Discover the ancient Minoan palace with a private guide, skip the lines, and enjoy an intimate, insightful tour of Knossos in Crete.
Most Popular★ 4.9“Our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. The history of this place is amazing. It’s so interesting. We had a chance to ask lots of questions and learn a lot!”
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633 reviews1.5 hoursFrom $247by Vangelis Alefantinos
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Experience a private half-day sailing trip from Heraklion to Dia Island with snorkeling, swimming, fishing, and optional onboard meals, all in 4.5 hours.
★ 4.9“It was a lovely sailing experience. It was beautiful and well organised. The staff was very friendly and kind. The overall experience was amazing and would 10/10 recommend it!”
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466 reviews4.5 hoursFrom $459by SAILINGTRIPS.GR
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Discover Crete's highlights on this private full-day tour visiting Knossos, Lasithi Plateau, and Cave of Zeus—immersive, comfortable, and personalized.
★ 5.0“It was a very special tour, our guide Lefteris was very friendly, he gave us a lesson about the tourist attractions. It was very affectionate, we received several little gifts along the way. An incredible day!”
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176 reviews8 to 10 hours (approx.)From $544.43by Stagakis Grand Prestige
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Discover Crete’s best wines on this private SUV tour with visits to top wineries, historic wine press, tasting 12 wines, and enjoying a traditional three-course lunch.
★ 5.0“My husband and had a wonderful day driving the countryside to two wonderful wineries. Areti was a knowledgeable and friendly guide. Having worked at a winery for 5 years, she did a great job of choosing and describing wines. The wine pairing lunch at the…”
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165 reviews6 hours (approx.)From $272.21by Oinos Experience
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Experience authentic Crete with a small-group safari tour, tasting local wines and olive oil, exploring rugged landscapes, and enjoying a delicious mountain lunch.
★ 5.0“Great tour with a very knowledgeable host. Enjoyed learning about the history of Greece while traversing the mountain to Samaria Gorge, where we were treated to the most delicious (and large) lunch!”
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156 reviews7 to 8 hours (approx.)From $181.48by CHANIA ADVENTURES SINGLE MEMBER P.C
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Discover Crete’s highlights by water with a private boat to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa Beach. Enjoy snorkeling, personalized stops, and expert guides.
★ 5.0“We did the boat that was up to 10 guests for our family of 4. It was absolutely perfect in every way. Our guide was nice and engaging. The boat was a lot of fun (especially for the kids up front) and Balos Bay was…”
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143 reviews3 to 6 hours (approx.)From $701.71by Seaze The Day
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Discover the beauty of Dia Island on a private 7-hour sailing trip from Heraklion. Enjoy swimming, snorkeling, great food, and personalized service in Crete.
★ 4.9“We told the guides we were more interested in sailing than the excursions and they accommodated our request. The Elan 37 is a fun boat and she sailed well even in light winds. The lunch was delicious and we enjoyed it in an idyllic bay…”
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140 reviews6.5 hoursFrom $695by SAILINGTRIPS.GR
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Discover Crete's highlights with this private tour including Knossos Palace, Zeus Cave, olive oil mill, and traditional villages. Perfect for culture lovers.
★ 5.0“If you are thinking about booking, DO IT. This was an amazing experience! I would recommend this tour to anyone. Spyros allowed us to his summer home to see his vast garden. We went into the village and had coffee, and even met one of…”
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135 reviews7 to 8 hours (approx.)From $151.17by Tours in Heraklion
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Discover Crete’s hidden gems with a private Jeep tour from Heraklion, exploring villages, Zeus Cave, windmills, and stunning mountain views in an authentic experience.
★ 5.0135 reviewsFrom $385.10by Safari Experts Crete
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Discover Crete’s highlights on this full-day private tour. Visit Knossos, Zeus Cave, Lasithi Windmills, and charming villages with expert insights and personalized service.
★ 5.0“This was a great tour! The guide was fun and took us to some great spots. We booked this as a couple, which would have been perfect. We were asked to share with another couple, which wasn't too bad, except for the vehicle size. It…”
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115 reviewsFrom $464.43by Crete Wanderer
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Discover Chania’s authentic charm with this private walking tour, including a scenic cafe visit, indigenous wine tasting, and a flavorful Crete lunch.
★ 5.0“Nasos provided us with a great experience getting to sample Cretan wine and food while touring the beautiful old town of Chania. I would highly recommend this tour.”
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113 reviews4 to 5 hours (approx.)From $193.50by CHANIA ADVENTURES SINGLE MEMBER P.C
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Explore Crete’s west coast on this private day trip, visiting Elafonisi’s pink sands, secluded beaches, and charming villages—perfect for nature lovers and culture seekers.
★ 5.0“Fantastic trip with Leonides and brother Jordan .Travelled to Falassarna beach and Elafonissi beach as well as Paleochora Village .Leonides gave both my husband and I a great insight into Cretan life and gave us lots of suggestions as to what to do. Everything we…”
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103 reviewsFrom $441.21by Crete Wanderer
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Explore Chania’s highlights with a private guided tour, visiting historic landmarks, exploring the Old Town, and enjoying personalized insights in Crete.
★ 5.0“Great tour, you get to see things that no other tours will show you. The guide Petro is connected to the city and a wealth of knowledge about the area and it's history.”
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85 reviews5 to 6 hours (approx.)From $567.19by Niriis Tours
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Discover Crete’s hidden gems on this private tour, visiting Knossos, olive oil mills, traditional villages, windmills, and scenic mountain views.
★ 5.0“What a magnificent tour!!! Mike our driver and Ed our guide were like a couple of comedians that showed us the real Crete. From the largest plateau on the island to village life, olive oil making, strawberry picking and the usual tourist sites, it made…”
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81 reviews7 to 8 hours (approx.)From $138.78by Explore Real Crete
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Discover the charm of Crete with a private full-day tour visiting villages, a fortress, monastery, olive oil mill, and winery for an authentic experience.
★ 5.0“Maria was an excellent guide and customized the tour so that our two young girls were able to enjoy while the adults learned a bit more about the history of Crete. Highly, highly recommend this experience in Crete!”
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78 reviews7 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $168.95by IMable Travel - Private Tours in Crete
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