Afternoon Balos catamaran cruise in Crete

Crete day tour with monastery, winery visit and cooking class

A chance to delve into Crete's culture and eat like an islander. On this full day tour inland from Chania, you'll visit a winery in Alikambos, explore a historic monastery, and take part in a hands-on cheese-making class. Joanna, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘This tour is the ideal opportunity to taste Cretan olive oil and wine, and to try local food that you'll get to prepare during a cooking lesson'.After making your way through the scenic foothills of the White Mountains, you'll reach your first port of call – award-winning Dourakis Winery, a family-run business with decades of experience in winemaking and olive oil production. Enjoy sampling its organic Cabernet Sauvignon wines and olive oil before setting off into the countryside.Next, you'll head to the Monastery of St George. Set among sun-soaked olive groves in the village of Karydi, this early 17th-century retreat was restored after many decades of abandonment, though parts of it still retain a ruined air. You'll be able to explore the grounds and discover the remains of the old olive oil press. What's more, your visit directly contributes to the monastery's upkeep. Your final stop is Kefalas village where you'll partake in a cooking lesson to learn how to prepare a traditional dish. Then it'll be time to roll up your sleeves and have a go yourself. Prepare a meal using a recipe you can recreate when you get back home, and if you're feeling creative, you can even try your hand at making Cretan cheese.

Afternoon Balos catamaran cruise in Crete

Ease into the afternoon with a chilled glass of Prosecco and a selection of canapes on board a fancy catamaran. You'll set sail to Balos Lagoon, known for its pink sand and turquoise waters, where you can swim, snorkel or unwind on deck with a cocktail in hand. After this, enjoy a few light bites as the Cretan sunset steals the spotlight. You can choose the Comfort option on the lower deck with open seating, or you can opt for VIP Flybridge upper deck access with your own sunbed, towel and a personalised waiter service.

Balos and Gramvousa catamaran cruise in Crete

Cruise in style on a luxury catamaran with two ticket choices. There's the comfort option on the lower deck with open seating, or choose the VIP option to access get on the upper deck where your own sunbed and personalised service is waiting. You'll set sail from Kissamos Port with coffee and a light brunch before an anchor drop at Balos, where you can swim, snorkel or relax on deck with a cocktail. Next, you'll check out Gramvousa Island's Venetian fortress and lagoon before enjoying a Mediterranean lunch, some R&R and a final toast on the way back to the port.

Nat Geo Day Tour: A História Milenar do Azeite de Oliva

Nat Geo Day Tour: Descubra a vida na fazenda cretense

Cretan semi-submarine and guided tour from south Crete

Dive into a dazzling day in Agios Nikolaos, starting with a Cretan semi-submarine adventure - explore the clear waters and colourful marine life of Mirabello Bay without getting your toes wet. Next up, a guided walk through the hidden corners of Agios Nikolaos, soaking up local culture and history. Finally, take things at your own pace with some free time – relax by the lake, shop for local treasures, or savour a coffee in a cosy café before we head back to base.

Excursão à Caverna Margarites e Melidoni

Cruzeiros de catamarã no Porto Antigo de Chania até a Ilha de Agioi Theodoroi

Seja pela manhã ou à noite, este cruzeiro de catamarã na Baía de Agioi Theodoroi reúne todos os ingredientes para um passeio cretense clássico, com vistas costeiras, esportes aquáticos em águas cristalinas e comida mediterrânea fresca. Você partirá do antigo porto veneziano de Chania e ancorará perto da ilha de Agioi Theodoroi para nadar, mergulhar com snorkel, praticar stand-up paddle ou pescar. No passeio matinal, você almoçará a bordo, com cerveja grega e vinho cretense, enquanto no passeio ao pôr do sol, você receberá uma bandeja de presunto, queijo e frutas locais, além de uma taça de espumante e canapés no embarque.

Passeio off-road privado para conhecer Creta

Aperte o cinto para um emocionante passeio off-road 4x4, explorando as paisagens montanhosas de Creta. Você ficará impressionado com as vistas da costa sul de Creta a partir da vila de Kerame e com o dramático desfiladeiro de Kourtaliotiko. Dê um mergulho refrescante na Praia de Preveli, saboreie um almoço tradicional e confira as fontes em forma de cabeça de leão de Spili. Com seu guia também como motorista, cada curva revela outra joia escondida de Creta.

Passeio de dia inteiro com cavernas cretenses, azeite e cerâmica

Conheça um pouco da tradição cretense neste passeio de um dia inteiro. Você começará sua aventura na Caverna Melidoni para um passeio panorâmico, antes de parar para um café. Em seguida, visite um lagar de azeite para aprender tudo sobre como o azeite é feito, da colheita manual ao engarrafamento. Além disso, você poderá provar diferentes variedades e aprender algumas dicas para sua culinária. Depois, visite um museu do mel para uma sessão de degustação, antes de encerrar seu passeio na vila de Margarites, um polo de cerâmica com raízes venezianas, conhecido por sua herança secular na produção de cerâmica.