The Cretan Way of Life at the mountains of Rethymno (Mylopotamos)
On this tour you will have the chance to explore the Cretan genuine culture and customs. We will start by visiting, a not so known, monastery of the region of Mylopotapos. After 10 min drive we will meet Andreas, a Cretan shepherd. We will discuss about his daily habits and taste his homemade raki with some "meze". Learn the specific procedure of Cretan beekeeping interactively by providing special uniforms and trying honey straight from the honeycomb. Feel the hospitality of Mr. Andreas, but also his wife Ms. Eleni by having a traditional Cretan homemade lunch in their house. On the way to Apladiana, you will pass through orange trees, so you can cut an orange with your bare hands and enjoy its freshness! Walk through Apladiana, where our guide will explain all the small details about Cretan weddings. It is an original experience for a life time!
3 Hour Tuk Tuk Adventure from Malia to Hersonissos
Cruise through Crete's stunning landscapes on a 3-hour tuk tuk adventure from Malia to Hersonissos, complete with pickup from Sissi. Experience the charm of this unique ride while exploring hidden gems and cultural highlights. Enjoy a private tour guided by an expert, and relish local flavors with tastings of olive oil, honey, and raki. With ample free time in Old Hersonissos, discover quaint shops and cafés at your leisure, making it a perfect getaway for couples and families alike.
- Scenic 3-hour tuk tuk ride along Crete's north coast
- Pickup from Sissi for added convenience
- Tasting of local produce: olive oil, honey, and raki included
- Free time to explore Old Hersonissos and its traditional charm
Balos Private Boat Cruise from Chania
• Private boat trip to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa Island
• Swim in the turquoise waters of Balos and enjoy its exotic scenery
• Visit Gramvousa Island with the option to hike to the Venetian fortress
• Discover crystal-clear waters and beautiful secluded swimming spots
• Relax on board with drinks and authentic Cretan hospitality
• Taste authentic Cretan flavors during your private sea experience
Kourtaliotiko Waterfalls & Preveli Beach Private Safari
Crete is a fascinating island and the region of Rethymno has amazing and diverse sceneries that need to be explored. The Rethymno Tour in Private offers you the chance to discover in a unique way all the different parts that are worth exploring in this area! You will also enjoy the local cuisine with a full course traditional lunch and unlimited pure Cretan wine. The Private Tour is accompanied by our professional, friendly and knowledgeable drivers-guides and is customized to your interests. Book this exciting Rethymno Tour in Private and find out about the incredibly diverse Crete in a way suitable to your tastes!
South Crete Secrets: Matala Hippie Caves, Zaros Lake & Monastery
Discover the authentic heart of South Crete on this private, full-day journey combining spiritual heritage, iconic coastal scenery, and peaceful natural landscapes. Designed for travelers who want to explore beyond the crowds, this flexible experience allows you to move at your own pace while uncovering some of Crete’s most meaningful and scenic locations.
Travel comfortably with your own local English-speaking driver, enjoying scenic routes, photo stops, and insider knowledge along the way. Visit the historic Odigitria Monastery, explore the legendary Matala caves and seaside village, and unwind at the tranquil Lake Zaros, nestled beneath Mount Psiloritis.
Unlike standard group tours, this private experience offers full personalization, relaxed timing, and genuine local insight — making it ideal for couples, families, and travelers seeking a deeper connection with Crete’s culture, history, and southern landscapes.
Palace of Knossos - Early Morning Ticket and avoid crowds
Explore Crete and Visit the Legendary Palace of Knossos
Step into the heart of Minoan civilization by visiting the Palace of Knossos, the ancient capital of Minoan Crete. Uncover the mysteries of one of the world’s earliest and most fascinating civilizations. Though Knossos and other Minoan sites were excavated in the late 19th century, this Bronze Age culture still keeps many secrets hidden—like a real-life labyrinth of myth and history.
Reserve your skip-the-line ticket and enjoy a 90-minute guided walking tour of Knossos Palace with a licensed expert guide. Avoid the crowds and head straight to the entrance—no waiting in line.
Please arrive 20 minutes before the scheduled start time.
This is a shared group tour. The tour will begin promptly at the designated time and cannot be delayed for any reason.
Important: Starting times are strictly observed. No exceptions can be made.
Cretan Traditional Cooking Lessons
If you’re looking for a healthy Mediterranean diet or have an appreciation of fine Cretan food, you’re going to thoroughly enjoy these traditional Cretan cooking lessons, complete with lots of food tasting and foodie strolls through the garden.
Rethymno Traditional Arts & Workshops Tour
Join us on a 2-hour journey through Rethymno's Old Town, where Crete's heritage comes alive through local artisans.
Visit 4 family-run workshops, each showcasing the island's traditional crafts.
We begin at a Wood Workshop, where you'll see an artisan sculpt wood using his hands and basic tools. You'll take home a handmade wooden souvenir.
Next, we visit a Leather Workshop run by a third-generation craftsman. You'll see the craft and receive a personalized leather keepsake.
Then, step into the world of Papier-Mâché Art, where recycled materials become stunning works of art. Enjoy a hands-on experience creating your own piece to take home.
Finally, explore the Lyra Workshop and learn about Crete's iconic instrument from a craftsman featured in documentaries worldwide.
With a small group, enjoy personal interactions, local stories, and hands-on experiences.
Perfect for culture lovers and anyone who appreciates handmade craftsmanship.
Accessible to wheelchair Sightseeing tour to Knossos palace
Our chauffeur Services is an ideal choice for excursions and private tours, as well as transfers from Ports and airports around Crete.
We are pleased to provide a comfortable and reliable service to visitors with walking disabilities and we can offer accessible vehicle fully equipped with the necessary facilities that can accommodate a wheelchair user visitor plus 4 more indipended .
Enjoy the expertise, comfort, safety and the highest level of professionalism of our services while exploring the best that Crete has to offer in a swift and relaxing way.
The Essence of Crete:Private Olive Oil, Wine & Distillery Journey
100% Private & Exclusive:This is your personal journey through Crete, traveling in a premium Mercedes vehicle with a dedicated local host.
Beyond the Tourist Trail: This is an invitation to the authentic Cretan way of life. We don't just show you the island,we introduce you to the locals, their traditions, and their "hidden" spots.
Liquid Gold Masterclass: Gain a deep understanding of Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Learn to distinguish premium quality and discover the secrets of the world’s healthiest diet.
A Wine History : Savor 6 distinct Cretan wine varieties in a boutique winery.A journey through 3,500 years of viticulture.
The Authentic "Kazani": Witness the "alchemy" of a traditional Raki distillery. Understand the soul of the island through its legendary spirit and the warmth of a true Cretan "parea."
Savor Every Moment: From artisanal cheeses to organic treats, every tasting is paired with local delicacies, ensuring a full sensory experience of Cretan hospitality.
Chania Fishing with Nets Catch and Cook with a Local Fisherman
Start your day with a Cretan breakfast (coffee, juice, cake) at 8:00 AM aboard the boat. Sail along the Chania coastline for 30 minutes, enjoying the views.
Witness a local fisherman demonstrate traditional net casting for an hour. Learn about fishing techniques and species.
Sail to a secluded beach. Enjoy a swim or relax. The guide prepares a delicious meal with the fresh catch (grilled, stewed, etc.), using local ingredients.
Feast on the seafood with Cretan salads, wine, and raki. Enjoy the stunning views.
Finish with fresh fruit salad while sailing back to the harbor. This 6-hour trip offers authentic fishing experiences, cooking, and coastal exploration."
This version significantly reduces redundancy and focuses on the key highlights: breakfast, sailing, fishing demonstration, swimming, fresh seafood feast, and the overall experience.
Cretan Cooking Class, Garden Tour & Feast in Chania
With the help of your hosts, you’ll discover the unique flavors of local Cretan cuisine while learning about traditional village life. During this hands-on cooking class, you’ll visit the family garden, pick fresh seasonal vegetables, and prepare classic Cretan dishes. At the end, enjoy a communal meal featuring homemade wine, local raki (tsikoudia), and traditional desserts.
Private Tour-Knossos Palace Zeus Cave&Olive Oil Mill from Elounda
This private tour is created for history, nature and culture lovers.
You’ll visit and explore Knossos Palace, Lasithi Plateau and It's 16 traditional villages, Zeus Cave, old wind mills, a 2400 years old Plane tree, a pottery, will have a Greek coffee in a traditional caffe, an olive oil mill, where we'll taste different kind of local olive oils and of course you'll enjoy in a family tavern Cretan traditional lunch cooked with fresh local ingredients.
The MUST of this private tour, is Knossos Palace.
It was known as Knossos during the Minoan civilization, which was one of the most advanced and influential civilizations in the Mediterranean region around 4,000 years ago. The ruins of the ancient city of Knossos, including the famous Palace of Knossos, is the most visited site in Crete and second most visited site in Greece after Acropolis.
Book this private tour today and you'll never regret it.
Tailor-Made Private Shore Excursion: Discover Chania Your Way
Book your private air-conditioned van, share your interests, and we’ll create a bespoke tour—a perfect mix of sights, tastes, and experiences.
Your local driver-guide will be with you throughout the day, sharing insider knowledge about Crete’s hidden gems. Explore charming villages, ancient ruins, and the beautiful countryside. Visit family-owned olive oil mills, wineries, and cheese factories, or unwind on stunning beaches. If you wish, we can include a stop at the Old Venetian Harbor, a stroll through the city center, or time for shopping.
Crete is a large island, so we’ll carefully plan your itinerary to fit the time available, considering driving between stops to make the most of your day.
Our fully adapted wheelchair-accessible vehicle ensures a comfortable experience for everyone. We believe that travel is for all, and we’ll make sure you can enjoy the beauty of Crete without limits.
Please note: This tour is available only for cruise passengers whose ship docks in Chania.
Private boat trip Chania - Thodorou - Lazaretta (price per group-up to 9 people)
Discover Crete and its surrounding islands. Experience the Mediterranean sea, just like us Greeks! We are a group of experienced skippers who joined together in a mission of introducing travellers to the world of Greek seas and hospitality.
We offer snorkelling equipment free.
***ASK US FOR MORE DESTINATIONS AND EXPERIENCES***
Cretan Wine Tasting Experience
What Makes Our Wine Tasting Experience Unique?
Unlike typical wine tastings, our experience is a deep dive into Crete’s rich wine heritage, featuring exclusive local grape varieties you won’t find anywhere else. Hosted in a setting by a passionate local expert, this tasting goes beyond just sipping wine—you’ll uncover the stories, traditions, and flavors that define Cretan winemaking.
We carefully pair each wine with authentic local delicacies, enhancing the tasting journey with artisanal cheeses.
This is not just a tasting—it’s a sensory experience, designed to connect you with Crete’s culture, history, and terroir.
Perfect for wine lovers and curious travelers alike, our personalized approach ensures a welcoming, engaging, and unforgettable experience. Come taste Crete like a local!
Crete Yacht Cruises 5 Hours Private Guided Cruise in Ag Nikolaos
Captain Mike after many years of engaging in privet cruises and sea activities in order to offer you unforgettable experience.
When you come on board you will have the chance to taste homemade snacks from captain’s wife hands with organic vegetables from our family garden and olive oil from our trees.
Fresh local fruits, beers, refreshments, quality local wine and Cretan raki will be plenty for all the guests.
Come aboard for a private cruise with us and let us provide you a unique opportunity to explore marine attractions and live an amazing luxury experience that you will never forget.
Activities on board included: Fishing, Snorkeling, Sea scooters, Floating Mattress.
Crete: Scuba Diving for Certified Divers in Chania
This is not just another dive — it’s a rare chance to explore Crete’s hidden underwater wonders with true experts. Guided by Giannoulakis Nikolaos, one of Greece’s most experienced divers, you’ll discover exclusive sites like the Elephant Cave and the SS Minnewaska wreck, places few divers ever reach.
With small group sizes, dives are personalized, relaxed, and immersive, giving you maximum time to explore dramatic caves, glowing tunnels, and historic shipwrecks — all in crystal-clear waters with visibility often over 30 meters.
Whether you're an adventurous beginner or an experienced diver, you'll experience the magic of Crete’s underwater world with professional guidance, tailored dive plans, and the option to capture your journey with professional underwater photography.
This isn’t just diving — it’s diving done right, in one of Europe’s most breathtaking underwater environments.
Knossos Private Guide - Unlock the Secrets of the Labyrinth
Affordable Private Tour — Walk Through the Myths of Knossos
For all those who dream of Greek myths and ancient legends, this affordable private tour offers an unforgettable journey into the heart of Minoan Crete.
Your personal licensed guide will lead you through the magnificent Palace of Knossos, revealing the secrets of its countless chambers and unraveling the famous myth of the Labyrinth and the Minotaur.
Highlights of Your Mythical Journey:
See the Throne Room of mighty King Minos.
Step into the Dolphin Apartments of Queen Pasiphae.
Walk the ancient paths Theseus once took when he arrived from Athens to face the Minotaur.
Touch the stones, breathe the history, and feel the magic — where legends of Ancient Greece come alive before your eyes.
Come and experience the Palace not just as a visitor, but as a part of its living myth!
Full-Day Private Tour from Chania to Elafonissi Beach
Discover a serene side of Crete with a full-day private tour to Elafonisi. Get picked up at your hotel or the location of your choosing in Chania and set out on a scenic tour. During the journey to Elafonisi Beach, we will make a stopover at the Cave of Agia Sofia for about 30 minutes to see the stalagmites and the small church in the cave, our second stopover will be at Chrysoskalitissa Monastery for about 30 minutes. Finaly, we will arrive at Elafonissi beach, we will spend about 3 hours on the beach, after that your private car will pick you up and leads you back to your hotel.
Wine Raki Olive Oil Tasting and Pottery - Private Tour
Join us on this Wine Raki and Olive Oil Tasting Private Tour in Heraklion, Crete and allow us to introduce you to the wine culture and traditions that have shaped this stunning island for centuries.
Let the magic of Crete's vineyards and winery enchant you on this unforgettable experience.
We invite you to visit the region of Peza, wich is most famous region in Crete for three things, It's wineries, olive oil factories and for It's potteries.
Learn about the history and tradition of local grapes, wine and olive oil making, while you're diving into the wines tastes, in the best winery we have selected for you.
Taste the indigenous varieties of Crete such a Dafni Kotsifali, Thrapsathiri, Plyto, Malvasia di Candia, Muscat of Spina or of the local with International varieties such a Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon combined with Cretan cheeses.
Lunchtime arrives, and we indulge in a traditional Cretan feast at a quaint taverna nestled in a quaint village of Katalagari.
Heraklion: Ebike - All in one - Food tasting & Wine tasting
Why just visit Heraklion when you can live it? Imagine gliding through the city’s Venetian walls as the golden hour begins, feeling the Mediterranean breeze without even breaking a sweat. Our state-of-the-art E-bikes do the hard work for you, leaving you free to soak in the sights and sounds of this historic capital.
We’ve designed this experience for those who seek the "unseen" side of Crete. We’ll lead you away from the crowds to our favorite local corners, where you’ll enjoy a curated tasting of premium Cretan wines and artisanal delicacies that represent centuries of tradition. From the first sip of an indigenous Vidiano wine to the last bite of a handmade local treat, this is an evening dedicated to the "slow life."
It’s personal, it’s delicious, and it’s the most fun you can have on two wheels. Come as a traveler, leave as a friend!
Pink Sands & Sacred Echoes: A Journey to the Southwest
Begin with a comfortable transfer to Elafonisi, Crete’s southwestern gem, where turquoise waters meet pink-tinged sands. Your knowledgeable guide shares insights into the island’s rich history as you pass through quaint villages, olive groves, and coastal panoramas. At Elafonisi, immerse yourself in the tranquility of the beach, lounging under umbrellas or exploring the pink sand scenery. Then, visit the historic Chrisoskalitissa Monastery, perched on a cliff overlooking the Libyan Sea, where Byzantine frescoes and the legendary golden step await. Enjoy a traditional Cretan lunch before concluding your journey with a leisurely transfer back, filled with cherished memories of this idyllic paradise.
PRIVATE Hiking Walking GORGE nearby Hersonissos CRETE
A perfect alternative for people who find Samaria too early or too far. A good balance between hiking and walking. Even children love this adventurous hike.
In 2000 we, Eye Travel, discovered a gorge near Hersonissos and started organising tours through this gorge guided by one of the Eye Travel team.
This gorge is about 8 km long, takes around 3,5 hours and has some obstacles on the way down. You will see untouched nature, some birds of prey, vultures,... The real Cretan flora and fauna.
You can book this tour exclusively with us, Eye Travel. See some of the pictures to get an impression. This tour is a must when you are on Crete ! Real nature. Rock formation. Discover your own limits.