Heraklion:Cruise to Chrissi island natural park with pick up

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Heraklion:Cruise to Chrissi island natural park with pick up
4.1 out of 5 stars
4.1
104 reviews

Take a magical cruise around the exotic bays of the uninhabited Chrissi Island. Discover the protected island known for its natural beauty.

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Duration 10 - 12 hours
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Live tour guide
English, German, French
Pickup included
You will receive a personalized email about the exact place and time of pick-up, within 24 hours after making the booking. If your accommodation is not accessible by bus or out of the referred areas there will be an extra charge, depending on the area. Please check your spam folder. Pickup available from specific points in the areas of Sisi, Malia, Stalis, Hersonissos, Anissaras, Agkisaras, Gouves, Gournes, Kokkini Hani, Karteros, Amoudara and from centrally located points in Heraklion town.

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Itinerary

  • 12 pickup location options:

    Kokkini Hani, Heraklion, Stalida, Gazi, Anissaras, Karteros, Malia, Crete, Kato Gouves, Limenas Chersonisou, Gournes Gouvon, Sisi, Analipsi

  • Bus/coach

    (2 hours)

  • Ierapetra

    Pass by (30 minutes)

  • Ferry

    (1 hour)

  • Chrissi Island

    Boat cruise (4.5 hours)

  • Chrissi IslandFerry

    (1 hour)

  • Bus/coach

    (2 hours)

  • 12 drop-off locations:

    Stalida, Malia, Crete, Kokkini Hani, Heraklion, Analipsi, Sisi, Limenas Chersonisou, Anissaras, Gournes Gouvon, Kato Gouves, Gazi, Karteros

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Take a scenic morning bus drive from Heraklion through the east coast
  • Enjoy a 6-hour boat cruise around various exotic bays in Chrissi Island
  • Swim in crystal clear waters of this completely uninhabited Greek island
  • Admire the Lybian Sea as you sail on the on the south coast of Crete

Full description

Discover some of the best beaches and swim spots in the Libyan Sea on a guided cruise from Heraklion. Cruise to Ierapetra, Belegrina Beach, and Vougiou Mati Beach while taking in the scenery along the coast. Enjoy an optional lunch on board.

Start your trip after taking off from the meeting point on a scenic drive to Ierapetra. Once you arrive, you will have 30 minutes of free time to admire the southern city of Europe, before the boat sets sail on its enchanting cruise.

Be welcomed by the emerald waters of the Libyan Sea as you cruise towards the island's northern beach, Belegrina, also known as Golden Beach. Set anchor 50 meters away from the shore so you can dive in and swim to the island's pristine beache and swim in the turquoise blue waters. Lunch provided on board (it is optional and costs 9 euros per person). Finally you sail back to Ierapetra and back to the resorts

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation by air-conditioned bus
  • Professional driver
  • Tour guide
  • Boat cruise around Chrissi
  • Liability insurance coverage
  • Entrance fee to the natural park
  • Lunch on board (9 euros)
  • Drinks

Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Hat
  • Towel
  • Sunscreen
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Beachwear

Know before you go

  • The restaurant/bar (self-service) is open throughout the cruise, offering a wide selection of salads, toast, sandwiches, soft drinks, pastries, pizzas, beers, wine, ice cream, coffee, etc, with an extra charge. Ask your guide in advance to get a discounted price of the meal on board, while you are on the bus driving to the port

From $70 per person

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.1 /5
4.1 out of 5 stars

based on 104 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.5/5
  • Transportation
    4.2/5
  • Value for money
    4/5

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GetYourGuide traveler – ItalyJune 25, 2025 – Verified booking
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Lilia – GermanyJune 20, 2025 – Verified booking
We were the only boat at the island, which I thought was great! You definitely need water shoes/flip-flops on the island (hot sand, sharp rocks, and small cacti that you can step on). Otherwise, the trip was awesome :)
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Jerome – FranceApril 22, 2025 – Verified booking

Product ID: 419834

Activity provider:
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