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1. Mythical Escape: Zeus Cave & Knossos Palace with Lassithi Plateau from Heraklion - Image 1

1. Mythical Escape: Zeus Cave & Knossos Palace with Lassithi Plateau from Heraklion1. Mythical Escape: Zeus Cave & Knossos Palace with Lassithi Plateau from Heraklion

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Architectural Buildings

Come with us on a journey along East Crete reveling in the endless luxuries of the Lassithi Plateau which is basked in allure forests & fertile land dotted with iconic windmills

$887

per adult

2. Minoan Crete from 3.000 BC: Knossos Palace & Museum with Wineries from Heraklion - Image 2

2. Minoan Crete from 3.000 BC: Knossos Palace & Museum with Wineries from Heraklion2. Minoan Crete from 3.000 BC: Knossos Palace & Museum with Wineries from Heraklion

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Architectural BuildingsArt Museums & GalleriesHistory Museums

Succumb to a bespoke service of our top local guides with expert knowledge by the comfort of a luxury chauffeured vehicle at your disposal

$885

per adult

3. Heraklion city Walking & Tasting tour (Stroll downtown) - Image 3

3. Heraklion city Walking & Tasting tour (Stroll downtown)3. Heraklion city Walking & Tasting tour (Stroll downtown)

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Historic Sites

Get to know Crete’s historic capital without relying on expensive guidebooks or out-of-date blogs

$162

per adult

4. Crete: Knossos Palace Private Guided Tour with Tickets - Image 4

4. Crete: Knossos Palace Private Guided Tour with Tickets4. Crete: Knossos Palace Private Guided Tour with Tickets

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Architectural Buildings

Immerse yourself in one of Crete's ancient wonders—and enjoy a more personalized way to see the sights—on this private guided tour of the Palace of Knossos

$260

per adult

5. Archaeological Museum of Heraklion Tour - Image 5

5. Archaeological Museum of Heraklion Tour5. Archaeological Museum of Heraklion Tour

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Historic SitesArt Museums & GalleriesHistory Museums

If you’re short on time and want to see as much of the Greek capital as possible, get a Fast-Track entrance ticket to the Heraklion Archaeological Museum

$114

per adult

6. Private guided tour of Crete with Knossos Palace and Lassithi Plateau - Image 6

6. Private guided tour of Crete with Knossos Palace and Lassithi Plateau6. Private guided tour of Crete with Knossos Palace and Lassithi Plateau

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Architectural Buildings

Embark on a journey of discovery through Crete’s history, culture, and stunning landscapes

$762

per adult

7. Private guided tour of Orthodox Crete - Image 7

7. Private guided tour of Orthodox Crete7. Private guided tour of Orthodox Crete

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Religious Sites

Over the centuries, Cretans have imbued this ancient land with the vivid presence of Christianity by founding monasteries, churches, and chapels of great religious importance

$692

per adult

8. Knossos Archaeological Site Entrance Tickets and Heraklion Audio Guide - Image 8

8. Knossos Archaeological Site Entrance Tickets and Heraklion Audio Guide8. Knossos Archaeological Site Entrance Tickets and Heraklion Audio Guide

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Architectural BuildingsHistoric Sites

Explore the Palace of Knossos at your own pace with pre-booked tickets in order to avoid the ticket booth

$12

per adult

9. Knossos Palace, Lassithi, and Cave of Zeus Group Tour - Image 9

9. Knossos Palace, Lassithi, and Cave of Zeus Group Tour9. Knossos Palace, Lassithi, and Cave of Zeus Group Tour

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Cultural & Historical ToursArchitectural Buildings

Check out two different historical regions of Greece in this day tour that takes you to explore the Lassithi Plateau and the Knossos Palace in Heraklion, plus much more

$52

per adult

10. Crete Vai Palm Beach, Toplou Monastery, and Sitia Town Tour - Image 10

10. Crete Vai Palm Beach, Toplou Monastery, and Sitia Town Tour10. Crete Vai Palm Beach, Toplou Monastery, and Sitia Town Tour

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Religious SitesBeaches & Waterfronts

Discover some of the highlights of eastern Crete with this multi-attraction tour

$57

per adult

11. Cruise to Balos Lagoon & Chania Old Town - Image 11

11. Cruise to Balos Lagoon & Chania Old Town11. Cruise to Balos Lagoon & Chania Old Town

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Neighborhoods & DistrictsBeaches & Waterfronts

Discover in one day, Balos, the most beautiful beach and Chania, the most beautiful town of Greece

$81

per adult

12. Cretan Cooking in a Hidden stone Cottage - Image 12

12. Cretan Cooking in a Hidden stone Cottage12. Cretan Cooking in a Hidden stone Cottage

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Religious Sites

Begin your unforgettable day at the Church of Saint Hyacinth, a revered sanctuary dedicated to the Patron Saint of Love

$313

per adult

13. Knossos Palace and Heraklion Full-Day Tour - Image 13

13. Knossos Palace and Heraklion Full-Day Tour13. Knossos Palace and Heraklion Full-Day Tour

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Architectural Buildings

Knossos was once the capital of the Minoan civilization, and a must-see site in Crete

$41

per adult

14. Heraklion Archaeological Museum: Entry Ticket + Digital Hellenic Heritage Guide - Image 14

14. Heraklion Archaeological Museum: Entry Ticket + Digital Hellenic Heritage Guide14. Heraklion Archaeological Museum: Entry Ticket + Digital Hellenic Heritage Guide

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Cultural & Historical ToursHistoric SitesArt Museums & GalleriesHistory Museums

Take a cultural odyssey to the island of Crete, and discover the world's most astounding collection of Minoan treasures at one of Europe's most significant museums – the Heraklion Archaeological Museum

$18

per adult

15. Knossos Palace And Heraklion Archaeological Museum Admission - Image 15

15. Knossos Palace And Heraklion Archaeological Museum Admission15. Knossos Palace And Heraklion Archaeological Museum Admission

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Architectural BuildingsHistoric SitesArt Museums & GalleriesHistory Museums

Secure your entry to two of Crete's most popular attractions—Knossos Palace and the Heraklion Archaeological Museum—with pre-booked e-tickets and self-guided audio tours

$55

per adult

16. Lasithi Plateau: Villages, Monasteries and Cave of Zeus - Image 16

16. Lasithi Plateau: Villages, Monasteries and Cave of Zeus16. Lasithi Plateau: Villages, Monasteries and Cave of Zeus

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Historic SitesReligious SitesNeighborhoods & Districts

Explore the ancient land of the Lasithi Plateau and discover historic old towns and villages, Orthodox monasteries, and the grand stalactites and geological formations of the Cave of Zeus

$44

per adult

17. West Crete Group Tour Chania, Rethymnon, and Kournas Lake - Image 17

17. West Crete Group Tour Chania, Rethymnon, and Kournas Lake17. West Crete Group Tour Chania, Rethymnon, and Kournas Lake

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Neighborhoods & DistrictsNatural Wonders

This group tour takes you to two beautiful old towns-Chania and Rethymnon- plus a visit to Kournas Lake

$56

per adult

18. Ηeraklion Walking and tasting Tour with Archaeological Museum - Image 18

18. Ηeraklion Walking and tasting Tour with Archaeological Museum18. Ηeraklion Walking and tasting Tour with Archaeological Museum

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Historic SitesArt Museums & GalleriesHistory Museums

Be a Local for a day

$150

per adult

19. Archaeological Museum and Κnossos Palace Guided Tour Half Day - Image 19

19. Archaeological Museum and Κnossos Palace Guided Tour Half Day19. Archaeological Museum and Κnossos Palace Guided Tour Half Day

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Architectural BuildingsHistoric SitesArt Museums & GalleriesHistory Museums

Visit the Heraklion Archeological Museum, the second biggest in Greece, after the Museum of Athens

$115

per adult

20. Knossos Palace, Archaeological Museum, Wine Tasting - Image 20

20. Knossos Palace, Archaeological Museum, Wine Tasting20. Knossos Palace, Archaeological Museum, Wine Tasting

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Architectural BuildingsHistoric SitesArt Museums & GalleriesHistory Museums

Come and discover the first civilization of Europe! Could people build aqueducts, write in two scripts that still remain a mystery, decorate their homes with frescoes, construct five-story palaces, and navigate the seas 5,000 years ago? Was the Minotaur a real creature and does the labyrinth still exist? If you want to find out the answer to the above questions and even more, then you have to acquaint yourself with the Minoans and their fascinating myths

$790

per adult

21. Pregnancy Photoshoot in Heraklion - Image 21

21. Pregnancy Photoshoot in Heraklion21. Pregnancy Photoshoot in Heraklion

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Neighborhoods & Districts

Capture the Glow in Heraklion Celebrate your journey into motherhood with a maternity photoshoot in Heraklion’s most beautiful locations—from seaside paths and old town alleys to peaceful gardens bathed in golden light

$65

per adult

22. Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Heraklion - Image 22

22. Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Heraklion22. Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Heraklion

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Landmarks & Monuments

Gear up for an unforgettable photographic journey through one of Greece's renowned destinations! We're here to guide you on a leisurely exploration of these iconic locations, spotlighting the most photogenic landmarks that Heraklion has to offer

$172

per adult

23. PRIVATE: Skip-the-Line Palace of Knossos with Wine Tasting & Lunch - Image 23

23. PRIVATE: Skip-the-Line Palace of Knossos with Wine Tasting & Lunch23. PRIVATE: Skip-the-Line Palace of Knossos with Wine Tasting & Lunch

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Cultural & Historical ToursArchitectural BuildingsWineries & Vineyards

What you'll do Discover the vineyards and ancient architecture of Knossos, on a private full-day Crete journey, with a light lunch and wine

$333

per adult

24. Shared Guided Tour of Heraklion Archaeological Museum - Image 24

24. Shared Guided Tour of Heraklion Archaeological Museum24. Shared Guided Tour of Heraklion Archaeological Museum

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Historic SitesArt Museums & GalleriesHistory MuseumsNational & State Parks

Meet your guide at the terminal of Cretan Spiti Travel, across from the entrance of the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, in front of Hari’s Creperie, at 11:30 to start your visit to the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, the second largest in Greece after the National Archaeological Museum in Athens

$63

per adult

25. Fourni, Agios Nikolaos, Kritsa guided small group tour - Image 25

25. Fourni, Agios Nikolaos, Kritsa guided small group tour25. Fourni, Agios Nikolaos, Kritsa guided small group tour

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Historic Sites

Explore Eastern Crete and immerse yourself in its rich heritage and culture on this unforgettable tour

$136

per adult

Wine Raki Olive Oil Tasting and Pottery - Private Tour - Image 1

Wine Raki Olive Oil Tasting and Pottery - Private TourWine Raki Olive Oil Tasting and Pottery - Private Tour

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Private Tours

Join us on this Wine Raki and Olive Oil Tasting Private Tour in Heraklion, Crete and allow us to introduce you to the wine culture and traditions that have shaped this stunning island for centuries

$706

per adult

Private Tour-Knossos Palace Zeus Cave Olive Oil Mill & Wine - Image 2

Private Tour-Knossos Palace Zeus Cave Olive Oil Mill & WinePrivate Tour-Knossos Palace Zeus Cave Olive Oil Mill & Wine

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Private ToursArchitectural Buildings

In this guided tour, you will have the opportunity to explore nature, history and tradition of the region of Lasithi Plateau with it's 16 picturesque villages and Minoan civilization Knossos Palace

$716

per adult

Private Tour-Knossos Palace Zeus Cave&Olive Oil Mill from Elounda - Image 3

Private Tour-Knossos Palace Zeus Cave&Olive Oil Mill from EloundaPrivate Tour-Knossos Palace Zeus Cave&Olive Oil Mill from Elounda

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Private ToursArchitectural Buildings

This private tour is created for history, nature and culture lovers

$717

per adult

Sailing Trip to Dia Island - All Inclusive - Image 4

Sailing Trip to Dia Island - All InclusiveSailing Trip to Dia Island - All Inclusive

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Adventure & Outdoor Tours

Join a small-group sailing adventure from Heraklion to the beautiful, unspoiled Dia Island

$87

per adult

Cretan Wine Tasting Experience - Image 5

Cretan Wine Tasting ExperienceCretan Wine Tasting Experience

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Private ToursHistoric Sites

What Makes Our Wine Tasting Experience Unique? Unlike typical wine tastings, our experience is a deep dive into Crete’s rich wine heritage, featuring exclusive local grape varieties you won’t find anywhere else

$41

per adult

Heraklion for Foodies Tour: Private Culinary Experience - Image 6

Heraklion for Foodies Tour: Private Culinary ExperienceHeraklion for Foodies Tour: Private Culinary Experience

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Food & Drink Tours

Prepare for the ultimate Cretan foodie experience on this private gastronomy tour

$299

per adult

Heraklion Walking Food Tour - Image 7

Heraklion Walking Food TourHeraklion Walking Food Tour

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Food & Drink Tours

Embark on this walking food tour through the heart of Heraklion city

$133

per adult

Secrets of West Crete & Rethymno Town Private Tour from Heraklion - Image 8

Secrets of West Crete & Rethymno Town Private Tour from HeraklionSecrets of West Crete & Rethymno Town Private Tour from Heraklion

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Private Tours

Pair up with our top local insider & journey along the golden expanse of West Crete by the comfort of a luxury chauffeured vehicle

$849

per adult

Ancient Palaces with Minoan Wine Routes & Iconic Matala Beach from Heraklion - Image 1

Ancient Palaces with Minoan Wine Routes & Iconic Matala Beach from HeraklionAncient Palaces with Minoan Wine Routes & Iconic Matala Beach from Heraklion

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Architectural BuildingsBeaches & Waterfronts

Hop down to the heart of Central Crete, the beloved land of our ancestors, and let the wonders of the Minoan world collide on this luxurious passage of time

$885

per adult

Small Group 6 hours Sailing Trip to Dia Island - Image 2

Small Group 6 hours Sailing Trip to Dia IslandSmall Group 6 hours Sailing Trip to Dia Island

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Beaches & Waterfronts

Escape the crowled beaches and join us for a lazy day cruise to the island of Dia

$81

per adult

Your Tailored Elafonisi Private Day Tour from Heraklion - Image 3

Your Tailored Elafonisi Private Day Tour from HeraklionYour Tailored Elafonisi Private Day Tour from Heraklion

4.7(34)
Beaches & Waterfronts

Somewhere between heaven & earth, there is a Cretan beach paradise sculpted by nature over ancient times

$849

per adult

Small group 6h Sunset Sailing trip to Dia Island - Image 4

Small group 6h Sunset Sailing trip to Dia IslandSmall group 6h Sunset Sailing trip to Dia Island

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Beaches & Waterfronts

Escape the crowded beaches and join us for a lazy day cruise to the island of Dia

$92

per adult

Santorini Cruise Ticket - Image 5

Santorini Cruise TicketSantorini Cruise Ticket

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Natural Wonders

The volcanic island of Santorini lies north of Crete

$210

per adult

Heraklion City Tour-Market-Creta Aquarium - Image 6

Heraklion City Tour-Market-Creta AquariumHeraklion City Tour-Market-Creta Aquarium

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Day Trips & ExcursionsZoos & Aquariums

A different excursion for those who want to experience the island’s everyday life

$27

per adult

Crete Elafonisi Beach Day Tour from Heraklion with Pickup - Image 7

Crete Elafonisi Beach Day Tour from Heraklion with PickupCrete Elafonisi Beach Day Tour from Heraklion with Pickup

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Beaches & Waterfronts

Known for its pretty pink sand and clear aquamarine waters, Elafonisi is considered one of the world’s most beautiful beaches

$58

per adult

Full Day Hiking at Samaria Gorge&Agia Rumeli Beach from Heraklion - Image 8

Full Day Hiking at Samaria Gorge&Agia Rumeli Beach from HeraklionFull Day Hiking at Samaria Gorge&Agia Rumeli Beach from Heraklion

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Beaches & Waterfronts

Samaria gorge is the longest in Europe and one of the most impressive gorges in Greece

$58

per adult

Cretan Cooking Class and Dinner: Evening in a Rethymno Home - Image 1

Cretan Cooking Class and Dinner: Evening in a Rethymno HomeCretan Cooking Class and Dinner: Evening in a Rethymno Home

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Cooking Classes

Get a hands-on experience of Cretan cooking that goes far beyond simply eating in a Greek restaurant

$122

per adult

Arolithos Private Cretan Cooking Class - Image 2

Arolithos Private Cretan Cooking ClassArolithos Private Cretan Cooking Class

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Cooking Classes

Immerse yourself in Cretan cuisine with a private cooking class in Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village

$128

per adult

Heraklion Private Cretan Cooking Class at a Traditional Village - Image 3

Heraklion Private Cretan Cooking Class at a Traditional VillageHeraklion Private Cretan Cooking Class at a Traditional Village

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Cooking Classes

Immerse yourself in Crete’s delectable, rustic cuisine—and leave the bustle of the city behind—when you sign up for this private, hands-on cooking class

$304

per adult

Calling From Crete: Live Greek Island Cooking Class - Image 4

Calling From Crete: Live Greek Island Cooking ClassCalling From Crete: Live Greek Island Cooking Class

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Piers & BoardwalksCooking Classes

• You will learn how to prepare Greek cheese from scratch, and a traditional celebration vegetarian pie • Whilst the cheese is maturing, you will prepare a vegetarian celebration dish from Western Crete that can be served both as the perfect side dish or a very nutritious main course • Georgios will demonstrate the process step by step and provide cooking tips and tricks as you go • This online experience is perfect for groups of friends, families, team-building events and end of year office parties

$248

per adult