Tours in Heraklion

What Makes This Activity Unique? Beginner-Friendly – Designed especially for first-timers with no prior diving experience needed. Safe, simple, and fun! ‍ Fully Guided by Certified Instructors – One-on-one or small group attention ensures you feel comfortable and supported at every step. Dive in Clear, Calm Waters with Great Visibility– Enjoy your first dive in a beautiful, safe environment with a maximum depth of just 9–10 meters. Free SSI Try Scuba Certification – Get your first official recognition as a scuba diver! Free Underwater Photos Included – Capture the magic of your first dive and take home professional underwater photos at no extra cost. ✅ All Equipment Provided – We take care of everything – just bring your swimsuit and your excitement! This is more than just an activity – it's your first unforgettable step into the underwater world, guided by the trusted team at Chania Diving Center!

Duration: 6 Hours Start: 9:00 AM End: 3:00 PM Start with a scenic coastal ride and visit a historic monastery. Marvel at the Aposelemis Dam and explore the sunken village of Sfendili. Enjoy a guided olive oil tour and olive oil tasting and indulge in an authentic Cretan lunch. Then, explore the Cave of Saint Fotini, which houses a charming church inside, and admire breathtaking views from the top. At the end of the day, we’ll wrap up our adventure with a refreshing swim to cool off after a dusty, thrilling off-road quad safari. Highlights: • Scenic Coastal Ride • Gouverniotisa Monastery • Aposelemis Dam & Sfentili Village • Olive Oil Factory Guided Tour • Lunch at a Traditional Village in the mountains (Included) • Optional Horse Ride for 10 minutes • Cave of Saint Fotini – View Point • Beach time for swimming

Guided Tour at the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion Step into one of Europe’s most celebrated museums and explore the art, craftsmanship, and culture of the ancient Minoans. Marvel at exquisite jewelry, vibrant frescoes, and rare artifacts from the Bronze Age. Whether you're a history enthusiast or a curious traveler, this enriching experience is not to be missed!

Why not try a new, unforgettable experience! The uninhabited island of Dia is just 6 NM away but also worlds apart from the hustle and bustle of the tourist resorts. Top up your holidays with sailing, swimming and snorkeling in the crystal clear waters.

• An exciting journey along the north-eastern coast of Crete with a boat trip along the picturesque Mirabello bay. • Accompanied by a professional guide, you will stroll through the streets of the Venetian castle and learn about the interesting history of the fortified island of Spinalonga. • Continuing your voyage, the ship will moor in Colokita Bay, where you will have free time for lunch and swimming in the crystal clear waters of Mirabello Bay. • A walk through the snow-white town of AGIOS NIKOLAOS, with many souvenir shops and boutiques around the bottomless lake Vouliazmeni.

Discover the soul of Western Crete on a bespoke journey where history, culture, and nature harmoniously unfold. Designed for seamless exploration between Crete’s western and eastern regions, this tour blends flexibility with enriching discovery. Experience Rethymno’s Venetian charm, a perfectly preserved masterpiece, and Chania’s multicultural vibrancy, a dynamic crossroads of Mediterranean cultures. Together, they tell a story of Crete’s rich and evolving heritage. In Argiroupolis, life-giving springs and lush greenery set the stage for savoring traditional Cretan dishes infused with local flavors. At Boutari Winery, indulge in a curated wine-tasting experience that highlights Crete’s centuries-old viniculture. Finally, find tranquility at Kournas Lake, where serene beauty and peaceful reflections await. Curated by expert travel designers and brought to life by passionate guides, this tour blends thoughtful design with heartfelt storytelling, uncovering Crete’s essence.

Over the centuries, Cretans have imbued this ancient land with the vivid presence of Christianity by founding monasteries, churches, & chapels of great religious import. Journey to Central Crete from North to South in the paths of Apostle Paul to the land of generosity. An untouched paradise on earth, beloved by our forefathers, where fertile soils treasure lavish vineyards & the oldest olive groves seem to stretch toward the horizon. Succumb to the expert knowledge of our local guides as you visit religious monuments always built-in stunning landscapes. Some of them were fortified & others are situated on the sites of archaic temples illuminating the long devotion to Christianity in Crete. Let us take you on a true passage of time meandering through the Minoan wonders of Messara Plain to embrace the magnificent views of Phaistos Palace. In the afternoon, visit the village of Matala. Bask in the waters of the Libyan Sea & unwind at the delicious fish tavernas on the waterfront.

Immerse Yourself in Crete’s Timeless Wonders Experience a 100% private tour where ancient myths, local traditions, and stunning landscapes come to life. What You’ll Discover • Knossos Palace: Explore the legendary home of the Minoans and the myth of the Minotaur. • Lassithi Plateau: Take in the serene, high-altitude plain known as the Homeland of Zeus. • Olive Mill & Tasting: Learn about Crete’s “liquid gold” and enjoy an authentic tasting. • Traditional Villages: Experience local life, mountain views, and Cretan charm. Customize Your Day • Add a Winery Tour, Monastery Visit, or Pottery Workshop for a deeper cultural touch. Your Experience • Private, stress-free, and tailored to your pace. • Door-to-door pickup from your Hotel or Heraklion Cruise Port. Thank you for choosing SunSud Tours! ________ Day Trip - Private Tour -Shore Excursion- Cruise Friendly- From Heraklion Port City- Crete - Zeus Cave- Lassithi Plateau- Homeland- Land -Birthplace-Territory -Elounda - Rethymno -Full

Watercity provides people of all ages with the chance to enjoy their holidays, explore the beautiful park, relax by the pools, spend hours and hours on our exciting and thrilling games and rides, enjoy the sunshine, have a snack or a drink in our many restaurants and bars and shop for souvenirs for their loved ones. Our main aim is to make your day as pleasurable as possible! This is the best amusement park on the island, don’t miss it!

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 techniques and help catch amazing fishes! Let your spirit relax and be enchanted by the deep blue waters of Elounda Bay. It's a nice opportunity to dive into the sea, cool off and explore the seabed with the equipment we provide to you! The most beautiful thing about this experience is that you will be able to taste the fish you caught. The captain will take care of cleaning and cooking the fish. Enjoy a beautiful meal accompanied by fresh fish, salads and refreshing drinks you will have a beautiful meal on the boat looking out over the Cretan sea.

Have the chance to enjoy this private tour of Crete, which includes Knossos palace, the archeological museum and the Lasithi Plateau.. This tour combines history and nature so it fulfills everyone's desires. Since is a private tour the itinerary can be customized to your needs and interests. On this full day tour, travel in a comfortable air conditioned vehicle, taste some Cretan snacks and "enter" into ancient Greece.

Embark on this full day Private tour to explore the real side of Crete , walk through the old narrow streets in the traditional villages, visit one of the best wineries in Crete to taste some of the best local wines , ( OPTIONAL) Visit and learn about the Old Wind Mills and explore Lasithi Plateau , Visit a olive oil factory where we learn all about olive oil production and we get to taste different kind of olive oil . Enjoy the ride with our comfortable air conditioned vehicles while learning about local traditions, history and myths. Stop at a family restaurant up on the mountain to taste a few local dishes ( OPTIONAL) Dive into the Minoan civilization while exploring Knossos Palace .( OPTIONAL) Experience the Greek Myth with us and create memories that will last for ever. We can customize the tour on your wishes and needs so just let us know. We can pick you up from Heraklion region and port , Rethimno region, Agios Nikolaous and 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, old wind mills, a 2400 years old Plane tree, a pottery, will have a Greek coffee in a traditional caffe, an olive oil mill, where we'll taste different kind of local olive oils and of course you'll enjoy in a family tavern Cretan traditional lunch cooked with fresh local ingredients. The MUST of this private tour, is Knossos Palace. It was known as Knossos during the Minoan civilization, which was one of the most advanced and influential civilizations in the Mediterranean region around 4,000 years ago. The ruins of the ancient city of Knossos, including the famous Palace of Knossos, is the most visited site in Crete and second most visited site in Greece after Acropolis. Book this private tour today and you'll never regret it.

Join us in a unique tour through the ages and explore the other side of the city. We will visit neighbourhoods like Topanas, Splantzia, Kolombo, and Kasteli, high spots to admire the panoramic view of the harbour, traditional Cretan taverns, and magnificent buildings. Also, we will visit the ancient ruins of the greatest Minoan city, Kydonia, and the high walls of the Venetian moats, called “Tafros”. The most important thing that you will learn from our tour is that in two hours you will tour and learn about five old civilizations, see their architecture, know about their culture, and hear the ancient spirit's history and tales! • Get around the city with ease: private transport provided for the tour. • Convenient round-trip transfer from your hotel in Chania region. • Great for shore excursions: port pick-up is available in Chania. • Get your photos online fast: Wi-Fi is available onboard your private vehicle.

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. Let the magic of Crete's vineyards and winery enchant you on this unforgettable experience. We invite you to visit the region of Peza, wich is most famous region in Crete for three things, It's wineries, olive oil factories and for It's potteries. Learn about the history and tradition of local grapes, wine and olive oil making, while you're diving into the wines tastes, in the best winery we have selected for you. Taste the indigenous varieties of Crete such a Dafni Kotsifali, Thrapsathiri, Plyto, Malvasia di Candia, Muscat of Spina or of the local with International varieties such a Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon combined with Cretan cheeses. Lunchtime arrives, and we indulge in a traditional Cretan feast at a quaint taverna nestled in a quaint village of Katalagari.

Join our small group (up to 12 pax) with a Licensed Tourist Guide. Visit the Mythical Palace of Knossos of King Minos and Labyrinth home to the Minotaur. Get to know the largest city and Capital of Crete. Next, the Arceological museum of Heraklion, enjoy the fine art and jewelry in one of the most popular Bronze Age museums of Europe. Skip-the-Line Entry for Palace of Knossos only.

Exploring Knossos Palace, the Lassithi Plateau, and the Cave of Zeus makes for a fascinating excursion on the island of Crete. Begin at Knossos Palace, delving into the ancient Minoan history, discovering the intricate architecture, and learning about the mythological connections. Next, venture to the scenic Lassithi Plateau. Enjoy the breathtaking landscapes, visit traditional villages and monasteries, and witness the charming windmills that dot the plateau. Embrace the tranquil atmosphere and perhaps indulge in local cuisine at one of the cozy tavernas. Finally, head to the Cave of Zeus on the Lassithi Plateau. Explore the cavern, marvel at its natural formations, and soak in the mythological ambiance associated with the birthplace of Zeus. It's a well-rounded excursion, combining history, nature, and mythology for a memorable experience on the captivating island of Crete. P.S. The cave of Zeus is closed for maintenance. You can only see the entrance (15 minutes walk) from thematic

Embark on a journey of discovery through historic Crete! Explore the magnificent Knossos Palace, marveling at the Minoan civilization. Visit one of the traditional villages, numerous in the area, to uncover its timeless charm and way of life. Experience the serene Kera Kardiotissa Monastery, a jewel of religious history. Engage in a hands-on ceramics workshop, crafting your piece of Cretan history. Then, enjoy a brief journey to a traditional tavern in the enchanting Lassithi Plateau. Savor authentic local cuisine and soak in the atmosphere of a classic Cretan tavern, creating unforgettable memories. Visit a local olive oil factory, where you’ll learn about the production process and sample some of the finest extra virgin olive oil Crete has to offer. This tour offers a unique blend of culture, history, and natural beauty.

If you love wine , olive oil , nature , old traditional villages , local history and culture then this is the tour that you are looking for . This is a private tour so only your group participate so you can explore Crete on your own way. We start our tour by visiting an olive oil factory where we learn all about olive oil production from harvesting to pressing then of course taste some fresh olive oil . After that we go up on the mountain to visit a few old traditional villages and walk through the old narrow streets,visit the old wind mills Lasithi Plateau and see all the farms. Up on the mountain we stop at a family restaurant for lunch but it’s OPTIONAL. Next we will visit a winery so you can learn all about local grape varieties and wines then taste 5 or more different wines. We can pick you up from Heraklion port , Heraklion Region Malia , Hersonisos, Gouves , Anissara , Analipsi , Elounda , Rethimno, Agios Nikolaous port and region .

Crete island is known for its traditions and culture heritage, historic places which begin from ancient times and come through centuries to modern ages. Our tour includes all these features of real Crete. While traveling with our guide you see the authentic traditional villages and beautiful town, medieval monastery and Venetian fortress, picturesque breathtaking views. Also while driving our experienced guide tells stories and historical facts about Greece and Crete. This tour at the end of the day makes you feel pleased and satisfied about having a good time!

Discover the seaside village of Elounda and walk amongst history on the island of Spinalonga. Finishing our touring on this much afflicted place, we head for the small bay of Kolokitha. It’s one of the most beautiful beaches on Crete. It is a remote beach with white sand and deep blue serene water, side by side with old olive groves. There we can swim from the boat. Here you have plenty of time for swimming at the crystal clear waters, tasting the BBQ served on board. The menu includes pork* chop BBQ, greek salad, feta cheese, bread, wine or Fanta and seasonal fruit.(EVERY SUNDAY the dinner is in a tavern we DONT have BBQ on board) After our short respite, we go back to Elounda. Then we move to the picturesque town of Agios Nikolaos, where we have our last stop. We have the chance to enjoy our coffee getting a perfect view of the magnificent lake, do our shopping in the traditional local shops and relax for a while before we hit the road for our going back.

Follow the lead of this excursion on the way to Ierapetra by bus, accompanied by the morning sun. Soon after embarking in the boat, enjoy the trip in the Libyan sea on your way to Chrissi island where you will taste the natural beauty of a unique and protected by “Natura 2000” golden beach.

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 have a fantastic view over the "Bottomless lake". You have some free time for a coffee, shopping and a stroll along the most eastern main city of Crete. After passing Elounda it is time for SPINALONGA, the last leper colony of Europe. A typical Cretan fishing boat brings you to the island, this takes no more than 10 minutes. On the island you make a tour. After finishing the trip on Spinalonga, a fishing boat brings you back to the small village of Plaka. Plaka is a tiny harbor, so the unique opportunity to eat fresh fish. After our lunch we are heading to an olive oil factory. You get a guided tour through the factory. All facts about olive oil, the pressing methods and grades of olive oil are explained. At the end of the tour you can taste different olive oils and other local products.

ALAR Spectacular is a travelling extravaganza that leaves the audience wide eyed with amazement at the variety of renowned artists that will dazzle you throughout the evening. As soon as you step in the venue the experience begins, with performances all around you. Pleasure your palate with a delicious 4-course meal (not available in the Drink&Show option) while entertained by an outstanding pre-show and sip fine wines as countless extravagant acts unravel before your eyes: beautiful dancing, astounding acrobatics, hilarious comedy routines, quick-change act, flying aerialists, live singers… enhanced with amazing multicolour laser light performances and high-tech 24 sqm LED screen. After show, interact with our artists, or let your energy flow on the dance floor with the hits of our resident DJ. An evening you won’t forget!