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Laura_J, Oct 2026
Life and History tour
Omg, what a great experience. We told Spyros that we selected this tour because we wanted a small group experience with an experienced guide and he delivered — despite the torrential rainfall.
We loved the olive oil production plant — so interesting to learn about the old and new techniques and taste this wonderful, locally sourced and produced staple.
We experienced mountain driving in the rain (and never worried about our safety — these are roads that Spyros knows well). We had a lovely cup or coffee/tea at a local cafe and met the owner. Spyros spent summers in the town and knew everyone and opened his house to us (where we enjoyed yogurt and a the glass of rakia) while we learned more about life in a small mountain village.
We decided not to do Zeus’ cave or lunch so that we could experience a beautiful family owned pottery shop that was so reasonably priced that we likely bought more pottery than we can safely get home to the US.
We then headed to Knossos Palace which was amazing.
I would strongly recommend this tour and the guide! Spyros was so knowledgeable about Crete history.
Stephen_K, Sept 2026
Kourtaliotiko Gorge
What an amazing tour! Demitri was attentive and caring. My wife and I are in our early 70’s and the hike was a little intense but doable, just needed to take it slow. Demitri understood and assisted us all the way. Just being able to view the island with an extremely knowledgeable guide made all the difference. Demitri made sure everyone had the best experience. He catered to all. One couple was newly married and adventurous, he made sure they had the best time as well. The beach and the stop in Spili were exceptional! Lunch was delicious and the rahki (don’t know if that is spelled correctly) especially the honey cinnamon was fantastic! We definitely highly recommend this tour!!!
Sarah_F, Sept 2026
An Amazing Way to Experience Crete’s History and Culture!
An Amazing Way to Experience Crete’s History and Culture!
We had an absolutely fantastic time on this tour! Marinos was our guide throughout the entire day, taking us from Knossos Palace to the Lasithi Plateau, Zeus Cave, local villages, and an olive oil tour. It was such a great way to experience both the ancient history and the culture of Crete.
Visiting Knossos Palace was one of the things I was looking forward to most on our entire trip to Crete, and getting to finally experience it was incredible. For our time at Knossos, we were paired with a local guide who specialized in the site, and she was amazing. She shared so much history and context that really brought Knossos to life and made the experience even more special.
Marinos was wonderful. He was organized, communicative, incredibly friendly, and so knowledgeable. Everything throughout the day felt seamless, and he gave us so much interesting background and context for the places we were visiting. We had tons of questions, and he happily answered all of them!
We especially loved the little things he added along the way. At one point, he even pulled over on a mountain road to show us wild herbs growing nearby. Those spontaneous moments made the experience feel so much more personal and gave us an even better glimpse into life and culture in Crete.
Marinos was also just genuinely pleasant to spend the day with. He made us feel so welcome, especially knowing we were visiting on our honeymoon, and we really enjoyed talking with him throughout the tour.
If you want to see a lot of Crete while learning about its ancient history, culture, food, and everyday life along the way, we would absolutely recommend this tour!
Ashley_T, Sept 2026
Fun large group activity
Started off slow, they made sure every person knew how to ride which took time. There was some heating issues cause it was incredibly hot and novice riders these Minor issues handled swiftly. Large group but everyone was tended to and in order. Great fun, good food, fun beach, Great crew. Id recommend to anyone.
Lua_D, Sept 2026
We saw a wild octopus!! One of the top experiences of my life
One of the most PHENOMENAL and MAGICAL experiences of my life!! We saw a wild octopus, which was totally unexpected! The tour guides were the sweetest, funniest, and most professional snorkelling guides that I have experienced. They were very careful about everyone's safety, the driver was friendly, the information about the trip was very clear, and everything was just really fantastic. I don't really have any criticisms. We loved it so much that we almost booked it again the next day ^^ We'll probably visit and book it again next year!
Elizabeth_K, Sept 2026
A must-see while you’re in Crete!
This is an outstanding theatrical production in a stunning space. The amazingly talented performers give it their all, heart and soul. You also get to be part of the action, a delight for children and parents alike. And the dinner itself was so delicious. We spoke with the owner, who clearly cares deeply about the whole experience for everyone. This is truly a must-see!
Jamie_M, Aug 2026
Excellent day trip!
We had an amazing day! The boat is very clean and comfortable, the staff onboard are amazing and very helpful! The travel time to the island is around 1 hour with amazing views all the way. Once you reach the island you get to swim in beautiful clear water and use snorkeling equipment and paddle boards. The staff have life jackets available if needed but the water is quite salty so you naturally float very easily. The food we was served was prawns with pasta, Greek salad with bread and fruit after. It was absolutely delicious and fresh! Could not recommend this trip any higher!
Nadia_K, Aug 2026
Don’t hesitate, just book it!
Areti was the picture of Cretan hospitality. The wineries and the wines were dynamic and beautiful and we definitely brought things home from each stop but Areti was the true highlight of the day. Her generosity in speaking about Greek life and culture truly enriched the experience. It was a joy to spend the day sipping wine and hearing about the wine, and the people in an authentic way.
Mark_J, Aug 2026
A blast.
What a great time on the sailing ship. The sea was choppy that day. Upon arrival, we swam and snorkeling the clear water. Never seen so many urchins. On the return, many of us sat on the deck with legs over the side. It was really fun and a memorable time.
Andrej_K, Jul 2026
Beautiful experience...
Beautiful experience sailing on the ship with beautiful view, just get ready for slightly bumpy ride. Once we arrived on the island, we had time to swim, snorkeling and walk to the small cozy church on the island. For the afternoon trip, we had a chance to watch sunset on our way back.
Patrick_S, Jun 2026
Great Outdoor and Indoor Guides
Our outdoor guide was incredible. It was a very hot day (June in a heat wave) and our guide took us through all the key spots and allowed us to take pictures before giving more detailed explanations in the shade. We had a small group, so it made navigating very easy. Our guide was very knowledgeable and tied in the mythology to actual events to piece everything together seamlessly. Very professional and experienced. We took the bus to the museum after, and due to heavy traffic, timing was tight. Our museum guide was quiet, but delightful and took us through the high points of Minoan society and artifacts.
Sarah_E, Oct 2025
Great day well worth doing
Was a full day with 3 main stops. There is plenty time at each place to enjoy the areas and have quick drink if you want. The towns are very pretty and Spinalonga very interesting. It is €20 extra to get into Spinolonga but you can just sit and enjoy view of port or paddle if you don't want to walk round. If you want to jump of boat into water for swim on way back ensure you already have swim wear on. Transfers were great and local. All staff were friendly and helpful. Thoroughly enjoyed our day. Totally recommended
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