Highlights
- Board a spacious catamaran at Heraklion and cruise toward Dia Island, a protected natural reserve with clear water and untouched beauty.
- Enjoy welcome Prosecco and Mediterranean finger foods as you settle into comfortable sunbeds or shaded lounge areas on the catamaran.
- Swim, snorkel, or try stand up paddleboarding in calm bays near Dia Island when the catamaran anchors.
- Savor a variety of sushi rolls and fresh seasonal fruit while you relax on deck and look out at the sea and island views.
- Take advantage of an open bar with unlimited water, soft drinks, Greek white wine, and beer throughout the cruise.
- Watch a stunning sunset over the Mediterranean as you sail back toward Heraklion, with vibrant colors painting the sky and sea.
Tour Overview
This sunset luxury cruise is designed for guests who want a relaxed evening on the water with comfortable facilities, good food, and memorable views. After pickup from selected areas or meeting directly at Heraklion, you will step on board a spacious catamaran where the crew will welcome you with a glass of Prosecco and light Mediterranean finger foods.
Once everyone is settled, the catamaran will leave the port and cruise along the coast toward Dia Island, passing the Rocca a Mare Fortress and following the shoreline. As you travel, you can relax on sunbeds or in the shaded lounge area, listen to soft music, and watch Heraklion and the Cretan coast pass by while you enjoy drinks from the open bar.
Near Dia Island, the catamaran will anchor in a calm bay so you can enter the water for swimming, snorkeling, or trying stand up paddleboarding. Equipment is available on board, and the crew can help you get started if you are new to these activities. Back on deck, a selection of sushi rolls is served, followed by fresh fruit, while the open bar keeps drinks flowing. As the afternoon turns to evening, you will watch the sun set over the Mediterranean before the catamaran returns to Heraklion.
Typical Itinerary
- Pickup or port arrival - Be collected from a designated pickup point or make your own way to Heraklion and check in with the crew at the catamaran.
- Welcome on board - Step onto the catamaran, receive a glass of Prosecco and Mediterranean finger foods, and listen to a brief safety and route explanation.
- Departure from Heraklion - Leave the port and begin cruising along the coast, passing the Rocca a Mare Fortress and heading toward Dia Island.
- Coastal cruise toward Dia Island - Enjoy views of Heraklion and the Cretan coastline while soft music plays, drinks flow from the open bar, and you settle into the rhythm of the boat.
- Anchoring near Dia Island - Drop anchor in a calm bay near Dia Island, where the crew will prepare snorkeling gear, paddleboards, and inflatable floats for water activities.
- Swimming, snorkeling, and paddleboarding - Enter the clear water to swim, snorkel, or try stand up paddleboarding, with support from the crew if needed.
- Sushi and refreshments - Return to deck for a variety of sushi rolls, fresh seasonal fruit, and unlimited drinks from the open bar.
- Sunset return cruise - Watch the sun set over the Mediterranean as the catamaran sails back toward Heraklion, with the sky changing from gold to orange and pink.
- Arrival at Heraklion - Disembark at the port and either walk to your next stop or join pre arranged transport back to your pickup area.
The exact anchoring location, timing of the sunset views, and how long you spend at each stop can vary with weather, sea conditions, and the season. The crew will adjust the schedule to make the most of light and water conditions while keeping everyone safe and comfortable.
What's Included
- Afternoon and sunset catamaran cruise from Heraklion to Dia Island and back.
- Welcome Prosecco and Mediterranean finger foods on arrival.
- Variety of sushi rolls and fresh seasonal fruit served during the cruise.
- Open bar with unlimited water, soft drinks, Greek white wine, and beer.
- Espresso, detox water, teas, and protein cocktail available on board.
- Use of snorkeling masks and fins, stand up paddleboards, and inflatable floats.
- Life jackets and swimming vests for use in the water.
- Music and free Wi Fi on board the catamaran.
- Pickup from selected areas around Heraklion, when specified at booking.
Not Included
- Hotel pickup from locations not listed in your confirmation; you may need to meet at Heraklion port.
- Cocktails and premium alcoholic drinks beyond the open bar selection.
- Personal towels, sunscreen, and other personal care items.
- Travel insurance, medical cover, and any personal spending during or after the cruise.
- Tips for the crew, which are optional and based on your experience.
Accessibility & Practical Info
- This cruise is not suitable for guests who are pregnant, have serious medical conditions including heart problems or epilepsy, have mobility impairments, or are over 95 years old.
- You will need to step between the pier and catamaran and use ladders for swimming; basic mobility is required.
- Bring a sun hat, swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, and a passport or ID card copy for your comfort and documentation during the cruise.
- Wear comfortable clothing suitable for sun and sea, and consider a light layer for the evening return.
- Alcohol beyond the open bar selection, drugs, glass objects, red wine, and explosive substances are not allowed on board.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult; unaccompanied minors are not permitted.
- When booking, provide each passenger's full name, date of birth, passport or ID number, and nationality as required by port authorities.
- The cruise depends on weather conditions and may be rescheduled or cancelled if sea or wind conditions are unsafe.
Pricing & Booking
Price: Around $104 USD / €96 per person for this 3.5 to 5.5 hour Heraklion: Sunset Luxury Cruise with Sushi and Open Bar. Premium cocktails and any additional services requested on board are paid separately on the day.
Share your preferred date, pickup area, and group size so we can confirm availability and send you the latest details for Heraklion: Sunset Luxury Cruise with Sushi and Open Bar. This is an ideal choice if you want a relaxed, comfortable evening on the water with good food, drinks, and a memorable sunset view near Heraklion.