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Top Day Trips from Heraklion (Updated November 2026)

Heraklion, Greece
Knossos Palace and Your Custom Adventure

We begin our journey at Knossos Palace, the ancient kingdom of the mighty King Minos, where legends of the Minotaur and the labyrinth come to …More

We begin our journey at Knossos Palace, the ancient kingdom of the mighty King Minos, where legends of the Minotaur and the labyrinth come to...

4 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
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$445
Agios Nikolaos Spinalonga Plaka and Olive Oil Tour

Embark on a captivating private tour of Eastern Crete, beginning with the Journey to gouves for an immersive experience at a family-run olive mill, where …More

Embark on a captivating private tour of Eastern Crete, beginning with the Journey to gouves for an immersive experience at a family-run olive mill, where...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$624
Crete: Margarites, Rethymno & Argyroupoli Full-Day Tour

Visit western Crete and let yourself be enchanted by very special places that are off the normal routes. …More

Visit western Crete and let yourself be enchanted by very special places that are off the normal routes....

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$68
CHANIA RETHYMNON KOURNAS, full day professional guided coach tour

Our first stop will be a visit to Chania, Crete’s second largest city into the old town within the venetian city walls which is an …More

Our first stop will be a visit to Chania, Crete’s second largest city into the old town within the venetian city walls which is an...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$54
KNOSSOS & HERAKLION CRETE, day professional guided coach tour

The Palace of Knossos is where European civilization began during the era ruled over by the powerful King Minos. This is a place that simply …More

The Palace of Knossos is where European civilization began during the era ruled over by the powerful King Minos. This is a place that simply...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$51
South Crete - Matala, Red Beach and caves

After a short drive through the Messara plain you reach Matala. Known for the colony of hippies in the Sixties, where they lived in large …More

After a short drive through the Messara plain you reach Matala. Known for the colony of hippies in the Sixties, where they lived in large...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$40
Private Luxury Tour in East Crete

Through this unique route we will explore the most famous destinations of Eastern Crete, in one day. Lassithi Plateau taking in the beautiful view of …More

Through this unique route we will explore the most famous destinations of Eastern Crete, in one day. Lassithi Plateau taking in the beautiful view of...

8 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$477
Private Tour to Unique Chania and Rethymno Cities

Both Chania and Rethymno have a lot to offer in terms of history, culture, and natural beauty, so take your time to soak in the …More

Both Chania and Rethymno have a lot to offer in terms of history, culture, and natural beauty, so take your time to soak in the...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$738
Jeep Tour to Lasithi Plateau: Tasting and Pottery Experience

Start your day with a comfortable pickup with our fully equipped SUV vehicles. After meeting our professional drivers, your adventure begins! Our first stop is …More

Start your day with a comfortable pickup with our fully equipped SUV vehicles. After meeting our professional drivers, your adventure begins! Our first stop is...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$109
Knossos Palace guided tour - Heraklion City tour + market

The most famous landmark of Crete, Knossos, is the absolute “must” for everybody who decides to spend his or her vacation on our beautiful island. …More

The most famous landmark of Crete, Knossos, is the absolute “must” for everybody who decides to spend his or her vacation on our beautiful island....

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$42
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 …More

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...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$33
GRAMVOUSA and BALOS, boat included!

Starting early, heading west, we reach the port of Kissamos. Here we take our boat for approximately a 1 hour pleasant sail along the coastline. …More

Starting early, heading west, we reach the port of Kissamos. Here we take our boat for approximately a 1 hour pleasant sail along the coastline....

14 to 15 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$78
Gramvousa Island and Balos Bay Full-Day Tour from Heraklion

Discover the westernmost tip of Crete on a scenic bus and boat trip to Gramvousa Island and Balos Bay. Dip your toes in the soft …More

Discover the westernmost tip of Crete on a scenic bus and boat trip to Gramvousa Island and Balos Bay. Dip your toes in the soft...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$36
Heraklion City Tour - Aquarium

A different excursion for those who want to experience the island’s everyday life. You start to get to know the city of Heraklion. The Byzantium, …More

A different excursion for those who want to experience the island’s everyday life. You start to get to know the city of Heraklion. The Byzantium,...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$29
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