Best excursions in Crete

All the most interesting excursions in Crete, sightseeing tours, boat trips and cruises

Excursions in Heraklion area (other cities)

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One day tour to Santorini from Heraklion area

Ferry: Seajets high-speed ferry with departure from the port of Heraklion.

Schedule: everyday.

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Two day cruise to Santorini from Heraklion area

Ferry: Seajets high-speed ferry with departure from the port of Heraklion.

Hotel: bed&breakfast included.

Schedule: everyday.

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Overnight in Santorini at your hotel: ferry, tour and transfer from Heraklion area

Ferry: Seajets high-speed ferry with departure from the port of Heraklion.

Hotel: not included, you book the hotel yourself.

Schedule: everyday.

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Excursion to Balos lagoon and Chania old town from Heraklion area

Take a five-hour cruise to Balos Lagoon in the morning and visit the most beautiful city in Crete in the evening! You'll have plenty of time for the beach and a pleasant walk around the iconic city. All tickets and fees are included!

Schedule: Monday and Thursday.

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Trip to Gramvousa island and Balos Lagoon from Heraklion area

Full day excursion to Gramvousa Island and Balos Lagoon to the confluence of the three seas. Bus tour, boat trip, hiking and relaxing on the beach. All tickets and fees are included!

Schedule: Monday and Thursday.

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Bus trip to Elafonisi Pink Beach from Heraklion area

Journey to the pink sands of Elafonisi beach.

Schedule: Monday and Thursday.

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Western Crete: the cities of Rethymno and Chania and Lake Kournas from Heraklion area

Visit the most beautiful towns in Crete, the Old Town of Chania and Rethymno, and the only freshwater turtle lake Kournas!

Schedule: Wednesday and Saturday.

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Spinalonga Island and the town of Agios Nikolaos from Heraklion area

An almost full day excursion to the island of Spinalonga and the town of Agios Nikolaos. A midday swim in the sea off Kolokita Island is planned and a BBQ lunch is also included!

Schedule: Monday and Friday.

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Knossos Palace, Lassithi Plateau, Cave of Zeus and traditional Crete from Heraklion area

The most informative journey of nature and traditions, myths and legends, religion and history. The program includes some of the most important attractions of the island of Crete!

Schedule: Tuesday and Friday.

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Excursion to the Knossos Palace, Archaeological Museum and city of Heraklion from Heraklion area

Enjoy a half-day excursion to Knossos Palace and the city of Heraklion. Explore the ancient palace with a guide, take a stroll through Heraklion city centre, or visit the museum!

Schedule: Thursday and Saturday.

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Lassithi Plateau, Cave of Zeus and traditional Crete from Heraklion area

Excursion to the Plateau of Lassithi, the Cave of Zeus, the Monastery of Vidiani, the traditional village of Krasi and the Olive mill farm.

Schedule: Tuesday.

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Palm beach of Preveli and the city of Rethymno from Heraklion area

Take a boat trip from Damnoni village in the morning, relax on the palm beach of Preveli in the middle of the day, and drive through the Kourtaliotiko gorge to visit the old town of Rethymno in the evening. All tickets and fees are included!

Schedule: Tuesday and Saturday.

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Matala beach and the ancient city of Gortyna from Heraklion area

Relaxing on a hippie beach and an explorative walk through antiquities — a pleasant experience! The main destination of the trip is the picturesque beach of Matala on the shores of the azure Libyan Sea.

Schedule: Wednesday and Sunday.

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Vai Palm Beach, Toplou Monastery and Sitia from Heraklion area

Beach holiday plus informative walking tours. The main destination of this trip is the picturesque bay and palm-fringed beach of Vai in eastern Crete.

Schedule: Sunday.

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Chrissi island from Heraklion area

Journey to the uninhabited island of Chrissi: boat trip to white wild beaches, dunes and centuries-old Lebanese cedars. Let's spend the day in minimalist landscapes, great beaches and gentle seas! All tickets and fees are included!

Schedule: Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

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Koufonisi Island from Heraklion area

Boat trip to the island of Koufonisi — a beautiful uninhabited island with underwater caves and white sandy beaches. Discover the beauty of unspoiled landscapes in the Libyan Sea! All tickets and fees are included!

Schedule: Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

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Hiking trip in the Samaria Gorge: bus tour from Heraklion area

Excursion to the gorge of Samaria: we head to the southwest of Crete for a hike to the largest gorge in Europe. Bus tour, hiking, boat trip — all in one day!

Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.

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Hiking trip in the Imbros Gorge: bus tour from Heraklion area

Organized trip to the gorge of Imbros: we head to the southwest of Crete to hike through one of the island's most beautiful gorges. Bus tour, hiking, swimming - all in one day!

Schedule: everyday.

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Half day sailing yacht trip to Dia Island (with a full meal and an optional transfer from Heraklion area)

Sailing trip to the island of Zeus from the seaport of Heraklion. Sail the open sea, breathe in the fresh air, use the free snorkelling equipment, swim and enjoy an included lunch or dinner on board!

Schedule: everyday.

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Cruise on the pirate ship from Heraklion area

All hands on deck! Let's go on a boat trip with pirates — ahead of us Cape Saradari, Saint George's Bay, Hersonissos, Malia, Stalida, swimming in the open sea and lunch on board!

Schedule: everyday.

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Land Rover safari: mountains, gorges and palm beaches of the south coast from Heraklion area

Land Rover Safari to the Libyan Sea. Drive through the mountains, swim in the crystal clear waters and have lunch on the south coast of Crete!

Schedule: everyday.

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Land Rover safari: mountains, caves, plateaus and traditional villages of Central Crete from Heraklion

Land Rover Safari to the Central Crete. Drive through the mountains, visit traditional villages and taste local produce!

Schedule: everyday.

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Trip to Acqua Plus Water Park from Heraklion area

A full day trip for adults and kids to Acqua Plus, the largest water park on the island of Crete. Free bus transfer and admission to all slides!

Schedule: everyday.

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Trip to Watercity Water Park from Heraklion area

A full day trip for children and adults to Watercity Water Park. Free bus transfer and admission to all slides!

Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

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Cretan Night at the Lyrakis Olive Farm from Heraklion area

A great evening that starts with a tour of a real olive oil factory and continues at the estate with a traditional Greek Night of dancing and delicacies.

Schedule: Wednesday.

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Cretan Night in Karouzana village from Heraklion area

Real Cretan hospitality: traditional Cretan and Greek dances and songs, delicious local food, wine and an atmosphere of festivity and fun!

Schedule: Saturday.

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Cretan Night in Anopolis village from Heraklion area

A vibrant and intense show featuring professional actors, traditional Greek dancing, music and, of course, cuisine!

Schedule: Wednesday.

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