Things to do in Crete
Boat Trips Chania Crete26 optionsCrete to Santorini Day Trip14 optionsQuad Safari Crete16 optionsSnorkeling Tour Crete20 optionsScuba Diving12 optionsCrete Hiking Tours9 optionsSunset Cruises5 optionsCrete Wine Tour6 optionsClimbing6 optionsElafonisi Beach Tour15 optionsCrete Sailing Tours17 optionsCrete Catamaran Tour12 options
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Dia Island Catamaran Crete: Lunch, Wine & SnorkelingYou board a new luxury catamaran at 9:30, anchor at Dia Island by 10:40, and spend the next few hours swimming, snorkeling, paddleboarding, or fishing in crystal-clear water. Lunch—fresh Mediterranean food with wine, beer, and soft drinks—arrives at 1 p.m. and is included. You're back at port by 4 p.m., with hotel pickup and drop-off available if you book it.Is it for me?Book this if you want a full day on the water with swimming and snorkeling built in, without arranging your own boat, food, or drinks—the small-group size and fixed schedule are what make it feel unhurried instead of crowded.
Rethymno Catamaran Cruise: Healthy Lunch & Open BarYou’ll start your day sailing from Rethymno with friendly crew and fresh espresso in hand. Enjoy a healthy brunch as you cruise to Georgioupoli Bay, then dive into clear water for paddleboarding or snorkeling before savoring a Cretan lunch onboard. With an open bar and plenty of time to relax or laugh with new friends, you’ll carry home more than just photos—maybe even a bit of calm.
Rethymno: Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Sushi & Open BarYou’ll float through Rethymno Bay on a luxury catamaran as warm breezes carry laughter and sea salt. Taste sushi rolls and Cretan snacks with an open bar nearby, then dive into clear water or lounge on deck as sunset colors spill across the sky. Paddleboards, snorkeling gear, and even a pink flamingo float are all included—just bring your curiosity for slow evenings at sea.
Snorkeling from Heraklion to Dia Island: Small-Group SailingA small-group sailing trip from Heraklion to Dia Island in Crete with a maximum of 10 guests, where you snorkel, paddleboard, and swim in the Aegean before anchoring for a freshly prepared Cretan lunch with unlimited local wine and beer. The crew speaks English, provides all snorkeling gear and paddleboards, and you can arrange pickup from Heraklion Port or from nearby towns like Malia, Hersonissos, or Gouves. The boat holds no more than 10 people, keeping the atmosphere relaxed and semi-private.Is it for me?Book this if you want to snorkel and paddleboard in one outing—the boat carries you between multiple spots and includes lunch, so you can move between water activities and the island without breaking up your day.
Spinalonga & Kolokytha Bay cruise: Swim & lunchA full-day cruise from Agios Nikolaos that sails across Mirabello Bay to Spinalonga Fortress for a 45-minute guided tour, then stops at Kolokytha Beach for swimming and lunch before returning to town. Hotel pickup is included; the boat is the only one that anchors at Kolokytha, giving you an hour and a half there instead of a quick photo stop. A live guide speaks English, Italian, French, German and one additional language.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to swim and eat without rushing — the long stop at Kolokytha is what makes both possible in a single day. The fixed schedule and included transport mean you don't arrange the drive, the boat times or the meal, so the day holds together without you building it.
Crete: Honey & Olive Oil Tasting Tour with Family ProducersYou’ll meet local producers in Crete, taste eight types of honey and extra virgin olive oil under old olive trees, and hear family stories going back generations. Expect hands-on moments around real beehives and presses—plus plenty of time to savor flavors you’ve probably never tried before. It’s warm, personal, and quietly unforgettable.
Chania Old Town: Private Walking Tour, Lunch & Wine TastingYou’ll start your private day trip above Chania with herbal tea or coffee overlooking the sea, then wander Old Town’s secret corners with a local host. Taste fresh Cretan pastries and cheeses at lunch before sampling four unique local wines guided by a sommelier. Expect laughter, real stories, and that easy pace locals seem to master.
Crete: Tripiti Gorge & Beach with Mountain Village & LunchYou drive through Cretan mountains to Mount Giouktas for Aegean views, stop in a village for local coffee, walk through Tripiti Gorge to a church carved into rock, swim at Tripiti Beach, and eat a three-course lunch with wine at a beachside taverna. Hotel or port pickup and drop-off are included, and the route uses dirt roads and bumpy terrain.Is it for me?Book this if you want to move through Crete's landscape — mountains, gorge, beach — in one day without arranging transport or timing yourself; the fixed route and included lunch mean you show up and the day unfolds.
ATV Riding in Crete: Quad & Buggy Safari from PlataniasA quad and buggy safari from Platanias in Crete where you operate the vehicle—either a 450cc ATV or an 800cc side-by-side buggy—and ride off-road through mountain terrain, hidden forests and scenic beach tracks with a professional guide. You pick your machine and whether to ride solo or share a quad; the route, refreshments at a cliffside viewpoint, and safety gear are included. A full driving license (class B) is required.Is it for me?Book the solo quad if you want full control of the machine and the line you take through the terrain; choose the shared quad to split the cost and share the ride with a friend or family member. The buggy suits riders who want more stability and power without needing a second person on the machine.
Antalya: Troy Dinner Show with Live Mythology & Interactive FunYou’ll step straight into Greek mythology at Antalya’s Troy dinner show — joining heroes and gods on stage, voting with your phone, laughing with locals, maybe even changing history yourself. Whether you go for dinner or just drinks, it’s more than a show: it pulls you right into its world before you even notice.
Chania Food Tour: Old Town Market & Cretan Mezedes TastingYou walk through Chania's Old Town with a local guide, stopping at the 1913 Municipal Market to taste Cretan products directly from family-owned vendors, visit a traditional knife maker's workshop, explore the Jewish and Ottoman quarters, and finish with mezedes and raki at a neighborhood spot locals actually use. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, along with coffee and traditional Greek sweets.Is it for me?Book this if you want to taste what locals actually eat and understand Chania through the people who live there, rather than following a standard itinerary — the small group size and local guide are what make the difference between a walking tour and an actual introduction to the city.
Scuba Diving in Heraklion Crete: First-Time IntroductionA beginner scuba diving introduction in Heraklion Crete for ages 8 and up, with no prior experience needed. You spend about 4.5 hours learning basic skills in shallow water with a professional instructor, then explore the underwater life of the Cretan sea at a depth matched to your comfort level. All equipment, a small snack and water are included; instructors speak English, French, German or Greek. A medical questionnaire screens for conditions that would require a doctor's clearance before you dive.Is it for me?Book this if you've never dived before and want to try it with a guide who stays with you the whole time—the shallow-water practice means you build confidence before you go deeper, and the instructor adjusts everything to your comfort level, not a fixed schedule.
Heraklion: E-Bike Food Tour with Cretan Wine & Local TastingsYou’ll glide through Heraklion on an e-bike with a local guide, tasting fresh bugatsa at Lions Square, sipping earthy Greek coffee in Georgiadis Park, and sharing laughter over Cretan wine and home-cooked dishes near the Historical Museum. Expect warmth from both people and food — and leave with more stories than you arrived with.
Chania Scuba Diving for Beginners: PADI Certified & Hotel PickupYou'll spend 30 minutes learning the basics on land, then 45 minutes underwater at 8 meters with a PADI instructor watching over you and one other diver. Full gear, photos, and hotel pickup are included. The whole experience fits into a morning or afternoon, and you walk away knowing whether diving is something you want to pursue further.Is it for me?Right for anyone who's wondered what breathing underwater feels like but isn't ready to commit to a full certification course — the three-hour format and shallow depth mean you get the real experience without the weekend commitment or the cost.
Knossos & Lassithi Plateau tour from Heraklion: Zeus's CaveThis guided tour of Crete combines Knossos Palace, the mythical Cave of Zeus on the Lassithi Plateau, and three historic villages in a single day, with hotel or cruise port pickup and an air-conditioned minivan. The route includes stops at an olive oil factory for tastings, the Aposelemis Canyon viewpoint, the Kera Kardiotissa Monastery, and the ancient plane tree in Krasi village. A live English-speaking driver-guide leads the experience, which runs 7 to 8 hours. Lunch at a local restaurant and entrance fees to Knossos and Zeus's Cave are separate; an official guide inside Knossos Palace is available for an additional charge.Is it for me?Book the semi-private option if you're flexible on timing and comfortable sharing the minivan with other travelers from the Heraklion region; choose the private tour if you're departing from Agios Nikolaos or Elounda, or if you want to customize the route and stops to fit your own priorities.
Crete: WWII Battle of Crete Day Trip with Chania PickupYou’ll walk through WWII history on Crete, from Maleme’s old airfield to Tavronitis Bridge and two moving war cemeteries. Expect honest stories from your local guide, small group company, snacks along the way, and moments that stick with you long after you’ve left those quiet hills behind.
Crete Sunset Mountain Tour: Villages, Olive Oil & DinnerYou’ll share raki with locals in mountain villages, toast sparkling wine as the sun sets over Crete’s hills, taste real olive oil, then linger over dinner at a family-run taverna. With pickup included and a guide who feels like an old friend, this evening tour leaves you full — in every sense.
Boat Rental Chania No License: Steer Your Own CourseYou’ll captain your own boat from Chania, after a friendly local shows you how everything works—no license needed. Cruise Souda Bay at your pace, stop for swims or snorkeling with included gear, and relax on secret beaches far from crowds. Expect laughter, salty air, and small surprises along Crete’s coastline—freedom you’ll remember long after.
Crete Boat Rental 5.5m License Free & Captain YourselfYou rent a license-free 30hp motorboat from Sfakia for a full day and navigate Crete's remote south coast on your own — Agia Roumeli, Loutro, marble beaches, and hidden coves with no roads. The staff brief you before departure, and you return at sunset or whenever you're ready. Holds six people, includes sunshade and all fees.Is it for me?Right for travelers staying in or near Sfakia who want to explore Crete's roadless south coast without a guide or group. You'll be out on the water for a full day at your own pace, which is what makes reaching remote villages and beaches possible — but it also means you're responsible for navigation and the boat.
Rethymno: Walking Tour & Cretan Food Tasting with Local GuideYou start with Cretan breakfast and coffee in a quiet square, walk the old town with a local guide, watch a master baklava maker work in a 65-year-old workshop, taste honey and raki, then sit down to a full Cretan meal under lemon trees with local wine. The tour is small group, includes all food and drinks, and runs in English or French.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to eat and walk at the same time, learning Cretan food culture from someone who knows the city. Expect to be on your feet for the walking portions, but with plenty of sitting and tasting built in.
