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The 15 Best Tours in Crete

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Every tour on the site, one page, the strongest first. These 15 are the trips that beat everything else on Crete right now: what each costs, how long it runs, and why it earns its place, with the full catalogue underneath if none of them quite fits your week.

From Kissamos Port: Boat Cruise to Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa

From Kissamos Port: Boat Cruise to Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa - Onboard experience: a ferry ride with real comforts

1.From Kissamos Port: Boat Cruise to Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 6,755 reviews · 7 hours · from $47Our pick

Cruise from Kissamos to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa for emerald swims, a Venetian fortress hike, and big Cretan views in one 7-hour day.

“We had SUCH a fun day on this trip, the boat crew were super nice & the beaches we visited were stunning. I took my 3year old & we did take a pram for her, but just be aware, you can't really take the prams onto the beaches as they're really stony. We left ours near the boat which was totally fine. Also make sure you have your ticket barcode ready for the boat beforehand as there is no wifi & queues can be long to get them at the ticket office. This was the best day of our trip by far & I got a fantastic tan ;)”

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Crete: Day Trip to Agios Nikolaos and Spinalonga Island

Crete: Day Trip to Agios Nikolaos and Spinalonga Island - Pickup to Coach Check-In Around Eastern Crete

From Chania: Full-Day Samaria Gorge Trek Excursion & Guide

From Chania: Full-Day Samaria Gorge Trek Excursion & Guide - Omalos breakfast: your real head start before the descent

3.From Chania: Full-Day Samaria Gorge Trek Excursion & Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,191 reviews · 9 - 12 hours · from $41

Tough Samaria Gorge hike from Chania with White Mountains scenery, Agia Roumeli sea time, and a ferry to Sougia.

“Sara was an excellent host and very thoroughly explained everything we needed to know prior to arriving at the gorge. The bus does stop at a cafe before entering the gorge so you will have an opportunity to get a sando or snack bars. Sara’s instructions were very clear and easy to follow & she was extremely knowledgeable. She gave us recommended times to hit each major checkpoint to ensure everyone kept pace within a manageable timeframe. The hike is almost entirely downhill and there are some extremely steep and slippery slopes. It is manageable if you are prepared.m: you absolutely need hiking boots w ankle support or sneakers with…”

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Agios Nikolaos: Boat Trip to Spinalonga with Swim Stop

Agios Nikolaos: Boat Trip to Spinalonga with Swim Stop - From Agios Nikolaos Port: The Part Where You Start Relaxing

4.Agios Nikolaos: Boat Trip to Spinalonga with Swim Stop

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,031 reviews · 4h 30m · from $29

Half-day boat trip from Agios Nikolaos to Spinalonga, with a 30-minute swim stop at Kolokitha Bay and guided fortress time.

“A really enjoyable day. The boat crossing and swimming were fantastic. The visit and talk on Spinalonga was so interesting. Our guide was so amazing and honest about the history of the island. Totally recommend, excellent value for money.”

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Heraklion: Dia Island Sailboat Cruise with Swimming and Meal

Heraklion: Dia Island Sailboat Cruise with Swimming and Meal - The sail out (about 1 hour): scenery plus a story

Crete: Knossos Palace Entry Ticket with Optional Audio Guide

Crete: Knossos Palace Entry Ticket with Optional Audio Guide - Getting In Without Headaches: E-Tickets and the Time-Slot Rules

From Chania: Day Trip to Elafonisi Island Pink Sand Beach

From Chania: Day Trip to Elafonisi Island Pink Sand Beach - Topolia Gorge and the Elos coffee-and-breakfast stop

Chania/Rethymno: Balos & Gramvousa With Pickup & Boat Ticket

Chania/Rethymno: Balos & Gramvousa With Pickup & Boat Ticket - Getting there from Chania: pickup, bus ride, and Kissamos Port

9.Chania/Rethymno: Balos & Gramvousa With Pickup & Boat Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,703 reviews · 9 - 12 hours · from $50

Full-day boat trip from Chania to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa, with pickup, cruise, swimming, snorkeling, and a Venetian castle hike.

“Nice trip to two popular destinations, we had quite enough time in each of them, considering how much the transportation takes. The ship had some food and drink options, and natural water was surprisingly cheap (0.6 eur per 0.5 l). Snacks are expensive in the port, better buy something in advance. Air conditioning wasn't regulated in the bus, it was cold inside (it was late September). The ship jumped a lot on the waves, so if you know you might be seasick, take some pills before it, the guide also offered them to us in the bus.”

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Crete: Rethimno, Chania, and Kournas Lake Day Trip

Crete: Rethimno, Chania, and Kournas Lake Day Trip - Rethymno Old Town: Ottoman and Venetian lanes in 90 minutes

10.Rethimno, Chania, and Kournas Lake Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,694 reviews · 10 - 14 hours · from $45

West Crete in one long day: Rethymno, Chania, and Kournas Lake, with hotel pickup, an English/German/French guide, and time to wander.

“Absolutely brilliant trip! The guide Elena was excellent - so friendly, knowledgeable and kept us all on track! A really brilliant way to combine three sights into the one day, superb value for money too!”

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From Rethymno: Samaria Gorge Full-Day Trek, Pickup & Guide

From Rethymno: Samaria Gorge Full-Day Trek, Pickup & Guide - The long-coach reality: pickup, Omalos breakfast, and your early start

Crete: Palace of Knossos E-Ticket and Audio Guide

Crete: Palace of Knossos E-Ticket and Audio Guide - Getting Around Knossos: How to Use the Map and Audio Together

From Rethymno: Half-Day Quad Bike Safari

From Rethymno: Half-Day Quad Bike Safari - Maroulas trails: off-road time with water, turns, and guided confidence

13.From Rethymno: Half-Day Quad Bike Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,444 reviews · 4 hours · from $70

Half-day quad bike safari from Rethymno in Crete: mountain off-road, shallow water, Café Gidospito coffee, Prassies snacks.

“Exhilarating trip on the quad bikes. The location and scenery was stunning. The guides were helpful and on hand if needed. Really enjoyed it!”

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Heraklion: Sailboat Cruise to Dia Island with Drinks & Lunch

Heraklion: Sailboat Cruise to Dia Island with Drinks & Lunch - Meeting Point and Timing: Marina Cafe Side Matters

Hersonissos: Jet Boat Tour with Snorkeling

Hersonissos: Jet Boat Tour with Snorkeling - How the full 1-hour runs: cruise, turns, then snorkeling

15.Hersonissos: Jet Boat Tour with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,385 reviews · 1 hour · from $53

Jet boat thrills in Hersonissos, then snorkeling in Saint George’s Bay’s clear water. 1 hour, includes gear and pickup.

“Our guide was so much fun and made us laugh a lot. It was cool to experience the jet boat and we got very wet from the quick turns. We were hoping to see more cool fish with the snorkelling but we didn’t get lucky this time”

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