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Private Full-Day Knossos-Lasithi Plateau-Cave of Zeus from Elouda

Start at the traditional village of Mochos with its narrow alleys and colourful gardens, then continue to Krasi and visit the 2,400-year-old Writers' Plane Tree. …More

Agios Nikolaos, Greece

Start at the traditional village of Mochos with its narrow alleys and colourful gardens, then continue to Krasi and visit the 2,400-year-old Writers' Plane Tree....

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (27)
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$746
Private Guided Tour to Knossos Palace, Arch. Museum & Heraklion

Crete is an island full of treasures you need a lifetime to discover. It is also one of the safest places in the world. With …More

Heraklion, Greece

Crete is an island full of treasures you need a lifetime to discover. It is also one of the safest places in the world. With...

6 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (22)
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$643
Private Tour-Knossos Palace Zeus Cave&Olive Oil Mill from Elounda

This private tour is created for history, nature and culture lovers. You’ll visit and explore Knossos Palace, Lasithi Plateau and It's 16 traditional villages, Zeus …More

Heraklion, Greece

This private tour is created for history, nature and culture lovers. You’ll visit and explore Knossos Palace, Lasithi Plateau and It's 16 traditional villages, Zeus...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (17)
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$681
Battle of Crete WW2 Private Tour (price per group of 6)

This is a private tour with a 7-seater van for a maximum 6 guests (price is for 6 persons). Explore the battlefields and memorials where …More

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Chania, Greece

This is a private tour with a 7-seater van for a maximum 6 guests (price is for 6 persons). Explore the battlefields and memorials where...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (20)
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$505
Eastern Crete: Villages and Scenic Views Full-Day Private Tour

Discover the authentic side of Crete on a journey through its traditions, history and everyday life. This private tour takes you beyond the typical tourist …More

Heraklion, Greece

Discover the authentic side of Crete on a journey through its traditions, history and everyday life. This private tour takes you beyond the typical tourist...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (20)
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$683
Private Full-Day Knosos, Lasithi Plateau, Cave of Zeus from Rethimno

Start at the traditional village of Mochos with its narrow alleys and colourful gardens, then continue to Krasi and visit the 2,400-year-old Writers' Plane Tree. …More

Heraklion, Greece

Start at the traditional village of Mochos with its narrow alleys and colourful gardens, then continue to Krasi and visit the 2,400-year-old Writers' Plane Tree....

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (21)
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$746
Spiridi Olive Oil Farm Tour

Spiridi Olive Oil Farm is a small family place just outside Agios Nikolaos where visitors can explore Cretan culture through olive oil and local products. …More

Agios Nikolaos, Greece

Spiridi Olive Oil Farm is a small family place just outside Agios Nikolaos where visitors can explore Cretan culture through olive oil and local products....

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.6 (53)
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$9
Cretan impressions - Chora Sfakion and Plakias

Crete at its best! Whether high mountains, fertile plateau, beautiful beaches and breathtaking views - all that you experience in a trip to Chora Sfakion and …More

Bali, Greece

Crete at its best! Whether high mountains, fertile plateau, beautiful beaches and breathtaking views - all that you experience in a trip to Chora Sfakion and...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (18)
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$64
Quad Safari Agia Pelagia

Join us on our journey to a ghost village that reveals a forgotten past. Immerse yourself in history, get to know the only three residents …More

Join us on our journey to a ghost village that reveals a forgotten past. Immerse yourself in history, get to know the only three residents...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$92
Chania: Old Town, Public Market, Hill of Prophet Elias, Agia Triada

Explore the captivating charm of Chania with our half-day private excursion, meticulously crafted to unveil the essence of this enchanting destination. Embark on a journey …More

Chania, Greece

Explore the captivating charm of Chania with our half-day private excursion, meticulously crafted to unveil the essence of this enchanting destination. Embark on a journey...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (34)
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$669
Chania Nature & Villages, White Mountains & Unique Cretan Lunch

This private guided tour is designed especially for people who want to see the interior of the island. The tour starts from Chania region and …More

This private guided tour is designed especially for people who want to see the interior of the island. The tour starts from Chania region and...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (15)
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$195
Knossos Palace - Private Tour Experience

Knossos! What an enchanting place! This is simply a must visit site in Crete if history, culture, and myth are of any interest to you …More

Knossos! What an enchanting place! This is simply a must visit site in Crete if history, culture, and myth are of any interest to you...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (15)
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$201
Chania’s Clash of Empires: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Did you know that Chania has been inhabited since the Neolithic Period? We’d love to share the amazing history of this little town with you …More

Did you know that Chania has been inhabited since the Neolithic Period? We’d love to share the amazing history of this little town with you...

60 to 75 minutes Free Cancellation
4.3 (32)
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$15
Knossos Palace of Crete with transportation 7h tour

A unique tour to the ancient Crete!!! The centre of Minoan civilization and capital of Minoan Crete lay 5km south of Heraklion The Minoan palace …More

Chania, Greece

A unique tour to the ancient Crete!!! The centre of Minoan civilization and capital of Minoan Crete lay 5km south of Heraklion The Minoan palace...

5 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (15)
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$496
Spinalonga Island Day Trip with Lunch and Entrance fee included

Spinalonga differently, you would like to get to know Spinalonga from a different side and to go deeper into the history of the island? Travel …More

Spinalonga differently, you would like to get to know Spinalonga from a different side and to go deeper into the history of the island? Travel...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (27)
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$126
Winter Tour | Knossos, Archaeological Museum & Heraklion Town

Embark on an unforgettable private tour from Chania or Rethymno, taking you through the heart of Crete’s ancient history and vibrant culture. Our drivers are …More

Embark on an unforgettable private tour from Chania or Rethymno, taking you through the heart of Crete’s ancient history and vibrant culture. Our drivers are...

9 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (17)
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$307
Agios Nikolaos: Semi-private Sailing trip. Lunch and Water Toys

Set sail on a Lagoon 450F Catamaran from Agios Nikolaos. Enjoy a day of relaxation and fun on the water with friends and family. Onboard, …More

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Set sail on a Lagoon 450F Catamaran from Agios Nikolaos. Enjoy a day of relaxation and fun on the water with friends and family. Onboard,...

5 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (12)
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$160
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

Heraklion, Greece

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
4.7 (18)
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$34
Private History, Sights, and Food Walking Tour of Chania City

In this Chania city private walking tour, our professional historian and licensed tour guide will guide you through Chania Town. History, smells, lovely sights, archaeology …More

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In this Chania city private walking tour, our professional historian and licensed tour guide will guide you through Chania Town. History, smells, lovely sights, archaeology...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (5)
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$91
Chania Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems

Most travelers think they’ve seen Chania after a quick stroll around the Venetian Harbor or a photo by the lighthouse. But what if I told …More

Most travelers think they’ve seen Chania after a quick stroll around the Venetian Harbor or a photo by the lighthouse. But what if I told...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.2 (37)
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$39

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