Top Day Trips from Heraklion (Updated November 2026)

Heraklion, Greece
SAILING DAY 4.5-5h & SUNSET 3 or 4.5-5h from Hersonissos CRETE

The minibus picks you up outside your hotel and takes you to the port in Gouves, where the boat leaves. DAY & SUNSET of 4.5-5h: …More

The minibus picks you up outside your hotel and takes you to the port in Gouves, where the boat leaves. DAY & SUNSET of 4.5-5h:...

3 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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From Heraklion-PRIVATE Kourtaliotiko Waterfalls-Prevelis Beach

Embark on this full day Private tour so we can explore south and north Crete ,Old villages ,Kourtaliotiko Gorge and waterfalls, Prevelis Beach. We will …More

Embark on this full day Private tour so we can explore south and north Crete ,Old villages ,Kourtaliotiko Gorge and waterfalls, Prevelis Beach. We will...

8 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$143
4 Hour Fishing and Swimming Boat Experience in Schisma Eloundas

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 …More

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...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$143
Wine Raki Olive Oil Tasting and Pottery - Private Tour

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 …More

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...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$738
Private Guided Tour to Knossos Palace, Arch. Museum & Heraklion

Crete is an island full of treasures you need a lifetime to discover. It is also one of the safest places in the world. With …More

Crete is an island full of treasures you need a lifetime to discover. It is also one of the safest places in the world. With...

6 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$643
Private Full-Day Knosos, Lasithi Plateau, Cave of Zeus from Rethimno

Start at the traditional village of Mochos with its narrow alleys and colourful gardens, then continue to Krasi and visit the 2,400-year-old Writers' Plane Tree. …More

Start at the traditional village of Mochos with its narrow alleys and colourful gardens, then continue to Krasi and visit the 2,400-year-old Writers' Plane Tree....

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$738
Psiloritis Mountain and Sfendoni Cave 4x4 Cretan Villages Tour

Join our Psiloritis (UNESCO Global Geopark) mountain & villages tour for an unforgettable day in authentic Crete! Admire the breathtaking panoramic views of Mount Psiloritis, …More

Join our Psiloritis (UNESCO Global Geopark) mountain & villages tour for an unforgettable day in authentic Crete! Admire the breathtaking panoramic views of Mount Psiloritis,...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$106
Daily cruises to Dia Island with All -Inclusive Meal and drinks

Experience a Unique Sailing Adventure and savor our All-inclusive authentic Mediterranean menu, unlimited fragrant white wine, soft drinks and bottled water. The journey to the …More

Experience a Unique Sailing Adventure and savor our All-inclusive authentic Mediterranean menu, unlimited fragrant white wine, soft drinks and bottled water. The journey to the...

5 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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The Gourmet Wine Tour of Heraklion area

In a small and friendly group of maximum 6 people, partake in a sensational visit of 2 wineries of Archanes to meet some winemakers of …More

In a small and friendly group of maximum 6 people, partake in a sensational visit of 2 wineries of Archanes to meet some winemakers of...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$189
Heraklion: Ebike - All in one - Food tasting & Wine tasting

Why just visit Heraklion when you can live it? Imagine gliding through the city’s Venetian walls as the golden hour begins, feeling the Mediterranean breeze …More

Why just visit Heraklion when you can live it? Imagine gliding through the city’s Venetian walls as the golden hour begins, feeling the Mediterranean breeze...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$189
Land Rover Safari Minoan Route with driver and lunch

Discover the authentic heart of Crete on a full-day adventure through picturesque landscapes, traditional villages, and breathtaking mountain scenery. Visit a traditional olive oil producer …More

Discover the authentic heart of Crete on a full-day adventure through picturesque landscapes, traditional villages, and breathtaking mountain scenery. Visit a traditional olive oil producer...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$109
Crete Elounda and Spinalonga Island Cruise Day Trip

A beautiful day starts from Elounda with your final destination on the Spinalonga Island. Do not miss the opportunity to visit the leper island which …More

A beautiful day starts from Elounda with your final destination on the Spinalonga Island. Do not miss the opportunity to visit the leper island which...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$46
PRIVATE Jeep Safari 4x4 SUNSET (with Dinner) in Mountains CRETE

A fantastic jeep safari through the mountains. You are driven by your personal experienced local driver/ guide in your open jeep. Our climb towards the …More

A fantastic jeep safari through the mountains. You are driven by your personal experienced local driver/ guide in your open jeep. Our climb towards the...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$101
Cruise to Spinalonga, Kolokytha Bay & Agios Nikolaos with Lunch

Exclusivity: We operate the only tour that starts sail from Agios Nikolaos and gives travellers the joy of cruising across Mirabello Bay for 1 hour! …More

Exclusivity: We operate the only tour that starts sail from Agios Nikolaos and gives travellers the joy of cruising across Mirabello Bay for 1 hour!...

9 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$57
Off-road Buggy Safari in Crete with a Guide

This tour is a special way to discover the countryside of Crete in a top buggy! You will experience the ultimate adventure, crossing gorges, in …More

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This tour is a special way to discover the countryside of Crete in a top buggy! You will experience the ultimate adventure, crossing gorges, in...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$144
Private Sailing Cruise to Dia Island with Meal & Water Activities

Sail with us to the exotic Dia Island on our large and comfortable sailing yachts. Our journey begins at the Heraklion Old venetian port. After …More

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Sail with us to the exotic Dia Island on our large and comfortable sailing yachts. Our journey begins at the Heraklion Old venetian port. After...

5 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$907
Crete 5-Hour Quad Safari Experience

Discover the mountains of Crete and explore off-road trails on a quad safari with a visit to a Byzantine monastery. Head and marvel to the …More

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Discover the mountains of Crete and explore off-road trails on a quad safari with a visit to a Byzantine monastery. Head and marvel to the...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Guided Day Tour in Lasithi Plateau, Greek theme park and Villages

Take this trip to find out and enjoy a breathtaking view. Begin with a guided tour to the traditional olive mill and learn all about …More

Take this trip to find out and enjoy a breathtaking view. Begin with a guided tour to the traditional olive mill and learn all about...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$112
Lasithi Plateau and Zeus Cave Tour from Heraklion

Discover the magic of the Lassithi Plateau, the legendary birthplace of Zeus. Surrounded by mountains and traditional villages, this fertile plain offers stunning scenery and …More

Discover the magic of the Lassithi Plateau, the legendary birthplace of Zeus. Surrounded by mountains and traditional villages, this fertile plain offers stunning scenery and...

10 to 11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$46
Guided Tour to Knossos Palace & Heraklion

Participate in a guided tour to the Palace of Knossos, the political and ceremonial center of Minoan civilization. The tour continues to the town center …More

Participate in a guided tour to the Palace of Knossos, the political and ceremonial center of Minoan civilization. The tour continues to the town center...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$37
Romantic Luxury Sunset sailing

Sailing by the castle, en route to the historic natural bay of Zeus Island. Imagine a serene evening, nestled in a secluded bay, where the …More

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Sailing by the castle, en route to the historic natural bay of Zeus Island. Imagine a serene evening, nestled in a secluded bay, where the...

5 to 7 hours Free Cancellation
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