Crete · LUNCH EXPERIENCES
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 tours with lunch worth the drive, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
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.”
Land Rover safari from Heraklion through Cretan villages and the Zeus area. Small group, lunch with wine, mountain views.
“George was an amazing guide and driver. He showed us the other Crete, far from the tourist spots along the coast. The coastal spots are justly proud of their beauty and history. The interior of Crete is a vision to behold. The topography is stunning. We got to meet a shepherd who makes goat cheese the traditional way; and we got to meet his goats. We saw a tree in Krasi frequented by writers like Niko Kazantzskis. And we got a history lesson on the struggles of the local inhabitants to simply live their lives. George was a wealth of knowledge on the various local views and customs when queried…”
Finikia horse ride in Crete, Zeus-mountain views, then a farm lunch or dinner with homemade wine. 4.5 hours, $94.
“The host was amazing, really a great part of your day. We did ours in the morning and it was great start to our day. The host makes you feel at home in their farrn and serves you so much food for lunch. Their house wine is also amazing! Thank you for a great time and memory made on our honeymoon trip.”
5-hour Crete safari from Heraklion with quad, buggy or Jeep, caves, gorges, Greek lunch, and a beach swim. Pickup included.
“This trip was great! The guys at the site were very informative on how to ride and what to expect. The ride itself was spectacular and dusty, bring a mask or buy one of their masks great price at $4.50 euro. The ride started at the bottom of a valley and the first stop was a very cool surprise. Second was a great view, third was small town where you could get snacks. Here was our incredible part. We had a breakdown of our bike but the quickly brought us a new one, our guide brought us off the mountain very quickly which we absolutely loved. The lunch provided was…”
Cretan Safari Land Rover takes you from the Rethymno area to Preveli Beach, gorges, mountain villages, and a local lunch with unlimited wine.
“Our guide Dionysus was wonderful. He is very knowledgeable. He took us to all the right spots and gave a great background. He has the perfect attitude.”
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.”
Sail from Heraklion to Dia Island for swimming, snorkeling, SUP, and a real Cretan lunch with unlimited drinks, in a max 10-guest crew.
“It was overal a really nice experience. the pickup was well managed and the Boats were really clean. The crew did an amazing job to provide an amazing trip. thanks!”
Sail from Heraklion to Spinalonga and Agios Nikolaos, with a guided leper colony tour, Kolokytha beach lunch, swim time, and free town exploring.
“It was very fun! The guide, Irini, was really lovely and knowledgeable. She explained Spinalonga’s story very beautifully. The transport was also very comfortable (the shuttle, the bus, and the boat). The beach was amazing and Agios Nikolaos is such a charming town. Would totally recommend.”
Crete’s northeast coast in one day: Spinalonga Island, Elounda and Agios Nikolaos, plus Kolokytha Bay swimming and a BBQ lunch.
“Considering the short time available, it was a very nice day trip, And very well time-boxed. Of course, if you start from Heraklion, you’ll have to spend more time on the bus than the others picked up/dropped back along the way. But it’s also nice to enjoy the quiet road trip through the countryside. I really liked the visit at Spinalonga. A bit more time would have been nice, but it’s already the best you can do. The stop at the little beach for bathing was also very nice and at the right moment. I liked the lunch onboard; I found sad that many people threw food: if you don’t…”
Jeep tour from Chania to Balos viewpoint and Falassarna beach. Reserved loungers, Cretan lunch, pickup, and A/C 4WD.
“The beaches on Crete were amazing. The food was delicious, our guide Dion was genuine, kind and accommodating. We had a great time”
Explore Apokoronas villages from Chania with coffee and bakery tastings, a gentle nature walk, and lunch in a local cafeneio.
“Gyannis was our guide for our first tour, what a pleasure he was to spend the day with. He had tremendous knowledge of the local area. This trip ended up being more than we expected. Walking through a farming area enjoying the melody of a rushing river. Eating a freshly picked orange and admiring the many different types of fruit growing here. The snow capped White Mountains were beautiful in the background. We had Greek coffee and a cheese fried pie our second stop, a local Cafe. A cheese store where we sampled different cheeses that they made there. A village bakery where we sampled bread, snacks, olive oil and…”
Sail from Kissamos to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa, swim and snorkel, hike to the castle, and enjoy a traditional Cretan lunch onboard.
“Fun with lots of beautiful swimming spots, great crew!”
Heraklion to Dia Island catamaran with lunch, snorkeling gear, water toys, and open bar, plus calm views in 5.5-7 hours.
“My partner and I had a lovely time. Stunning views, the boat was immaculate. Plenty of equipment for the swimming portion. A real highlight was the food, and was makes this trip stand out from previous boat trips I’ve been on. Highly recommend!”
Horseback through Crete's Finikia Mountains from Heraklion, with picnic, Cretan lunch and wine, plus hotel transfer. 4.5 hours.
“Wonderful hosts & an equally wonderful excursion. Absolutely no regrets, as from start to finish both the host and his beautiful daughter saw to every need. From everyone's abilities with the horses and pairing each to just the right horse, to the fabulous lunch that followed afterwards. We truly, in the entire group, were made to feel like family and the conversation just flowed, fabulous friendships were made and a memory that we will cherish always and this is all because the hosts made sure this is what each one of us came away with. So a big thank you from the deepest soul of our hearts and I will…”
Small 4WD tour from Chania for olive oil and wine tastings, plus lunch at Milia Mountain Retreat with a rustic, no-electricity vibe.
“We had a wonderful time! We loved how private and personable the tour is. There were only 4 of us and a tour guide, Nikos. Nikos was very knowledgeable of everything Crete—from its history, to its food, and even animals. The Milia Mountain Retreat was absolutely beautiful. The food was amazing. The wine and olive oil tour was pretty good. Wine is subjective, depending on your taste, but we loved all the selections that they had. They had a variety of wines—from whites to reds. This is definitely something I would recommend to family and friends who visit Chania. The price is also very reasonable.”
Every kind of day on the island, and the best of each.
