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Top Day Trips from Heraklion (Updated November 2026)

Heraklion, Greece
Guided Tour to Knossos Palace & Heraklion

Participate in a guided tour to the Palace of Knossos, the political and ceremonial center of Minoan civilization. The tour continues to the town center …More

Participate in a guided tour to the Palace of Knossos, the political and ceremonial center of Minoan civilization. The tour continues to the town center...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$37
Romantic Luxury Sunset sailing

Sailing by the castle, en route to the historic natural bay of Zeus Island. Imagine a serene evening, nestled in a secluded bay, where the …More

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Sailing by the castle, en route to the historic natural bay of Zeus Island. Imagine a serene evening, nestled in a secluded bay, where the...

5 to 7 hours Free Cancellation
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$688
Private Tour Knossos & Heraklion City

This tour is a unique experience, to visit the most important places in Heraklion City. The tour schedule is flexible regarding the time spent at …More

This tour is a unique experience, to visit the most important places in Heraklion City. The tour schedule is flexible regarding the time spent at...

3 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
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$375
Santorini Island: Guided Tour From Heraklion Crete

Santorini is the southern island of the Cyclades, with an area of 76 km square and a coastline of 70 km long. Many legends take …More

Santorini is the southern island of the Cyclades, with an area of 76 km square and a coastline of 70 km long. Many legends take...

12 to 14 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$227
Knossos, Lasithi, Zeus Cave & Olive Mill Farm Combo Tour

Discover the magic of the Lassithi Plateau, the legendary birthplace of Zeus. At 850m above sea level and surrounded by 18 villages, it offers stunning …More

Discover the magic of the Lassithi Plateau, the legendary birthplace of Zeus. At 850m above sea level and surrounded by 18 villages, it offers stunning...

9 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$57
Knossos Palace Lasithi Plateau Villages Pottery & Olive Oil Mill

Don't lose time and money looking for a tour in Heraklion that is not going to offer to you, what this tour has to offer. …More

Don't lose time and money looking for a tour in Heraklion that is not going to offer to you, what this tour has to offer....

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (13)
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$114
Heart of Crete a mountain adventure

The Meaning of This Journey This experience is more than a tour. It is an immersion into: • Minoan spirituality • Sacred landscapes • Stories …More

The Meaning of This Journey This experience is more than a tour. It is an immersion into: • Minoan spirituality • Sacred landscapes • Stories...

6 to 7 hours Free Cancellation
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$1,703
Private Kourtaliotiko Waterfalls & Preveli Beach Tour

Discover the natural and cultural treasures of South Crete on this exclusive full-day private tour. Begin in the quaint village of Spili, where you can …More

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Likely to Sell Out

Discover the natural and cultural treasures of South Crete on this exclusive full-day private tour. Begin in the quaint village of Spili, where you can...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$568
Spinalonga - Agios Nikolaos From Heraklion

Originally, Spinalonga was not an island – it was part of the island of Crete. During Venetian occupation the island was carved out of the …More

Originally, Spinalonga was not an island – it was part of the island of Crete. During Venetian occupation the island was carved out of the...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$57
Skip the Line-Archaeol Museum/Knossos Palace-Private Guided Tour

Enjoy this tour to explore Knossos Palace and Archaeological Museum of Heraklion with a licensed tour guide. Immerse yourself in the captivating history of Crete …More

Enjoy this tour to explore Knossos Palace and Archaeological Museum of Heraklion with a licensed tour guide. Immerse yourself in the captivating history of Crete...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$681
Ecobike-Knossos Palace-Wine tasting-Olive oil tasting

Time Travel with Knossos: Dive into the captivating history of Knossos Palace, immersing yourself in the tales of ancient civilizations that once graced this extraordinary …More

Time Travel with Knossos: Dive into the captivating history of Knossos Palace, immersing yourself in the tales of ancient civilizations that once graced this extraordinary...

5 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
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$212
Day trip to Rethymno, Chania & Kournas lake

Get to know the west side of the island in a tour, enjoying a morning bus trip towards the cosmopolitan town of Rethymno, followed by …More

Get to know the west side of the island in a tour, enjoying a morning bus trip towards the cosmopolitan town of Rethymno, followed by...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
3.9 (43)
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$49
Mountains of Crete 4x4 Tour with Taverna Lunch

Get ready to go off-road on this adrenaline-pumping 4x4 adventure that will take you well and truly off the radar. Explore the more rural parts …More

Get ready to go off-road on this adrenaline-pumping 4x4 adventure that will take you well and truly off the radar. Explore the more rural parts...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (10)
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$108
Extraordinary Gems of West Crete

Chania and Rethymnon, both with rich historical backgrounds and unique architectural charm, offer visitors an enchanting experience in Crete. From wandering through narrow streets and …More

Chania and Rethymnon, both with rich historical backgrounds and unique architectural charm, offer visitors an enchanting experience in Crete. From wandering through narrow streets and...

8 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$624
Private-Chania+Rethimnon Old Towns-Kournas Lake-From Heraklion

Embark on this Private Full Day Tour to explore West Crete . We will start our day by enjoying an iced coffee in Agia Pelagia …More

Embark on this Private Full Day Tour to explore West Crete . We will start our day by enjoying an iced coffee in Agia Pelagia...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$131
Private Wine Tour at Peza Valley - 2 Wineries and Lunch at Peza

This exclusive private wine tour is a journey through the heart of Crete’s wine country, blending elegance, authenticity, and local tradition. You’ll visit two family-owned …More

This exclusive private wine tour is a journey through the heart of Crete’s wine country, blending elegance, authenticity, and local tradition. You’ll visit two family-owned...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$119
BOAT RENTAL per Hour from Hersonissos Crete

PRICE IS PER BOAT: That is why you book only as 1 adult. The minibus picks you up outside your hotel and takes you to …More

PRICE IS PER BOAT: That is why you book only as 1 adult. The minibus picks you up outside your hotel and takes you to...

2 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$34
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 …More

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...

16 to 17 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$72
Small Group Tour to Zeus Cave Lasithi Plateau Pottery&Olive Mill

This tour to Knossos Palace and Lasithi Plateau is a small group tour and you'll have time to explore the region of Lasithi Plateau and …More

This tour to Knossos Palace and Lasithi Plateau is a small group tour and you'll have time to explore the region of Lasithi Plateau and...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$125
Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa Island or Chania Old Town

Want to spend an unforgettable day away from the hustle and bustle of cities, in complete relaxation of the soul and body? Enjoy the one-hour …More

Want to spend an unforgettable day away from the hustle and bustle of cities, in complete relaxation of the soul and body? Enjoy the one-hour...

12 to 16 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (12)
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$100
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