9 Boat Tours in Rethymno to Build a Day Around

1.Sunset Catamaran Cruise – Sushi & Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 446 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $100Our pick

Sail from Rethymno for sushi, Greek wine, swimming, SUP, snorkeling, and a memorable Mediterranean sunset aboard a luxury catamaran.

“The crew was very experienced, communication was also great. It was a bit windy at first but the crew brought to an amazing area with quiet sea where we had a long pause and were able to swim. This little cruise was my mom’s birthday present and she was extremely happy.”

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2.Sailing Catamaran Cruise with Meal & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 285 reviews · from $164

Review of a six-and-a-half-hour Rethymno catamaran cruise with swimming, SUP, snorkeling, fresh Mediterranean lunch, and unlimited drinks.

“I liked being out on the water and everyone was so nice.”

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3.Mini Pirate Boat Cruise with Swimming Stop

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 110 reviews · 2h 30m · from $41

Cruise from Rethymno past Fortezza to pirate caves, swim by Camarola arch, enjoy a snack, and return through the Venetian harbor.

“Hyvin sujui. Merellä olo parasta, vesipullo ja sen kanssa tarjottu sämpylä positiivinen yllätys.”

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4.Santorini Guided Tour and Cruise from Crete

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 46 reviews · 12 hours · from $210

Review of the 12-hour Crete to Santorini tour, with fast ferry rides, guided stops in Oia and Fira, prices, timing, and practical advice.

“Väsitav pisut aga kõik oli nii nagu peab .Ainult Volcano trip jäi arusaamatuks kuna ei öeldud ,et termaal vees ujumine on laevalt .”

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5.From Panormo: Luxe All-Inclusive Catamaran Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 39 reviews · from $164

Cruise from Panormo to Bali Bay on a semi-private catamaran with lunch, drinks, snorkeling, SUP boards, and family-friendly fun.

“We really like everything for all day. The capitan put right now in your comfort. Make you feel the owner of the boat. Very precise! My compliment goes to the chef. Many dishes made at the moment. Many attention for allergic. We re exited”

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6.Loutro Day Trip by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 32 reviews · from $39Best value

Spend five free hours in whitewashed Loutro on a boat trip from Rethymno, with swimming, Cretan food, mountain views, and guided transfers.

“Our guide Ani made sure that we enjoyed our trip to the fullest. She was so helpful and attentive to our needs. Her sincere approach helped me take better care of my mother who had hard time with the heat. Thanks to Ani, I could find the perfect spot to accommodate my mother and enjoy the sea. Thank you Ani.”

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7.Panormo: Sunset All-Inclusive Catamaran Cruise with Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 21 reviews · from $96

Sail from Panormo at sunset with Prosecco, unlimited drinks, local snacks, swimming, SUP, snorkeling, and sea views.

“great crew very good organization snacks and refreshments tops”

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8.Day Boat Trip: Preveli-Triopetra- Agios Pavlos from Rethymno

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 3 reviews · 11 hours · from $106

Review of Crete’s 11-hour southern coast trip from Rethymno, with Kourtaliotiko Gorge, Agios Pavlos, Triopetra, and Preveli Beach.

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9.Private Catamaran Cruise with Lunch and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 6.5 hours Top rated

Sail from Rethymno to Ombros Gialos Bay on a private catamaran with Cretan lunch, unlimited drinks, snorkeling, SUP, and Wi-Fi.

“The best boat trip we’ve ever been on. A group of 17 headed out for the day on the boat, the service, the food, the whole day was just brilliant and I can’t thank you enough. When we come back to Greece we will be coming again”

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