Top Crete Art & Culture

Private & Personalized: Choose Your 6- or 4-Hour Itinerary Perfect for Cruise Stops & Island Stays Guaranteed on-time return to your ship More than just stops — a guided cultural journey. 6-Hour Option: Choose Three (3) Authentic Experiences: Knossos Palace | Olive Mill Tour & Tasting | Winery Tour & Tasting | Pottery Workshop & Monastery | Archaeological Museum & City Stroll | Arolithos Traditional Village | Or a place on your wish list 4-Hour Option: Choose Two (2) Authentic Experiences from the list above Enjoy narrated drives through Heraklion, charming villages, and scenic landscapes between experiences. Discover authentic Cretan traditions, from pottery, wine, and olive oil to history and local culture, shaping life on the island today. Exclusively for cruise guests arriving at Heraklion Port (there are 3 cruise ports on Crete) Crete · Private Tour · Shore Excursion · From Heraklion Port · Day Trip · Noon · Afternoon · Evening

Farms are at the heart of the Cretan way of life and food alike. Enjoy an up-close encounter with a local family on their organic farm when you book this small-group cooking class. Get hands-on with activities such as goat milking and cheese making and tour an olive grove and a vineyard. Then prepare a typical Cretan lunch and enjoy it with wine, raki liquor, traditional music—and great conversation.

A dinner-show for all the family! Heroes, Gods and Goddesses of the most famous event of Greek Mythology will come alive in front of your eyes in the form of statuary acrobats, dancers and singers. Unique in Europe, one of the most innovative dinner-shows in the world, TROY will abolish the boundaries between artists and spectators. Through a QR code on your phone, you will enter the world of Troy live and you will get the chance, during the show, to participate even to the point of changing the course of history! Will you be a Greek or a Trojan? who will prevail the epic war: the Greeks of Achilles or the Trojans of Hector? The choice is yours!

Head inland from Chania and explore the traditional villages in the foothills of the White Mountains with the half-day private tour. With an English speaking driver to take you around and provide you with basic history and local insights, discover the villages of Therisos, Zourva, and Meskla, and enjoy dramatic views of mountains and gorges along the way.

Crete rewards those willing to venture beyond the resorts, but navigating between palaces, mountain plateaus, and villages on your own takes planning. This small-group tour with a private option handles logistics with a luxury air-conditioned Mercedes Benz and a local guide. You'll cover Knossos Palace, the Lasithi Plateau's windmills, the Psychro Cave, and an olive oil factory where you can taste local products and snacks.

Learn about Chania's history, good and bad, with a self-paced app tour. You'll learn about local history, culture, and architecture as you explore at your leisure, and the app will guide you to a mix of major attractions and off-the-beaten-path sights. The whole experience should last anywhere from 90 minutes to two hours.

Skip the stress of planning logistics and check off the best of Crete in one seamless day on this small-group tour. Begin at Knossos Palace (entrance extra), once the center of Minoan civilization. From there, head into the countryside for a behind-the-scenes look at a local olive oil estate. Continue to a family-owned winery and raki distillery for tastings. Finish the day at a traditional village taverna to dine on a typical Cretan lunch.

Knossos was once the capital of the Minoan civilization, and a must-see site in Crete. Explore the landmark in the company of a guide, who can provide more insights than visiting on your own. Afterwards, enjoy a guided walk around central Heraklion and free time to explore afterwards on your own.

Explore Chania's Old Town on this PRIVATE walking tour with a local guide. See the city’s impressive 14th-century harbor and 16th-century lighthouse. Learn about Crete’s Venetian, Egyptian and Ottoman influences as you stroll through narrow streets filled with vendors and markets. You’ll also visit historical landmarks and sample local coffee and food along the way.

Check out two different historical regions of Greece in this day tour that takes you to explore the Lassithi Plateau and the Knossos Palace in Heraklion, plus much more. This is a group tour, so you’ll be keeping costs down. Your guide and driver will take care of all the logistics for you, so you can enjoy your full day exploring the history and local culture of the area.

Explore the stunning Elafonissi Beach and visit the Chrissoskalitisa Monastery on a scenic tour from the North to the Southwest of Crete. The icing on the cake is FREE wine tasting on the way back.

Visit three places in one day on this private tour which explores Knossos Palace, the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, and Rethymno city. This is a private tour for you and your group, so no need to stick to a rigid schedule. You’ll have lunch and cold drinks provided, so you don’t need to bring these yourself. Just enjoy your day out with return transfers to Chania.

The Heraklion Archaeological Museum, located in the heart of Crete's capital city, is among the most visited museums in Greece. Secure your admission with this pre-booked ticket and discover the impressive collection of archeological treasures with a self-led audio guide. Explore the museum's world-class collection of Minoan artifacts found all over Crete.

Step back in time and learn about Crete’s Minoan history on this private tour of Heraklion city and Knossos. Visit the archaeological site of Knossos to see the ruins of the great palace, temples, villas, and sanctuaries. Then, explore Heraklion’s Venetian walls, fortress, St. Minas Cathedral, and more with a private guide for a personalized experience.

See the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Palace of Knossos more intimately on a small-group walking tour, and learn more than you would wandering around alone. Explore the palace without the rush and bustle of larger sightseeing tours, and catch all the commentary about ancient Knossos and Minoan Crete. The tour includes a skip-the-line ticket for quicker entry, plus an optional guided visit to the Heraklion Archaeological Museum to complete the Minoan experience.

Skip-the-line at Knossos Palace in Crete with this premium access tour. Meet your guide and set out with a small group to learn about the myths and legends surrounding this archaeological site. Hear stories about Greek mythology as you explore the labyrinth of Knossos Palace. This history-focused tour is available in multiple languages.

Explore the rugged and wild side of Crete on the off-road adventure tour. Travel comfortably in a Land Rover high up into the Dikti mountain range. By going on an organized tour, you won’t have to worry about getting lost in unmarked rural areas and an experienced driver drives with confidence on the mountain roads. When you’ve worked up an appetite, a delicious local Cretan lunch in a taverna is provided.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant traditions of Crete during a delightful evening that combines authentic flavors, history, and music. Begin your journey in the charming village of Prasses, where you’ll enjoy local meze and raki at a quaint kafenio. Then, head to the next village for a lively feast featuring traditional Cretan music and folk dancing. Savor a full meal with unlimited local wine, all while experiencing the warmth of Cretan hospitality. Whether you're traveling solo or with family, this night promises a memorable cultural experience. - Enjoy a full traditional dinner at a communal table with fixed dishes. - Unlimited local wine and water included, with 1 soft drink per child. - Free pick-up and drop-off from your hotel for convenience. - Vegetarian options available upon request, catering to diverse dietary needs.

Combine sightseeing and local flavors with this half-day guided tour around Chania. Sample a variety of local dishes at the Municipal Market, then walk around the hidden streets and alleyways of the Old Town to discover secret gardens and historic monuments, and see local artisans at work, before ending the tour with tapas along the Old Venetian Harbor. Opt for a private tour to include hotel or port pickup as well.

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 this tour you get in touch with the rich Cretan History, the famous Cretan Hospitality, the local Culture, the Cretan Cuisine, which is the base of the Mediterranean Diet. This tour is suitable for visitors with the cruise ships also. It is a private tour and you can decide, where to stop and how much time to spend on each place. With the help of our Experienced Professional Licensed Tourist Guide, who will be with you during the whole tour, you will travel back in time, as far as the 7th Millennium BC, visiting the Palace of Knossos and the Archaeological Museum. Then you will explore the Old Town of Heraklion and admire the signs of all the different civilizations that stopped by the island through the ages. With this tour you take home nice feelings, beautiful impressions and you look forward to come back.

The whole family will enjoy this fun snorkeling activity, which is both relaxing and adventurous. With a small group of no more than ten travelers you'll be taken on a boat ride to two different snorkeling spots. Experience the difference at the open ocean and sheltered spots, both with an abundance of sea life. Snorkeling gear will be provided so you don't need to bring your own.

Maximize time at one of Crete’s top archaeological sites with this walking tour including skip-the-line admission. Join a group for a sightseeing tour of the Palace of Knossos and learn about the myths and legends surrounding the site. See elegant wall paintings, hear stories about advanced construction techniques, and admire the architecture during a visit to this ancient palace.

The Knossos archeological site is an impressive collection of ruins dating back to the Bronze Age; with its immersive storytelling, this audio tour opens a portal back to that time. Once you’ve bought your ticket to the site, load up the app you’ve downloaded and follow your guide, aristocratic Yishharu, around the city’s highlights and hotspots. Explore the site at your own pace on this self-guided tour and open a new window into ancient Minoan life and culture with each new destination.