4 Drinking Tours in Crete, Compared

1.Sunset Catamaran Cruise – Sushi & Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 446 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $100Our pick

Sail from Rethymno Marina on the 25-person catamaran Karina with Prosecco, sushi, Cretan snacks, Greek wine, beer, SUP boards, snorkeling gear, and a sunset stop near Geropotamos Beach. Crew members Nana, Yannis, Banos, and Sepdos are noted for warm, attentive service.

“The crew was very experienced, communication was also great. It was a bit windy at first but the crew brought to an amazing area with quiet sea where we had a long pause and were able to swim. This little cruise was my mom’s birthday present and she was extremely happy.”

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2.Dia Catamaran Tour – Lunch, Open Bar & Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 161 reviews · from $141

Join DanEri Yachts for a five-hour semi-private cruise from Heraklion to Dia Island. Captain Giannis, Gianna, Konstantinos, and the crew provide a warm welcome, fresh food, drinks, snorkeling gear, SUP boards, fishing equipment, and plenty of room to relax.

“Great - so much fun, fantastic boot with very friendly crew, going to beautiful beach for snorkelling etc”

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3.Dia Island Catamaran – Premium Lunch, Open Bar, Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 126 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $181Top rated

Set sail from Heraklion at 9:30 a.m. aboard a modern catamaran for a six-and-a-half-hour trip to Dia Island. Swim from the boat, snorkel, paddleboard, fish, and enjoy brunch, fresh Mediterranean lunch, dessert, and selected unlimited drinks. The English-speaking crew may include Spiro, George, Alexandria, or Sergey.

“We had a great day with George and Alexandra. This is basically a ride to Dia island off Heraklion where you anchor and pass the day swimming and sunbathing. Out at 10:00 back by 16:00. The food was ok. This trip is what you make it and depends on the other members of the group. If you want to walk on the island make sur to bring proper footware.”

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4.Sunset Craft Beer & Food Tour – Chania Old Port

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 86 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $132

Join Marie Claire or Stelios for a small-group walk through Chania’s Old Port, pairing six Greek craft beers with a full Cretan tasting menu. You’ll learn beer basics, follow local backstreets to the Lighthouse for sunset, and finish at a pub near the Venetian harbor.

“Excellent introduction to the different beers on offer in Chania. We learnt a lot we didn't previously know about the differences between different types of beers. Only regret was not doing it sooner!”

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