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Catamaran Sailing Cruise to Dia Island with Drinks and Meal

5.0 (5 reviews) 7 hours Free cancellation
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Catamaran Sailing Cruise to Dia Island with Drinks and Meal

About this activity

Begin your journey with a convenient pickup from your hotel or directly from the charming Old Venetian Harbor of Heraklion. Enjoy the view of the ancient fortress before boarding your sailboat. The trip to Dia Island takes about an hour. Look out for dolphins and hear fascinating stories about the island’s myth and history. Upon arrival, explore the crystal-clear waters by snorkeling, fishing, paddleboarding, or hiking. Afterward, savor a delicious Mediterranean meal with fresh salads, appetizers, seafood pasta, wine, beer, or soft drinks. Enjoy some swimming and traditional raki before returning to Heraklion, admiring the stunning sunset on the afternoon tour.

Sailing Whale Watching On the Water Dolphin Watching Swimming Short term availability Weather Dependent - Low Agent Low Quality Product

At a glance

Duration
7 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 19 people
People per booking
1–19
Guide
Greek, English, French
Operated by
Sailing Grace

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Certified captain and crew
  • Included: Bottled water
  • Included: Sailing cruise
  • Included: Lunch
  • Included: Use of snorkeling equipment: Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Included: Stand up paddleboarding
  • Included: Music

Not included

  • Not included: Towel

Itinerary

Begin your journey with a comfortable hotel pickup or directly in the charming Heraklion Old Venetian harbor, depending on the option you choose. Before you board your sailboat, soak in the sight of the ancient fortress. The trip to Dia Island takes about an hour, depending on the weather. Along the way, keep an eye out for dolphins while listening to fascinating stories about the island's legend and history. If you wish, you can participate in the sailing activities. After you arrive at Dia Island, enjoy free time to explore the crystal-clear waters. Go snorkeling, try your hand at fishing, go paddleboarding, or go for a hike on the island. If you prefer, chill out on the deck with a drink. After about an hour, enjoy a delicious Mediterranean meal. Feast on fresh Greek salads, tasty appetizers, and seafood pasta. Wash it all down with wine, beer, or soft drinks. After lunch, you'll have plenty of time to swim and enjoy some delicious fruit paired with a traditional drink called raki before heading back to Heraklion. If you take the afternoon tour, admire the stunning colors of the sunset as you cruise home.

  1. Stop 1

  2. Castello del Molo (Koules)

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Please wait in front of Marina Cafe (seaside). The crew will find you there. You will receive more detailed information about the meeting point the day before the cruise.

End point

  • Please wait in front of Marina Cafe (seaside). The crew will find you there. You will receive more detailed information about the meeting point the day before the cruise.

Pickup points

and 18 more pickup points

We'll call you when we get close to the destination.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

  • Group Cruise with Transfer

    Duration: 6 hours: 09:00-15:00, 15:00-21:00

    A Mediterranean Feast: Fresh salads, tzatziki, savory appetizers, pasta with shrimps and seasonal fruits — paired with wine, raki, or a soft drink.

    Transfer Van

    Pickup included

  • Private Cruise / Meeting Point

    Duration: 6 hours

  • Group Cruise / Meeting Point

    Duration: 6 hours: 9.00-15.00

    15.00-21.00

    A Mediterranean Feast: Fresh salads, tzatziki, savory appetizers, pasta with shrimps and seasonal fruits — paired with wine, raki, or a soft drink.

Traveller ratings

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Catamaran Sailing Cruise to Dia Island with Drinks and Meal

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