Dia Island Escape: Semi-Private Sailing Adventure

Embark on a semi-private sailing adventure from Heraklion to Dia Island. Enjoy sunbathing, swimming, and socializing with fellow travelers. Savor a delicious onboard meal.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Dia - Discover the unique destination of Dia island while traveling in style and comfort aboard our luxury sailing boat. Feel the breeze of Cretan sea, swim and dive into the crystal clear waters, explore the ruins of an ancient port, take a walk on the island or just relax on deck and enjoy the summer sun, while in the meantime tasting a delicious meal, served during your journey with us.

Dia is an uninhabited island north of Heraklion surrounded by small rocky inlets and it is only accessible on boat. In the southern part of the island there are 4 quiet bays: the gulf of Agios Georgios, which is where boats use to moor, the gulf of Kapari, the bay of Panagia and the gulf of Agrielia.

The island is of great archeological interest as it was populated during Minoan times and near the bay of Agios Georgios, a harbour settlement was established. The undersea discoveries provided evidence suggesting that there stood one of the biggest and most important ports in the whole island of Crete.

What's Included
  • StandUp Paddleboard
  • Fishing gear
  • Snorkeling gear
  • Lunch
  • All fees and taxes
Additional Information

Embarking from the enchanting Venetian port of Heraklion, our northward journey to Dia Island promises a semi-private escape filled with delightful socializing and shared experiences. As we set sail, you can choose to unwind on the sundeck, bask in the sun’s warmth, or actively engage in the sailing procedures, fostering a sense of companionship among fellow travelers.

Upon reaching the idyllic Dia Island, immerse yourself in its crystal-clear waters, explore ancient port ruins, embark on a leisurely walk, or simply relax on deck, soaking up the summer sun in the company of newfound friends.

Avanti Sailing ensures your well-being with a delectable meal served on board, complemented by premium local wine and a selection of refreshing soft drinks. Enjoy seasonal fresh fruits while we gently cruise back to port, leaving you with a feeling of relaxation, a sun-kissed glow, and readiness for the upcoming evening.

  • Travel time is already included in the total duration of the tour.
Location
Venetian port in Heraklion
Ioanni Merineli
The Meeting point is at "Marina Cafe - Restaurant" which is located at the Heraklion port. Next to the meeting point there is a big parking area with low Charging Fee.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
5.0
(13 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
355v_roniqued
Sep 9, 2024
Very nice sea trip - An incredible day on a beautiful sailboat with few participants, we anchored in a small cove and were able to swim before enjoying a good meal on board.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Noreen
Aug 26, 2024
A must when visiting Crete - We charted a sailboat for a half-day visit to DIA. The boat was lovely. The captain and crew of one were wonderful. The Cove was beautiful. We had time to paddle board swim in the beautiful blue waters. We were served a lovely light lunch with accompanying wines perfect for a day outing. I highly recommendAvanti sailing for anyone visiting the island of Heraklion Crete.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
P9266wadanieli
Aug 16, 2024
5/5 - Very good trip, worth the money! The sailboat was a very fun way to get to the island, and the water and snorkeling were beautiful. Our tour guide even dove down and found some artifacts from the Ancient Minoan's. Food was good as well.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Miko
Aug 8, 2024
Lovely boat cruise - Lovely boat with wonderful staff. The trip went well with no problems and the food (especially the salad) made by the crew was exceptionally great.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
E6305cadianad
Aug 8, 2024
Anytime again - Very nice trip to Dia Island, the crew (Dimitros and Greg) was super nice, could tell a lot about Dia and Crete. We left Heraklion in the afternoon and came back in time for sunset. Many thanks to our crew for an unforgettable day. Anytime again!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
B_b
Jul 15, 2024
Fantastic family trip with older children - We had a wonderful time with the excellent team. All of us were excited to pass giant sea turtles as we were sailing and we saw a few different types of fish whilst snorkeling at Dia. We went on the sunset tour, which meant no early start and a fabulous end to the day watching the sunset on our way back to the harbour. Thank you for a fantastic trip. 100% recommended!
Review provided by Viator
Y9453yepriscillar
Jul 12, 2024
To do - Very nice views and sunset. Swimming with fish and we saw sea urchins. Great crew Excellent meals
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Leeph7553rh
Jul 11, 2024
A relaxing day to Dia island. - It was a very well organised trip. The captain (Greg) and his first mate (Dimitris) were exceptionally friendly and able to answer any queries. The food was a simple but delicious pork pasta, with Greek salad. Followed by fresh fruit. Drinks were available - water, soft drinks and wine (although wine was not offered at lunch, only on setting off). The full day gave lots of time for swimming, paddle boarding and enjoying the elegance of Dia Island.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Brian
Jul 2, 2024
Magnificent - We had a beautiful day sailing with Avanti Sailing. Greg was a fantastic host and captain. The waters of Dia was beautiful and a must visit.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Brigitte
Jul 2, 2024
Magnificent experience - We had a wonderful afternoon and evening on the sailboat of jiannis the captain and his crew Costas! Lovely sailed, quite exciting so angled we lay but not felt unsafe for a moment. Nice that the captain can also cook well besides being a good sailor! Beautiful sunset and to top it off a dolphin spotted. A fat 10!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Select Date and Tickets
up to 10 guests
1 Adult
September 2024
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Today