About Cretan Sailing Cruises
Cretan Sailing Cruises operates luxury catamaran sailings from Heraklion to Dia Island and other coastal destinations, combining professional sailing with premium on-board hospitality. Based at Stylianou Square near Heraklion's historic harbour, the company provides both shared and private cruise options that showcase the north-central Cretan coastline at its best.
Their flagship offering is the Dia Island catamaran cruise, a full-day sailing that includes swimming stops in sheltered bays, snorkelling over volcanic reef formations, and stand-up paddleboarding in turquoise waters. Guests are treated to a freshly prepared Cretan meal on board along with local wine and seasonal refreshments. Private charters are available for groups wanting a tailored itinerary, whether that means a sunrise departure, extended snorkelling time, or a sunset-focused route along the coast.
Cretan Sailing Cruises earns repeat bookings through attention to detail — the catamarans are spotless, the crew is genuinely warm, and the food is a proper Cretan spread rather than a token sandwich platter. Their operational base in central Heraklion makes boarding convenient for cruise ship passengers and hotel guests alike, and the call centre team handles logistics smoothly with multilingual support. For visitors wanting a polished sailing day without the price tag of a full yacht charter, this is one of the best options on the north coast.
