Top things to do in Crete in Summer (Updated November 2026)

Crete, Greece
Aradena: The Canyon of Crete Full Day Hiking Tour

What Makes This Tour Unique: This isn’t just a hike; it’s an elite, fully tailored trekking experience led by a Chania-born, internationally certified IFMGA Guide …More

What Makes This Tour Unique: This isn’t just a hike; it’s an elite, fully tailored trekking experience led by a Chania-born, internationally certified IFMGA Guide...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Family Excursion: From Sea Wonders to Mythical Realms Adventure

Embark on a captivating family adventure in the heart of Crete with our exclusive Private Family Excursion! Begin at the renowned Creta Aquarium, where the …More

Embark on a captivating family adventure in the heart of Crete with our exclusive Private Family Excursion! Begin at the renowned Creta Aquarium, where the...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$423
Full Day Tour Samaria Gorge From Rethymno

Enjoy one of two journeys to the Samaria gorge with a professional guide. Choose the long option, where you will trek for approximately 6-7 hours …More

Enjoy one of two journeys to the Samaria gorge with a professional guide. Choose the long option, where you will trek for approximately 6-7 hours...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$39
Powerboat Tour to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa Island Full Day

Embark on a dreamy tour that promises unforgettable memories as you explore some of the most iconic and photogenic beaches in Northwest Crete. * Private …More

Embark on a dreamy tour that promises unforgettable memories as you explore some of the most iconic and photogenic beaches in Northwest Crete. * Private...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$1,691
Private tour of East Crete With Retro Classic Luxury Car

Made famous also by Victoria Hishop’s homonymous novel, Spinalonga (The island) bears way more history than its size would ever suggest. Being a Venetian Fortress …More

Made famous also by Victoria Hishop’s homonymous novel, Spinalonga (The island) bears way more history than its size would ever suggest. Being a Venetian Fortress...

7 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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CHANIA RETHYMNON KOURNAS, full day professional guided coach tour

Our first stop will be a visit to Chania, Crete’s second largest city into the old town within the venetian city walls which is an …More

Our first stop will be a visit to Chania, Crete’s second largest city into the old town within the venetian city walls which is an...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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From Chania: Matala Hippie Vibes & Lake Escape Private Tour

Let’s head southeast to discover the charm, history, and natural beauty of southern Crete. Our first stop is the picturesque village of Spili, where you’ll …More

Let’s head southeast to discover the charm, history, and natural beauty of southern Crete. Our first stop is the picturesque village of Spili, where you’ll...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$666
KNOSSOS & HERAKLION CRETE, day professional guided coach tour

The Palace of Knossos is where European civilization began during the era ruled over by the powerful King Minos. This is a place that simply …More

The Palace of Knossos is where European civilization began during the era ruled over by the powerful King Minos. This is a place that simply...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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All Year Tour to Apokoronas Villages

We will pick you up from your respective hotel at 9:00 Starting with visiting Fres Village. The unique tour of Apokoronas villages in Crete promises …More

We will pick you up from your respective hotel at 9:00 Starting with visiting Fres Village. The unique tour of Apokoronas villages in Crete promises...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$393
Santorini Island Full-Day Sightseeing Tour from Rethymnon

Take the great opportunity to visit in a day trip the volcano island of Santorini, one of the most famous Greek volcanic islands! …More

Take the great opportunity to visit in a day trip the volcano island of Santorini, one of the most famous Greek volcanic islands!...

14 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$225
Private Elafonisi Full-day Tour from Rethymno

The tour to Elafonisi is once in a lifetime experience. Elafonisi pink beach is a small paradise on earth! The crystal clear turquoise shallow waters …More

The tour to Elafonisi is once in a lifetime experience. Elafonisi pink beach is a small paradise on earth! The crystal clear turquoise shallow waters...

10 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Half-Day Private Tour in Two Wineries and Archanes from Heraklion

Immerse yourself in the rich flavors of Cretan wine on this exclusive 4-hour private tour. Visit the esteemed Lyrarakis and Paterianakis Wineries, each renowned for …More

Immerse yourself in the rich flavors of Cretan wine on this exclusive 4-hour private tour. Visit the esteemed Lyrarakis and Paterianakis Wineries, each renowned for...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Best Wines of Crete: Wine Tasting Tour & traditional Lunch

• Short and flexible, this tour is a perfect option for those who have limited time and look for alternative ways to spend it. Whether …More

• Short and flexible, this tour is a perfect option for those who have limited time and look for alternative ways to spend it. Whether...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Private Rethymno Oil and Honey Tasting Pottery at Margarites

Embark on an unforgettable day-long journey through Crete's enchanting landscapes. Explore the mysterious Melidoni Cave and its captivating geological formations. Immerse yourself in beekeeping traditions …More

Embark on an unforgettable day-long journey through Crete's enchanting landscapes. Explore the mysterious Melidoni Cave and its captivating geological formations. Immerse yourself in beekeeping traditions...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Crete: Lassithi Plateau, Zeus Cave & Kera Monastery Tour

Your day begins at the historic Kera Kardiotissa Monastery, a peaceful nunnery surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery and known for its miraculous icon and 14th‑century …More

Your day begins at the historic Kera Kardiotissa Monastery, a peaceful nunnery surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery and known for its miraculous icon and 14th‑century...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Minoan Life: Knossos Palace, Olive Grove Farm, Lunch at Peza

*** A CERTIFIED GUIDE FOR KNOSSOS IS NOT INCLUDED *** Indulge in personalized service from our top local drivers with specialist knowledge in the comfort …More

*** A CERTIFIED GUIDE FOR KNOSSOS IS NOT INCLUDED *** Indulge in personalized service from our top local drivers with specialist knowledge in the comfort...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Percy Jackson Inspired Youth & Family Private Experience

This Experience is inspired by Percy Jackson’s books and is particularly designed for Youth and Family. It approaches the Cretan Labyrinth and its mysteries from …More

This Experience is inspired by Percy Jackson’s books and is particularly designed for Youth and Family. It approaches the Cretan Labyrinth and its mysteries from...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$203
Full-Day Tour Knossos and Heraklion From Chania

Discover the ancient Palace of Knossos and city of Heraklion while on this full-day tour. Accompanied by a professional guide, learn about the temple and …More

Discover the ancient Palace of Knossos and city of Heraklion while on this full-day tour. Accompanied by a professional guide, learn about the temple and...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Lassithi Plateau & Knossos Palace! Tour from Heraklion

Nestled amidst the Dikti Mountains, the Lasithi Plateau stands as a unique Mediterranean region, characterized by its permanent inhabitants living at an altitude exceeding 800 …More

Nestled amidst the Dikti Mountains, the Lasithi Plateau stands as a unique Mediterranean region, characterized by its permanent inhabitants living at an altitude exceeding 800...

10 to 11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Hiking at Samaria, the longest Gorge in Europe! From Chania

Embarking on the Samaria Gorge hike, you’ll experience a full-day adventure that begins early in the morning and culminates in the picturesque Agia Roumeli. Starting …More

Embarking on the Samaria Gorge hike, you’ll experience a full-day adventure that begins early in the morning and culminates in the picturesque Agia Roumeli. Starting...

14 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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South Crete - Matala, Red Beach and caves

After a short drive through the Messara plain you reach Matala. Known for the colony of hippies in the Sixties, where they lived in large …More

After a short drive through the Messara plain you reach Matala. Known for the colony of hippies in the Sixties, where they lived in large...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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