Private 6.5h shore tour to Eastern Crete from Heraklion
Overview
Make the most of your time in Crete with a private half-day tour designed for cruise guests and travelers who want a relaxed but meaningful experience.
Discover the authentic side of Eastern Crete through traditional villages, breathtaking coastal views and the elegant seaside town of Agios Nikolaos.
From the quiet charm of Fourni and Kritsa to a spectacular photo stop overlooking Spinalonga and free time in Agios Nikolaos, this tour offers a beautifully balanced introduction to the culture, scenery and character of the island.
With a focus on local culture, history, and tradition, this private tour for cruise ship guests and those who want a half-day tour is a unique opportunity to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of the island of Crete.
What's Included
- Bottled Water
- Support from your travel planner before and during your tour
- Greek coffee or fresh orange juice in traditional cafe
- Infant seats and child booster seats are provided upon request, totally free of charge
- Air conditioned vehicle with USB sockets
- Flexible pick-up & drop-off at your preferred time and location
- Highly skilled professional guide
- The guide will provide local recommendations for the best restaurants and attractions in Crete
- Dinner
- Gratuities (optional)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup from Heraklion Port: outside of Central Port Station.Pickup from Nikos Kazantzakis Airport: located outside the Arrivals area on the right side. Look for a small gate and crosswalk that leads to the other side of the main road, where you will find the bus station. Your pickup will be at that bus station.We discuss pickup points with each guest individually for their convenience.Pickup from any Hotel: outside of hotel (if the size of vehicle allows to park outside of the hotel), otherwise we discuss with the guests the most convenient place for a pick up.
What To Expect
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Fourni
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Agios Nikolaos
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Kritsa Village
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
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- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- Bottled Water.
- Support from your travel planner before and during your tour.
- Greek coffee or fresh orange juice in traditional cafe.
- Infant seats and child booster seats are provided upon request, totally free of charge.
- Air conditioned vehicle with USB sockets.
- Flexible pick-up & drop-off at your preferred time and location.
- Highly skilled professional guide.
- The guide will provide local recommendations for the best restaurants and attractions in Crete.
- Dinner.
- Gratuities (optional).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private 6.5h shore tour to Eastern Crete from Heraklion is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private 6.5h shore tour to Eastern Crete from Heraklion will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled Water
- Support from your travel planner before and during your tour
- Greek coffee or fresh orange juice in traditional cafe
- Infant seats and child booster seats are provided upon request, totally free of charge
- Air conditioned vehicle with USB sockets
- Flexible pick-up & drop-off at your preferred time and location
- Highly skilled professional guide
- The guide will provide local recommendations for the best restaurants and attractions in Crete
- Dinner
- Gratuities (optional)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
