Top Heraklion Day Trips & Excursions

Q: Which Heraklion Day Trips & Excursions have Instant Confirmation?

Heraklion Day Trips & Excursions with Instant Confirmation include: Heart of Crete a mountain adventure Private Sailing Cruise to Dia Island with Meal & Water Activities Explore Chania Town, Venetian Harbor, and Ancient Aptera. Agios Nikolaos - Elounda - Spinalonga island Day tour Private Full-Day East Crete Tour from Heraklion View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which Heraklion Day Trips & Excursions have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These Heraklion Day Trips & Excursions include Hotel Pickup: Private Sailing Cruise to Dia Island with Meal & Water Activities Explore Chania Town, Venetian Harbor, and Ancient Aptera. Agios Nikolaos - Elounda - Spinalonga island Day tour Private Full-Day East Crete Tour from Heraklion Wine Raki Olive Oil Tasting and Pottery - Private Tour View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

Q: Got any more Heraklion trip ideas?

We sure do. Check out our curated lists of hand-picked Heraklion Tours. Top 10 Heraklion 2026 Senior-friendly tours Heraklion The best tours and activities for culture lovers in Heraklion Top Day Trips from Heraklion Things to do in Heraklion this summer View all Heraklion Trip Ideas →

Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Heraklion?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in Heraklion are: Heraklion Tours & Sightseeing Heraklion Attraction Tickets Heraklion Dinner Packages Heraklion Family-friendly Shows Heraklion Food, Wine & Nightlife View all tour styles in Heraklion →

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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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...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$569

Enjoy a day filled with pretty scenery, history and time to relax. You have seen it in pictures now you have the ideal opportunity to …More

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Full Day Agios Nikolaos

Enjoy a day filled with pretty scenery, history and time to relax. You have seen it in pictures now you have the ideal opportunity to...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$554

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

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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...

8 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$552

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

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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...

4 to 6 hours Free Cancellation

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$445

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

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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...

3 to 6 hours Free Cancellation

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$372

SANTORINI 1 day Guided Excursion with HIGHSPEED from CRETE

Who has never seen the world famous pictures from a turquoise sea, dazzling white houses/churches with Aegean blue roofs on the top of the steep …More

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SANTORINI 1 day Guided Excursion with HIGHSPEED from CRETE

Who has never seen the world famous pictures from a turquoise sea, dazzling white houses/churches with Aegean blue roofs on the top of the steep...

14 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$228

When you’re staying on Crete, don’t miss out on a chance to visit Santorini. This day trip makes it easy to check out the famously …More

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Santorini - The pearl of the Aegean

When you’re staying on Crete, don’t miss out on a chance to visit Santorini. This day trip makes it easy to check out the famously...

10 to 15 hours Free Cancellation

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$228

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

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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...

12 to 14 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$227

Heraklion SUV Private Guided Wine Tour with Lunch

Experience traditional Greek vineyards alongside a certified sommelier on this private excursion by SUV. Venture into the countryside and learn about the winemaking traditions of …More

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Heraklion SUV Private Guided Wine Tour with Lunch

Experience traditional Greek vineyards alongside a certified sommelier on this private excursion by SUV. Venture into the countryside and learn about the winemaking traditions of...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$216

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

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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...

5 to 6 hours Free Cancellation

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$212

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

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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...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$189

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

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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...

5 hours Free Cancellation

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$189

The Essence of Crete:Private Olive Oil, Wine & Distillery Journey

100% Private & Exclusive:This is your personal journey through Crete, traveling in a premium Mercedes vehicle with a dedicated local host. Beyond the Tourist Trail: …More

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The Essence of Crete:Private Olive Oil, Wine & Distillery Journey

100% Private & Exclusive:This is your personal journey through Crete, traveling in a premium Mercedes vehicle with a dedicated local host. Beyond the Tourist Trail:...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$170

Tour at East Crete, Spinalonga, Traditional Villages, Churches

Book an amazing tour in the East of Crete to visit Agios Nikolaos, a small town with a picturesque harbor, home to one of the …More

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Tour at East Crete, Spinalonga, Traditional Villages, Churches

Book an amazing tour in the East of Crete to visit Agios Nikolaos, a small town with a picturesque harbor, home to one of the...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$161

Private Lasithi Plateu Tour: Zeus Cave, Monastery & Olive Mill

This tour will take you to Lassithi Plateau, where you will explore its wonders. First stop in an Olive Oil Mill as in Crete we …More

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Private Lasithi Plateu Tour: Zeus Cave, Monastery & Olive Mill

This tour will take you to Lassithi Plateau, where you will explore its wonders. First stop in an Olive Oil Mill as in Crete we...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$158

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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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...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$144

From Heraklion-PRIVATE Kourtaliotiko Waterfalls-Prevelis Beach

Embark on this full day Private tour so we can explore south and north Crete ,Old villages ,Kourtaliotiko Gorge and waterfalls, Prevelis Beach. We will …More

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From Heraklion-PRIVATE Kourtaliotiko Waterfalls-Prevelis Beach

Embark on this full day Private tour so we can explore south and north Crete ,Old villages ,Kourtaliotiko Gorge and waterfalls, Prevelis Beach. We will...

8 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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4 Hour Fishing and Swimming Boat Experience in Schisma Eloundas

Spend a beautiful time at the sea with family and friends! Get on board and meet our local fisherman where he gonna show you fishing …More

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4 Hour Fishing and Swimming Boat Experience in Schisma Eloundas

Spend a beautiful time at the sea with family and friends! Get on board and meet our local fisherman where he gonna show you fishing...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$142

Olive Oil Cosmetic Factory- Spinalonga - Elounda - Agios Nikolaos

Say goodbye to the tourist trail and hello to a world of organic produce when you book this private door-to-door food tour of Crete’s less-visited …More

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Olive Oil Cosmetic Factory- Spinalonga - Elounda - Agios Nikolaos

Say goodbye to the tourist trail and hello to a world of organic produce when you book this private door-to-door food tour of Crete’s less-visited...

7 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$138

LUXURY Jeep Safari WRANGLER CRETE (also for CRUISE SHIPS)

You are the whole day, with your local guide, inside the countryside of Crete. The roads are almost all off road, the chance to see …More

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LUXURY Jeep Safari WRANGLER CRETE (also for CRUISE SHIPS)

You are the whole day, with your local guide, inside the countryside of Crete. The roads are almost all off road, the chance to see...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$134

Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the best options for Heraklion Day Trips & Excursions?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best Heraklion Day Trips & Excursions are:

What are the best kid-friendly options for Heraklion Day Trips & Excursions Tours?

Which Heraklion Day Trips & Excursions have Instant Confirmation?

Which Heraklion Day Trips & Excursions have Free Cancellation?

Heraklion Day Trips & Excursions with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

I need a ride! Which Heraklion Day Trips & Excursions have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more Heraklion trip ideas?

What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Heraklion?