HERAKLION
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The 10 most popular lunch experiences in Heraklion. Here's what each one actually delivers, who runs them, and what they cost.
Crete quad, buggy or Jeep safari from Heraklion with cave stops, Greek lunch, and a beach swim, plus beginner training and pickup.
“Great excursion. Well organized. ATV good for younger couples. Jeeps for retired. Also good for families. Paced well with several breaks. Good lunch in a cafe included as well as some beach time. Great way to spend a day!”
Yacht sail from Heraklion to Dia Island with snorkeling, SUP, fishing gear, and lunch plus unlimited drinks for about $67.
“Super lovely day on the boat. Lots of swimming time. Great hosts.”
Elounda to Spinalonga and Agios Nikolaos with Kolokytha Bay swim, BBQ lunch, and olive oil tasting.
“nice trip. Agios Nicolauses should have more time to see the city”
Horseback ride in Crete’s Finikia and Giouchtas Mountains with mountain views, refreshments, and a traditional lunch with house wine.
“This was a great experience. The horses were lovely and the hosts good fun. Great food and a good time! We were complete beginners and throughout our time there, the hosts were wonderful at both making everyone feel at ease as well as looking after the safety of us and the horses. The food was…”
Private Heraklion wine tour with lunch: Peza vineyards, Domaine Paterianakis and Lyrarakis, tasting 12 wines, plus a full pairing meal.
“We had SUCH an amazing experience with Areti - this wine tour was definitely a highlight of our trip to Greece. We had a lovely afternoon sampling local organic wines from two different Cretan wineries; all of the wine was excellent and Areti really helped bring out the flavors and explained how best to enjoy…”
Sail Heraklion to Dia Island on a luxury catamaran with lunch, open bar, snorkeling and SUP, plus toys for kids.
“I had the pleasure of experiencing a catamaran cruise to Dia Island, and it was spectacular. This trip provided a perfect blend of relaxation, adventure, and breathtaking scenery. The catamaran itself was modern, spacious, and well-maintained. The seafood was just perfect. Big bravo to the chef Konstantinos. The boat had plenty of sea toys like…”
Cruise to Spinalonga, swim at Kolokytha Bay, and stroll Agios Nikolaos with lunch and round-trip transfers from Crete.
“Great and interesting activity. Recommend the trip to spinalonga, interesting island and history. The lunch on board was good and the free time in Agios. The bay stop was good if you wanted to go for a swim, otherwise felt a bit long and overcrowded if you wanted a spot on the sand, very picturesque…”
Small-group sailing from Heraklion to Dia Island for snorkeling, SUP, and remote coves plus a fresh onboard lunch.
“Very attentive crew, beautiful setting in more isolated parts of the Dia Island, allowing for total relaxation. Highly recommended tour and company.”
Crete day trip: early Knossos Palace plus wine and olive oil tastings, ending with a traditional lunch and wine. Small group, 6 hours.
“This was the best tour we went on while in Greece. Going with Yorgos (George) was like having a cousin show us around. Everything was top notch. The only negative was the farm for the wine and olive oil focused more on the wine than the olive oil. We've been to many wineries, but this…”
Semi-private Crete wine and olive oil tour from Heraklion with a mill, Peza winery tastings, and a four-course lunch plus pickup.
“We booked the Olive Oil and Wine Tasting tour and it was great! Definitely got more value out of the experience than we expected. The host, Yannis, was extremely welcoming and entertaining to talk to, and the locals we were visiting during the tour were all extremely hospitable. Highly recommended.”
