GREECE · THE ISLANDS
The Greek classics.
The 15 most popular crete tours in Greece, with what each one is really like on the day, who runs it, and what it costs.
A guided day trip from northeast Crete to Agios Nikolaos, Elounda, and Spinalonga by boat, with free time and a swim stop.
“Brilliant activity. Great guides. Transport was really nice too. Highly recommend”
Guided Samaria Gorge trek from Chania to Agia Roumeli, with ferry ride. Challenging 17-km walk, then time to swim.
“Everything was great. The transport was on time and Sara is a great guide taking care of everyone’s wellbeing. I do recommend the trip.”
Boat trip from Agios Nikolaos to Spinalonga with Kolokitha Bay swim stop, live guide, and onboard bar on Mirabello Bay.
“A really enjoyable day. The boat crossing and swimming were fantastic. The visit and talk on Spinalonga was so interesting. Our guide was so amazing and honest about the history of the island. Totally recommend, excellent value for money.”
Small-group sailing from Heraklion to Dia Island with swim, snorkel, SUP, and a Mediterranean meal plus unlimited drinks in 5.5 hours.
“Fantastic few hours in the Greek sea, lovely crew DELICIOUS food and gorgeous sunset! Love love love”
Prebook Knossos Palace entry with a phone e-ticket and optional audio. Walk the Minoan palace at your pace, skip queues.
“Beat the queues by booking online for entry to the Palace, only need to scan a QR code on entry, very simple. Recommend travelling very early as it gets busier the later you wait and more tour buses arrive. Very easily and cheaply accessible from Heraklion by bus, the street has various tourist shops and…”
CRETAquarium in Heraklion puts Mediterranean life on display across 60 habitats with 2,000 creatures, for about a 1-hour visit.
“IT WAS GREAT AND NICE FOR THE KIDS. THE price is good and it's worth it”
Chania to Elafonisi guided day trip with hotel pickup: pink sand, clear water, Topolia Gorge scenery, and free beach time.
“It was a really nice day! We started with a walk to a cave and some refreshments. We then went to Elafonissi, which was beautiful! It was hot, so bring sunscreen, hats, etc. however we were given more than enough time to enjoy and there are some snack shops as well. On the way back…”
Full-day boat trip from Chania or Rethymno to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa Island, with hotel pickup, a Venetian castle hike, and swim time.
“An unmissable trip! Do this instead of Elafonissi. Hands down it was the most gorgeous water I’ve ever swam in. The ferry was loaded with snacks, drinks, beach supplies so you don’t need to bring anything with you.”
A long but well-paced Crete day trip with Rethimno’s old alleys, Chania’s harbor streets, and a nature walk at Kournas Lake.
“guide was very good and knowledgeable abd spoke 3 different languages he also gave clear instructions on pick up times snd meeting points at the difference stops would recommend doing this trip”
Hike Samaria Gorge from Rethymno with a multilingual escort, then cool off in Agia Roumeli and ride the ferry back to Sfakia.
“We had an excellent polyglot guide who provided a lot of useful and interesting info, and the safe, smooth virtuoso driver - it was a a marvellous day. Thank you!”
Prebooked e-ticket plus an audio guide for Knossos Palace in Crete. Save time, wander at your pace, and learn Minoan life.
“A ticket worked just fine. Everything was as advertised.”
Santorini day trip from Heraklion: high-speed ferry, guided Oia and Fira, about 5.5 hours to explore, plus optional hot springs.
“The trip was very nice. Lots of tourist at Santorini. our guide was exceptional and knowledgeable, and the whole trip went seamless. On time picking us up on time to the sea ferry on time to the island on time on the return don’t have any complaints would highly recommend.”
Quad bike safari from Rethymno: off-road Maroulas trails, shallow water crossings, kafeneion by Lake Potami, Prassies snack, 4 hours.
“The quad bike safari was fantastic. From start to finish we couldn’t fault the experience. We were collected from our hotel and taken to the centre. The main activity was great. The guide was fantastic (believe he was called Nikolai) and he went through all the safety features and chatted about all the places when…”
A 3.5-hour Agia Pelagia quad tour mixing ghost village history, orange villages, olive mill tasting, and Cretan viewpoints for $50.
“Excellent tour! Great for children! We took our 3 and 4 year olds, strapped them in, had a blast!!! Highly recommend! Great way to see the island and culture!”
Sail from Heraklion to Dia Island with snorkeling, SUP, lunch, and unlimited drinks on a luxury yacht. Shared or private options.
“Both Crewmembers were incredible and so friendly! 10/10”
