Top Crete Sightseeing Tours - page 4

Enjoy some of Crete’s most beautiful beaches without the self-drive hassles on this guided small-group tour. Travel direct from your door to Kissamos, where you board a boat for Balos Beach and Lagoon, then savor the soft white sands. Next, ride a boat to Gramvousa Island (own expense), swim in the clear waters, and opt to hike to the 16th-century fortress. Your guide will drop you directly to your door.

Explore Crete’s diverse palm forests, gorges, and beaches on a full-day Land Rover safari with a guide to reveal the best of the island’s scenery and culture. Rumble along remote roads, passing landmarks like Prassano Gorge and Potamon Dam, and stopping to swim in the Libyan Sea. Get a taste of Cretan country life when you visit traditional villages like Spili, and enjoy a local tavern lunch with ambience to spare.

Get more out of your time in Crete, and discover the history of the Minoan civilization on a tour of Knossos Palace and the cultural center of Heraklion. You’ll get the lowdown on the exhibits of the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, and discover one of the locals’ favorite spots for coffee in a cozy city café. Note that entry fees are payable on the day.

Although Heraklion is the perfect base to see Crete’s cultural and architectural heritage, it’s not the only part of Crete that is worthy of a visit. On this full-day tour, discover two of the prettiest cities in Western Crete—Chania and Rethymno—and immerse yourself in some of the island's loveliest scenery. Admire the White Mountains, visit Lake Kournas, and learn all about local history and culture as you explore.

Immerse yourself in Crete’s delectable, rustic cuisine—and leave the bustle of the city behind—when you sign up for this private, hands-on cooking class. Pick a time that works best for you, and meet your driver directly at your Heraklion hotel which then takes you to the village where you meet your guide. It’s a quick drive into the hills, where you’ll cook amidst the Mediterranean scenery. With your guide’s instruction, learn to prepare a number of traditional dishes, from dolmadakia (stuffed grape leaves) to lamb with artichokes. Then, sit down to enjoy your multi-course meal, complete with wine.

Set sail on a semi-private catamaran cruise from Heraklion to Dia Island for a day of sea, sun, and swimming. Your journey begins with a warm welcome featuring coffee and local pastries. Enjoy stunning coastal views, refreshing sea breezes, and unlimited drinks as we sail. Upon reaching Dia Island, anchor in a secluded bay to swim in crystal-clear waters before indulging in a freshly prepared Mediterranean lunch onboard.

Explore Crete’s mountains and countryside by Polaris ATV (all-terrain vehicle) on a 4-hour buggy expedition from Rethymno. Traveling on- and off-road, rumble up mountains and through gorges and shallow rivers to experience the island’s wild side. Pause for photos, visit medieval villages, look for wildlife, and stop for snacks, including coffee at a lakeside coffee house. Choose a morning or afternoon departure, with equipment, instructions, and central Rethymno or Rethymno hotel pickup included.

Visit two of Crete’s top historical sights—Knossos Palace (a Bronze Age archeological site) and the Heraklion Archaeological Museum—in one time-saving tour. See ancient ruins and artifacts along the way, all while your guide's expert commentary brings the stories behind the sights to life. Highlights include the original throne of Minos at Knossos Palace and rare examples of Minoan art at Heraklion Archaeological Museum.

Visit the former leper colony and Venetian fortress on Spinalonga Island during this private tour. Sail to this rocky island, and explore the streets, houses, and ruined Venetian fortifications where lepers were confined from 1903 to 1957. Then, relax with a swim stop and barbecue lunch before cruising back to port. Return coach transport, the boat ride to Spinalonga, and select hotel pickup and drop-off in north-coast resorts included.

Book reliable transportation in Crete for up to six passengers with this private transfer from the airport to Heraklion. Meet your driver at the airport arrivals hall and receive help with luggage. Travel in a spacious minivan to your hotel or the address of your choice in Heraklion. The reverse route back to the airport is also available.

Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa Island are considered among Crete’s top attractions, but organizing transportation independently cuts into valuable sightseeing and sunbathing time. On this tour, reach both sites with ease by boat and discover their natural beauty. Follow winding walking routes at your leisure, soak up the rays by the lagoon, and enjoy hotel pickup and drop-off at your Chania accommodation.

Spend a day at Acqua Plus, the most popular water park on Crete. The park is divided into two sides, one for all ages and one for adults only. Facilities are clean, well-run, and safe, with multiple lifeguards on duty at all times. In addition to the many games, slides, and water rides inside the park, there is a beautiful garden in the center with Cretan flowers and trees, exotic flowers, weeping willows, palm trees, bougainvilleas,  French marigolds and more greenery, making for a nice escape form the heat and sun.

Rethymno is full of beachside roads, small streets, and parkland perfect for bike trips. This guided bike tour covers the best of the area roughly three to five hours of sightseeing. Highlights include visiting the Arkadi Monastery, Chromonastiri’s churches, Roussospiti’s Venetian buildings, Rethymno’s Old Town, and more. The price of this tour includes a bike, helmet, lock, and refreshments.

Crete is an island full of treasures you need a lifetime to discover. It is also one of the safest places of 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. 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. This tour has many alternatives like wine tasting, or olive oil tasting, or a traditional meal at the traditional village of Archanes. Look at the "Private guided tour to Knossos Palace Olive Mill Pottery Winery" With this tour you take home nice feelings, beautiful impressions and you look forward to come back.

Pair the freedom of independent travel with the ease of your own private driver when you book this door-to-door car service to the Palace of Knossos and the Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Explore the legendary lair of the Minotaur—and the center of Minoan civilization—independently, then see the sights of historic Heraklion. Onboard Wi-Fi saves on roaming charges, but entrance fees are at your own expense.

Getting to know a new city can be difficult if you try to do it all yourself. This Heraklion Small-Group Segway Tour lets you get acquainted with the city’s main highlights and hidden gems in just a few hours. Follow a guide around on a Segway to Liberty Square, the Historical Museum of Crete, Loggia, and more, and learn about the history and culture of the area.

A great excuse to explore the outdoors, this tour takes you on a full-day walking adventure through the Samaria Gorge from the Heraklion area. This 11-mile (18-kilometer) adventure starts at Xylo kalo and takes you to the Samaria Gorge, showcasing Cretan flora and fauna. Traverse through rocky terrain, visit the deserted village of Samaria, and see majestic Iron Gates before enjoying a meal at a tavern in Ayia Roumelis.

Experience the thrills of riding a quad through the Cretan countryside on this small-group off-road adventure. Choose to ride solo or double, then follow your guide and group past vineyards and olive groves, to an olive oil factory, Milatos Cave, the fishing villages of Milatos and Sissi, and Malia for lunch. Includes lunch, transfers, fuel, insurance, and new CF450cc/520cc quads.

Embark on a thrilling adventure through the Samaria Gorge with a local hiking leader as your guide. From the rich history and vibrant habitation to the fascinating traditions, diverse nature, and even the tantalizing local cuisine, your guide can introduce you to practically everything there is to know about this area. Don't miss out on this exclusive opportunity to get closely acquainted with the Samaria Gorge.

Combine the best of a guided tour with independent travel on this full-day tour to Chania, Lake Kournas, and Rethymnon from the northeastern coast of Crete. Learn more about Chania and Rethymnon on a guided tour, then enjoy time to explore on your own. At Lake Kournas, enjoy included lunch items and a walk around the lake to take in the scenic views.

Enjoy a relaxing day out on the water on this private sailing trip from Chania. You and your party will ride a yacht to beautiful places full of history, including Fortezza, the isle of Karga, Cape Drapano lighthouse, and more. Swim and snorkel in shallow, sheltered waters while your personal chef prepares a local lunch on board. Return to port while admiring the sunset.

Walk through Chania's 14th-century Venetian Old Town after dark and taste your way through Cretan cuisine at local spots your guide knows personally. The private format keeps things relaxed and social, with stops at restaurants and food venues serving dishes and drinks that reflect the local culture.

See parts of Crete that tour buses can't reach on this 4WD off-road safari with hotel pickup and drop-off within 20 kilometers of Hersonissos. Visit the eerie abandoned village of Sfendili, drowned by the Aposelemis Dam, enjoy lunch with a view in a mountain village, drive across a river, and explore a sacred cave. Choose between private or small-group options to suit your interests.

Head away from the tourist trail to catch the sun slipping into the Cretan sea. This private evening tour starts with visits to Agios Nikolaos and Plaka, and passes the village of Vrouchas as the route climbs high in to the mountains. You’ll then catch the sunset at a high-altitude spot where sweeping views await. A traditional dinner is also included.