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The 5 Best VIP Experiences in Crete

5 tours  ·  from $119

Every trip has one free day too few. These 5 vip experiences justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.

Heraklion: Dia Island Luxury Catamaran Cruise with Meal - One hour across the Cretan Sea
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Heraklion: Dia Island Luxury Catamaran Cruise with Meal

1.Dia Island Luxury Catamaran Cruise with Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 194 reviews · 5.5 hours · from $127Our pick

From Heraklion’s Old Venetian Harbor, you sail to Dia Island aboard a Lagoon 450F catamaran with an English or Greek-speaking crew. Swim, snorkel, fish, or use the SUP board before a Mediterranean meal, unlimited drinks, and a relaxed return, with morning and sunset departures.

“The sunset on the boat, I truly recommend the evening trip.”

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Balos & Gramvousa Luxury Catamaran Sailing Cruise from Kissamos - The morning departure from Kissamos
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Balos & Gramvousa Luxury Catamaran Sailing Cruise from Kissamos

2.Balos & Gramvousa Luxury Catamaran Sailing Cruise from Kissamos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 116 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $235Top rated

Join DanEri Yachts for a 7.5-hour cruise from Kissamos to Balos and Gramvousa. With a maximum of 22 people, captains such as Yannis and Dimitri, a chef-prepared lunch, snorkeling, paddleboards, and early arrival before the ferries, this is a polished way to see Crete’s famous northwest coast.

“Dimitri, Yanni (sp) and Jessica delivered a first class experience. We were sorry it had to end! The boat, food, music, meeting fellow travelers, the beach and views made for a perfect day. Highly recommend adding this to your holiday.”

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Panormo: Luxury Catamaran Cruise with Lunch & Open Bar - A swimming bay with SUP boards and snorkeling gear
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Panormo: Luxury Catamaran Cruise with Lunch & Open Bar

3.Panormo: Luxury Catamaran Cruise with Lunch & Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $174

Spend 6.5 hours aboard a modern catamaran from Panormo, with a small group of up to 20. Enjoy breakfast, gourmet snacks, swimming, SUPs, snorkeling, fishing, a farm-sourced Mediterranean lunch, and unlimited soft drinks, beer, and Cretan white wine.

“Great Experience. Crew was amazing. Had a really fun time. Couldn't fault the experience. The crew were great with the kids in the family too.”

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Knossos Palace and Pottery experience (Luxury Adventure) - Knossos Palace: allow time for heat and extra costs
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Knossos Palace and Pottery experience (Luxury Adventure)

4.Knossos Palace and Pottery experience (Luxury Adventure)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 32 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $118Best value

You’ll visit Knossos with guide options available at extra cost, shape pottery in Thrapsano, taste Cretan olive oil, and enjoy lunch in a village setting. Pickup is offered from Agios Nikolaos, Elounda, Malia, Hersonissos, and nearby resorts. Guides include Michael, Panagiotis, George, and Petra.

“Expérience très intéressante ! Avec des guides passionnés et chaleureux. La vue pendant le trajet est magnifique ! Petit bémol : pour la visite du palais de Cnossos, je déconseille la tablette pour visiter ! Mieux vaux mettre quelques euros en plus pour un guide professionnel pour un groupe! A part ça, c’était parfait avec une nourriture locale et très fraîche !”

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From Ierapetra: Day Cruise with Luxury Yacht to Chrissi island - The quick 30-minute crossing to Chrissi Island
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From Ierapetra: Day Cruise with Luxury Yacht to Chrissi island

5.Day Cruise with Luxury Yacht to Chrissi island

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 23 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $155

Join the captain and his brother for a six-hour cruise from Ierapetra to Chrissi Island. You’ll swim, snorkel, relax on the beach, and enjoy lunch on the yacht. The group is limited to 15, with return to the harbor around 4:30pm.

“Nice trip to relax and very nice lunch, good organisation, Nice staff, boat clean and good condition.”

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