Top 15 Cruises & Boat Tours in Crete

From Kissamos Port: Boat Cruise to Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa

/ August 4, 2026

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 6,755 reviews · 7 hours · from $47Our pick

Sail from Kissamos to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa, with swims, a Venetian fortress hike, and big-views day-trip comfort on a 7-hour cruise.

“A very good day for the cost of the trip! There is no doubt this is a very crowded activity. The boat was large and filled with hundreds of people. I suppose that is what keeps the cost low. That said, the staff was friendly, it was very well organized, we had enough time to explore both Balos and Gramvousa and the ship had good amenities and ok food. Itinerary was about 1 hour to get to Balos, close to 3 hours at Balos, 15-20 minutes to get to Gramvousa, then close to 2 hours in Gramvousa and a final hour to go back to Kissamos. I recommend sitting outside…”

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Agios Nikolaos: Boat Trip to Spinalonga with Swim Stop

/ August 4, 2026

2.Boat Trip to Spinalonga with Swim Stop

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,031 reviews · 4h 30m · from $29

Cruise Mirabello Bay to Spinalonga, swim at Kolokitha, then explore the Venetian fortress with a live guide and drinks onboard.

“Love this trip! Can't fault it, was good value and staff were fantastic on board 😀”

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Heraklion: Dia Island Sailboat Cruise with Swimming and Meal

/ August 4, 2026

3.Dia Island Sailboat Cruise with Swimming and Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,579 reviews · 5.5 hours · from $95

Small-group sail from Heraklion to Dia Island with snorkeling, paddleboarding, and a Mediterranean meal plus unlimited wine, beer, and drinks.

“It was amazing experience. Definitely a highlight of my vacation. Mariana and Manos was fun and helpful. Good food and beautiful views.”

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Chania/Rethymno: Balos & Gramvousa With Pickup & Boat Ticket

/ August 4, 2026

4.Balos & Gramvousa With Pickup & Boat Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,703 reviews · 9 - 12 hours · from $50

Full-day boat trip from Chania to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa Island, with hotel pickup, cruise, swimming, snorkeling, and castle views.

“Fantastic day! Well worth visiting both destinations and the boat trip is enjoyable. There are good food and drink options on the boat as well. Would highly recommend!”

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Heraklion: Sailboat Cruise to Dia Island with Drinks & Lunch

/ August 4, 2026

5.Sailboat Cruise to Dia Island with Drinks & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,405 reviews · 1 hour - 390 minutes · from $35

Cruise Heraklion waters to Dia Island on a luxury yacht with snorkeling, unlimited drinks, and lunch, plus options for private or a shorter sail.

“A memory for a lifetime. the staff were super professional and accommodating. the sailing was smooth and beautiful and the sea was Cristal clear and just the right temperature.”

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

/ August 4, 2026

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 992 reviews · 10 - 12 hours · from $23

Bus and ferry from Chania to Gramvousa and Balos, with fortress views, lagoon swimming, and door-to-door pickup convenience.

“I really enjoyed the trip with a stop for snorkelling and discovering the island. Guys who work there are truly amazing and helpful. 2 hours is just enough. Thanks for raki!”

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Heraklion: Sailing Cruise to Dia Island with Drinks and Meal

/ August 4, 2026

7.Sailing Cruise to Dia Island with Drinks and Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 778 reviews · 6 hours · from $106Top rated

Sail from Heraklion to Dia Island for clear-water swimming, snorkeling, SUP, and an included Greek meal with wine and raki.

“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 recommend more! So so worth the money!”

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Heraklion: Dia Island Sailing Cruise with Snorkeling

/ August 4, 2026

8.Dia Island Sailing Cruise with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 742 reviews · 4.5 - 7 hours · from $82

Sail from Heraklion to uninhabited Dia Island for snorkeling, paddleboarding, drinks, and Greek meals on a small-group sailing cruise.

“Ernesto and George are very lovely, informative and overall, A great experience!”

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From Ag. Nikolaos: Spinalonga & Kolokytha Cruise with Lunch

/ August 4, 2026

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 735 reviews · 5h 30m · from $35

Boat cruise from Agios Nikolaos to Spinalonga and Kolokytha Bay with swim time, Cretan lunch on board, from $35 pp.

“Good views, and nice bbq. All in all a good day out.”

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Rethymno Area: Gramvousa Island & Balos, Boat Ticket Extra

/ August 4, 2026

10.Rethymno Area: Gramvousa Island & Balos, Boat Ticket Extra

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 594 reviews · 10 - 12 hours · from $20Best value

Bus and boat day trip from Rethymno to Balos Bay and Gramvousa Island, with swims, lagoon views, and optional fortress climbs.

“At first arived a big and very comfortable with conditioner bus. Guide was very pleasant and tell us all needed information about our tour. The views were magical ❣️We climbed on the rock to look from the top. Water colours are magical. Water im Balos is about 25C, but in Gramvousa just about 18-19C ! But it is very good after climbing. Water is super solty, but in the ship is normal water whitch you can use before going inside the ship. Recomended !”

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Chania/Almyrida: Balos Gramvousa Day Trip with Boat Ticket

/ August 4, 2026

11.Chania/Almyrida: Balos Gramvousa Day Trip with Boat Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 590 reviews · 12 hours · from $64

Balos Lagoon swim plus Gramvousa Venetian fortress on one long cruise from Chania. Air-conditioned transport, skip-line boat tickets, big views.

“Balos and Gramvousa are beautiful! Transport pickup was punctual and bus ride was comfortable. Guide was friendly and helpful. The boat is big and carries a lot of people, ideally you board early to find a good place as some people were standing. The food and drink available on the boat is acceptable. the islands do not provide shade, wearing a hat and sunprotection is recommended. Thank you for a great experience.”

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Rethymno: Sunset Cruise on a Wooden Pirate Boat

/ August 4, 2026

12.Sunset Cruise on a Wooden Pirate Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 581 reviews · 1 hour · from $29

A 1-hour wooden pirate-boat sunset cruise in Rethymno with included beer or soft drink, big sea views, and photo stops by Fortezza and the harbor.

“It was a great experience and one my husband and I will not forget . The sunset was amazing and the views from the boat was amazing”

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Heraklion: Sunset Sailing Cruise Dia Island with Snorkeling

/ August 4, 2026

13.Sunset Sailing Cruise Dia Island with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 529 reviews · 4.5 - 7 hours · from $82

Sunset catamaran from Heraklion to Dia Island: snorkel clear water, paddleboard, Greek food and drinks, then sail back at sunset.

“The sailboat had the perfect atmosphere—spacious and comfortable with just the right number of people. Great music set the mood, and the skippers were not only professional but also genuinely pleasant, making the whole experience even better.”

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Sailing Cruise to Dia Island with Meal and Water Activities

/ August 4, 2026

14.Sailing Cruise to Dia Island with Meal and Water Activities

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 526 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $96.74

Sail from Heraklion to uninhabited Dia Island for swimming, snorkeling, SUP, and a full lunch with drinks included, with pickup options.

“We had such a fun time on this excursion. From the driver who picked us up to our sailboat host to the captain - everyone was so welcoming and accommodating. We had a perfect day on the water with plenty of time to swim, snorkel and paddle board. The lunch of shrimp linguine and Greek Salad with fruit plus beer and water were excellent. This was one of the highlights of our trip to Greece. I highly recommend.”

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From Heraklion: Cruise to Balos Lagoon and Chania Old Town

/ August 4, 2026

15.Cruise to Balos Lagoon and Chania Old Town

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 526 reviews · 14.5 - 16 hours · from $88

Cruise to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa from Heraklion, then explore Chania’s Venetian harbor on a long but high-value day trip.

“An amazing day, everything is taken care of. Balos is absolutely breathtaking!!! I cannot believe i saw these sights with my own eyes. The free time in Chania was fun, an opportunity to see a different part of Crete”

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