Tours & activities in Crete

This excursion brings you to West Crete and our first stop in Chania, the most ravishing city of Crete. It was an important Minoan city and the “mother of the Cretan cities”, according to ancient writers. The city is divided in the Old City, with the gorgeous harbor and the New City, beyond its Venetian fortifications. The Old City is one of the most beautiful cities in the Mediterranean and is called “Venice of the East”. Kournas Lake, a beautiful habitat with natural freshwater. Lush greenery, steep cavities between hills, rare species of fish and birds, like eels, moorhens and two-color turtles, make Kournas the ideal place to enjoy a swim before our lunch or an early afternoon walk. Stop in Rethymno, the third biggest town on Crete, where monuments of the archaeological, Ottoman and Venetian eras coexist, in an extremely interesting way. Have a stroll in the alleys of the old town, visit the Turkish minarets and the Venetian fortresses or just enjoy the magnificent harbor.

Visit the most famous and popular of all attractions in Crete, the Palace of Knossos.

Enjoy this excursion to the prized national forest of Crete, the Samaria Gorge - the longest and most beautiful gorge in Europe.

Participate in a guided tour, exploring the town of Agios Nikolaos, followed by a sailing trip from the village of Elounda to the transparent waters of Kolokitha Bay for swimming and a BBQ meal. Continue your sailing trip to Spinalonga and find yourself admiring the history of the fort of the lepers.

Our bus wll pick you up early in the morning! We will have a short stop to see a cave. Our second stop will be at Elafonisi beach (4 hours) where you will have the chance to swim! On the way back we will have an 1 hour stop at Elos village for lunch! W will be back around 18:00.

Find out all about Cretans Culture and its secrets for a long life on a Day Trip Safari with our Land Rovers driven by expert English speaking guides

Ensure a hassle-free way to end your Crete vacation by pre-booking this private departure transfer from your Crete hotel to Heraklion Airport or Heraklion Port. When it’s time to leave the city, your professional and reliable driver will meet you at your hotel. Then, relax in a private, air-conditioned vehicle as you’re driven directly to the airport or port – it’s that easy!

Enjoy free time in this pretty town to explore the various little shops and enjoy the idyllic view overlooking the harbor and rolling green hills.

A beautiful day starts from Elounda with your final destination on the Spinalonga Island. Do not miss the opportunity to visit the leper island which is located in middle of Mirebello gulf, swim at the green clear sea, admire the view and explore the historical island.

Every day the "Black Rose" sails from the port of Chersonissos out onto the crystal clear Cretan sea.

Spend a relaxing day on the small island of Elafonisi and soak up the sun on a paradise beach in Crete. Get back to nature on a day trip from Heraklion .Get at least 4 hours to relax and swim in the crystal clear water. Laze in the sun, or go for a stroll along the pink sand beach. Benefit from beach kiosks where you can purchase food and water to rehydrate and re-energize.

Combine a unique wine tasting, in one of the most famous winery of Crete, with the history and the traditions of the Island (Fridays).

A day you will always remember! See Crete, the way few people do! A full day Jeep Safari that gives the sensation of a real adventure. 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.

Immerse yourself in the mysterious Greek mythology on the Lasithi Plateau. In the valley of 1000 windmills you will discover the secrets of the Cretans.

The history and the culture of the island of Spinaloga became one with human tragedy in the course of time. It carries the history of Ancient Greece as it served as a natural guard for the ancient city of Olou, the history of the Saracens pirates, the history of the Venetians as their fortress, the history of the Turks as their settlement and the history of the Greeks as the place where their leper would be sent into exile until 1957.

Go beyond the usual and you will be left amazed by the idyllic ambiances of the uncharted East Crete. Enjoy your daytrip with maximum comfort and a premium chauffeured vehicle at your full-day disposal. Soak up the beauty and the authentic local lifestyle of the South-Eastern Crete which is basked in chic luxury amid beautiful nature sights without the hype and mass of tourists. Your local insider guide will engage you with traditional ancient villages, exquisite archaeological spots, easily accessible wild gorges with unspoiled natural beauty and breezy waterfalls, and Byzantine monasteries. Not to mention that the island unfolds its love for good food, thus you will receive the best recommendations for an authentic Cretan lunch at the most picturesque places!

Discover the westernmost tip of Crete on a scenic bus and boat trip to Gramvousa Island and Balos Bay. Dip your toes in the soft white sand of some of the most beautiful beaches you ever have seen!Upon arrival, climb aboard a boat and cross to Balos Bay at the northernmost tip of the peninsula. Relax on the 1-hour boat trip, and get 2.5 hours at Balos Bay to enjoy the soft white sands and unique blue and green waters of the lagoon.

Enjoy a 1-day bus excursion from Chania to Knossos. Visit the Palace of Knossos, the Archaeological Museum, the city of Heraklion and more.

Experience the world-famous archaeological site of Knossos Palace and the iconic Museum of Heraklion like a true VIP. Enjoy a personal pick-up and drop-off by your private local professional guide, with a premium vehicle at full-day disposal. You will receive skip-the-line accesses in all archaeological areas, key pieces of information and extra-personalized attention with maximum comfort and peace. In addition, you will unwind with a winetasting in an award-winning Cretan winery. At the end of the day, you will follow the scenic city trail through Heraklion's streets by visiting off-the- beaten-path eateries and tasting traditional local delicacies.

Experience the world-famous archaeological site of Knossos Palace and the iconic Museum of Heraklion like a true VIP. Enjoy a personal pick-up and drop-off by your private local professional guide, with a premium vehicle at full-day disposal. You will receive skip-the-line accesses in all archaeological areas, key pieces of information and extra-personalized attention with maximum comfort and peace. In addition, you will unwind with a winetasting in an award-winning Cretan winery. At the end of the day, you will follow the scenic city trail through Heraklion's streets by visiting off-the- beaten-path eateries and tasting traditional local delicacies.

A transfer service from and to Chania Airport via taxi, 9-seat bus, mini bus, or regular bus.

Our tour starts with a visit to the beautiful city of Heraklion.Heraklion is the largest city and the administrative capital of the island of Crete. It is one ofthe largest cities in Greece .The Venetians improved on the ditch of the city by buildingenormous fortifications, most of which are still in place, including a giant wall, in places up to40 m thick, with 7 bastions, and a fortress of Koule Chandax was renamed Candia andbecame the seat of the Duke of Candia, and the Venetian administrative district of Cretebecame known as "regno di Candia". Main sightseeing’s of the tour : open-air market, thethe Venetian Loggia, and the Cathedral of St Minas or the Church of St. Titus and the 25thAugust street which links the port, the Marina and the Castle of Koules with the heart of thecity and a main open air market. We end up in Lion’s square where we taste bougatsacheese pie along and Greek coffee.

Come with us and discover the West of Crete!

Explore a winery, it's gardens and cellars on the way to meet a world-renowned local ceramist. Later, you will sit down to enjoy a meze lunch and wine pairing in his restored Venetian home and atelier.

Our tour to Lassithi is an unforgettable trip in the heart of Crete, through legends, myths, history, culture and breathtaking nature not touched by touristic development.