All Heraklion Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

Vip Private Transfer: Heraklion Airport /Port to & From Elounda

55 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation

Discover Crete’s Minoan history without the hassle of arranging transportation between its top archaeological sites. Explore the legendary Palace of Knossos with skip-the-line entry, then continue to the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion to admire exceptional Bronze Age artifacts, jewelry, and artwork. Traveling with a small group and expert guide brings the myths of King Minos and the Minotaur to life.

Knossos palace & the Archaeological museum of Heraklion (with Transfer)

Make the most of your time in Crete with a private half-day tour designed for cruise guests and travelers who want a relaxed but meaningful experience. Discover the authentic side of Eastern Crete through traditional villages, breathtaking coastal views and the elegant seaside town of Agios Nikolaos. From the quiet charm of Fourni and Kritsa to a spectacular photo stop overlooking Spinalonga and free time in Agios Nikolaos, this tour offers a beautifully balanced introduction to the culture, scenery and character of the island. With a focus on local culture, history, and tradition, this private tour for cruise ship guests and those who want a half-day tour is a unique opportunity to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of the island of Crete.

Private 6.5h shore tour to Eastern Crete from Heraklion

Private 6.5h shore tour to Eastern Crete from Heraklion

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Heraklion: Full Day Sailing Experience-Dia Marine Area with Lunch

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Lasithi Plateau and Zeus Cave Tour from Heraklion

10 to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

Santorini Island: Guided Tour From Heraklion Crete

12 to 14 hoursFree Cancellation

Hit Heraklion’s highlights in just half a day direct from your accommodation (or cruise ship) when you book this private tour, with skip-the-line tickets to the iconic Palace of Knossos. Your licensed guide will showcase details from lighting to drainage that bring this lost civilization to life. Next, discover the Heraklion Archaeological Museum (own expense) and its Minoan collection; finally, explore Heraklion, including the fortress, cathedral, market and Venetian Walls.

Half Day Private Tour to Knossos Palace (Skip the line) & Panoramic City Tour

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Book your Private Transfer from Heraklion International Airport (HER) to Heraklion Cruise Port. Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttle queues and use our private, door to door airport transfer. We will contact you immediately after your booking to confirm it and will request any missed details of your trip if any. One day before the trip, you will receive the phone number of your driver for your convenience. Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination. Meeting with a Nameplate No Hidden Charges Door-to-door Service

Private Transfer from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Heraklion Port

Private Transfer from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Heraklion Port

15 minutesFree Cancellation

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*** IT DOES NOT include tickets to the Knossos Archeological site or the cost of a Certified Guide to the Knossos Archeological Site. *** Experience the epitome of luxury and cultural immersion with our personalized chauffeured service in Crete. Our expert local drivers, well-versed in the region's history. Delve into the heart of Central Crete as we transport you to the enchanting Peza valley, a Minoan haven with olive groves and red soils. Indulge in a wine-tasting adventure at a local winery, savoring Cretan indigenous varieties with divine aromas. No visit is complete without exploring the magical village of Ano Archanes, a favorite of the current King of England Charles, where charming streets and old houses beckon. Immerse yourself in the local culinary scene, enjoying a carefully crafted meal in this enchanting locale. Our bespoke journey ensures you unravel the layers of Cretan history, culture, and gastronomy in the lap of luxury.

Minoan Crete: Knossos Palace, Winery Visit and Lunch at Peza

Minoan Crete: Knossos Palace, Winery Visit and Lunch at Peza

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Experience a night dedicated to music, dancing, and tasty local food during this Cretan folklore night in Karouzana, a traditional village near Heraklion. Sip on wine and taste local products such as cheese, olive oil, and meat during a buffet meal. Reaching the ancient village after pickup, walk through this magnificent place and experience the locals’ hospitality. At dusk, enjoy a traditional feast. Taste delicious dishes with cheese, virgin olive oil, meat, and other products of Cretan soil. Get treated with the wine, listen to the sound of the Cretan Lyra (Greek musical instrument), and take delight in looking at the dancers, dressed in their traditional costumes performing Cretan and Greek folk dances. Have a good time while still feeling safe: eating and drinking will be individual and sterile as required by law and waiters will wear masks and gloves. The seats and the tables will also have the appropriate spacing in accordance with legal requirements.<

From Heraklion & Malia: Cretan Folklore Night with Buffet

From Heraklion & Malia: Cretan Folklore Night with Buffet

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Knossos Palace guided tour - Heraklion City tour + market

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Matala Beach Caves and Winery Full day Tour

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Knossos Palace and Plateau of Lassithi from Heraklion Region

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Private experience • Flexible itinerary • Local insight Experience Crete’s history, culture, and local craftsmanship on this carefully curated private tour, led by a local host. • Walk through the charming Old Town of Rethymno, with its Venetian harbor, colorful alleys, and hidden churches. • Visit the historic Arkadi Monastery, a powerful symbol of Cretan freedom and resilience. • Continue to Margarites Pottery Village, where centuries-old ceramic traditions come alive in local workshops. Depending on your interests and time, we may enrich your experience with one additional stop, such as: • A traditional Olive Mill • Melidoni Cave • The Ancient Eleutherna Museum (Closed Tuesday) • A local Honey Museum • A local Winery Ideal for travelers who value authenticity, flexibility, and culture. You deserve the high standards of SunSud Tours Shore Excursion • Cruise Friendly • Ports of Call Tours • Full Day Tour From Heraklion Port • Crete • Rethimno • Noon • Afternoon

Rethymnon Old Town, Arkadi , Eleutherna, Margarites | Private

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

This entry-level program is the best way to try scuba diving for the first time, as no prior experience is required. It is addressed to the whole family and introduces you to the underwater world in shallow waters and absolutely safe environment. Explore the unique aquatic life, enjoy the endless blue and the crystal clear water of the Cretan sea. Learn with the best ! You will learn the basic skills of scuba diving, before you get a chance to explore the amazing underwater world, always well looked after by one of our passionate professionals instructors.

Try scuba diving in Heraklion Crete Greece

Experience Scuba Diving in Heraklion Crete

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

Rocca a Mare in the entrance of the Venetian harbour in Heraklion

Private Guided Tour to Knossos Palace, Arch. Museum & Heraklion

6 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

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 without even breaking a sweat. Our state-of-the-art E-bikes do the hard work for you, leaving you free to soak in the sights and sounds of this historic capital. We’ve designed this experience for those who seek the "unseen" side of Crete. We’ll lead you away from the crowds to our favorite local corners, where you’ll enjoy a curated tasting of premium Cretan wines and artisanal delicacies that represent centuries of tradition. From the first sip of an indigenous Vidiano wine to the last bite of a handmade local treat, this is an evening dedicated to the "slow life." It’s personal, it’s delicious, and it’s the most fun you can have on two wheels. Come as a traveler, leave as a friend!

Heraklion: Ebike - All in one - Food tasting & Wine tasting

PRIVATE - Knossos Palace - Winery+ Olive Oil - Old Villages

7 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

✅ Premium Vehicles – Travel in style with clean, modern, air-conditioned Mercedes mini vans. ✅ English-Speaking Local Drivers – Friendly, professional, and always willing to share local tips and suggest the best places in Crete. ✅ Door-to-Door Comfort – Pick-up and drop-off from hotels, ports, or airports. ✅ Always On Time – We value your time, and punctuality is one of our core principles. ✅ Stress-Free Travel – Bottled water and a warm smile from your driver make every ride smooth and pleasant. ✅ Flight or Ship Delayed? We’ll wait for you at your Destination, at NO Extra Cost. ✅ Highly Rated by Travelers – We do our best to offer a pleasant and enjoyable journey every time

Our company will take you comfortably to your destination in a premium Mercedes mini van.

Private Transfer From,To Heraklion Airport & PORT To,From CHANIA

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Sunset Jeep Tour in Crete

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover Arkadi Monastery, Ancient Eleutherna, the pottery village of Margarites and Rethymno Old Town on a 10-hour private tour. Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with your own English-speaking local driver and plan the order and balance of visits within the booked duration. Explore the monastery, archaeological heritage, ceramic tradition and Venetian harbour according to opening arrangements. Your driver handles transport and shares local information during the journey. Museum and archaeological-site visits are independent unless a licensed guide has been separately arranged. Public destinations may be busy in peak season.

Private Rethymno Tour: Arkadi, Margarites & Ancient Eleutherna

10 hoursFree Cancellation

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 techniques and help catch amazing fishes! Let your spirit relax and be enchanted by the deep blue waters of Elounda Bay. It's a nice opportunity to dive into the sea, cool off and explore the seabed with the equipment we provide to you! The most beautiful thing about this experience is that you will be able to taste the fish you caught. The captain will take care of cleaning and cooking the fish. Enjoy a beautiful meal accompanied by fresh fish, salads and refreshing drinks you will have a beautiful meal on the boat looking out over the Cretan sea.

4 Hour Fishing and Swimming Boat Experience in Schisma Eloundas

4 Hour Fishing and Swimming Boat Experience in Schisma Eloundas

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Crete's mountainous terrain is unspoilt and evocative, but it's hard to access on foot or by road. Explore in a unique and thrilling way on a small-group quad bike tour with new CF450cc and 520cc quads, including fuel and insurance. Climb to the Chapel of Prophet Elias for panoramic views over the island and take in vineyards, an olive grove with tasting, beaches, and an authentic village—all rounded off with dinner.

Quad Safari: Off-Road Evening Tour with Dinner & Transfers

Looking for an Escape? Leave your comfort zone and embrace nature to the fullest. The best place to start your eco-quest is the island of Dia, so prepare for a biotope adventure that will inundate you with twists and turns, splashes and sparks. On a sailing yacht, you have the opportunity to appreciate your downtime in an idyllic setting that offers relaxation, freedom, exhilaration, and plenty of fun, all in one experience at your own pace. Do you dare to change your point of view? let's live together this amazing experience! Instant Energy!

Private luxury Escape free drinks & Meals Cruise

Heraklion Half-Day Tour | Knossos & Top Sights | Cruise-Friendly

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What are people saying about Heraklion

Lisa_J, Oct 2026

This is the best of Crete!

We had a truly unique and memorable tour with George! This private tour allowed our folks with mobility issues to tour the spectacular Knossos Palace at a relaxed pace. George was very keen to the weather and our ship schedule in helping us to maximize our time. Thanks to George for providing access to truly authentic Crete experiences!! We chose to do the winery and olive oil mill tours which were both phenomenal! The Stilianou Winery property was beautiful with olive and grape vines creating an idyllic setting. The wine tasting offered exposure to several greek grape varieties and be sure to try the yummy cheese plate pairing! The Politakis Olive Oil Mill tour and tasting gave us so much appreciation for quality EVOO varieties and the interesting production process. In between stops, George provided an insightful overview of Crete and Minoan history both real and mythological! We appreciated our informative and tasty day in Crete!

5Hour Safari Tour in Crete(Heraklion)with Quad,Jeep,Buggy & Lunch

Vanessa_G, Oct 2026

Exploring Crete

What an amazing time! The guides were amazing and had fun attitudes that makes the whole group get in a good mood. The ride at times was on the street and sometimes off road. I felt the guide in front always had an appropriate pace to make it fun but also safe. It was truly a great way to see this portion of the island. The lunch provided at a local taverna was also very delicious! Thank you for such a great time(:

Knossos & Lasithi Plateau: Zeus Cave, Villages, Olive Oil Tour

E3425UJsteffens, Oct 2026

Super and anytime again.

It was a great excursion. Planned as an English-speaking trip, the tour guide turned out to be German-born, who was able to help us out in German more than once with our poor English skills. He was not only super informative, but also very, very nice and friendly. It doesn't get any better than this.

Private Tour-Knossos Palace Zeus Cave Pottery Olive Mill & Wine

Jolanta_V, Oct 2026

Our excursion was...

Our excursion was excellent, despite the weather at the time. Our guide, Spyros, provided a fascinating introduction to Cretan culture. We recommend this tour to anyone visiting Crete, whether for the first time or as a returning visitor. Thank you very much!

Knossos - Zeus Cave - Old Traditional Villages-Olive Oil Factory

Ingvild_L, Oct 2026

So much fun!

Amazing experience. Stavros was an incredible guide. We felt welcomed the instant he pulled in to the driveway of the hotel. The tour was perfectly planned with lots of stops. I took my 15 year old niece, who loved the tour (one of her interest are greek mythology). Seeing the cave was her highlight. This is worth every penny. When I return to Crete I will book a tour with this company again🤩

Knossos & lasithi plateau villages,Zeus's cave&olive oil Mill

John_O, Sep 2026

An outstanding day with Mike!

We had an absolutely wonderful day touring Crete with Mike! The tour was exceptionally well organized and perfectly timed, allowing us to experience so much without ever feeling rushed. Mike’s commentary throughout the day was excellent—informative, interesting, and full of great insight into the history, culture, and traditions of Crete. Visiting Knossos Palace, the Lasithi Plateau, the charming mountain villages, the olive oil tasting, and Zeus’s Cave gave us such a wonderful variety of experiences. The lunch stop was also excellent. The restaurant Mike chose was fantastic, with great food and a beautiful setting. Lunch was at our own expense, but it was absolutely worth it. The comfortable mini bus made the long day very enjoyable, and Mike was an excellent driver and guide. His knowledge, timing, and attention to detail really made the entire experience special. We highly recommend Mike to anyone wanting to see the highlights of Crete while also getting a genuine feel for the island and its culture. It was one of the best days of our trip!

Daily cruises to Dia Island with All -Inclusive Meal and drinks

Kettia_D, Sep 2026

Cool way to spend a day!

Great way to spend a Greek morning or afternoon.. This is just a boat trip to the island and back ...you will only see the island from the boat... unless you swim to it. For my favorite part! My crew was the best! It was my mom's first time on a boat and she enjoyed it very much! Thank you so much!

Palace of Knossos - Early Morning Ticket and avoid crowds

Mikheil_T, Jul 2026

Wonderful Experience with a Highly Knowledgeable Guide

I had a wonderful time on the Knossos tour! It lasted about an hour and a half and was incredibly informative from start to finish. Our guide was fantastic—so knowledgeable and passionate, which really brought the history to life. We also loved that we had some free time to explore the site on our own after the guided portion ended. Highly recommend this tour!

Heraklion: Dia Catamaran Cruise Mediterranean Meal & Water Fun

Sangita_S, Jul 2026

A must do trip highly recommended

Very good boat trip lots of activities, amazing food, and a great team on board. They were very attentive and brilliant at topping up our drinks and serving all food and giving us our instructions. Only downside is that even though they ask you to get there 20 minutes early as everybody else did, we had one small group that arrived 20 minutes later then our scheduled sailing time, which meant we were denied the extra 20 minutes out in the sea that we could’ve had and that we had all paid for. I think you are very clear that you will not wait for late passengers and I think you should honour that and respect to those who were there on time.

Sailing Trip to Dia with Snorkeling, Dining & Sunset Option

Alexandra2456, Jun 2026

The best experience for a boat ride

Great experience from beginning to end! We rented the boat for my bachelorette and everything was perfect. The boat was clean, the service excellent and the team very friendly and professional. We had an unforgettable day full of beautiful moments and the upcoming bride was excited. Thank you very much to Mr. Mario and Jason! I highly recommend them!

The Gourmet Wine Tour of Heraklion area

Katie_S, May 2026

My boyfriend and I had an...

My boyfriend and I had an unforgettable wine tasting experience in Crete with Pierre as our guide. From the moment the tour began, Pierre made us feel welcomed and immersed in the local culture. His knowledge of wine was incredible, but what truly made the experience special was how passionately he shared the history, traditions, and stories of Crete along the way. Every winery we visited felt thoughtfully chosen, and Pierre created such a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere throughout the day. We learned so much about the wines, the region, and the people behind them, while also getting to enjoy breathtaking scenery and amazing hospitality. This was far more than just a wine tasting — it was a memorable cultural experience that I will never forget. If you’re visiting Crete and want something authentic, personal, and truly special, I cannot recommend Pierre highly enough.