Koules Fortress
The Venetian sea fortress guarding Heraklion harbour.
Forts & castles · Heraklion












Escape the crowled beaches and join us for a lazy day cruise to the island of Dia. You can enjoy a swimming stop in the crystal clear waters. You can swim in the small bay, wading on the shallow waters of the beach and making sand castles with your children, or go snorkeling and visit the small beautiful church, that can be reached by a small path. Boat trip to Dia will be an excursion you will never forget. The Island is a perfect place to relax. We sail for the Dia Island in the morning, we spend the day on the island and we return at the noon. Your trip to Dia Island will surely be a memorable one.
The Venetian sea fortress guarding Heraklion harbour.
Forts & castles · Heraklion
Ancient Greek inventions you can see working.
Museums · Heraklion
Heraklion's church of the island's patron saint.
Churches & monasteries · Heraklion
An elegant Venetian building, now the town hall.
Old towns & landmarks · Heraklion
Crete's story from Byzantine times to today.
Museums · Heraklion
One of Europe’s great museums, home to the world’s finest collection of Minoan art.
Museums · Heraklion
Heraklion's Venetian basilica.
Old towns & landmarks · Heraklion
Cretan art inside a 13th century basilica.
Museums · Heraklion
Four stone lions in the heart of Heraklion.
Old towns & landmarks · Heraklion
A Venetian gate on Eleftherias Square.
Old towns & landmarks · Heraklion
Icons and church treasures in a Venetian basilica.
Museums · Heraklion
Church where El Greco may have studied.
Churches & monasteries · Heraklion
Heraklion's huge cathedral.
Churches & monasteries · Heraklion
Cretan nature and an earthquake simulator.
Museums · Heraklion
Cretan painters and sculptors near the port.
Museums · Heraklion
Join a small-group sailing adventure from Heraklion to the beautiful, unspoiled Dia Island. With a maximum of 10 guests on board, you’ll enjoy a relaxed, semi-private atmosphere as you cruise along Crete’s stunning northern coast. Swim in crystal-clear waters, snorkel, or simply relax and sunbathe on deck.
The journey to the island lasts about an hour, offering tranquility, captivating sea views of the Cretan Sea, space for sunbathe on the comfortable and spacious deck and a chance to learn about eco-sailing and marine life. For those interested, our skilled skipper can guide you in sailing activities where you can take part in the sailing aspect of the journey.
Elegant sailing boats, so light and fast that she can sail even with the slightest wind speed.
Even if you haven't tried sailing before you will have the chance to grasp some basic skills and get to understand its philosophy.
Enjoy with us an unforgettable sailing experience!
Meet us at Marina Cafe VENETIAN Port Heraklion !
Please search on google maps "Cretan Yachts - Sailing trips to Dia Island" and follow the instructions!
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.