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Sunset Sailing & Wine Tasting Cruise in Heraklion

By Cardinal Cruises
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$1,778 per traveller* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Professional sommelier guiding tastings of 5 premium local Cretan wines
  • Sunset timing for spectacular golden hour views while wine tasting
  • Perfectly paired local snacks complementing each wine selection
  • Intimate group size ensuring personalised attention from sommelier

Activity location

    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Epimenidou 19, Iraklio 712 02, Greece | Cafe Marina (Old Venetian Harbor)
    • Iraklio, Greece

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Sunset Sailing & Wine Tasting Cruise in Heraklion

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English
Starting time: 2:45 PM
Price details
AU$1,777.82 x 1 TravellerAU$1,777.82
Total
Price is AU$1,777.82
Until Fri, 12 June

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional Skipper, Experienced Host, Accident insurance, Fuel, Snorkelling and Fishing equipment, SUP (stand-up paddle board), Sommelier
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Mediterranean snacks prepared with local products (virgin oil, sea salt, etc.)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Local white wine, soft drinks, mineral water, juice
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Fruit salad
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Traditional cookies
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Transfer services

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Prams, Baby buggies, Bikes, Diving, Electric wheelchairs, Explosive substances, Firework, Food and drinks, Glass objects, Handcarts, High-heeled shoes, Intoxication, Littering, Making fire, Mobility scooters, Non-folding strollers, Non-folding wheelchairs, Nudity, Oversize luggage, Pets, Scooter, Skateboards, Skates, Smoking, Smoking indoors, Surfboards, Unaccompanied minors, Weapons or sharp objects
  • Not suitable for: Children under 5 years, People prone to seasickness, People with a cold, People with food allergies, People with haemophilia, People with insect allergies, People with mobility impairments, People with motion sickness, People with nut allergies, People with pre-existing medical conditions, People with vertigo, Pregnant women, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

Forget crowded wine bars -discover the ultimate wine experience sailing along Heraklion's stunning coastline. This isn't just a tasting; it's a sensory voyage through Crete's exceptional wines, perfectly paired with golden sunset views, local snacks, and the gentle rhythm of the Cretan Sea. Each sip tells a storey of ancient grape varieties and generations of winemaking tradition.

What Makes This Unique:
Unlike static wine tastings, this experience combines professional sommelier expertise with the dynamic beauty of sailing. As the sun descends, you'll explore Crete's remarkable wine heritage sampling wines from local vineyards. The Cardinal Cruises team has curated a tasting experience that's part education, part adventure, and entirely unforgettable.

Your Wine Sailing Cruise:

  • Professionally curated local wine selection with sommelier guidance
  • Tastings of 5 premium (2 white, 1 rose, 2 red) wines from different local producers
  • Comprehensive wine education about viticulture and grape varieties
  • Perfectly paired local snacks
  • Sunset timing for the most spectacular evening views
  • Intimate group size ensuring personalised attention
  • Swimming in a secluded bay
  • Background on each wine's unique storey and production method

Perfect For:

  • Wine enthusiasts seeking authentic local wine experiences
  • Couples looking for romantic sunset activity
  • Travellers interested in local culinary traditions
  • Small groups celebrating special occasions
  • Food and wine lovers wanting educational experience
  • Photography enthusiasts chasing perfect sunset moments
  • Those wanting to escape typical tourist wine tastings
  • Travellers seeking unique Cretan experiences

Why This Stands Out:
Crete's wine scene remains one of the Mediterranean's most appreciated jewels, while the island’s wine culture is one of the most authentic parts of the traditional way of life along with food and sea. This cruise offers access to local cherished products, with a sommelier explaining each wine's unique terroir, production method, and cultural significance.

Location

Activity location

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    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Epimenidou 19, Iraklio 712 02, Greece | Cafe Marina (Old Venetian Harbor)
    • Iraklio, Greece