4 hour(s)
English
Included
Scenic drive through Heraklion with guided commentary
Learn about Crete’s history and Heraklion’s founding by the Saracens in 824
Visit to Karteros Beach at the end of Homonym Gorge
Relax on white sand and enjoy the Greek sunshine
€ 43.91
€ 40.40
Free cancellation and unlimited rescheduling leads to total flexibility while you plan your travels
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Discover the charm of Crete on this relaxing shore excursion that combines the cultural highlights of Heraklion with the natural beauty of Karteros Beach. Your tour begins with a scenic drive through the town of Heraklion, the island’s largest city, where your knowledgeable guide shares fascinating insights about its rich history and vibrant culture. Founded by the Saracens in 824, Heraklion features a unique blend of architecture, traditions, and stories that reflect its dynamic past and significance on the island of Crete.
After taking in the sights of Heraklion, continue your journey to Karteros Beach, a stunning stretch of white sand located at the end of the Homonym Gorge. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to unwind, soak up the warm Greek sun, and enjoy the tranquil coastal scenery. Whether you choose to take a swim, stroll along the shoreline, or simply relax under the Mediterranean sky, this peaceful beach experience provides the perfect complement to your cultural exploration of Heraklion.
Cruise Port Pick-Up
Air-Conditioned Transportation
Professional English Speaking Guides
Sunbed / Umbrella Rental
Meal and beverage
Gratuities
Water
Swimwear
Sunscreen
Hat
Comfortable Shoes
Towel
Accessible transport subject to availability
All tours confirmed in local time
Please wear comfortable footwear
Foldable wheelchair space must be requested when booking; subject to availability
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Beautiful place, worth of visit. Beautiful water, there were not a lot of tourists there, we could really enjoy. Parking is free, and you can use the showers and toilet even if you’re not a beach bar costumer.
Very nice and semi wild beach. Slow entrance into the sea. No steps or something. Ideal for small kids. You can walk 50m from the shoreline and the water is knee deep
Nice and clean beach, not to busy. It is a free of entry beach. Enough space, and a few nice and kind of different beach clubs. Chears and umbrellas not expensive, from so 4 euro. Perfect for plane spotting and taking pictures of landing planes.
Great sandy beach near Heraklio with sunbeds, showers, locker rooms, bar and music. Easy to reach by local bus or by car, free parking available with lots of space. As a bonus you have a perfect plane spotting location, planes landing every 5 minutes.
A beach used mostly by the people of Heraklion to escape the city. Long and sandy there are a selection of beach bars with sunbeds, or you can bring your own beach gear and set up for the day. If you've ever landed at Heraklion airport this is the beach you see just before you land, and plane watching is a fun part of this beach as the planes float into the airport every few minutes in the summer. There's a couple of taverns and a kiosk & shop on the road behind the beach. A beautiful sunset to be had too.
