The 5 Best Sailing Trips with Lunch in Crete

1.Balos Gramvousa Sailing Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 257 reviews · 7.5 hours · from $229Our pick

Sail from Kissamos to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa Island aboard a small boat with an experienced skipper such as Vasilis or Themis. Swim, snorkel, hike to Gramvousa Castle, and enjoy a fresh Cretan lunch with drinks. Shared and private options are available, with cabins, towels, and snorkeling gear included.

“We booked months in advance and when we arrived, lucky us, we felt like king and queen for a day. 5 stars are not enough. Elena was so very hospitable as our 1st. Mate and our captain was a mariner like no other. our lunch was beyond delicious. This was a day we will remember forever”

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2.Luxury Catamaran Cruise with Lunch & Open Bar

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

Set sail from Panormo at 9:30 am on a modern catamaran with an English-speaking crew. Enjoy a healthy breakfast, Cretan lunch, local wine and beer, swimming, SUP, snorkeling, fishing, shaded lounges, and a small group capped at 20 people.

“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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3.Balos and Gramvousa Private Sailing Trip with Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 41 reviews · 8 hours

Spend eight hours aboard the private sailboat Izabela, cruising from Kissamos to Balos Lagoon and Imeri Gramvousa. Swim, snorkel, hike to a Venetian fortress, and enjoy Cretan food, wine, beer, and soft drinks with your group and crew.

“We had a brilliant experience! We were a family of 10 and it was perfect! Just the right amount of time, the lunch was excellent and Skipper was very accommodating. The family have all agreed that it was the best! Highly recommend!!”

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4.Private Sailing Cruise, Balos and Gramvousa with meal and drinks.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Spend about eight hours aboard the private sailing boat Izabela, cruising from Kissamos to Balos and Gramvousa. Skippers such as Christopher, George, Yanni, and Alex tailor the day to your group, with Cretan lunch, beer, wine, snorkeling gear, umbrellas, and time for swimming.

“This was a family trip and if you come to Crete I highly recommend this trip. The captain Cristopher was very knowledgeable and always ready to help you out. We felt safe and we enjoyed every part of the trip. Don’t miss this experience… it was amazing.”

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5.Fully Private Sailing Cruise with Meal & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 7 hours

Spend seven hours aboard the private yacht BE HAPPY with skipper Nikos and a hostess, sailing from Souda past forts, villages, and small islands. Swim in clear coves, snorkel, try the helm, and enjoy a fresh three-course Cretan lunch with wine, beer, and soft drinks.

“Excellent day. Swam in beautiful clear waters. Sailed in open waters. It would have been good to have had some snorkelling gear, but other than it was superb. Lunch was delicious. It was cooked on the boat with local food. The skipper and his crew were lovely.”

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