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Heraklion
Crete, Greece


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The center of an advanced, mysterious empire back before the Greeks even learned to read

Visitors to Heraklion, Crete's capital, are greeted by the imposing Venetian Koules Fortress, a reminder of the importance of this historic gateway to the rest of the island. A vibrant university town, Heraklion is home to some of the island's most important landmarks, such as the Knossos Palace, with its striking Bronze Age ruins, complete with colorful, stunning frescoes. Heading to the center, the bustling Old Town has many markets and cafes, along with neoclassical buildings and a 10th century church with impressed stained glass. Heraklion is a great base for exploring the island, but before you hit the road, take the time to stroll along its Venetian harbor, lined with traditional fishing boats and offering spectacular views of the Koules Fortress.

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Popular Tour Itineraries Featuring Heraklion

Spend some time in Heraklion on a tour that takes in other cities in Greece and neighboring countries. Our vacation packages including Heraklion and other destinations throughout Greece and Europe hassle-free. We take care of getting you from place to place, accommodation, excursions and activities.

A Crash Course in Crete Custom Itinerary
A Crash Course in Crete
Chania, Heraklion, Agios Nikolaos
8 Days
from$2,500 pp*
Castles and Palaces of The Greek Islands Custom Itinerary
Castles and Palaces of The Greek Islands
Rhodes, Heraklion, Naxos
10 Days
from$2,150 pp*
A Country For All Seasons Custom Itinerary
A Country For All Seasons
Athens, Corfu, Athens, Heraklion, Chania
10 Days
from$3,500 pp*
Athens & Crete for Families Custom Itinerary
Athens & Crete for Families
Athens, Heraklion, Agios Nikolaos, Chania
12 Days
from$2,700 pp*
Greece's Cultural & Gastronomic Routes Custom Itinerary
Greece's Cultural & Gastronomic Routes
Santorini, Heraklion, Agios Nikolaos, Heraklion, Chania, Athens
12 Days
from$4,425 pp*
Greece Off The Beaten Path Custom Itinerary
Greece Off The Beaten Path
Athens, Monemvasia, Nafplio, Athens, Heraklion, Chania
12 Days
from$3,925 pp*
Italy & Greece for Foodies Custom Itinerary
Italy & Greece for Foodies
Rome, Bologna, Heraklion, Athens
13 Days
from$5,000 pp*
The Great Aegean Sea Adventure Custom Itinerary
The Great Aegean Sea Adventure
Rhodes, Heraklion, Paros, Santorini
14 Days
from$3,700 pp*
Ruins, Wine, Scenic Hikes and The Sea Custom Itinerary
Ruins, Wine, Scenic Hikes and The Sea
Athens, Mykonos, Santorini, Heraklion, Chania
14 Days
from$3,375 pp*

* Starting price is per person, based on double occupancy in 3 star accommodation, in the most affordable month an itinerary is offered. Airfare to Europe is not included.

Click on your choice of itinerary, select number of travelers in your party, month of travel, and desired star level of accommodation to get an approximate price. Submit the enquiry form with any additional details and we can start planning your customized trip.

Things to do in Heraklion

Discover the flavors and sites of Heraklion, combined with a visit to the renowned Knossos Palace. Make the most of your time in the Cretan capital by joining a carefully curated tour where you will hear the tales of the legendary Minotaur and Theseus, who managed to slay the monster, and escape his labyrinth. A tale of love, betrayal and tragedy, this legend is a central part of Greek mythology, and the inspiration for countless works of art. Crete is one of the oldest wine-producing regions in the world, as evidenced by its Minoan palaces. Explore ancient wine routes, sampling some of the best local vintages as you go.

Minoan Paths for Wine Enthusiasts Private Tour
Minoan Paths for Wine Enthusiasts Private Tour
Knossos Palace, Archaeological Museum and City Food Private Tour
Knossos Palace, Archaeological Museum and City Food Private Tour
Traditional Cretan Cooking Private Class with Village Tour
Traditional Cretan Cooking Private Class with Village Tour

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Average of our Guest's Ratings of our trip packages including Heraklion, based on 12 reviews
Review by Amber & Andrew
Amber & Andrew
Indiana

If you want to truly enjoy your trip, not worry and have detail orientated support and planning then JayWay Travel is the way to go. I felt totally taken care of, never silly for any questions i asked and I just got to enjoy my trip with the peace of mind that the whole JayWay team was taking care of us.

Year : 2024
Visited : Greece
Itinerary : Athens, Santorini, Heraklion, Chania
Rating :
4.5 / 5
Review by Margarita, Isadora, Jose & Julian
Margarita, Isadora, Jose & Julian
New York

JayWay Travel is an excellent choice for arranging travel plans. They take care of every detail and you always feel that you have someone you can count on while traveling in a foreign country/city.

Year : 2024
Visited : Italy, Greece
Itinerary : Rome, Florence, Venice, Santorini, Heraklion, Athens
Rating :
5 / 5
Review by Joseph & Sarah
Joseph & Sarah
New York

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Year : 2024
Visited : Greece
Itinerary : Athens, Santorini, Heraklion, Chania, Agios Nikolaos, Heraklion, Athens
Rating :
5 / 5
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