Day Trips & Excursions in Heraklion

Escape the city for a day with excursions to the landmarks, coastlines, and countryside nearby in Heraklion. Heraklion — explore heraklion — is one of our most-booked destinations for it. We list 14 day trips & excursions you can book online with instant confirmation and free cancellation up to 24 hours before you go. Travelers here also love uncharted east crete & local secrets private tour from heraklion and secrets of west crete & rethymno town private tour from heraklion.

Local man smoking traditional cigarette in East Crete village
Heraklion

Uncharted East Crete & Local Secrets Private Tour from Heraklion

$844
8 hours·Instant·5(7)
Couple viewing Rethymno's waterfront and minaret at sunset from the harbor
Heraklion

Secrets of West Crete & Rethymno Town Private Tour from Heraklion

$844
8 hours·Instant·5(9)
Rocky mountains of Crete visible under clear blue sky for custom jeep tours from Heraklion
Heraklion

Custom Jeep Tours: A Consummately Curated Odyssey from Heraklion

$1,165
7 hours·Instant·5(1)
Toddler in floral dress climbing ancient stone steps in Crete
Heraklion

Orthodox Crete Private Tour: In the Footsteps of the Apostle Paul from 55 AD

$844
8 hours·Instant·5(5)
Cave of Zeus entrance with dramatic rocky cliffs and natural light filtering through stone formations
Heraklion

Mythical Escape: Zeus Cave & Knossos Palace with Lassithi Plateau from Heraklion

$879
8 hours·Instant·5(51)
Two visitors overlook Minoan palace ruins and Cretan countryside from an ancient stone terrace
Heraklion

Ancient Palaces with Minoan Wine Routes & Iconic Matala Beach from Heraklion

$879
8 hours·Instant·5(11)
Sailboat anchored near Spinalonga Island fortress in Mirabello Bay, Crete
Heraklion

Luxuries of Mirabello with Spinalonga Island & Agios Nikolaos from Heraklion

$844
8 hours·Instant·4.6(7)
Woman standing under ancient stone columns in Crete with "Book Now" overlay for sightseeing tour
Heraklion

Western Crete Discovery: Chania, Rethymno, and Authentic Flavors from Heraklion

$844
8 hours·Instant·4.9(14)
Traditional windmills with white sails on Lassithi Plateau surrounded by wildflowers and mountains
Heraklion

Myths, Villages, and Olive Oil: Exploring Lassithi Plateau’s Secrets

$844
8 hours·Instant·5(2)
Woman doing yoga on Elafonisi pink sand beach with turquoise water and mountains
Heraklion

Your Tailored Elafonisi Private Day Tour from Heraklion

$844
8 hours·Instant·4.8(40)
Man gazing at Cretan landscape from Knossos Palace columned terrace overlooking vineyards
Heraklion

Minoan Crete from 3.000 BC: Knossos Palace & Museum with Wineries from Heraklion

$879
8 hours·Instant·5(14)
Professional chauffeur standing beside a modern Mercedes minivan in Heraklion, Crete
Heraklion

From Heraklion: Your Private Driver Chauffeur Service in Crete

$701
6 hours·Instant·5(18)
Woman in red hat at Knossos Palace stone archway overlooking Crete landscape
Heraklion

Through the Lens of Crete: Knossos, Legends, and Local Life from Heraklion

$879
8 hours·Instant·5(3)
Knossos Palace's iconic red columns and stone ruins under blue sky in Crete
Heraklion

Half Day Private Tour to Knossos Palace (Skip the line) & Panoramic City Tour

$689
4 hours and 30 minutes·Instant·4.7(2015)

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Day Trips & Excursions in Heraklion — FAQ

How much do day trips & excursions in Heraklion cost?

Prices vary by tour and group size. Every day trips & excursion on this page shows its starting price up front, and you can book online with no hidden fees.

Can I cancel a Heraklion tour booking?

Yes — most tours offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure. The exact policy is shown on each tour page before you pay.

Do I get instant confirmation?

Yes. Once you book, you receive an instant confirmation by email with everything you need for the day of your tour.