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Best Cruises & Boat Tours In Crete

Crete’s best days out.

The 15 most popular cruises & boat tours on Crete — what each day actually involves, what it costs, and the operator running it.

15 Best Cruises & Boat Tours In Crete

From Kissamos Port: Boat Cruise to Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa

From Kissamos Port: Boat Cruise to Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa - The Boat Ride Experience: Cave Views, Plenty of Seating, and Sea-Safe Fun

1From Kissamos Port: Boat Cruise to Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa

Sail from Kissamos to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa for swimming, a Venetian castle hike, and wild Cretan scenery in about 7 hours.

Most Popular★ 4.2

“Great trip, easy and scenic boat ride with reasonable food options (snacks and meals) (including espresso) and plenty of seating inside or outside. Family of 5 with kids ages 10, 10, and 14. We pre-ordered lunch which wasn’t necessary. With big kids it’s better to just see what they are in the mood for. I…”

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Agios Nikolaos: Boat Trip to Spinalonga with Swim Stop

Agios Nikolaos: Boat Trip to Spinalonga with Swim Stop - Kolokitha Bay swim stop: turquoise water, anchored calm, and a reality check

2Agios Nikolaos: Boat Trip to Spinalonga with Swim Stop

Guided boat trip from Agios Nikolaos to Spinalonga, with Mirabello Bay cruise and a swim stop in Kolokitha Bay.

★ 4.4

“It was a lovely trip. Very relaxing on the boat with some real rememberable moments. A real highlight. We could have done with a little more information on the boat about what we were seeing, but that's only a minor point. We could also have done with more time to explore the island, but it…”

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Heraklion: Dia Island Sailboat Cruise with Swimming and Meal

Heraklion: Dia Island Sailboat Cruise with Swimming and Meal - Meeting at Cafe Marina and getting on the yacht without stress

3Heraklion: Dia Island Sailboat Cruise with Swimming and Meal

Small-group sailing from Heraklion to Dia Island for swimming, snorkeling and SUP, plus a Mediterranean meal and unlimited drinks.

★ 4.8

“Perfect friendly Crew. Nice Katamaran. Good drinks and delicious food. It was my third time with this company. Sofia, Giannis and our Captain Petros are a super Crew. I will make the Dia Tour again. I love it sooooo much. Thank you Guys. Nicole”

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Heraklion: Sailboat Cruise to Dia Island with Drinks & Lunch

Heraklion: Sailboat Cruise to Dia Island with Drinks & Lunch - Meeting up near Marina Cafe: small timing details that matter

Chania Areas/Kalyves:Gramvousa Island & Balos,Boat Tkt Extra

Chania Areas/Kalyves:Gramvousa Island & Balos,Boat Tkt Extra - Gramvousa Island: the Fortress climb is the headline

5Chania Areas/Kalyves:Gramvousa Island & Balos,Boat Tkt Extra

Bus and boat day trip to Gramvousa and Balos from Chania/Kalyves, with a Fortress option, swimming time, and lots of sea views.

★ 4.2

“Balos and Gramvousa are the most amazing place on earth! The sea is full of color and fish and the water was really clear and perfect! The day was well organized but I would have liked to stay one more hour on Gramvousa Island. The boat was really big and there was a seat for…”

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Chania: Balos Gramvousa Cruise with Transfer and Boat Ticket

Chania: Balos Gramvousa Cruise with Transfer and Boat Ticket - Getting to Kissamos Port: Pickup Timing You Should Respect

Heraklion: Sailing Cruise to Dia Island with Drinks and Meal

Heraklion: Sailing Cruise to Dia Island with Drinks and Meal - The Onboard Meal and Drinks: What a Mediterranean Lunch Feels Like at Sea

7Heraklion: Sailing Cruise to Dia Island with Drinks and Meal

Sail from Heraklion to Dia Island for snorkeling, SUP, dolphins stories, and a full onboard Mediterranean meal with drinks.

★ 4.9

“The most magical and romantic experience to end our trip in Crete. Hosts were delightful, the snacks and drinks were excellent, the equipment and amenities provided for snorkelling, fishing and paddle boarding were amazing! The sights on the way and from the island were incredible - recommend the evening trip for the sunset. 100/10 couldn’t…”

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Heraklion: Dia Island Sailing Cruise with Snorkeling

Heraklion: Dia Island Sailing Cruise with Snorkeling - Dia Island: the swimming, snorkeling, wine, and photo stop package

8Heraklion: Dia Island Sailing Cruise with Snorkeling

Sail from Heraklion to uninhabited Dia Island for snorkeling, paddleboarding, drinks, and Greek food on a small yacht.

★ 4.7

“The Sail Boat tour was extraordinary. We had such a beautiful sunny day. Both the Captains were very incredible. I booked for a Retreat I was hosting in Greece. We were 7 people and had the whole sailboat for ourselves. I booked the half day tour & honestly we loved it so much, that if…”

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From Ag. Nikolaos: Spinalonga & Kolokytha Cruise with Lunch

From Ag. Nikolaos: Spinalonga & Kolokytha Cruise with Lunch - Meeting at the port: how to start the day smoothly

9From Ag. Nikolaos: Spinalonga & Kolokytha Cruise with Lunch

Cruise from Agios Nikolaos to Spinalonga and Kolokytha Bay with onboard lunch, swim time, and self-guided exploration.

★ 4.2

“We had a great time on this cruise. The view was picturesque and Spinalonga was amazing. The entry tickets are included and the guided tour on the island is charged extra, but nonetheless, the island had a lot of direction and information boards so I don’t really think a guide was needed. We ended up…”

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Agios Nikolaos: Semi-Submarine Cruise

Agios Nikolaos: Semi-Submarine Cruise - Getting Oriented at the Port (and Why Arriving Early Helps)

Rethymno Area: Gramvousa Island & Balos, Boat Ticket Extra

Rethymno Area: Gramvousa Island & Balos, Boat Ticket Extra - Balos Bay Lagoon: The 2.5-Hour Swim Window You’ll Remember

11Rethymno Area: Gramvousa Island & Balos, Boat Ticket Extra

Rethymno day trip to Balos Bay and Gramvousa Island: bus transfers, lagoon swimming, fortress views, and a practical budget breakdown.

★ 4.3

“The most beautiful beach I've ever seen... The program is well-organized, it takes 12 hours as it is indicated. You can spend around 3 hours on Balos beach and 1,5 hours in Gramvousa island. We didn't go up to the ruins, we chose a beach as well in Gramvousa, because it would be very hard,…”

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Chania/Almyrida: Balos Gramvousa Day Trip with Boat Ticket

Chania/Almyrida: Balos Gramvousa Day Trip with Boat Ticket - The cruise views: Tersanas Cave and Vouxa Cape from the best seat on the sea

Rethymno: Sunset Cruise on a Wooden Pirate Boat

Rethymno: Sunset Cruise on a Wooden Pirate Boat - Captain Hook onboard: seating, music, and that bonus fun factor

Sailing Cruise to Dia Island with Meal and Water Activities

Sailing Cruise to Dia Island with Meal and Water Activities - Getting on board: pickup, meeting point, and what to expect

From Heraklion: Cruise to Balos Lagoon and Chania Old Town

From Heraklion: Cruise to Balos Lagoon and Chania Old Town - Kasteli to Gramvousa: Watching the Coast Change Color

15From Heraklion: Cruise to Balos Lagoon and Chania Old Town

Cruise to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa, then visit Chania’s Venetian harbor. Full day from Heraklion with swimming time and old-town strolls.

★ 4.4

“I dont know where to start Balos is a truly incredible place. If you think its looking pretty from the photos, you dont even know how pretty it is in person. You will remember it for life! Breathtaking panorama of Balos is something you must visit in this lifetime. It is very crowded but, but…”

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