018 reviews · 5 hours · from $70Top rated

From Split, ride a luxury speedboat to UNESCO-listed Trogir, the Blue Lagoon, and Labadusa Beach. You’ll have time for old-town sightseeing, swimming, and snorkeling, with equipment, water, safety gear, and wind jackets supplied. Guides such as Ivan, Marija, Flavio, Lana, and Pjero are known for friendly service, music, local stories, and helpful photos.

“Captain was very nice and told us some fun facts about Croatia which was nice! Always making sure we were good with water or wine if we wanted. Nicely organized to see different vibes of the different cities and the sunset was gorgeous! Got back right before dark— overall would really recommend:) If it’s later October bring warm clothes because it gets windy!”

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Zadar: 3 Islands Luxury Boat Tour with Aperol Spritz - Leaving Zadar with Old Town views
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Zadar: 3 Islands Luxury Boat Tour with Aperol Spritz

3.3 Islands Luxury Boat Tour with Aperol Spritz

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,238 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $35

Cruise from Zadar with a skipper such as Edi, Ari, Mauro, or Karlo, stopping at Ošljak, Ugljan, and Galovac for swimming, snorkeling, island walks, and food. The small group is capped at 12, and your included drink is an Aperol Spritz, Prosecco, or water.

“Edi, the boat driver was great, we had the best time exploring Mediterranean Sea”

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Elaphiti Islands On The Luxury Pirate Ship Karaka Dubrovnik - Koločep: pine trees, a fishing village, and a family farm
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Elaphiti Islands On The Luxury Pirate Ship Karaka Dubrovnik

4.Elaphiti Islands On The Luxury Pirate Ship Karaka Dubrovnik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,082 reviews · 6 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $67

Spend 6 to 9 hours aboard Karaka, a replica 16th-century Dubrovnik merchant ship, visiting Koločep, Šipan, and Lopud. You’ll have time for swimming, snorkeling, walks, and optional honey, olive oil, and wine tastings. Guides such as Daniela, Andreja, and Indira add useful local context, while the air-conditioned ship keeps the long day comfortable.

“The whole experience was relaxing and fun. The ship is amazing and staff great. The add in experiences on the first 2 islands were very reasonabley priced and very informative, great to support local business, Wine tasting and a visit to a local Olive farm”

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Krabi: 7 Island Tour by Luxury Longtail Boat with Snorkeling - Starting early from the pier
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Krabi: 7 Island Tour by Luxury Longtail Boat with Snorkeling

5.7 Island Tour by Luxury Longtail Boat with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,063 reviews · 5 hours · from $37

Spend five hours aboard a spacious luxury longtail boat with guides such as Sophia, Sofia, Liz, or Mickey. Cruise past Railay, Tup, Chicken, Koh Mor, and Puya Bay, snorkel near Koh Tang Ming, then relax on Poda Island. Snacks, fruit, drinks, snorkeling gear, and an onboard toilet are included, though the 200 THB national park fee is extra.

“An absolutely fantastic day! Everything was perfect from the food, the drinks, the snorkelling spot and the stop at the island. Everything was included and the boat was super luxurious and comfortable. The team were amazing and Sophia was a stand out, super friendly and attentive making sure we were ok and happy throughout the whole tour even helped us getting a taxi home! Would definitely do this tour again and would highly recommend it.”

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Luxury Blue Cave and Elaphiti Islands Small Group Tour - Šunj Beach on Lopud requires a short swim
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Luxury Blue Cave and Elaphiti Islands Small Group Tour

6.Luxury Blue Cave and Elaphiti Islands Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 796 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $83

Spend about four hours aboard Regina Maris, a roomy catamaran limited to 16 people. Swim to Koločep’s Blue and Green Caves, snorkel in clear water, and reach sandy Šunj Beach on Lopud by swimming from the boat. Drinks, snorkeling gear, water, restrooms, and waterproof bags are included.

“We had a great time! We went into two of the caves. The water was cold but you got used to it after a few minutes.”

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Luxury catamaran from Porto Rafael-Palau to the Maddalena Archipelago - Leaving Porto Rafael at 9:30 am
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Luxury catamaran from Porto Rafael-Palau to the Maddalena Archipelago

7.Luxury catamaran from Porto Rafael-Palau to the Maddalena Archipelago

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 751 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $131

Set sail from Porto Rafael near Palau at 9:30 am for a 7 to 8-hour catamaran trip through the Maddalena Archipelago. You’ll swim at Spargi, view Budelli’s protected Pink Beach, visit Porto della Madonna, and enjoy fish-based Sardinian cooking, wine, beer, coffee, and liqueur. Crews may include Alberto, Alex, Roberto, or other SST team members.

“If you are planning to do any excursions in Sardinia this needs to be at the top of your list! The crew was outstanding…..so helpful and friendly. The sites were beautiful and swimming and jumping off the catamaran was so much fun! The day flew by. One of the best experiences I have ever done”

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Dubrovnik: Elaphiti Island Luxury Pirate Ship Cruise - Koločep: your first taste of island life
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Dubrovnik: Elaphiti Island Luxury Pirate Ship Cruise

8.Elaphiti Island Luxury Pirate Ship Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 678 reviews · 8 hours · from $65

Spend eight hours aboard the Karaka, a well-kept replica of a 17th-century merchant ship, visiting Koločep, Šipan, and Lopud. English-speaking guides such as Indira lead island walks and share local stories. Add olive oil and honey tasting, wine tasting, hiking, or a Lopud lunch, then return by sea with Wi-Fi and onboard facilities.

“Amazing Boat Tour – a perfect day on the water! We had an absolutely fantastic time on our boat tour! The scenery was stunning, the atmosphere was relaxed and fun, and everything was perfectly organized from start to finish. But what truly made the experience unforgettable was our tour guide, Indira. Indira was not only knowledgeable and professional, but also incredibly warm and engaging. She made everyone feel welcome, shared fascinating stories about the area, and went above and beyond to make sure we were all having a great time. Her passion and energy were contagious — you could tell she genuinely loves what she does! If you’re considering booking…”

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Krabi: Private Luxury Longtail Boat Island Hopping Tour - Choosing between the three island routes
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Krabi: Private Luxury Longtail Boat Island Hopping Tour

9.Private Luxury Longtail Boat Island Hopping Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 440 reviews · 4 - 8 hours

Take a private luxury longtail boat from Krabi to the 4 Islands, Hong Island, or both. Your captain and guide, including Fern, Sana, and Ita, handle the route, picnic setup, drinks, towels, and photos. Choose a half-day outing or full day with extra stops, snorkeling, paddleboarding, and sparkling wine.

“Attention to detail was amazing — I loved every second! The trip included stand-up paddling, snorkelling gear, water, fresh fruit, and coconuts. Everything was excellent!”

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Blue Cave & Hvar, 5 Islands Speedboat with Luxury Seats in Shade - Komiža, a working port with a film connection
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Blue Cave & Hvar, 5 Islands Speedboat with Luxury Seats in Shade

10.Blue Cave & Hvar, 5 Islands Speedboat with Luxury Seats in Shade

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 438 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $95

Spend about 10.5 hours crossing the Adriatic from Split to Biševo, Vis, Budikovac, and Hvar. You’ll see the Blue Cave, swim in clear coves, visit Komiža and Hvar, and ride in a shaded speedboat with snorkeling gear. Skippers such as Mateo, Dino, Mario, and Cha Cha are known for safe driving and lively guiding.

“Had the best time with Dino. The boat was comfortable and the shade made the day much less taxing overall. We got lucky with Blue Caves (I would recommend paying the extra fee to see them!) and got through it so fast we had time leftover. Dino made an extra stop at a small gorgeous inlet for some swimming, and also showed us around other blue almost-caves. He also did an awesome job steering the boat during some bigger waves on the way back to Split, caused by ferries. If you want to completely avoid any small adrenaline boost, I would maybe consider a different kind of boat.”

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Zadar: 3 Islands Luxury Boat Tour with Aperol Spritz & Snorkeling - Školjić and Preko near Ugljan
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Zadar: 3 Islands Luxury Boat Tour with Aperol Spritz & Snorkeling

11.3 Islands Luxury Boat Tour with Aperol Spritz & Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 387 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $36

Cruise from Zadar’s Foša harbor to three island stops with a maximum of 12 people. Swim and snorkel near Ošljak, walk its tiny fishing village, then visit Školjić and Preko on Ugljan. Expect a modern boat, bottled water, snorkeling gear, and one included Aperol Spritz or Prosecco. Skippers such as Edi and Mario also share local tips.

“Provide water shoes to access the islands. Otherwise, the experience is definitely worthwhile. The skipper is very nice.Auto-translated”

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Elaphite Islands Luxury Private Boat Tour with Cap Camarat 7.5 - Koločep: caves, cliffs, and the first swim
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Elaphite Islands Luxury Private Boat Tour with Cap Camarat 7.5

12.Elaphite Islands Luxury Private Boat Tour with Cap Camarat 7.5

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 355 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.)

Set out from Dubrovnik with skipper Šime, also called Simon, aboard a Cap Camarat 7.5 for a private four to eight hour tour. Visit Koločep’s caves, Šunj Beach on Lopud, and possibly Šipan. You choose the pace, swim with provided gear, and enjoy beer, wine, soft drinks, water, towels, and a GoPro.

“Family of four - sons aged 18 and 20; cruise port - We booked this as a way to escape the crowds and see the beauty of Croatia from the water. We were on a cruise so we had limited time and needed something meaningful for the short amount of time we had in this beautiful port. Simon, our skipper, touched base with us prior to the trip to discuss where we would meet. He was in touch again the morning of the experience and even drove past our cruise ship and waved to us so we could see the boat before we were able to disembark the ship! His…”

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Full Day Tour of Five Premium Islands in Cartagena - Isla Agua Azul and the beach portion
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Full Day Tour of Five Premium Islands in Cartagena

13.Full Day Tour of Five Premium Islands in Cartagena

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 337 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $110

Start near Cartagena’s Torre del Reloj, then travel by boat past Bocachica to the Rosario Islands. You’ll snorkel near Isla Grande, stop at party-focused Cholón, swim at Isla Agua Azul, eat lunch, and may stay late for glowing plankton at Playa Tranquila Baru. Guides may include Alex, Jafet, William, or Luis Alejandro.

“We had the best time exploring the different islands and snorkeling through the coral plus seeing the underwater plane wreck! The food and drinks were amazing and our tour guide, Alex, was the absolute best and so funny!”

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Langkawi: Premium UNESCO Geopark Jet Ski Tour of 8 Islands - Getting comfortable on the jet ski
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Langkawi: Premium UNESCO Geopark Jet Ski Tour of 8 Islands

14.Premium UNESCO Geopark Jet Ski Tour of 8 Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 298 reviews · 4 hours · from $213

Spend four hours riding your own jet ski around Langkawi’s Dayang Bunting island group with an English-speaking guide. You’ll visit Pregnant Maiden Lake, stop for swimming and photos, see monkeys and rocky coves, and may trek or kayak. Small groups of up to 10 keep the outing personal. Guides such as Shadow, Ryan, One, and Amir are praised for clear instruction and good safety care.

“It was very memorable fun in Langkawi i hope i can visit again”

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From Dubrovnik: Premium Three Island Cruise with lunch and drinks - Lopud: three hours and the best beach day
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From Dubrovnik: Premium Three Island Cruise with lunch and drinks

15.Premium Three Island Cruise with lunch and drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 248 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $48

Spend about eight hours cruising from Dubrovnik to Lopud, Šipan, and Koločep aboard a passenger boat with indoor and open-air seating. You get free time on each island, a fresh fish, chicken, or vegetarian lunch, bottled water, soft drinks, and hotel pickup within Dubrovnik when selected. Pack swimwear, towels, and comfortable shoes.

“The whole experience was amazing! The staff are very friendly and the journey starts and ends with shots which is always a plus! The lunch portions are very tasty and massive. The islands are gorgeous and the staff are very accommodating and knowledgeable. Would highly highly recommend!!”

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