Top 10 Day Trips from in Hersonissos, Crete

A perfect alternative for people who find Samaria too early or too far. A good balance between hiking and walking. Even children love this adventurous hike. In 2000 we, Eye Travel, discovered a gorge near Hersonissos and started organising tours in small groups (max 20 pers) through this gorge guided by one of the Eye Travel team. This gorge is about 8 km long, takes around 3,5 hours and has some obstacles on the way down. You will see untouched nature, some birds of prey, vultures,... The real Cretan flora and fauna. You can book this tour exclusively with us, Eye Travel. See some of the pictures to get an impression. After the walking/hiking part, we bring you to a traditional taverna, to use the toilet and enjoy a small lunch. The unique change to relax and to share your experience with your guide and the group. This tour is a must when you are on Crete ! Real nature. Rock formation. Discover your own limits.

Inclusions: Pick up / drop off (20 km around Hersonissos), Gasoline, Insurance, Guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Lunch

Exclusions: Drinks

Uncover Crete’s beautiful mainland on this full-day 4x4 safari, led by two expert guides. Get behind the wheel of a 4-seater all-terrain vehicle, and set off in a convoy through the verdant Cretan countryside. Pass by picturesque villages and endless vineyards, pausing every now and then to take photos and learn about the island. Soak up the mountain views at the idyllic village of Gonies, then tuck into a tasty lunch in Kastelli. End your tour with an exhilarating off-road ride to Gournes Beach on the north coast.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Two local guides, Transport by air-conditioned vehicle, Safety briefing, Transport by 4x4 vehicle, Lunch with drink

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

This tour gives you the opportunity to explore the Real Crete away from the tourist resorts with amazing views, Lasithi Plateau the biggest one in Crete located at an altitude around 900 m above the sea level, visit old traditional villages where time seems to have stopped long ago , visit an olive oil factory where we learn how olive oil is made now and how used to be made with the old machines,enjoy a Cretan traditional meal, visit old wind mills and of course the Cave on the where Zeus was born .( I hope Zeus will be there when we visit him because last time I visited he had gone to the Olympus mountain). Acacia Tours MHTE 1039e60000115201

Inclusions: Private transportation, Coffee, water , juices .

Exclusions: Entrance fees at the Zeus Cave 6 euro , entrance fee at the Monastery 2 euro., Lunch

You are the whole day, with your Eye Travel guide, inside the countryside of Crete. The roads are almost all off road, the chance to see the real inland of Crete! We drive through the mountains towards the grape yards of the wine areas, passing small villages, through a river bed, sheltered by bamboo, a lot of nature. Crossing the river where we may have some water flowing in the months April, May and again from half of September. One of the highlights is a visit of a cave. We stop in a very authentic mountain village, on the square next to the church, for a coffee. We continue our trip along several small villages, on dirt tracks and through the green nature and herbs, passing olive groves and grape fields. We stop for lunch in a very small mountain village with a spectacular beautiful view. After lunch we drive through a mountainous area. On the way down we see a magnificent view of the north coast of Crete. We end this interesting day with a swim in the refreshing sea. Join us!

Inclusions: Pick up / drop off (20 km around Hersonissos), Gasoline, Insurance, Guide, Jeeps, Visit cave, Lunch

Exclusions: Drinks coffee stops, Extra drinks lunch

Your Eye Travel guide let you discover with a minibus the Cretan way of life. The first stop is at an olive oil factory where we are welcomed by the owner. He guides us through the factory and teach us all about the olive oil process. After the olive oil factory, we continue up the mountains to a small and authentic Cretan mountain village. Your Eye Travel guide gives you a tour through the streets of the real, daily Cretan life. After this, it's time to teach the secrets of a Cretan kitchen with fresh and local ingredients and herbs from his own garden. And we take you on a small tour of the village. The cooking lessons are very important; what you make, you will eat, so be sure not to burn your food! This authentic day will be held at a picturesque restaurant with a spectacular view. You are then free to enjoy your lunch, after which, we head back to your hotel.

Inclusions: Pick up / drop off (15 km around Hersonissos), Gasoline, Driver/guide, Guided tour olive oil factory, Cooking lessons: Greek salad, dolmades, dakos, tzatziki, meatballs, loukoumades, Lunch, Insurance, Guided tour in an authentic mountain village

Exclusions: Drinks during the cooking lessons, Extra drinks lunch

You are the whole day, with your Eye Travel guide, inside the countryside of Crete. The roads are almost all off road, the chance to see the real inland of Crete! We drive through the mountains towards the grape yards of the wine areas, passing small villages, through a river bed, sheltered by bamboo, a lot of nature. Crossing the river where we may have some water flowing in the months April, May and again from half of September. One of the highlights is a visit of a cave. We stop in a very authentic mountain village, on the square next to the church, for a coffee. We continue our trip along several small villages, on dirt tracks and through the green nature and herbs, passing olive groves and grape fields. We stop for lunch in a very small mountain village with a spectacular beautiful view. After lunch we drive through a mountainous area. On the way down we see a magnificent view of the north coast of Crete. We end this interesting day with a swim in the refreshing sea. Join us!

Inclusions: Pick up / drop off (20 km around Hersonissos), Gasoline, Insurance, Guide, Jeeps, Lunch, Visit cave

Exclusions: Drinks coffee stops, Extra drinks lunch

With a minibus your Eye Travel guide shows you the Spinalonga island and other interesting places. Our first stop is in Agios Nikolaos where we have a fantastic view over the "Bottomless lake". You have some free time for a coffee and a stroll along the most eastern main city of Crete. After passing Elounda it is time for SPINALONGA, the last leper colony of Europe. A typical Cretan fishing boat brings you to the island, this takes no more than 10 minutes. On the island you make a tour. After finishing the trip on Spinalonga, a fishing boat brings you back to the small village of Plaka. Plaka is a tiny harbor, so the unique opportunity to eat fresh fish. After our lunch we are heading to an olive oil factory. You get a guided tour through the factory. All facts about olive oil, the pressing methods and grades of olive oil are explained. At the end of the tour you can taste different olive oils and other local products.

Inclusions: Pick up / drop off (15 km around Hersonissos), Gasoline, Insurance, Driver/guide, Air-conditioned minibus, Boat trip to and from Spinalonga, Guided tour in the olive oil factory

Exclusions: Drinks coffee stop Agios Nikolaos, Entrance Spinalonga (8 euro per person, Reduced admission 4 euro per person), Lunch

The day begins with a pickup from your Eye Travel guide in our minibus which we drive firstly up in the mountains to the vineyards of the winery. It is an amazing place surrounded by the vineyards. We start with a guided tour through the vineyards, barrels and an old wine press. Now it is time for the wine tasting where we try 6 different Cretan wines. Every wine guided with a professional explanation so you will really experience the full flavors. After the wine tasting we go to a traditional Cretan restaurant where also the workers of the wine area eat and you will enjoy a traditional Cretan lunch with ... local wine. We follow the mountain roads through the vineyards to the pottery where the owner shows us how to make pots. After it's your turn to give it a try. Also a perfect place to buy some small souvenirs at wholesale price.

Inclusions: Pick up / drop off (15 km around Hersonissos), Gasoline, Insurance, Driver/guide, Air-conditioned minibus, Tour vineyards, barrels and old wine press, Water, paximadi (hard bread) and olives during the wine tasting, Wine Tasting (6 wines), Demonstration Pottery

Exclusions: Extra drinks lunch, Lunch

Family Fun! Spend a special day in one of the largest water parks on Crete. The water park offers over 50 different slides, games and facilities. Friendly and helpful staff awaits you.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Entrance Fees

Exclusions:

You are the whole day, with your Eye Travel guide, inside the countryside of Crete. The roads are almost all off road, the chance to see the real inland of Crete! We drive through the mountains towards the grape yards of the wine areas, passing small villages, through a river bed, sheltered by bamboo, a lot of nature. Crossing the river where we may have some water flowing in the months April, May and again from half of September. One of the highlights is a visit of a cave. We stop in a very authentic mountain village, on the square next to the church, for a coffee. We continue our trip along several small villages, on dirt tracks and through the green nature and herbs, passing olive groves and grape fields. We stop for lunch in a very small mountain village with a spectacular beautiful view. After lunch we drive through a mountainous area. On the way down we see a magnificent view of the north coast of Crete. We end this interesting day with a swim in the refreshing sea. Join us!

Inclusions: Pick up / drop off (20 km around Hersonissos), Jeeps, Gasoline, Guide, Lunch, Insurance, Visit cave

Exclusions: Drinks coffee stops, Extra drinks lunch