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Heraklion

The largest city on Crete and the starting point for exploring the legendary Minoan palace of Knossos.

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Greece · Historic Sites

Knossos Palace

The legendary palace of King Minos and the heart of Minoan civilization.

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Popular tours in Heraklion

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

Discover another Crete with professional and informative drivers. They will tell you about mythology, history, and anecdotes from their island. The Creta Safari excursion will show you…

4.8 (1,293 on Viator) 5 h Free cancellation listed

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

Quad Safari Tour Feel the adrenaline throughout our Quad Safari! Explore the Cretan nature with Dynamic Off–Road and breathtaking views! Feeding wild goats, hiking to the Cave of Milatos…

4.9 (590 on Viator) 5 h Free cancellation listed

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

Explore Knossos Palace, Lasithi Plateau & the legendary Zeus Cave in one unforgettable day. Discover authentic villages, mythology, and Cretan olive oil traditions. • Visit Knossos…

5.0 (432 on Viator) 8 h Private tour Free cancellation listed

Dia Island Sailing Cruise with Meal and Water Activities

Sail with us to the exotic Dia Island on our large and comfortable sailing yachts. Our journey begins at the Heraklion Old venetian port. After 1 hour of sailing, we arrive to Dia where…

4.7 (589 on Viator) 6 h Small group Free cancellation listed

Full-Day Jeep Safari Tour with Cooking Lesson

Become a local for a day! Discover with us the traditional Cretan life! Local activities - goat milking - cheese and local products tasting, local cooking classes, pottery classes and…

4.9 (347 on Viator) 9 h Free cancellation listed

Heraklion: Dia Catamaran Cruise Mediterranean Meal & Water Fun

Join us for a semi-private morning cruise from Heraklion aboard a sleek, modern catamaran. Your adventure begins with a warm welcome from our crew. As we sail to Dia Island, relax on…

4.9 (269 on Viator) 5 h Free cancellation listed

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