Crete · EVENING EXPERIENCES

15 Evening Experiences in Crete to Build a Day Around

19 tours  ·  from $29 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 evening experiences worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

Crete: Sunset or Morning Quad with Local Products Tasting - Starting at Peninsula Resort and Spa in Agia Pelagia
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Crete: Sunset or Morning Quad with Local Products Tasting

Rethymno: Sunset Cruise on a Wooden Pirate Boat - Fortezza Castle and the Venetian waterfront from the sea
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Rethymno: Sunset Cruise on a Wooden Pirate Boat

Crete: Off-Road Quad Safari Evening Tour with Hotel Transfer - Starting in Malia with a clear safety briefing
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Crete: Off-Road Quad Safari Evening Tour with Hotel Transfer

3.Off-Road Quad Safari Evening Tour with Hotel Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 474 reviews · 4 hours · from $67

Ride Crete’s mountain trails by quad, visit an olive press, see Sisi and Vrachasi, and catch sunset views with hotel transfers included.

“Was such a fun afternoon. The views were stunning and such a fun way to explore this part of this beautiful island. The guide was really friendly and nice, while making sure that we were safe on the ‘off road’ parts of the trip. Fantastic way to spend the afternoon”

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Rethymno: Sunset Catamaran Cruise - Sushi & Open Bar - The catamaran: comfort without the formality
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Rethymno: Sunset Catamaran Cruise – Sushi & Open Bar

4.Sunset Catamaran Cruise – Sushi & Open Bar

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

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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Crete: Land Rover Safari with Sunset Viewing, Dinner, & Wine - Small villages, wild herbs, and local tastes
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Crete: Land Rover Safari with Sunset Viewing, Dinner, & Wine

5.Land Rover Safari with Sunset Viewing, Dinner, & Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 395 reviews · 6 hours · from $99

Ride into Crete’s mountains for village stops, local tastings, a sunset with Prosecco, a Cretan dinner, and unlimited wine.

“English Chris was our guide and he was truly amazing! We had such a wonderful time because of Chris! Definitely our favourite memory of Crete by far! English Chris and his life experiences was the highlight of our trip, the safari/beautiful sunset/wine/food/greek dancing were an added bonus”

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Hersonissos: Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Snacks and Drinks - What the catamaran setup means for you
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Hersonissos: Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Snacks and Drinks

From Heraklion: Sunset Cruise to Dia Island - Three and a half hours in Saint George Bay
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From Heraklion: Sunset Cruise to Dia Island

7.Sunset Cruise to Dia Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 259 reviews · 5.5 hours · from $82

Sail from Heraklion to Dia Island for clear-water swimming, snorkeling, snacks, and a memorable Cretan sunset.

“Brilliant experience - stunning scenery, lovely food and the guides were friendly and helpful. Definitely recommend!”

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Heraklion: Sunset Sailing Cruise Dia Island with Snorkeling - Reaching Dia’s quiet main bay
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Heraklion: Sunset Sailing Cruise Dia Island with Snorkeling

Agia Pelagia: Sunset or Morning Quad Tour & Ghost Town Visit - Starting in Agia Pelagia with a proper lesson
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Agia Pelagia: Sunset or Morning Quad Tour & Ghost Town Visit

9.Sunset or Morning Quad Tour & Ghost Town Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 221 reviews

Ride Crete’s rugged trails, explore Achlada’s ghost village, visit Fodele, and watch the sea sunset on a three-hour quad safari.

“Great experience! Couldn’t have asked for a more welcoming tour guide. Beautiful, scenic views and exciting to explore the ghost town. Would highly recommend 🌞”

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Sunset Jeep Tour in Crete - Potamies and the shepherd’s mitato
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Sunset Jeep Tour in Crete

10.Sunset Jeep Tour in Crete

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 184 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $99Top rated

Ride Crete’s mountain tracks at sunset, meet a shepherd, sip prosecco, and enjoy a BBQ dinner with wine on this small-group jeep tour.

“Going off road up the mountain, the sunset experience and the enthusiasm of the driver. The driver wanted to make it an exciting experience for all and he planned what music was most suitable for the occasion”

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Chania: Afternoon Catamaran trip - Dinner, Drinks & Sunset - Finding a quiet bay at Agioi Theodoroi
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Chania: Afternoon Catamaran trip – Dinner, Drinks & Sunset

From Heraklion: Quad Safari Wild Crete Evening Tour - A five-minute view of Dia Island
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From Heraklion: Quad Safari Wild Crete Evening Tour

12.Quad Safari Wild Crete Evening Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 149 reviews · 4 hours · from $89

Ride from Heraklion into wild Crete on a sunset quad safari with a cave, olive mill, mountain views, villages, and Aposelemis beach.

“Great adventure with nice people. The off-road part can be tricky for beginners but it was really great experience! Do it! :)”

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Heraklion: Dia Island Romantic Sunset Cruise with Wine - Starting at Marina Café in Heraklion
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Heraklion: Dia Island Romantic Sunset Cruise with Wine

13.Dia Island Romantic Sunset Cruise with Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 144 reviews · from $86

Sail from Heraklion to Dia Island for a sunset catamaran cruise with Prosecco, unlimited drinks, swimming, snacks, and attentive crew.

“Sergei and his crew were fantastic hosts from the second we met them at the port, until we left the boat. My wife and myself felt very welcome, comfortable and relaxed. The crew did not stop working to ensure that everyone had everything that they needed, constantly coming back to ask if people needed more drinks or something to eat etc. A fantastic experience from start to finish!”

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Sailing Trip to Dia with Snorkeling, Dining & Sunset Option - Lunch on deck with Cretan drinks
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Sailing Trip to Dia with Snorkeling, Dining & Sunset Option

14.Sailing Trip to Dia with Snorkeling, Dining & Sunset Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 142 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $36

Sail from Heraklion to Dia Island for turquoise-water snorkeling, a fresh onboard meal, Cretan wine, and a sunset return.

“This was an excellent sailing experience. The 45ft sailboat was outstanding, as were the crew and captain. The lunch was terrific and the day to Dia exceeded all our expectations. Highly recommend this excursion. Our only regret, is that we did not have time to do the sunset sail.”

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Cretan Night: Dinner & Live Show at Pano Karouzanos Village - The drive from the coast into the Cretan hills
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Cretan Night: Dinner & Live Show at Pano Karouzanos Village

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