SHORE EXCURSIONS · GREECE
Sorted for cruise passengers.
The 7 most popular crete shore excursions for cruise passengers. The trips that get you to the sights and back to the ship on time, with run times, prices and the operator behind each one.
Cruise-day shore trip from Heraklion Port to Knossos Palace and Old Town—guided, air-conditioned, and timed to get you back on board.
Most Popular“It was great. The guide was great, the bus had good a/c. Lots of walking - should have worn tennis shoes instead of sandals”
Port pickup 4×4 to Crete’s White Mountains: Nteres, Zourva Mitato hut, Theriso views and lunch. Small group value.
“Our guide/driver, Chris, was great. Very informative and accommodating. Vehicles were cool and comfortable. I would recommend this tour to friends and family.”
A flexible private Chania shore excursion for up to four, with cruise pickup, comfy transport, tastings, and Old Town time tailored to you.
“What a fantastic day with Maria. We were a group of 8 and Maria treated us exceptionally well. She deserves more than 5 stars. We had a day that will last in our memory for a long time. Very highly recommended with no hesitation. Thanks Maria !!!”
Chania shore excursion: bumpy 4x4 off-road to Vatolakos Hills, then Manousakis Winery for a guided walk and five-wine tasting with cheese.
“I highly recommend our guide. His love and enthusiasm for his country and nature was inspiring and informative. I fell in love with his country because of spirit! We tasted and smelled lovely and delicious fruits and herbs on our off road adventure. The views were amazing. I can’t say enough about our time at…”
Elafonisi pink sand shore trip from Souda: small-group minivan, English driver-guide, and up to 4 hours on the beach.
“We traveled from Chania to Elafonisi Beach. Our driver Costas was outstanding. He safely navigated the twists and turns of the mountain roads and treated my wife and I with kindness and courtesy. At the beach entrance, Costas provided us with beach mats, an umbrella, bottled water and snacks. On the way home, Costas helped…”
Guided shore trip to Myrtos Beach and Assos from Argostoli: 4–5 hours, photo stop, air-conditioned ride, free entry.
“Excellent all around! Alexandra was great! The beach was beautiful and i will go again for sure! The towns were lovely as well. I have only good things to say. Definitely do it!”
Relax on Makris Gialos Beach with an easy transfer from Argostoli, then enjoy a quick town stroll. 4 hours for $48.15.
“When I made my booking I was expecting to also have a tour by the town but this was only transfer from cruise terminal back and forth to the beach”
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