A Wine Tasting Sailing Experience

Duration5h 30m

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesGreek, English, French

Group sizeUp to 8 travelers

Overview

This is not just a sailing trip and not just a wine tasting. It brings both together in a unique setting: onboard the elegant sailing yacht Princess Elena, surrounded by the Cretan Sea and the natural beauty of Dia Island.

Travelers will enjoy a guided tasting of 5 selected Cretan wines, learning about Crete’s ancient wine heritage, local grape varieties and winemaking traditions. The tasting is paired with local cheese, olives and seasonal fruit, creating an authentic Cretan food and wine experience at sea.

What makes it special is the combination of expert wine knowledge, relaxed sailing, crystal-clear waters and a small-group atmosphere of up to 8 guests, offering a more personal and high-quality experience than a standard boat tour.

Options

Shared Wine-tasting sailing

Duration: 13 days 18 hours
Wine Tasting onboard
Sailboat

A Wine Tasting Sailing Experience

What's included

Alcoholic Beverages
Snacks
Use of Snorkelling equipment

What to expect

3h 30m

The highlight of this experience is a guided tasting of 5 selected Cretan wines onboard, paired with local cheese, olives and seasonal fruit. Guests will explore Crete’s rich wine heritage, discover local grape varieties, and learn how the island’s history, land and climate shape the character of each wine.

The journey begins at the historic Venetian Port of Heraklion, where guests board the elegant sailing yacht Princess Elena and set sail towards Dia Island. During the cruise, they can enjoy beautiful sea views, the coastline of Heraklion and the calm atmosphere of sailing in the Cretan waters.

Once anchored at Dia Island, guests will have free time to swim, snorkel, sunbathe or simply relax in the crystal-clear waters. The wine tasting then takes place onboard, creating a unique setting where Cretan wine, local flavors and the sea come together. After the tasting, guests will enjoy a relaxing return sailing trip back to Heraklion.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet in front of Marina Café at the Old Venetian Port of Heraklion. The skipper/host will be waiting by the sailing yacht. Please arrive on time and bring your booking confirmation. We may contact the lead traveler if needed.

End point

Meet in front of Marina Café at the Old Venetian Port of Heraklion. The skipper/host will be waiting by the sailing yacht. Please arrive on time and bring your booking confirmation. We may contact the lead traveler if needed.

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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