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Attractions, excursions and cruises in Crete. Choose the resort or region of Crete from which you plan to travel.

What to see in Crete

The largest and the southernmost island of Greece, Crete is shrouded in all kinds of legends and myths. Antique remains are everywhere and testify to a rich historical past. Ancient streets, imposing fortresses, secluded coves and beautiful nature make this island truly special. In Crete there are 4 regions, each of them charming and unique. In the metropolitan region of Heraklion, named after the mythical hero Herakles, you can visit probably the most famous attraction of Crete - the Palace of Knossos, the residence of King Minos and the center of the Minoan civilization. The Greek Venice - the city of Rethymno - welcomes guests with a majestic fortress Fortezza, and near Chania, with its diverse architecture and cozy streets, you will find the emerald of western Crete - Kourna Lake. In Lassithi you can find the legendary island of Spinalonga and the fantastically beautiful Lake Voulismeni.

Interesting things to see nearby

There are an incredible number of colorful places outside of the island. For example, go to admire the mind-blowing sunset and see beaches with black and even red sand on the most romantic island of Greece, Santorini. And the white and pink sand will enchant you in one of the most famous and beautiful bays - Balos, where you can swim in the waters of the three seas, washing Crete.

The most popular excursions of Crete

Every year, Crete is visited by many holidaymakers from all over the world. The high level of infrastructure and the beauty of the landscape, combined with the greatness of the historical and cultural heritage, guarantees an interesting holiday to every visitor to the island.

  • History-lovers will enjoy traveling around the southern part of the island and the Lassithi region.
  • The younger guests will definitely enjoy the journey to Crete Aquarium and the Minotaur's Maze for Kids.
  • Those who like to learn everything at once will love the sightseeing tour.
  • Capture the beauty of nature in the numerous photos during a trip to one of the best beaches in Europe - Vai, or visiting the shores of Lake Kourn.

The cost of excursions in Crete

The price for group and individual excursions in Crete ranges from €50 to €600, depending on the chosen destination and type of transport. To visit the palace of Knossos and the cave of Zeus with a group will cost €50, and to make an individual tour around the island by car with a guide will cost €550. A boat cruise to Gramvousa and Balos or a guided tour to Europe's deepest gorge of Samaria will cost €400.

The right way to travel in Crete

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Why individual tours

Group trips are not always able to fully satisfy the interests of holidaymakers, offering standard itineraries to famous places.

That is why the individual format of excursions is gaining popularity in recent years:

  • you can choose a suitable mode of transport;
  • Hackneyed standard routes - to the side: a plan of the trip is made only according to your wishes;
  • you can change the program even during the trip;
  • the need to be in the company of strangers and move after them to the places offered by the guide is a thing of the past;
  • You and your guide will decide on the time you want to see the sights and stay at the place you like, without being tied down to the need to catch the tour bus.

What to see on your own

With so many options for excursions in Crete, there are also plenty of places that you can see unaccompanied by a tour guide or tour group. Get romantic at the picturesque little village of Loutro in southwest Crete or at Agiofarago, a rocky beach in the south. Or you can stroll through the Biotopoi Nature Park, where endangered species of plants, animals and even spiders and scorpions are cared for.