Top Heraklion Day Trips & Excursions

Q: 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: Off-road Buggy Safari in Crete with a Guide Private Sailing Cruise to Dia Island with Meal & Water Activities Crete 5-Hour Quad Safari Experience Guided Tour to Knossos Palace & Heraklion Lasithi Plateau and Zeus Cave Tour from Heraklion

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

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly Heraklion Day Trips & Excursions are: SANTORINI 1 day Guided Excursion with HIGHSPEED from CRETE Santorini - The pearl of the Aegean Santorini Island: Guided Tour From Heraklion Crete Heraklion SUV Private Guided Wine Tour with Lunch The Gourmet Wine Tour of Heraklion area View all kid-friendly Tours →

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 →

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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 →

Knossos - Zeus Cave - Old Traditional Villages-Olive Oil Factory

* Embark on this full day small group Tour or choose the Private Option so we can show you the real side of Crete . …More

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Knossos - Zeus Cave - Old Traditional Villages-Olive Oil Factory

* Embark on this full day small group Tour or choose the Private Option so we can show you the real side of Crete ....

7 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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PRIVATE-Knossos Palace-Zeus Cave-Olive Oil Tasting-Old Villages

Join us on this full day PRIVATE TOUR or book the SMALL GROUP TOUR OPTION to explore the Real Side of Crete together away from …More

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PRIVATE-Knossos Palace-Zeus Cave-Olive Oil Tasting-Old Villages

Join us on this full day PRIVATE TOUR or book the SMALL GROUP TOUR OPTION to explore the Real Side of Crete together away from...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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PRIVATE-Zeus’ Birthplace - Knossos-Olive oil Factory-Old Villages

Visit a olive oil factory where we learn all about olive oil production and we get to taste different kind of olive oil . Visit …More

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PRIVATE-Zeus’ Birthplace - Knossos-Olive oil Factory-Old Villages

Visit a olive oil factory where we learn all about olive oil production and we get to taste different kind of olive oil . Visit...

8 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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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

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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...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Private Tour-Knossos Palace Zeus Cave Pottery Olive Mill & Wine

Experience the best of Crete in one unforgettable day, combining history, nature, Cretan food and authentic local life. Begin with a visit to the famous …More

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Private Tour-Knossos Palace Zeus Cave Pottery Olive Mill & Wine

Experience the best of Crete in one unforgettable day, combining history, nature, Cretan food and authentic local life. Begin with a visit to the famous...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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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

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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...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Crete: Private Culinary Journey Wine, Olive Oil & Cretan Lunch

Experience the authentic flavors of Crete on an **exclusive private tour for 4–7 guests**. Visit a family-owned olive grove, taste premium Cretan olive oils, and …More

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Crete: Private Culinary Journey Wine, Olive Oil & Cretan Lunch

Experience the authentic flavors of Crete on an **exclusive private tour for 4–7 guests**. Visit a family-owned olive grove, taste premium Cretan olive oils, and...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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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

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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...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Knossos & lasithi plateau villages,Zeus's cave&olive oil Mill

Explore authentic Crete in luxury via an air-conditioned Mercedes Benz. Led by expert driver-guides, this tour blends history, mythology, and local culture. Visit a renowned …More

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Knossos & lasithi plateau villages,Zeus's cave&olive oil Mill

Explore authentic Crete in luxury via an air-conditioned Mercedes Benz. Led by expert driver-guides, this tour blends history, mythology, and local culture. Visit a renowned...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Full-Day Knossos Palace - Lasithi Plateau - Cave of Zeus

Experience this private tour that combines world-famous landmarks with jaw-dropping natural beauty. Enjoy maximum comfort and safety while being provided with everything you need to …More

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Full-Day Knossos Palace - Lasithi Plateau - Cave of Zeus

Experience this private tour that combines world-famous landmarks with jaw-dropping natural beauty. Enjoy maximum comfort and safety while being provided with everything you need to...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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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

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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....

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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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

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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...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Visit the valley of the 1000 Windmills and get all the secret information’s of the Cretan people. Visit a traditional mountain village and a typical …More

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On the trail of the Greek Mythology

Visit the valley of the 1000 Windmills and get all the secret information’s of the Cretan people. Visit a traditional mountain village and a typical...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Chania Old Town & Top Sights | From Heraklion, Rethymno & Chania

Explore Chania Old Town with scenic stops Enjoy a relaxed private day as your local Driver-Host shares stories of Crete’s history, culture and landscapes while …More

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Chania Old Town & Top Sights | From Heraklion, Rethymno & Chania

Explore Chania Old Town with scenic stops Enjoy a relaxed private day as your local Driver-Host shares stories of Crete’s history, culture and landscapes while...

6 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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PRIVATE Spinalonga & Agios Nikolaos & Olive Oil Factory CRETE

With a minibus your Eye Travel guide shows you the Spinalonga island and other interesting places. Our first stop is in Agios Nikolaos where we …More

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PRIVATE Spinalonga & Agios Nikolaos & Olive Oil Factory CRETE

With a minibus your Eye Travel guide shows you the Spinalonga island and other interesting places. Our first stop is in Agios Nikolaos where we...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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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

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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...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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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

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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...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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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

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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...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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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

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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,...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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SAILING DAY 4.5-5h & SUNSET 3 or 4.5-5h from Hersonissos CRETE

The minibus picks you up outside your hotel and takes you to the port in Gouves, where the boat leaves. DAY & SUNSET of 4.5-5h: …More

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SAILING DAY 4.5-5h & SUNSET 3 or 4.5-5h from Hersonissos CRETE

The minibus picks you up outside your hotel and takes you to the port in Gouves, where the boat leaves. DAY & SUNSET of 4.5-5h:...

3 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Frequently Asked Questions

These answers are based on answers previously given to Cool Shore Excursions customers' questions.

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

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?