Luxury Day Sailing in Crete: Explore Gramvousa & Balos Lagoon

Luxury Day Sailing in Crete: Explore Gramvousa & Balos Lagoon

Kissamos Port, Chania, Greece

4.9

10 REVIEWS

PEOPLE

8h00

DURATION

With skipper

You will be accompanied by a skipper speaking English, Greek

Super Owner

MITROPOULOS is an experienced boat renter with excellent reviews and is committed to providing quality services

What's included

Fuel

Crew

Final Cleaning

Fresh Seasonal Fruits

Soft Drinks

Authentic Local Lunch

Towels

Snorkeling Equipment

Air Conditioning

About the experience

We remind you that the price set for this experience is for 8 people.

Set sail from Kissamos Port aboard the sleek and contemporary Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490, a 2022 model designed for comfort, elegance, and unforgettable days at sea. This modern sailing yacht is fully equipped for a relaxed, full-day adventure along one of Crete’s most stunning coastal routes.

Your journey begins with a scenic cruise across azure waters, passing rugged cliffs and untouched coves while keeping an eye out for playful dolphins and local marine life. The sail itself is an experience — feel the wind fill the sails as you glide effortlessly along the coastline.

Your first destination is the captivating Gramvousa Island, famous for its Venetian castle perched dramatically above the sea. Here, you’ll anchor for a generous stop, perfect for swimming and snorkeling in crystal-clear waters. Adventurous guests can hike up to the castle for breathtaking panoramic views, while others might simply relax on deck with a chilled drink. A freshly prepared lunch is served on board, featuring Mediterranean flavors to savor in this remarkable setting.

Next, the tour continues to Balos Beach, renowned for its white sand and dazzling turquoise lagoon. Dive in for a refreshing swim or unwind on the soft sands before setting sail back toward Kissamos as the afternoon light casts golden hues across the water.

With air-conditioned interiors, four spacious cabins, and sun-soaked lounging areas, this yacht offers the perfect balance of adventure and tranquility for those who wish to experience Crete’s coast in style.

Organized by MITROPOULOS

Verified boat

· Super owner · 51 reviews

Itinerary

Starting location:: Kissamos Port, Chania, Greece
KISSAMOS PORT (Departure): Scenic views along the way, Marine life viewing, Boat cruise & sailing (1h 30min)
Gramvousa island: Swimming & snorkeling, Break time & photo stop, Lunch on board, Hiking & scenic views to the Castle (2h 30min)
Balos Beach: Anchor at Balos lagoon for a swim in postcard-perfect shallow waters, surrounded by wild cliffs and untouched Cretan beauty.
Arrive back at:: Kissamos Port, Chania, Greece

4.9/5 · 10 reviews

Reviews are displayed in chronological order

D

Diana

Date of the rental 6/25/25 · Date of the review 8/6/25

From the booking process to getting to the boat, everything was easy with Mitropoulos. The boat was even nicer than the images and the food and service on board was excellent. We had a great time with 9 of us and would book again!

Read more
C

Cécile

Date of the rental 6/28/25 · Date of the review 7/4/25

Translated from French

Great day! There were 9 of us adults, we came back with lots of wonderful memories! Just a quick criticism: 2 bottles of wine for 9 was a bit tight for our taste, beer in limited quantity too.... That's our French side, sorry ?

Read more
T

Taylor

Date of the rental 8/6/24 · Date of the review 8/7/24

My family and I had an amazing day out on Electra. Our Captain and crew were great, very nice and accommodating! We sailed to two great swimming locations and they served us a fantastic traditional Greek meal while on board. Highly recommend if you want to visit Balos in Crete, this is the way to do it!

Read more
M

Melanie

Date of the rental 6/26/24 · Date of the review 6/27/24

Such an amazing day! The boat was so clean, well-maintained, and comfortable. The water was gorgeous! We were prepared the most delicious meal right on board. Highly recommend!

Read more