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15 Best Heraklion Tours In Greece

The Greek classics.

The 15 most popular heraklion tours in Greece, with what each one is really like on the day, who runs it, and what it costs.

15 Best Heraklion Tours In Greece

Heraklion: Dia Island Sailboat Cruise with Swimming and Meal

Heraklion: Dia Island Sailboat Cruise with Swimming and Meal - Where you meet in Heraklion, and how timing works

1.Heraklion: Dia Island Sailboat Cruise with Swimming and Meal

Most Popular★ 4.8

Small-group sailing from Heraklion to Dia Island with swim, snorkel, SUP, and a Mediterranean meal plus unlimited drinks in 5.5 hours.

“Here’s a smoother, more natural version of your text: This was the last day of our trip through Crete, and we ended it in the best way possible. The cruise was incredible, the weather was perfect, and the crew and food were fantastic. It was everything I wanted and more. We were having so much…”

2,579 reviews5.5 hoursFrom $95by Cretan Sailing Cruises

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Heraklion Area: CRETAquarium Admission Ticket

Heraklion Area: CRETAquarium Admission Ticket - CRETAquarium in Heraklion: The Setting That Keeps It Interesting

2.Heraklion Area: CRETAquarium Admission Ticket

★ 4.4

CRETAquarium in Heraklion puts Mediterranean life on display across 60 habitats with 2,000 creatures, for about a 1-hour visit.

“It was great - we were worried it might be like Barcelona’s aquarium (which if you ever get the chance to go - don’t it’s a waste of money and so rubbish). But the staff were friendly and the route was well signposted - some interactive parts and very informative. It’s on the smaller side…”

2,055 reviews1 dayFrom $9by CRETAquarium

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Crete: Palace of Knossos E-Ticket and Audio Guide

Crete: Palace of Knossos E-Ticket and Audio Guide - Tickets, Skip-the-Line Timing, and Getting Oriented at Knossos

3.Crete: Palace of Knossos E-Ticket and Audio Guide

★ 3.8

Prebooked e-ticket plus an audio guide for Knossos Palace in Crete. Save time, wander at your pace, and learn Minoan life.

“We had just over an hour for the tour of Knossos before leaving Crete. This guide offered us a quick, trouble free entry to the site. The narration was informative and fun!”

1,540 reviews1 - 5 hoursFrom $34by Clio Muse Tours

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5Hour Safari Tour in Crete(Heraklion)with Quad,Jeep,Buggy & Lunch

5Hour Safari Tour in Crete(Heraklion)with Quad,Jeep,Buggy & Lunch - Pickup in and around Heraklion: meeting point reality and cruise-ship buffer

5.5Hour Safari Tour in Crete(Heraklion)with Quad,Jeep,Buggy & Lunch

★ 5.0

Quad, buggy, or Jeep safari in Crete near Heraklion with safety briefing, cave or church stops, Greek lunch, and optional beach swim.

“What a great day! All the staff are very friendly! We had a wonderful on the jeep tour, and due to unforeseen circumstances we had Dylan drive us around! He was so fun! I honestly don’t know that we would have had such a great time just on our own!”

941 reviews5 hours (approx.)From $107.63by Creta Quad Safari

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Heraklion: Sailing Cruise to Dia Island with Drinks and Meal

Heraklion: Sailing Cruise to Dia Island with Drinks and Meal - From pickup choice to boarding: how you’ll actually get there

6.Heraklion: Sailing Cruise to Dia Island with Drinks and Meal

★ 4.9

Sail from Heraklion to Dia Island for snorkeling, SUP, and a full onboard meal with drinks on a small yacht cruise.

“FANTASTIC!!! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!! the trip to and Dia was an iregular trip(rough sea) ( but very safe) but the interaction with the crew was out of this world! we have spent 3 hrs (or so) by the Island of Dia snorkeling, paddling, diving... drinking. nice company as well beautiful meal plenty drinks Thank you Captain…”

778 reviews6 hoursFrom $106by Sailing Grace

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Heraklion: Dia Island Sailing Cruise with Snorkeling

Heraklion: Dia Island Sailing Cruise with Snorkeling - Getting To The Old Venetian Harbor and Cafe Marina

From Heraklion: Elafonisi Beach Day Tour with Pickup

From Heraklion: Elafonisi Beach Day Tour with Pickup - Pickup in the Heraklion area: convenient, but plan for the timing

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

Knossos-Zeus Cave -Old Traditional Villages-Olive Oil Factory - Mochos and the Narrow-Street Village Break

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

★ 5.0

Small-group Crete day from Heraklion with olive oil tastings, quiet villages, windmills, mountain views, and optional Zeus Cave and Knossos.

“This was a fantastic experience. Stavros was great fun, and overflowing with stories and facts. He is especially good with kids. Really, he should lead school trips. Definitely worth the experience.”

694 reviews7 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $136.65by Explore Real Crete

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Santorini Guided Day Trip From Crete with Ferry Tickets

Santorini Guided Day Trip From Crete with Ferry Tickets - Oia in about 90 minutes: where the viewpoints win and crowds fight back

10.Santorini Guided Day Trip From Crete with Ferry Tickets

★ 4.2

Guided Santorini day trip from Crete with ferry tickets: explore Oia and Fira views, caldera cliffs, transfers, and optional volcano boat.

“Kids had a hard time on the ferry there as we hit very rough seas, but the tour guide was friendly and the views breathtaking. We took some anti-nausea meds from a Santorini pharmacy on the way home and the ride was much more pleasant for everyone. Loved it, but be prepared for a rocky…”

591 reviews10 hoursFrom $199by T4V

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Heraklion: Sunset Sailing Cruise Dia Island with Snorkeling

Heraklion: Sunset Sailing Cruise Dia Island with Snorkeling - Half-day vs full-day: how your schedule really changes

Sailing Cruise to Dia Island with Meal and Water Activities

Sailing Cruise to Dia Island with Meal and Water Activities - The sailing rhythm: what your day feels like on the water

12.Sailing Cruise to Dia Island with Meal and Water Activities

★ 4.5

Sail from Heraklion to uninhabited Dia Island for swimming, snorkeling, SUP, and a shrimp linguini lunch with wine and beer.

“This afternoon was AWESOME. The communication leading up to and during was top notch. The captain and his girls were super fun and very welcoming. Had a perfect day on the water with plenty of amenities plus a delicious meal. Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to get away from the city for a few…”

526 reviews5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $96.74by Cretan Sailing Cruises

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From Heraklion: Cruise to Balos Lagoon and Chania Old Town

From Heraklion: Cruise to Balos Lagoon and Chania Old Town - Getting to Kasteli Port from Heraklion: bus time is the deal

13.From Heraklion: Cruise to Balos Lagoon and Chania Old Town

★ 4.4

Cruise from Heraklion to Balos Lagoon for swimming and white sand, then enjoy Chania’s Venetian harbor and old-town streets on one day.

“It was absolutely amazing! Elizabeta was a really good guide and the excursion was truly out of this world and a must visit! It's worth the money, boat can get crowded and might not have spaces to sit at times but don't be put off by it. Bus journey from Heraklion was about 3 hours…”

526 reviews14.5 - 16 hoursFrom $88by Cretan Odyssey

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Heraklion: Sailing Trip to Dia Island with Lunch & Swimming

Heraklion: Sailing Trip to Dia Island with Lunch & Swimming - Getting on the Boat: Old Anchor to a Quick Safety Brief

14.Heraklion: Sailing Trip to Dia Island with Lunch & Swimming

★ 4.8

Small-group sail from Heraklion to Dia Island for swimming, snorkel, SUP, fishing, lunch, and unlimited drinks in about 6 hours.

“The crew were all so lovely and such sweet people! We sailed out to Dia island and did some snorkelling but mainly relaxed on the catamaran with some drinks. It was such a relaxing day chilling on beanbags and enjoying the water. Would love to do this again- such a cool experience!”

517 reviews6 hoursFrom $100by Set Sails

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Dia Sailing Cruise With All-inclusive Meal And Drinks

Dia Sailing Cruise With All-inclusive Meal And Drinks - Getting to the boat: meeting point and transfer reality

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