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Top things to do in Heraklion in Summer (Updated November 2026)

Heraklion, Greece
Crete Shore Trip & Knossos Palace from Heraklion (Iraklion) Port

Discover the best of Crete on this top-rated shore excursion, perfect for cruise passengers docking at Heraklion Port. Begin your journey with a visit to …More

Discover the best of Crete on this top-rated shore excursion, perfect for cruise passengers docking at Heraklion Port. Begin your journey with a visit to...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$56
Psiloritis Mountain and Sfendoni Cave 4x4 Cretan Villages Tour

Join our Psiloritis (UNESCO Global Geopark) mountain & villages tour for an unforgettable day in authentic Crete! Admire the breathtaking panoramic views of Mount Psiloritis, …More

Join our Psiloritis (UNESCO Global Geopark) mountain & villages tour for an unforgettable day in authentic Crete! Admire the breathtaking panoramic views of Mount Psiloritis,...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$106
Daily cruises to Dia Island with All -Inclusive Meal and drinks

Experience a Unique Sailing Adventure and savor our All-inclusive authentic Mediterranean menu, unlimited fragrant white wine, soft drinks and bottled water. The journey to the …More

Experience a Unique Sailing Adventure and savor our All-inclusive authentic Mediterranean menu, unlimited fragrant white wine, soft drinks and bottled water. The journey to the...

5 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$68
Imbros Gorge Hiking Day Trip with transportation

Escape into the Cretan countryside with a walk through Imbros Gorge, a cool, rocky ravine that makes for an easy walk. Stroll for about 5 …More

Escape into the Cretan countryside with a walk through Imbros Gorge, a cool, rocky ravine that makes for an easy walk. Stroll for about 5...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$46
Minoan Crete: Knossos Palace, Winery Visit and Lunch at Peza

*** IT DOES NOT include tickets to the Knossos Archeological site or the cost of a Certified Guide to the Knossos Archeological Site. *** Experience …More

*** IT DOES NOT include tickets to the Knossos Archeological site or the cost of a Certified Guide to the Knossos Archeological Site. *** Experience...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$95
Palace of Knossos - Early Morning Ticket and avoid crowds

Explore Crete and Visit the Legendary Palace of Knossos Step into the heart of Minoan civilization by visiting the Palace of Knossos, the ancient capital …More

Explore Crete and Visit the Legendary Palace of Knossos Step into the heart of Minoan civilization by visiting the Palace of Knossos, the ancient capital...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$90
Archaeological Museum of Heraklion Tour

Step beyond a simple museum visit and enter a refined cultural experience, curated for travelers who value depth, comfort, and exclusivity. With your expert licensed …More

Step beyond a simple museum visit and enter a refined cultural experience, curated for travelers who value depth, comfort, and exclusivity. With your expert licensed...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$102
The Gourmet Wine Tour of Heraklion area

In a small and friendly group of maximum 6 people, partake in a sensational visit of 2 wineries of Archanes to meet some winemakers of …More

In a small and friendly group of maximum 6 people, partake in a sensational visit of 2 wineries of Archanes to meet some winemakers of...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$189
Guided Day Tour in Lasithi Plateau, Greek theme park and Villages

Take this trip to find out and enjoy a breathtaking view. Begin with a guided tour to the traditional olive mill and learn all about …More

Take this trip to find out and enjoy a breathtaking view. Begin with a guided tour to the traditional olive mill and learn all about...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$112
Heraklion: Ebike - All in one - Food tasting & Wine tasting

Why just visit Heraklion when you can live it? Imagine gliding through the city’s Venetian walls as the golden hour begins, feeling the Mediterranean breeze …More

Why just visit Heraklion when you can live it? Imagine gliding through the city’s Venetian walls as the golden hour begins, feeling the Mediterranean breeze...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$189
Heraklion Ecobike Tour & Cretan Wine Tasting Experience

This is not just another bike ride or wine tasting — it’s a carefully crafted journey through Heraklion that brings together movement, flavor, and culture …More

This is not just another bike ride or wine tasting — it’s a carefully crafted journey through Heraklion that brings together movement, flavor, and culture...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$121
Jeep Tour: Kourtaliotiko Gorge, Preveli & Spili Village

Your adventure begins in the impressive Kourtaliotiko Gorge, one of Crete's natural wonders. Our team will happily guide you to the hidden waterfalls deep in …More

Your adventure begins in the impressive Kourtaliotiko Gorge, one of Crete's natural wonders. Our team will happily guide you to the hidden waterfalls deep in...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$108
Land Rover Safari Minoan Route with driver and lunch

Discover the authentic heart of Crete on a full-day adventure through picturesque landscapes, traditional villages, and breathtaking mountain scenery. Visit a traditional olive oil producer …More

Discover the authentic heart of Crete on a full-day adventure through picturesque landscapes, traditional villages, and breathtaking mountain scenery. Visit a traditional olive oil producer...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$109
Crete Elounda and Spinalonga Island Cruise Day Trip

A beautiful day starts from Elounda with your final destination on the Spinalonga Island. Do not miss the opportunity to visit the leper island which …More

A beautiful day starts from Elounda with your final destination on the Spinalonga Island. Do not miss the opportunity to visit the leper island which...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$46
PRIVATE Jeep Safari 4x4 SUNSET (with Dinner) in Mountains CRETE

A fantastic jeep safari through the mountains. You are driven by your personal experienced local driver/ guide in your open jeep. Our climb towards the …More

A fantastic jeep safari through the mountains. You are driven by your personal experienced local driver/ guide in your open jeep. Our climb towards the...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$101
Cruise to Spinalonga, Kolokytha Bay & Agios Nikolaos with Lunch

Exclusivity: We operate the only tour that starts sail from Agios Nikolaos and gives travellers the joy of cruising across Mirabello Bay for 1 hour! …More

Exclusivity: We operate the only tour that starts sail from Agios Nikolaos and gives travellers the joy of cruising across Mirabello Bay for 1 hour!...

9 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$57
Off-road Buggy Safari in Crete with a Guide

This tour is a special way to discover the countryside of Crete in a top buggy! You will experience the ultimate adventure, crossing gorges, in …More

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This tour is a special way to discover the countryside of Crete in a top buggy! You will experience the ultimate adventure, crossing gorges, in...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$144
Cretan Stories – A Journey Through History and Tradition

When History meets art and craft. This excursion is for those who want to discover Crete from Rethymnon without a long way driving in bus. …More

When History meets art and craft. This excursion is for those who want to discover Crete from Rethymnon without a long way driving in bus....

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$34
Private Sailing Cruise to Dia Island with Meal & Water Activities

Sail with us to the exotic Dia Island on our large and comfortable sailing yachts. Our journey begins at the Heraklion Old venetian port. After …More

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Sail with us to the exotic Dia Island on our large and comfortable sailing yachts. Our journey begins at the Heraklion Old venetian port. After...

5 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$907
Crete 5-Hour Quad Safari Experience

Discover the mountains of Crete and explore off-road trails on a quad safari with a visit to a Byzantine monastery. Head and marvel to the …More

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Discover the mountains of Crete and explore off-road trails on a quad safari with a visit to a Byzantine monastery. Head and marvel to the...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$92
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