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Best Day Trips from Crete

Minoan ruins, mountain villages, gorge hikes, taverna nights on the sea. Curated day-trip ideas from Crete — sights you can comfortably see and return for dinner. All bookable through Viator.

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Day trips from Crete

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Crete Shore Trip & Knossos Palace from Heraklion (Iraklion) Port

Discover the best of Crete on this top-rated shore excursion, perfect for cruise passengers docking at Heraklion Port.

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Half-day

From $57 a person

7h 30m

All Inclusive Full-day Private Tour of Crete Villages from Chania

Discover the heart of Crete on this all-inclusive private tour, designed to immerse you in the island’s charm, traditions, and stunning landscapes.

5.0★ · 86 reviews
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From $163 a person

Boat Trip in Crete with Guided Snorkeling and Free Pick up!

Explore the Best of Crete’s Waters – Discover crystal-clear seas, hidden coves, and vibrant marine life that make Crete one of the top snorkeling destinations in the world.

4.7★ · 277 reviews
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From $105 a person

11h to 12h

Day Tour to Santorini Island from Heraklion Crete

Santorini, the gem of Cyclades.

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From $221 a person

Falasarna Beach Day Trip from Rethymno with Hotel Pickup

Falasarna Beach offers a perfect getaway, combining relaxation and exploration.

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From $34 a person

Full-Day Trip to Chania from Rethymno

The bus departs around 09:00 from Rethymno for the drive to Crete’s capital city of Chania, the most beautiful town on the island.

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From $29 a person

Zeus Cave - windmills of Lasithi Plateau

Full-Day Small-Group Tour in Crete with Zeus Cave Visit

INTO THE PATHS OF THE GODS Discovery to the traditional life of Crete and visiting the cave of Zeus! Start by visiting to a traditional paddock where we will see the milking of...

Top-rated · 4.9★
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From $98 a person

4h 30m

Private Day Trip From Crete Discover Santorini's Charms

Discover Santorini's Charms: Private Day Trip from Crete stands out as a personalized journey tailored to your preferences.

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From $197 a person

10h

Day Trip Elafonisi Island From Chania Guided with Honey Tasting

Up to the south-westernmost point of the island, in one of the most spectacular and unexpected locations on the island is where we will spend the day.

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From $33 a person

12h

Full-Day Santorini Island Trip from Crete

Begin your journey at the departure port, where a kiosk and on-site staff are available to assist you.

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From $226 a person

Imbros Gorge Adventure Day Trip from Chania

Imbros Gorge is located in province Sfakia and is the second largest gorge in Crete, following Samaria Gorge.

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From $33 a person

3h to 5h

SAILING DAY 4.5h-5h or SUNSET 3h-4.5h from Hersonissos CRETE

The minibus picks you up outside your hotel and takes you to the port in Gouves, where the boat leaves.

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From $105 a person

10h

Preveli Beach and Plakias Full-Day Trip From Rethymno

Get introduced to some of the best beaches on the south coast of Crete on a guided day trip to Plakias and Preveli Beach.

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From $29 a person

10h

From Chania Areas Trip to Arkadi Margarite and Rethymno City Tour

The Arkadi Monastery is the most important and historic Venetian church in Crete’s history.

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From $43 a person

4h to 6h

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

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...

5.0★ · 87 reviews
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From $72 a person

Santorini Full-Day Tour from Heraklion Crete

This tour offers an amazing opportunity to tourists that stay in Heraklion, Crete to visit Santorini and have a full-day tour around the island.

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From $175 a person

6h 30m

Elafonisi Beach Shore Trip from Chania/Souda: Crete's Pink Wonder

Step into our air-conditioned minivan for a journey to Elafonisi Beach, a stunning destination in Europe, famous for its pink coral sand and crystal-clear waters.

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Full-day

From $80 a person

Crete Wine and Olive Oil Tour

Wine tour to a family winery, an olive oil factory and magnificent places to admire the nature’ s miracle…

Top-rated · 4.8★
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From $140 a person

9h to 12h

West Crete Tour from Heraklion: Rethymno-Chania-Kurnas

• The city of Chania is one of the cultural centers of Greece, located at the foot of the majestic White Mountains.

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From $59 a person

1h 30m

HORSE RIDING 1.5 hours mountains from area Hersonissos CRETE

Get to know the wild beauty of this island on the back of a horse!

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From $17 a person

2h to 3h

Crete: Private Taxi & Transfer from Chania to Heraklion

We are a family run business that was created to offer the visitors and residents of Crete, reliable, comfortable and fast transport services from and to Airports and Ports.