{"id":7634,"date":"2022-04-29T00:04:18","date_gmt":"2022-04-29T00:04:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/marcopologuidedtours.com\/?p=7634"},"modified":"2022-09-21T03:51:58","modified_gmt":"2022-09-21T03:51:58","slug":"best-guided-tours-in-heraklion-greece","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marcopologuidedtours.com\/europe\/greece\/heraklion\/best-guided-tours-in-heraklion-greece\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Guided Tours in Heraklion, Greece"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Take a dip in the sea and take off your shoes on a 4.5-hour trip from Heraklion to Dia Island. Enjoy a complete buffet and time to dive, fish, or take a stroll through the cedar woods.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t The Palace of Knossos is a must-see for anybody interested in Greek history. Afterwards, utilize the same ticket to access the Heraklion Archaeological Museum.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t The world's oldest palace, Knossos Palace, can be seen hassle-free thanks to a skip-the-line ticket and an engaging self-guided audio tour on your smartphone. Put on your headphones and immerse yourself in the story of your surroundings.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t Day trips from Heraklion Harbor to Santorini are a wonderful way to see the island. After you arrive, you can take a guided tour in an air-conditioned van to see the best parts of Fira on your own. <\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t With a combined e-ticket, you can get into both the Palace of Knossos and the Heraklion Archaeological Museum without waiting in line. Take in the sights at your own speed with audio tours.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t On this one-day excursion, you'll explore the beautiful town of Agios Nikolaos and the quaint village of Elounda. It's possible to learn about the fort's history on a boat ride.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t Take a quad safari to see places that you wouldn't otherwise be able to see. Experience breathtaking vistas and pristine landscapes. Get to know the people who live in the ghost town and marvel at the old monuments that dot the landscape.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t Take a sea kayaking journey from Karteros beach to the Boufos sea cave. Views of Monocharakos Island, the sun, and a traditional Cretan \"meze\" are all things to look forward to (snack).<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t Take a full-day boat trip to Dia Island on a skippered sailing boat.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t One of the most stunning beaches in Greece may be seen on a wonderful voyage to the western portion of Crete. Visit the island of Gramvousa and the Balos lagoon on your way.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t On a guided tour, discover what daily life is like in Heraklion, the capital of Crete. Visit Liberty Square and the Municipal Library before going shopping and visiting Cretaquarium.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t The Minoan Palace of Crete is one of the world's most awe-inspiring landmarks. You can skip the lines and go straight into the ancient Minoan ruins with the help of a guide who will be waiting for you at the entrance to Knossos Palace. <\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t From Heraklion, take a 5-hour coach tour of Crete's north-west coast. Visit Chania, Rethymno, and the beaches of Crete. Lake Kournas' protected wetlands are a great place to look for endangered kinds of wildlife.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t Discover one of Europe's most stunning gorges. Trek along the historic Taras River, one of Crete's most beautiful trails.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t Explore the ancient city of Knossos on a one-day bus trip from Chania. Among the many things to see and do while in Crete are the Palace of Knossos, the Archaeological Museum, and more.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t Embark on an 8-hour safari across Crete's picturesque countryside in a Land Rover and follow the ancient Minoan Path. A BBQ lunch with limitless wine is the perfect way to take in the surrounding scenery on the Lassithi Plateau. Discover lovely towns and other fascinating places.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t You may spend a whole day observing the incredible variety of marine life in the Mediterranean. More than 2,000 aquatic animals, such as sharks, jellyfish, sea turtles, and more, can be found here. Explore some of Crete's most biodiverse places by exploring the seas beneath the surface.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t On a guided quad bike tour from Hersonissos, experience the mountains of Crete. Discover picturesque gorges and charming villages along the way. Visit a local bar for a typical home-cooked supper and more.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t Experience the island of Crete in a Land Rover for a full day. You'll journey to Lassithi, where you'll be awed by old legends and breathtaking scenery! On the Lassithi Plateau, you'll also have a BBQ meal and unlimited wine!<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t This picturesque and historic island is where Turkish, Saracen, and Venetian history collide in a unique way. Shop for souvenirs, take in some culture, and relax by the beach.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t You're picked up outside your hotel by a minibus and driven to Heraklion's port, where the boat departs at 9 a.m. local time. The captain of the ship will share some of the island's history and secrets on the journey to the island. Once you've arrived at Saint George Bay, you have the option of taking a walk to the nearby church or simply relaxing on the beach as you snorkel, swim, or sunbathe. Afterwards, it's time for lunch and a taste of the delectable Cretan cuisine cooked by the ship's captain. Before heading back out to sea, we'll take a short break for lunch. As the boat returns to Heraklion's harbor at around 15:30, the city is seen from an entirely new perspective. The minibus is waiting for you at the port to take you back to your lodgings.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t