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

By SunSud Tours
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is P 29,494 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Private & Personalized: Choose Your 6- or 4-Hour Itinerary
Perfect for Cruise Stops & Island Stays

Guaranteed on-time return to your ship

More than just stops — a guided cultural journey.

6-Hour Option: Choose Three (3) Authentic Experiences:

Knossos Palace | Olive Mill Tour & Tasting | Winery Tour & Tasting | Pottery Workshop & Monastery | Archaeological Museum & City Stroll | Arolithos Traditional Village | Or a place on your wish list

4-Hour Option: Choose Two (2) Authentic Experiences from the list above

Enjoy narrated drives through Heraklion, charming villages, and scenic landscapes between experiences. Discover authentic Cretan traditions, from pottery, wine, and olive oil to history and local culture, shaping life on the island today.

Exclusively for cruise guests arriving at Heraklion Port (there are 3 cruise ports on Crete)

Crete · Private Tour · Shore Excursion · From Heraklion Port · Day Trip · Noon · Afternoon · Evening

Activity location

    • Iraklio, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Iraklio, Greece

Check availability

4 Hours Tour

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

2 Picks from: Knossos | Olive Mill | Winery | Pottery Workshop + Monastery | Archaeological Museum + City Stroll | Traditional Village
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
P 25,055.87 x 1 AdultP 25,055.87
Paid at activityP 4,438.47
Total
Price is P 29,494.34
Until Thu, May 28

6 Hours Tour

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

3 Picks from: Knossos | Olive Mill | Winery | Pottery Workshop + Monastery | Archaeological Museum + City Stroll | Traditional Village
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
P 30,067.04 x 1 AdultP 30,067.04
Paid at activityP 4,438.47
Total
Price is P 34,505.51
Until Thu, May 28

What's included, what's not

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    Harbor, Hotel, or Meeting Point Pickup & Drop-Off
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    Onboard Wi-Fi and Fast Charger
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    Knowledgeable Local Driver-Host Fluent in English
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    Bottled water
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    Planning & Organization of your Personalized Tour
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    Fuel, Tolls, Taxes, and Fees
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    Hygiene Amenities and First Aid Kit
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    Private Transportation in a Comfortable Van
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    Olive Mill Visit & Local Products Tasting (Free Option Available!)
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    Winery Tour & Indigenous Wines Tasting from
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    Knossos Palace(Free: EU65)
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    Archaeological Museum Heraklion(Free: EU65)
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    Licensed Guide (multi-language, optional, extra charge)
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    Personal Expenses, Tips & Gratuities

Know before you book

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Knossos is optional; guests may select another experience instead
  • There are 3 cruise ports on Crete, but this tour operates exclusively from Heraklion Port
  • Your Driver-Host provides historical background, local context, and logistics throughout the day outside archaeological sites. Greek law requires a Licensed Guide for tours inside sites and museums; these can be arranged upon request for an in-depth visit.
  • Travelers from cruise ships should take the earliest possible option
  • Travelers should wear suitable shoes & clothes
  • For groups of 9 people or more, please contact us directly
  • Please note: During the winter season, operating times and the availability of certain options may differ
  • All ages are welcome, but only guests 18+ can participate in the wine tasting

Activity itinerary

Heraklion Prefecture

  • 6h
Experience the best of Heraklion Prefecture with a local insider, including family-run wineries, traditional pottery workshops, historic olive mills, and the vibrant Heraklion city center. Enjoy authentic Cretan culinary delights, wander charming villages, and visit historical landmarks — all on a fully flexible private tour where you choose the experiences that interest you most.

Location

Activity location

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    • Iraklio, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Iraklio, Greece

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