Heraklion Trip Overview
Heraklion, also known as Iraklio, is the capital of Crete. It’s archaeological site dates back thousands of years to the Minoan civilization. Crete is the largest Greek island with beautiful landscape and incredible history and mythology. Do you know that Crete is called the birthplace of Zeus? Have you heard about Venetian harbor in Heraklion? Where is the best place to feel the original atmosphere and feel the real Cretan lifestyle? Culture, traditions, mythology and of course lifestyle, food, drinks are inviting everyone to this paradise island of Mediterranean! With your local professional guide, you will visit Venetian fortress Rocca al Mare, an old city with churches and architectural sights of Heraklion, traditional tourist market, fish market and some delicate shops. You will be able to try the best Cretan gastronomic delicacies – honey, cheese, olive oil and olives and definitely Greek coffee in a local coffee shop!
Additional Info
Duration: 5 hours
Starts: Heraklion, Greece
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Heraklion, Greece, Greece
Heraklion, also known as Iraklio, is the capital of Crete. It’s archaeological site dates back thousands of years to the Minoan civilization. Crete is the largest Greek island with beautiful landscape and incredible history and mythology. Do you know that Crete is called the birthplace of Zeus? Have you heard about Venetian harbor in Heraklion? Where is the best place to feel the original atmosphere and feel the real Cretan lifestyle? Culture, traditions, mythology and of course lifestyle, food, drinks are inviting everyone to this paradise island of Mediterranean! With your local professional guide, you will visit Venetian fortress Rocca al Mare, an old city with churches and architectural sights of Heraklion, traditional tourist market, fish market and some delicate shops. You will be able to try the best Cretan gastronomic delicacies – honey, cheese, olive oil and olives and definitely Greek coffee in a local coffee shop!
Itinerary
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Stop At: Castello del Molo (Koules), Heraklion, Crete 712 02 Greece
*Discover the best Cretan gastronomic delicacies – honey, cheese, olive oil and olives and definitely Greek coffee in a local coffee shop
*Visit Venetian fortress Rocca al Mare, an old city with churches and architectural sights of Heraklion, traditional tourist market, fish market and some delicate shops
Duration: 50 minutes
