Top Day Trips from Crete (Updated November 2026)

Crete, Greece
Full Day/Half Day Tour Lasithi Plateau & Knossos Palace

See central Crete’s religious, mythological, and archaeological highlights in a single shared tour. Visit Kera Kardiotissa Monastery, the windmill-dotted Lassithi Plateau, and a traditional pottery …More

See central Crete’s religious, mythological, and archaeological highlights in a single shared tour. Visit Kera Kardiotissa Monastery, the windmill-dotted Lassithi Plateau, and a traditional pottery...

6 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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SPINALONGA, Elounda, Kolokitha, Ag. Nicolaos

Elounda - a small fishing village on the shores of the bay of Mirabello Spinalonga Island - Guided tour around the Venetian Fortress, bay - …More

Elounda - a small fishing village on the shores of the bay of Mirabello Spinalonga Island - Guided tour around the Venetian Fortress, bay -...

8 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$34
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 …More

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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$111
Explore Chania Town, Venetian Harbor, and Ancient Aptera.

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, …More

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,...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$781
Private kourtaliotiko waterfalls& preveli beach & seaside village

Spend an unforgettable day exploring the awe-inspiring Kourtaliotiko Gorge—home to the finest natural waterfalls in Crete. Marvel at the soaring canyon walls before heading south …More

Spend an unforgettable day exploring the awe-inspiring Kourtaliotiko Gorge—home to the finest natural waterfalls in Crete. Marvel at the soaring canyon walls before heading south...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Knossos Palace and Heraklion Guided Tour with Transport

Take a tour of Knossos Palace - one of the most important sites in European civilization. Skip the crowds with fast-track access to see the …More

Take a tour of Knossos Palace - one of the most important sites in European civilization. Skip the crowds with fast-track access to see the...

7 hours 50 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Cultural tours - Agios Nikolaos - Tours in villages

Discover villages, monasteries, panoramic views and timeless traditions of Crete on a guided tour. If you want to explore Agios Nik. area, learn about the …More

Discover villages, monasteries, panoramic views and timeless traditions of Crete on a guided tour. If you want to explore Agios Nik. area, learn about the...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Historical Crete: Self-Guided Drive from Malia to Agios Nikolaos

Absorb Minoan treasures and breathtaking views, hidden among olive groves on this self-guided driving tour. Experience the magic of GPS playback on this immersive drive …More

Absorb Minoan treasures and breathtaking views, hidden among olive groves on this self-guided driving tour. Experience the magic of GPS playback on this immersive drive...

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation
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Rent a Bike in Ammoudara, Heraklion

One of the best ways to explore the beautiful island of Crete is by bike! Notice details that are easy to miss from the tourist …More

One of the best ways to explore the beautiful island of Crete is by bike! Notice details that are easy to miss from the tourist...

12 to 24 hours Free Cancellation
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Best of Heraklion (Knossos & Arch. Museum with City Tour)

Private Tour and Skip the line ticket. Step beyond the surface of Crete’s capital and discover the stories that have shaped a civilization. For locals, …More

Private Tour and Skip the line ticket. Step beyond the surface of Crete’s capital and discover the stories that have shaped a civilization. For locals,...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Full-Day Trip to Santorini island by Boat from Heraklion

Experience the villages looking the Aegean on a guided day trip to Santorini.Transfer from Heraklion to a luxury catamaran. Soak up the caldera views, see …More

Experience the villages looking the Aegean on a guided day trip to Santorini.Transfer from Heraklion to a luxury catamaran. Soak up the caldera views, see...

12 hours Free Cancellation
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Full-Day Trip to Santorini island by Boat from Rethymno

Experience the clifftop villages looking the Aegean on a guided day trip to Santorini.Transfer from Rethymno to a luxury catamaran. Soak up the caldera views, …More

Experience the clifftop villages looking the Aegean on a guided day trip to Santorini.Transfer from Rethymno to a luxury catamaran. Soak up the caldera views,...

12 hours Free Cancellation
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$278
Pr Tour from Heraklion/Chania to Rethimno via Arkadi, Kourna Lake

Discover the captivating city of Chania, where Venetian architecture meets vibrant markets and picturesque waterfronts. Embark on a scenic journey to Kournas, a tranquil lake …More

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Discover the captivating city of Chania, where Venetian architecture meets vibrant markets and picturesque waterfronts. Embark on a scenic journey to Kournas, a tranquil lake...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$367
From Rethymno: Preveli, Kourtaliotiko Gorge & Hidden Crete

This tour offers an authentic journey into the heart of South Crete, far from crowds and mass tourism. It combines dramatic natural landscapes, rich history, …More

This tour offers an authentic journey into the heart of South Crete, far from crowds and mass tourism. It combines dramatic natural landscapes, rich history,...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Private Tour to Unique Chania and Rethymno Cities

Both Chania and Rethymno have a lot to offer in terms of history, culture, and natural beauty, so take your time to soak in the …More

Both Chania and Rethymno have a lot to offer in terms of history, culture, and natural beauty, so take your time to soak in the...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Private Cruise Tour in Kissamos to Balos and Gramvousa with snack

Combine two stunning destinations of Chania in a day cruise on your own convenience. Visit Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa island departing from Kissamos Port with …More

Combine two stunning destinations of Chania in a day cruise on your own convenience. Visit Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa island departing from Kissamos Port with...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$735
Crete Nature Kournas lake Argyroupoli &Georgioupoli from Rethymno

Enjoy a round-trip excursion to the southern part of Rethymno. Experience the natural beauty of Crete, explore traditional villages and more. See traditional villages, churches, …More

Enjoy a round-trip excursion to the southern part of Rethymno. Experience the natural beauty of Crete, explore traditional villages and more. See traditional villages, churches,...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Small-Group Tour of Elafonissi Lagoon and the Old Town of Chania

This is a semiprivate tour in a small group with a guide. It combines a visit to the lagoon of Elafonisi in the morning and …More

This is a semiprivate tour in a small group with a guide. It combines a visit to the lagoon of Elafonisi in the morning and...

9 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$189
Private Tour Of Eleftherna and Rethymno Villages from Chania

Our adventure commences at the Arkadi Monastery, an Eastern Orthodox masterpiece dating back to the 16th century, adorned with Renaissance influences. A national sanctuary commemorating …More

Our adventure commences at the Arkadi Monastery, an Eastern Orthodox masterpiece dating back to the 16th century, adorned with Renaissance influences. A national sanctuary commemorating...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered
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Private Psiloritis The mountain of Gods & Cooking Lesson

This is a private tour. Experience Crete from a unique perspective on this all-day Land Rover safari, combining mythology, culture, and authentic local flavors. Begin …More

This is a private tour. Experience Crete from a unique perspective on this all-day Land Rover safari, combining mythology, culture, and authentic local flavors. Begin...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Balos

Take the opportunity and explore one of the best-known features on Crete. Enjoy a day filled with scenery of unparallel beauty and swim in turquoise …More

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Balos

Take the opportunity and explore one of the best-known features on Crete. Enjoy a day filled with scenery of unparallel beauty and swim in turquoise...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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