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Amazonas Park and Glass Bottom Boat Tour

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Amazonas Park and Glass Bottom Boat Tour

It's all about Crete's wild side on this tour. You'll come face-to-face with monkeys, meerkats, lemurs, and more at Amazonas Park Nature Reserve and see...

4 to 8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

4 to 8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

4 to 8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

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~~$80.20~~
$79.20

Agios Nikolaos Spinalonga Plaka and Olive Oil Tour

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Agios Nikolaos Spinalonga Plaka and Olive Oil Tour

Embark on a captivating private tour of Eastern Crete, beginning with the Journey to gouves for an immersive experience at a family-run olive mill, where...

7 to 8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

7 to 8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

7 to 8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

~~$639.30~~
$638.30

Private Kourtaliotiko Waterfalls & Preveli Beach Tour

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Private Kourtaliotiko Waterfalls & Preveli Beach Tour

Discover the natural and cultural treasures of South Crete on this exclusive full-day private tour. Begin in the quaint village of Spili, where you can...

8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

~~$581.56~~
$580.56

Jeep Tour: Kourtaliotiko Gorge, Preveli & Spili Village

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Jeep Tour: Kourtaliotiko Gorge, Preveli & Spili Village

Your adventure begins in the impressive Kourtaliotiko Gorge, one of Crete's natural wonders. Our team will happily guide you to the hidden waterfalls deep in...

8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

5.0 (5)

~~$110.43~~
$109.43

Tuk Tuk Sissi Ride 2 hours private tour

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Tuk Tuk Sissi Ride 2 hours private tour

Join us for a fun and relaxing tuk tuk ride! We start at Malia’s lively beach road and head to the lovely village of Sissi....

2 hours • Free Cancellation

2 hours • Free Cancellation

2 hours • Free Cancellation

5.0 (19)

~~$56.96~~
$55.96

2 days Local Life Experience at Lassithi Plateau from Heraklion

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2 days Local Life Experience at Lassithi Plateau from Heraklion

2-Day Lasithi Plateau Experience for adults only – Live Like a Local, Taste, Discover & enjoy the Authentic Heart of Crete. Escape to the tranquil...

2 days • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

2 days • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

2 days • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

4.0 (1)

~~$107.01~~
$106.01

Catamaran Sailing Trip - All Inclusive

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Catamaran Sailing Trip - All Inclusive

Join a unique catamaran adventure from Heraklion to the beautiful, unspoiled Dia Island. Sail in comfort and style aboard a spacious catamaran, enjoying a relaxed...

5 to 6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

5 to 6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

5 to 6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

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~~$136.09~~
$135.09

Luxury Off-Road Safari Adventure in Crete

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Luxury Off-Road Safari Adventure in Crete

Explore the rugged beauty of Crete on a luxury off-road safari. This tour takes you through hidden villages and breathtaking mountain trails in a comfortable...

7 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

7 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

7 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

~~$349.82~~
$348.82

Daily cruises to Dia Island with All -Inclusive Meal and drinks

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Daily cruises to Dia Island with All -Inclusive Meal and drinks

Experience a Unique Sailing Adventure and savor our All-inclusive authentic Mediterranean menu, unlimited fragrant white wine, soft drinks and bottled water. The journey to the...

5 hours 30 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

5 hours 30 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

5 hours 30 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

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~~$75.60~~
$74.60

Cretan Wine Tasting Experience

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Cretan Wine Tasting Experience

What Makes Our Wine Tasting Experience Unique? Unlike typical wine tastings, our experience is a deep dive into Crete’s rich wine heritage, featuring exclusive local...

1 hour • Free Cancellation

1 hour • Free Cancellation

1 hour • Free Cancellation

5.0 (15)

~~$38.48~~
$37.48

Chania Old Town & Top Sights | From Heraklion, Rethymno & Chania

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Chania Old Town & Top Sights | From Heraklion, Rethymno & Chania

Explore Chania Old Town with scenic stops Enjoy a relaxed private day as your local Driver-Host shares stories of Crete’s history, culture and landscapes while...

6 to 10 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

6 to 10 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

6 to 10 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

5.0 (24)

~~$113.11~~
$112.11

Private Tour, Knossos Palace, Olive Oil, Pottery, Winery, Lunch

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Private Tour, Knossos Palace, Olive Oil, Pottery, Winery, Lunch

A Certified Guide for Knossos Palace is NOT INCLUDED What sets this tour apart is its **soul**—not just the stops, but the *why* behind them....

6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

~~$233.22~~
$232.22

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Sailing Trip to Dia Island – All Inclusive

V3647EHlouism, Jul 2026

A great experience!

The meeting place was easy to find and had clear direction. The guides were friendly and attentive and would check on us regularly while sailing. The sailing was smooth and had beautiful views.Dia itself had crystal clear waters, ideal for snorkelling, and the short walk to the church gave a lovely view of heraklion and the cove.Overall would definitely recommend a trip out as part of your holiday here.

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Sailing Trip to Dia Island – All Inclusive

madelinet300, Jul 2026

A nice day on the water

A wonderful sailing experience! The staff are wonderful and insightful. Lunch was great. the small group environment is ideal. I was a solo traveller and got along great with the other guests on board and the staff. The bay itself is quite busy, but there is lots of room for swimming and snorkelling without running into anyone else. The cost is reasonable for the service provided, and the duration of the visit is perfect, not too long and not too short. Overall, highly recommend.

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Catamaran Sailing Trip – All Inclusive

Martin_B, Jul 2026

Terrific day...

An excellent way to spend 6 hours. Crew were very friendly and welcoming. Great hospitality and the sailing and destination were excellent. My daughter and I had an amazing day. Highly recommend and great value. Would recommend the transfers, worth the extra cost.

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Daily cruises to Dia Island with All -Inclusive Meal and drinks

mridolfo, Jul 2026

Fabulous afternoon / evening cruise

We had a fabulous afternoon cruise. The trip was good value for money and the crew friendly and professional. There was plenty of time to swim and snorkel at St George’s Bay, where we stopped, and the food was tasty and plentiful. We were fortunate, as there were only 10 of us (guests), which meant there was enough room to sit and eat comfortably.Though not a major issue, the pick-up / meeting was a little chaotic, as multiple boats pick up from the same place at the same time. Head for the port side of the Marina Cafe and wait near the ‘Dia Island Meeting Point’.We saw plenty of fish, swam in clear waters, and ate and drank well. Highly recommended.

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Private-Chania+Rethimnon Old Towns-Kournas Lake-From Heraklion

Ian_R, Jul 2026

Stravos is a fantastic...

Stravos is a fantastic tour guide! More than worth the time, highly recommend taking his tours,very talented.

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Daily cruises to Dia Island with All -Inclusive Meal and drinks

redunderthebed, Jul 2026

Highly recommended sailing trip to Dia Island

We went with our teens and the trip was excellent. Small group of 12. Alex the skipper and Costas the mate. Sailed from Heraklion old port to Dia. There able to use snorkelling equipment and two paddle boards in the sheltered bay. Alex - he used to be a chef - cooked absolutely delicious shrimp linguine (available without shrimp too) a Greek salad fresh fruit and unlimited drinks including white wine. Sailed back at sunset. Good value for money and great fun.

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Jeep Tour: Kourtaliotiko Gorge, Preveli & Spili Village

694audreev, Jul 2026

Amazing and fun

We had such a great time. Our host was very friendly and knowledgeable about the places that we went.

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Chania Old Town & Top Sights | From Heraklion, Rethymno & Chania

juliananK6798GH, Jul 2026

Chania tour with George

The tour in Chania was great, George picked us up right on time at the port and took us to a beautiful olive grove where we had a tasting; after that we went to a monastery that had beautiful gardens. My favorite part was the old town tour with all the little shops; his recommendation for lunch was perfect & his knowledge of the history of the island and commentary were on point.

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Chania Old Town & Top Sights | From Heraklion, Rethymno & Chania

GoPlaces545394, Jul 2026

An Unforgettable Day Exploring Crete with George!

Our experience with SudSud Tours in Chania was absolutely outstanding! Our guide, George, was exceptional from start to finish. He was warm, patient, knowledgeable, and made us feel welcome throughout the entire day.The tour included everything that was promised and more. We enjoyed an excellent olive oil tasting, explored the beautiful island of Crete, and wandered through the charming Old Town of Chania, where George shared fascinating insights about the area’s history and culture.One of the highlights of the day was lunch at a traditional Greek seaside restaurant. The food was absolutely delicious, and the waterfront setting made the experience even more memorable. George joined us for lunch, making the experience feel personal and relaxed while answering our questions and sharing more about local life and traditions.The entire day was perfectly organized, never felt rushed, and allowed us to truly appreciate the beauty, history, and hospitality of Crete. If you’re looking for an authentic, well-planned, and enjoyable tour of Chania, I highly recommend SudSud Tours—and if you have the opportunity to tour with George, you’re in for a wonderful experience. Thank you for an unforgettable day!

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Catamaran Sailing Trip – All Inclusive

helenkJ4883FD, Jul 2026

It was great!

It was great! Friendly guys, nice catamaran, beautiful island and sea

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Tuk Tuk Sissi Ride 2 hours private tour

811ib, Jul 2026

A great tuk tuk tour !

Lovely private tour early evening. Guide ( lovely lady from the Neverland's ) was great ! Friendly and informative but not pushy . Time to stop and look round and taste honey and olive oil !

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Private-Chania+Rethimnon Old Towns-Kournas Lake-From Heraklion

T2027BQchrisb, Jun 2026

Best tour ever!!!!

I’d definitely recommend Explore Real Crete Tours to anyone visiting Crete! We had the pleasure of spending the day with Stavros, and he was hands down the best tour guide we could have asked for. From the moment we met him, he made the whole day fun, engaging, and full of laughter. His knowledge of Crete, its history, and local culture was incredible, and he shared it in such an entertaining way that you were never bored.We visited the stunning town of Chania, where we wandered through the beautiful Venetian-style back streets, stopped at a gorgeous lake, and explored the charming old town of Rethymno. Every stop was breathtaking, and Stavros made each place even more memorable with his stories and recommendations.You can really tell he loves what he does. He made everyone feel welcome and ensured we had an unforgettable experience.If you’re looking for an authentic, fun, and informative tour of Crete, look no further than Explore Real Crete Tours—and if you’re lucky enough to get Stavros as your guide, you’re in for an amazing day. Five stars just isn’t enough! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Tuk Tuk Sissi Ride 2 hours private tour

Debbie C, Jun 2026

Great trip amazing sunset

Roger was great fun, very informative, we had an amazing 2 hour ride

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Jeep Tour: Kourtaliotiko Gorge, Preveli & Spili Village

jill_m, Jun 2026

The trip was very good...

The trip was very good organized. Also the guide was very friendly. Even though the car broke down at the end we very much enjoyed the whole trip.

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Knossos Palace Museum and Heraklion City Private Tour

Sarah27sam, Jun 2026

Great airport transfers

Used Compass for our airport transfers. Would definitely recommend and use again. Cool bus, cold water and friendly driver. Thank you

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Psiloritis Mountain and Sfendoni Cave 4×4 Cretan Villages Tour

N99UJlisac, May 2026

Amazing day highly recommend

Had an amazing time views were gorgeous guide did a great job. Highly recommend.

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Palace of Knossos

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Archanes

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Georgiadis Park

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Heraklion Archaeological Museum

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Malia

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St. Titus Church (Church of Agios Titos)

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Kera Kardiotissa Monastery

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