CRETE
The good crete sailing tours fill up weeks ahead and the small boats go first. Below: the 13 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Review of Crete’s Dia Island sailing trip from Heraklion, with yacht views, swimming, snorkeling, lunch, drinks, costs, and practical tips.
“A very choppy crossing to the island. Very well handled by the skipper though The boat was comfortable and safety was well looked after Food was very good. Would have been nice to have beer as an option perhaps Time went very quickly”
Review of Heraklion’s private Dia Island sailing trip, with snorkeling, fishing, lunch options, pricing, timing, and practical tips.
“It was a lovely sailing experience. It was beautiful and well organised. The staff was very friendly and kind. The overall experience was amazing and would 10/10 recommend it!”
Sail from Kissamos to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa for swimming, castle views, and a fresh Cretan lunch on a small boat.
“An Unforgettable Experience! We booked a sailing boat tour in Crete while traveling with my husband and our 4-year-old daughter. From start to finish, everything was absolutely perfect. The crew was incredibly friendly, kind, and welcoming and taking time to explain things we were curious about and made us feel completely at ease, especially with a young child on board. They were so accommodating, and our daughter truly had the time of her life: she still talks about it! Every part of the journey was fantastic. They prepared an incredible traditional Cretan lunch cooked right on the boat (we honestly couldn’t get enough of it!) and later served fresh fruit,…”
Review a private sailing day from Sfakia to Loutro, Sweet Water, and Marmara Beach, with swimming, caves, lunch, snacks, and shade.
“Beautiful, non-touristy sailing trip. Swam in some amazing caves. Visited a village that you can only access by boat or hiking. A day we will never forget!!”
Review of the Dia Island sailing trip from Heraklion, with lunch, swimming, snorkeling, wildlife, pickup details, value, and practical tips.
“Absolutely fantastic excursion! We ended up having the entire boat to ourselves and the team really accommodated us and ensured we really had an amazing time. Lunch/wine onboard was delicious and they were fantastic photographers making sure we got ample amount of photos”
Review of Crete’s Dia Island catamaran cruise, with a small group, fresh Mediterranean lunch, open bar, swimming, snorkeling, and SUPs.
“This was a great experience. The captain and the crew were awesome. Crew answered all questions and were very pleasant at all time. The captain was amazing. He engaged all passengers trying to teach us typical Greek dance and later put on a concert as Johnny Depp. The lunch was amazing. Made fresh as we were all swimming. It was great. This was truly a 5 star trip.”
Review of the Balos and Gramvousa luxury catamaran cruise from Kissamos, with food, swimming, timing, price, crowds, and practical tips.
“Absolutely lovely staff. The main guy, Dimitri??? ( could be getting his name wrong) he was absolutely amazing. He made the trip. Food was soooo good too. The wind was awful and we were so Cole and couldn’t get into the water, or do much but the experience of the company made it still great considering.”
Spend 6.5 hours sailing Crete’s north coast with healthy Cretan food, open bar, swimming, SUP, snorkeling, and attentive crew.
“Everything was on time as they said. The captain, assistant and deckhand (both women 😁) were all very friendly and knowledgeable. We felt completely safe and taken care of. The boat was clean, well organized and well set up. We were welcomed on board with food and drinks. The captain explained everything about the trip and made us laugh and feel at ease. The girls kept asking if we needed or wanted anything and brought it to us. The appetizers, lunch and dessert were delicious. 100% we would do this again and Highly Recommend This Exact Boat, Captain, Assistant and Deckhand!! From the 6 of us who live near the…”
Review of Heraklion’s Dia Island catamaran cruise, with swimming, snorkeling, SUP, Cretan lunch, drinks, pricing, and practical tips.
“The trip was amazing, and we loved it. The place where the catamaran docked was very quiet and private. The crew members were friendly and professional.”
Review of a private sailing trip from Kissamos to Balos and Gramvousa, with swimming, snorkeling, a Cretan lunch, and fortress views.
“We loved our whole day! The boat was perfect for our group of 7 people. Both Gramvousa and Balos was amazing the water is so clear and calm. George was amazing, we helped ourselves to drinks and lunch was delicious. George allowed us the perfect amount of time to swim, explore and relax. Facilities were great also.”
Review of a private Crete sailing cruise to Balos and Gramvousa, with lunch, drinks, snorkeling gear, flexible stops, and practical booking tips.
“This was a family trip and if you come to Crete I highly recommend this trip. The captain Cristopher was very knowledgeable and always ready to help you out. We felt safe and we enjoyed every part of the trip. Don’t miss this experience… it was amazing.”
Review of Avanti Sailing’s private six-hour cruise from Heraklion to Dia Island, with swimming, snorkeling, lunch, wine, and a paddleboard.
“Very good sailing trip. Personalized for our group of four people. Relaxing, and activities when we arrived at Dia Island. Lunch was very good.”
Private Crete sailing from Chania with swimming, snorkeling, local lunch, drinks, and hotel transfers for up to four people.
“What a day!! Captain Nikos was amazing. He made us feel very comfortable. I would HIGHLY recommend this trip to anyone who wants to have a wonderful, relaxing day on the water.”
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