Luxury Yacht Tour: Explore Crete's Hidden Gems

Sail Crete’s luxury yacht to Gramvousa and Balos, explore exotic islands, savor gourmet meals, and enjoy snorkeling and paddleboarding adventures.

Duration: 7 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Gramvousa Beach - Gramvousa Beach is located beneath the Venetian fort at Imeri Gramvousa, in the bay area at the southern tip of the island. Its pristine white sand and crystal-clear waters warmly welcome all island visitors. The tranquil waters and the shade of tamarisk trees provide a serene retreat from everyday life. Its boat-only access…
What's Included
  • Pick up & drop off (If option selected)
  • Stand up paddle boarding equipment
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • White wine and Beer
  • Use of snorkeling equipment
  • Carbonated beverages
  • All fees and/or taxes
  • On-board restrooms
What's Not Included
  • Towels
  • Entrance ticket to Gramvousa fortress
Additional Information

Join us for an unforgettable journey on the most magnificent and opulent sailing yacht in Crete, as we explore one of the world’s most exotic destinations. The adventure begins at the Port of Kissamos, where our friendly crew will warmly welcome you aboard. Upon reaching Gramvousa Island, enjoy approximately 2 hours of leisure time to explore or dive…

Location
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Please wait for the CRETAN SAILING CRUISES crew members at the sailboats dock using the pin provided. Please be there at least 15 minutes before the cruise. The exact location of the boat is subject to change slightly. You will be informed via what's app message or email for the exact location.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Sassycerami
Nov 16, 2025
Great outing with expert captain - This was such a wonderful outing for our friend trip! We had excellent service on the boat, so much rich history told to us by the captain, and the food and drink on board was top notch!
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485kyliea
Oct 15, 2025
Expertly planned itinerary - So much fun exploring Balos by boat and seeing the Gramvousa ruins! Michael and Tina made our trip around Kissamos unforgettable!
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Christina_c
Oct 10, 2025
Amazing boat trip - Amazing day. The boat and crew are lovely, Dia made a lovely meal and was very attentive. Unlimited drinks, delicious food and a little boat to take you to shore. Balos and Gramvousa are absolutely beautiful. Good balance of time on the boat, swimming and exploring. Highly recommend this trip
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Ronnyko9278zs
Sep 26, 2025
Highly recommended - Beautiful trip.....cozy varied group .beautiful views....lovely sea water...the lagoon was a great experience...water so clear. Beautiful boat well maintained...safe feeling with a super crew....lovely experience...highly recommended!!
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Astridd76
Sep 18, 2025
Great day! - Superb excursion, the weather helped well, no clouds, calm sea! The crew was very caring, we highly recommend this day aboard the sailboat of the Cretan Sailing Cruise team!
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Amedeo_r
Sep 18, 2025
Nice - Excellent experience, we went by engine at the start and sail at the comeback, the crew was kind, when asked to turn the music off they did so and explaim to me people have left bad reviews because they did not have music, it's because they are real sea people, the schedule went as previewed and the food was good.
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Ellie
Sep 7, 2025
Heavenly day cruising to Gramvousa and Balos - Great trip to Gramvousa and Balos. The crew was friendly and laid back. There was plenty of room for all 13 of us .There is a shade on the boat so you don’t have to be in the sun. If you’re inclined, hike up to the fort at Gramvousa. Totally worth it for the views. The beach there is unremarkable and on the smaller side. Good lunch onboard. Linguini with shrimp and Greek salad. Balos was very unique. Wish we’d had more time there than the hour 20 minutes we had. BRING WATER SHOES if you have them. Very rocky all around. The highlight was climbing up the sand to get a panoramic view over this spectacular spot.
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Christinawest651
Sep 6, 2025
Best way to visit Balos beach - We had a wonderful experience on this sailing yacht! The cruise was smooth and comfortable and so beautiful! Definitely the best way to visit Balos beach. The crew was outstanding! Michael, Gianis and Tina were very friendly and accommodating, providing everything we needed. Tina cooked an amazing meal, fresh salad, tzatziki, bread, mushroom risotto and prawns with fettuccine!
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Grandtour54201855446
Sep 1, 2025
Perfect day in Crete! - Beautiful sailing experience departing from the marina of Kissamos, towards Gramvousa and then Balos (booked on Get Your Guide the previous day, discounted to 120 euros per person). On board we were about fifteen adults + crew, adequate spaces, comfortable and safe boat. Day organized very well, with well-balanced navigation times and stops. Rich and good meal (from Italian I say: pasta too!), snacks and drinks at will. Our Captain, Janice and Tina were always helpful, kind and nice. We spent a really pleasant day, without worrying about the dirt road, the overcrowded tourist boat or other banging. Worth it, highly recommended!!!
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Hilde
Aug 26, 2025
Wonderful sailing experience with tasty lunch - Experienced skipper led us to Gramvousa and Balos. On the outward journey it was with engine but the return journey with full sails. A good piece of work because a lot of wind. Lunch provided: Greek salad, risotto, pasta with scampi. Really enjoyed it!!
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