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SAMARIA Gorge Walk: full day from area Heraklion CRETE
The 18 km hike starts in Xyloskalo. You will discover a wide variety of fauna and flora, much of which is unique and found exclusively on this island, and you see the Kri-Kri, the wild Cretan goat. The ever-changing view and the wonderful scent of pinewood and Cretan Herbs make this walk, which is rocky at some points, a wonderful experience and make all the effort worthwhile. The isolated, deserted village of Samaria makes the ideal place for a rest before you continue to the 'Iron Gates', the point where the canyon walls are so close that they almost touch each other. Enjoy the fantastic rock formations and take advantage of this unique chance to taste the fresh , cold spring water. The walk ends at the small fishing village of Ayia Roumeli, with plenty of tavernas for you to enjoy a tasty meal and that well-earned drink. Relax on the beach and cool off in the turquoise waters of the Libyan Sea.
4.2(11)
16 Hours - 17 Hours
Heraklion
- Free cancellation
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$75
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Samaria Gorge Full-Day Hike & Agia Roumeli Beach from Heraklion
Samaria gorge is the longest in Europe and one of the most impressive gorges in Greece. Follow the path through this famous gorge, marvel its natural landscape, from the White Mountains to thousand-year-old forests and the river across it. At the end of the path, you will find the village of Agia Roumeli, where people can swim, relax at the beach, or find a tavern to have lunch within full view of the Mediterranean Sea.
4.0(29)
16 Hours - 17 Hours
Heraklion
- Free cancellation
From
$59
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2 days Local Life Experience at Lassithi Plateau from Heraklion
2-Day Lasithi Plateau Experience for adults only – Live Like a Local, Taste, Discover & enjoy the Authentic Heart of Crete. Escape to the tranquil Lasithi Plateau, nestled in the Dikti Mountains, where tradition and breathtaking landscapes meet. Explore historic landmarks, indulge in local flavors, and immerse yourself in Crete’s warm hospitality.
4.0(1)
2 Days
Heraklion
- Free cancellation
From
$109
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Private Guided Jeep Tour, Scotino Cave, Lasithi Plateau Half day.
What Makes This Tour Special This is not just a sightseeing trip—it’s a journey into the quiet, authentic heart of Crete. We don’t follow the crowds. Instead, we guide you through mountain villages, sacred caves, peaceful monasteries, and working olive mills that still do things the old-fashioned way. You’ll travel in comfort with a local guide who knows the backroads and the stories behind every stop. From the taste of fresh olive oil to the shade of a 2,000-year-old tree, every moment is real and unhurried. It’s a tour designed for those who want to see how Crete truly lives and breathes—beyond the postcards and into its living soul.
4.0(1)
4 Hours - 5 Hours
Heraklion
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$355
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Knossos Palace, Olive Oil & Dia Island Sunset Cruise
What makes this experience stand apart is the contrast — sharp, honest, and deliberate. In one single day, you move from the stone logic of Knossos Palace, where Europe’s first civilization learned order and ritual, to the open Aegean, where order dissolves into wind, salt, and horizon. Most tours choose either land or sea. This one insists you understand both, the way Cretans always have: farm in the morning, sail in the afternoon, eat well in between. It is also a rare pairing of living production and living nature. The olive mill is not a staged stop; it is a working place, governed by seasons and patience, not schedules. Hours later, you are anchored off Dia, swimming and dining aboard a sailing yacht as the sun drops into the sea — not rushed, not over-scripted. One foot in history, one hand in the present, and the rest left to the day itself. That balance is not common, and it cannot be mass-produced.
4.0(1)
9h 30m
Heraklion
- Free cancellation
From
$166
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Knossos, Olive Oil Mill, Lyrarakis, Special for Cruise Passengers
Certified Guide for Knossos Palace is NOT INCLUDED Embark on a half-day journey through Crete’s rich heritage and timeless flavors. Your tour begins at the iconic Knossos Palace, where myths come to life among the ruins of the mighty Minoan civilization—walk through ancient corridors, grand halls, and fresco-lined chambers that whisper tales of kings and labyrinths. Next, visit a traditional olive grove farm tucked away in the countryside. Stroll through age-old olive trees, learn the secrets of olive oil production from passionate locals, and savor a tasting of fresh, cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil—liquid gold straight from the source. The day concludes at a local winery known for its indigenous grape varieties. Explore the vineyards and cellars, hear the winemaking stories passed down through generations, and enjoy a relaxed wine tasting session. This tour offers a taste of Crete’s land and legacy—without lunch, leaving your afternoon open for more adventures.
4.0(1)
5 Hours - 6 Hours
Heraklion
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$201
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From chania : Knossos Palace & Archeological Museum Tour
Visit the cradle of the Minoan civilization, the palace - labyrinth of legendary King Minoas and its mythical Minotaur. In addition explore the Heraklion Archeological Museum, the best in the world regarding the Minoan art as it contains the most notable and complete collection of artifacts of the Minoan civilization of Crete.
3.8(5)
12 Hours
Heraklion
- Free cancellation
From
$53
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Amazonas Park and Glass Bottom Boat Tour
It's all about Crete's wild side on this tour. You'll come face-to-face with monkeys, meerkats, lemurs, and more at Amazonas Park Nature Reserve and see a world below the waves with a glass-bottom boat trip. And in between, there's free time to chill out in Agios Nikolaos. Your destination for the morning is Amazonas Park, an animal refuge where you'll get up close to some of the world's most unusual, beautiful, and endangered animals. You'll also find out about their rainforest environments and how we can help with conservation efforts. At Agios Nikolaos town, you'll have a couple of hours to shop or grab lunch overlooking Mirabello Bay. Next, hop on a glass-bottom boat for a trip in the bay. You'll glide out into the bay aboard a semi-submarine, which features windows beneath the surface. Kids and adults will have a great time spotting the likes of loggerhead sea turtles and multicolored fish darting around the rocks.
3.8(9)
4 Hours - 8 Hours
Heraklion
- Free cancellation
- Likely to sell out
From
$80
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Private Tour to Knossos and Archaeological Museum or Shopping from Heraklion
Travel back 4,000 years to the oldest civilization in Europe on this excursion through Crete. Departing from Heraklion Port, a luxury mini-bus will take you to the Minoan Palace of Knossos, then on a sightseeing tour along Heraklion’s city walls. Next, you can either take a guided tour through the extraordinary archaeological museum of Heraklion, viewing the distinctive items of Minoan culture, or enjoy free time in the city center to stroll around the shops.
3.7(3)
4 Hours
Heraklion
- Private tour
From
$552
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From Heraklion: Private Knossos Day Trip
At the desired time, an experienced English-speaking professional driver will pick you up from your accommodation in a private vehicle ready to immerse you into the Greek culture and lifestyle. If you are a history lover, get ready to travel back in time on this full-day tour. Knossos Palace is the biggest Minoan Palace of Crete. The archaeological museum is one of the most significant museums in Greece and its collections come mostly from central and eastern Crete and cover a span of 5.500 years. You will also have the chance to visit Koules Fortress that dominates the entrance to the Venetian Harbour of Heraklion. The Venetians called it "Sea Fortress", but today it is known by its Turkish name, Koules. Our drivers are not licensed to accompany you into the sights, but are very knowledgeable of the places visited and will provide all the necessary historical information and their local perspective. At the end of the tour, your driver will drop you off at your accommodation.
3.6(8)
6 Hours
Heraklion
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$190
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From Heraklion & Malia: Cretan Folklore Night with Buffet
Experience a night dedicated to music, dancing, and tasty local food during this Cretan folklore night in Karouzana, a traditional village near Heraklion. Sip on wine and taste local products such as cheese, olive oil, and meat during a buffet meal. Reaching the ancient village after pickup, walk through this magnificent place and experience the locals’ hospitality. At dusk, enjoy a traditional feast. Taste delicious dishes with cheese, virgin olive oil, meat, and other products of Cretan soil. Get treated with the wine, listen to the sound of the Cretan Lyra (Greek musical instrument), and take delight in looking at the dancers, dressed in their traditional costumes performing Cretan and Greek folk dances. Have a good time while still feeling safe: eating and drinking will be individual and sterile as required by law and waiters will wear masks and gloves. The seats and the tables will also have the appropriate spacing in accordance with legal requirements.<
3.6(7)
6 Hours
Heraklion
- Free cancellation
From
$34
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Heraklion Market and CretAquarium Guided Tour
Embark on an adventure through the famous Cretaquarium and the port city of Heraklion Learn about the history of the city + discover the Open Market and the shopping mile and stroll around the harbor Explore the sights in Heraklion with this bus tour from selected areas of Crete. Discover sights like Liberty Square and Koules Fortress on a sightseeing tour combined with a visit at the Cretaquarium. This is created for families and explorers. Start with a visit at the famous Cretaquarium where you can purchase a ticket to skip the line to view various Mediterranean species, including sharks, tuna and sea turtles. Don't miss the absolute highlight of the Cretaquarium, the Jelly fishes. It's for every human kind an attraction itself, to meet all species of the Mediterranean Sea. Explore the Byzantine, Ottoman, and Venetian influences on the city. Admire the imposing fortress of Koules at the harbor and the Venetian Walls that surround the old city.
3.0(1)
6 Hours
Heraklion
- Free cancellation
From
$23
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Jeep Tour to Archanes with Wine tasting & Lunch
This experience blends history, mythology, nature, and gastronomy in a single unforgettable day. You'll walk in the footsteps of the Minoans, stand beneath the sacred Mount Giouhtas where Zeus is said to rest, and taste Crete's rich agricultural heritage through private wine tastings and traditional cuisine. Led by a local expert, this tour offers exclusive access, authentic encounters, and deep cultural insight — far beyond the typical tourist path.
3.0(1)
7 Hours
Heraklion
- Free cancellation
- Likely to sell out
From
$113
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Heraklion: Dive and Swim like a Mermaid
Have you ever dreamed of becoming a mermaid? Join the Try Mermaid program and make your dreams come true! You will complete a mermaid experience in confined waters and learn entry-level mermaid skills, including swimming with a mermaid monofin. Earn your Try Mermaid recognition rating.
3 Hours
Heraklion
- Free cancellation
From
$83
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Explore the Treasures of Crete: Gortyna, Phaistos and Matala
Join us on a captivating journey through the ancient wonders of Crete, starting with our departure from your hotel. Our first stop will be the archaeological site of Gortyna, approximately one hour away. Gortyna, once a thriving ancient city, now stands as a testament to the island's rich history. Next, we'll embark on a short 20-minute journey to our second stop, Phaistos. Here, amidst the picturesque Cretan landscape, you'll discover the remains of the legendary Phaistos Palace. Our final destination is the charming coastal village of Matala, which is just a short drive away. Here, you'll have the opportunity to indulge in a delicious meal, explore the famed Hippie Caves, and unwind on the beaches of the Libyan Sea.
5 Hours - 6 Hours
Heraklion
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$1,184
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Beginner's SSI Intro dive w/2 Dives & transfer
Join the beginner's scuba diving course and enjoy a diving trip with two dives in Agia Pelagia. Benefit from the support of an instructor, reach depths of up to 6 meters, and earn a certificate.
6 Hours
Heraklion
- Free cancellation
From
$166
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Knossos Wine & Pottery Tour 4 to 15 customers
Tour at Knossos, winery at Peza, pottery village "Thrapsano", Hersonissos. Experience an archaeological tour at the Palace of Knossos. Visit the winery at Peza to witness their wine-making process. We will also take you to the pottery village then to a place where there are a lot of activities for kids!
5 Hours
Heraklion
- Private tour
From
$278
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NORTH CRETE TOUR up to 4 customers
Tour at traditional village Skalani and winery at Peza, Knossos, cathedral church of St. Minas and central market of Heraklion.
6 Hours
Heraklion
- Private tour
From
$335
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Private Trekking Mount Karfi Adventure
Mount Karfi is located at Lassithi plateau, about 70km west of Heraklion. Lassithi is known for the picturesque windmills. In the 1950s and 1960s the plateau was one of Europe's first wind farms. There were about 10-13 thousand windmills that pumped the underground water, with which the local farmers were watering their crops. Moreover, the area is known as the birth place of Zeus, the King of the gods, according to the Greek mythology.
5 Hours
Heraklion
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$592
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Heraklion: Boat safari with guided snorkeling/ diving tour.
Enjoy a day of sunshine on the sea on a small-group boat tour around the gulfs of Heraklion. With maximum eight passengers on board, you can expect personalised service and comfort. Use of seascooter and mermaid monofin is available in the 1st stop with extra charge. Feel free to ask!
2h 30m
Heraklion
- Free cancellation
From
$83
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Tsoutsouras Canyon Canyoning -Crete
In South Crete and more specifically in the area of the Municipality of Viannos, at a distance of 25 km, there are more than 10 gorges. One of them is Tsoutsouros gorge. A beautiful and technical canyon, suitable for beginners and children (older than 12yo). Minimum number of participants, 4 persons Highlights • The view towards the Libyan sea from within the Canyon. What to bring • Low Trekking shoes or regular sports shoes • Camera • Sun Screen • Bathing suit • Sunglasses • Beach towel • A second - spare outfit • Hat
7 Hours
Heraklion
From
$229
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Private Tour Guide and Transfer in Heraklion Crete
Visit Knossos, discover the advanced and sophisticated 4000 year old Civilization of Crete. Meet the Minoans, see the Palace of Knossos with its Labyrinth and splendid wall paintings. Next stop an authentic village nearby, wine tasting, also tasting local products (olive oil, honey, herbs). Heraklion city tour, explore the Historical city center of Heraklion and Capital of Crete! The 7th labor of Hercules was performed here, the birthplace of El Greco and Nikos Kazantzakis.
1 Hour - 4 Hours
Heraklion
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$355
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Visit Knossos and the hidden garden of Zeus
Step Into Myth & Flavor – Discover the Real Crete. Explore the legendary Palace of Knossos, home of King Minos and the Labyrinth of the Minotaur, with skip-the-line access and a small-group experience for a personal touch. Then, venture off the beaten path to uncover Crete’s hidden gems—sacred sites, stunning landscapes, and rich local traditions. Savor the island’s authentic flavors with tastings of olive oil, wine, raki, and fresh products from the “Garden of Zeus.” Travel in comfort in an air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver. Sit back, relax, and enjoy Crete with all five senses.
3 Hours - 4 Hours
Heraklion
- Free cancellation
From
$273
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