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What to do and see in Heraklion, Crete: The Best Multi-day Tours
Heraklion (/hɪˈrækliən/; Greek: Ηράκλειο, Irákleio, pronounced [iˈraklio]) is the largest city and the administrative capital of the island of Crete. It is the fourth largest city in Greece. According to the results of the 2011 census, the population of the city proper was 140,730 inhabitants, the municipality's was 173,993 while the Heraklion urban area has a population of 225,574 and it extends over an area of 684.3 km (264.2 sq mi).
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1. 3-Day Independent Island Hopping from Crete Including Santorini and Mykonos
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4.0 based on 2 reviews
Island hopping is practically a national pastime for Greeks and the people who love their land and culture. And with this 3-day trip, you too can fashionably hop from island to island – from Crete to Santorini to Mykonos – getting the best of the best at each spot. The stress of buying high speed catamaran tickets and booking taxis from hotel to ferry is taken care of. You only need to think about the good time you're going to have. During the ample amounts of free time, explore each island, eat at local tavernas and sleep in comfortable three- or four-star hotels on each island, depending on option selected.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Breakfast, 2 nights accommodation, Transfers in each visited island
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified, City Tax" will be payable by the guest upon check out (€1,50 tax levy, per room per night on 3 star hotels & €3,00 tax levy, per room per night on 4 star hotels)
2. Best of Crete (3-days Tour package)
Explore Crete, with all your senses! Best of Crete (3-Days Tour package). The tour is executed ONLY from Heraklion district, with the assistance of your private professional tourist guide. • Day 1:The Minoans - We visit Knossos palace, the Archaeological Museum and walking the historical city of Heraklion. • Day 2:Wild Crete - City of Rethymno, its landmarks, culture and character. You will continue the tour of the city of Rethymno through the narrow Venetian streets you also have the opportunity to taste smell virgin olive oil, spices and herbs…Cretan old-style wine is a thing unto itself. We continue to visit the beautiful traditional village of Margarites one of the ancient pottery centers of Crete! • Day 3:Coastal Crete - The Eastern side of Crete, enjoy the mountain ridges, beautiful countryside and sea on route. Seeing Elounda, Spinalonga island and Ag.Nikolaos.
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Snack Tasting
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified
Reviewed By maritad895
This tour was one of the highlights of my trip to Crete last month. The tour guide Joanna has an obivious indepth knowledge of the history of Crete and the Minoan period. She not only brought Knossos to life with vivid clarity, (the art, the way of life) but could answer all our questions regarding the period. She made the tour both entertaining and educational. I would not hesitate to recommed Joanna as a tour quide and look forward to going on another tour with her when next I visit Crete.
3. Exploring Crete
Whether your visit is for relaxation or you are looking forward to exploring and discover the many well-known and countless hidden treasures of Crete, this captivating eight-day tour will satisfy all your desires. Get in touch with the rich Greek culture and impressive history while admiring the diversity of the landscape – the rugged mountains, endless beaches, turquoise seas, as well as enchanting cities, towns and villages. Join this memorable tour and explore one of the most beautiful islands in Europe.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Operated with English -Speaking guides on shared basis, 7 nights' accommodation , Air-conditioned shared transportation throughout the tour. , Inbound/Outbound transfers from/to Heraklion Airport, All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: the Archaeological sites and the, boat trip (shared basis) to the island of Spinalonga ex/to Elounda village; Land Rover Tour, including BBQ lunch with unlimited wine , Meet & Greet on arrival at Heraklion Airport
Exclusions: Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme, Flight tickets or visa fees, Airport taxes for domestic and international flights, Gratuities for driver and guide, Optional tours , Overnight city tax for the hotel overnights effective from January 1st 2018, Clients will have to pay the TAX on the spot at the hotels. , Zeus' cave entree fee.
Reviewed By littleloudone03
After a long two days of flights, it was great to be picked up from the Airport and taken to the hotel. At first it was hard to find the driver at the Airport due to many transfers in the arrivals area but the contact person was able to find my driver and direct him to where I was. My driver was Alex and ht was very polite and helpful in explaining the areas we were traveling to giving me a great first impression of Athens. His driving through the narrow streets in the Plaka was impressive. He was very professional and a great representative for the company.
4. The Labyrinth of Crete
To Greeks, Crete is the Megalonissi (Great Island), a hub of spectacular ancient art and architecture. Fabled as the land of King Minos, it is a unique world where civilization is counted by the millennium. From every point of view, travellers discover landscapes of amazing variety. Mountains split with deep gorges and honeycombed with caves rise in sheer walls from the sea. Snow-capped peaks loom behind sandy shorelines, vineyards, and olive groves. Miles of beaches, some with a wealth of amenities and others isolated and unspoiled, fringe the coast. Join us to discover the Palace of Knossos, explore Spinalonga island, admire Lassithi Plateau and much more during this memorable five-day tour of the island.
Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Operated with English- speaking guides , 4 Nights' accommodation, Air-conditioned transportation for outbound and inbound transfers from/to Heraklion airport, and during the excursions mentioned in the program., All Entrance fees to the Archaeological sites and the boat trip (shared basis) to the island, of Spinalonga/ Elounda village, Landrover Tour: Pick – up from hotel, experienced & informative drivers, BBQ Lunch with unlimited, wine, fuel and insurance., Meet and Greet on arrival at Heraklion airport
Exclusions: Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme, Flight tickets or visa fees, Airport taxes for domestic and international flights, Gratuities for driver and guide, Optional tours , Overnight city tax for the hotel overnights effective from January 1st 2018, Clients will have to pay the TAX on the spot at the hotels. , Zeus Cave entrance fee
Reviewed By littleloudone03
After a long two days of flights, it was great to be picked up from the Airport and taken to the hotel. At first it was hard to find the driver at the Airport due to many transfers in the arrivals area but the contact person was able to find my driver and direct him to where I was. My driver was Alex and ht was very polite and helpful in explaining the areas we were traveling to giving me a great first impression of Athens. His driving through the narrow streets in the Plaka was impressive. He was very professional and a great representative for the company.
5. Venetian Crete
Join this memorable four-day tour that gives you the opportunity to discover fascinating Crete, learn about its history and mythology, admire its beauty, and indulge in the incredible local cuisine. Visit the Palace of Knossos and learn about the Minoan civilization, stroll the beautifully arranged streets and alleys of Crete´s capital, explore Agios Nikolaos, enjoy an unforgettable boat trip to explore the surroundings and get closer to the mesmerising countryside, while visiting Elounda, a picturesque fishing village that will conquer your heart.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Operated with qualified local English speaking guide on a shared basis on Day 2 and 3, Air-conditioned shared transportation on Day 2 and 3 , Inbound/Outbound air-conditioned shared transfers from/to Heraklion Airport, All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: the Archaeological sites of Knossos,, Archaeological Museum, the boat trip (shared basis) to the island of Spinalonga, Spinalonisland tour, Meet & Greet on arrival at Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport Heraklion
Exclusions: Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme, Flight tickets or visa fees, Airport taxes for domestic and international flights, Gratuities for driver and guide, Overnight city tax for the hotel overnights effective from January 1st 2018, Clients will have to pay the TAX on the spot at the hotels.
Reviewed By littleloudone03
After a long two days of flights, it was great to be picked up from the Airport and taken to the hotel. At first it was hard to find the driver at the Airport due to many transfers in the arrivals area but the contact person was able to find my driver and direct him to where I was. My driver was Alex and ht was very polite and helpful in explaining the areas we were traveling to giving me a great first impression of Athens. His driving through the narrow streets in the Plaka was impressive. He was very professional and a great representative for the company.
