Crete · HERSONISSOS & MALIA COAST
24 reviewed
Good hersonissos & malia coast tours fill up fast on Crete, and the best fill first. Here are the 15 standouts, with current prices and what sets each one apart, so you can book before the calendar closes.
Jet boat thrills in Hersonissos, then snorkeling in Saint George’s Bay’s clear water. 1 hour, includes gear and pickup.
“Our guide was so much fun and made us laugh a lot. It was cool to experience the jet boat and we got very wet from the quick turns. We were hoping to see more cool fish with the snorkelling but we didn’t get lucky this time”
Guided ATV safari from Agia Pelagia into inland Crete, with Achlada ghost village and Fodele, plus viewpoints and local tastings.
“Our tour guide was awesome and super entertaining! He was able to talk to the English, French, and Greek riders with ease! Super fun guy!”
Self-drive a private 5m motorboat from Hersonissos with no license. Cruise Crete’s coast, swim at Saint George Bay and pirate cave.
“Very helpful introduction, and the boat was very ejoybable, thank you so much for the amazing experience”
Luxury Hersonissos sunset catamaran cruise with open bar, sushi, SUP, snorkeling, and swim time at Saint George Bay in Crete.
“Amazing trip! Unforgettable experience, views and memories! Lots of fun at the swim stop, very (I mean VERY) nice staff, perfect ride for hot days and to explore the Crete island from the side of the water. Beautiful views, UNFORGETTABLE SUNSET! I really recommend the sunset tour-to see the sunset from the catamaran is so amazing! Nice snacks, unlimited drinks and SUP’s that you can have loads of fun with. Book it and you won’t regret it!”
Trek Samaria Gorge from the Heraklion area with an English-speaking escort, Omalos breakfast, Agia Roumeli swim, ferry to Sfakia.
“Prompt pick up and great guide who covered everything, this was a highlight of our holiday!”
A 5-hour quad safari in Crete with an off-road mountain route, a monastery visit, Malia Palace sights, lunch, and an olive oil factory tour.
“A great day. Didn't visit the monastery or see the old tree, but that might have been due to a road closure the day before which meant a diversion. Other than that, a great day. Lunch was also excellent.”
Family-friendly Troy dinner-show in Hersonissos with Greek mythology, phone-based interaction, included dinner or drink, and top acrobatics.
“Everthing was great the show the service and the food”
4-hour wooden-boat cruise from Hersonissos with two swim stops, snorkeling gear, and lunch on board in St. George Bay and Stalis.
“Was very chilled out which is exactly what we wanted! Crew were friendly and welcoming but not in your face - we might have liked a bit more commentary about Crete however this trip was a lovely day away from the pool. Chicken, salad and bread for lunch and there was ample amount (veg option available). Drinks reasonably priced too (2.50 - 3 euros). All in all it was fun, relaxing and meant we saw a bit more of Crete too.”
Guided sunset quad safari from Malia/Hersonissos with new 520cc ATVs, mountain off-road, photo stops, and a coast-hugging sunset.
“De activiteit was op zijn best teleurstellend. Je rijdt in het begin een stuk offroad wat ik leuk vond, maar dat duurde misschien 10 minuten en door de drukte moest je zachtjes blijven rijden. Daarna rij je een stuk een berg op en af. Prachtig uitzicht, maar saai over het asfalt in een lijntje. Vervolgens neem je bijna exact de zelfde route terug. Ik adviseer om €15 extra te betalen voor een spannendere quad toer mits dat jouw interesse is.”
4x4 Jeep safari from Hersonissos through rural Crete, Skotino Cave, villages and lunch, with transfers and off-road tracks.
“Super moment je le recommande Un super groupe et merci à Louise pour sa gentillesse, son professionnalisme et sa gaieté.”
Ride a mini-train through Chersonissos old town, the port, and two sandy beaches, with audio commentary and an optional half-day village route.
“Waste of money. No guarantee you can get on the trains and is purely a tour of hotel stops”
Off-road quad safari from Malia to Vrachasi and Sisi beach with village stops, swimming breaks, and a traditional lunch. Transfers included.
“Tour route was lovely! Beautiful views along the way”
Crete’s Malia Booze Cruise: 4-hour DJ boat party with swim stops, lunch, and transport, plus sunset views for $76.
“Would only recommend this if you’re single. Went with my partner and the DJ was asking people to “dance sexy” for free drinks lmao. Music was so terrible, nothing you could dance to. Really did not enjoy it and actually fell asleep on the boat i was so bored.”
Malia evening quad safari in Crete: ATV training, olive groves, olive oil tasting, Milatos caves, Sissi break, and included meals.
“god oplevelse kom meget rundt for pengene helt sikker en tur jeg vil anbefale sammen med din partner 😊”
5-hour ATV quad safari from Hersonissos through Crete’s mountains and villages with lunch and raki, guided in a small group.
“It was great, our guide Andreas was friendly and knowledgeable. He kept the tour entertaining and exciting. 10/10 experience :)”
