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Heraklion Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Participants enjoying the seaside view at Heraklion
Participants enjoying the seaside view at Heraklion
Tourists gathering around the hop-on hop-off bus stop
View of the Koules Fortress in Heraklion

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Soak up Heraklion's Mediterranean vibes with a 1-day hop-on, hop-off pass plus one day free, seeing Knossos Palace, Technopolis, and more on two routes.

    • Explore the historic city of Heraklion with Byzantine and Ottoman influences, on a 1-day hop-on, hop-off bus tour and get one extra day for free!

    • Two bus routes, double the sightseeing! Access the Heraklion line and the Ammoudara line with 18 stops across prime sights and hop without any limit.

    • Love a good backstory? Multilingual audio guides spill anecdotes about the sights, while an open-top bus gives you airy vibes and unobstructed vistas.

    • See the Minoan ruins of Knossos Palace, the Archaeological Museum with Minoan artifacts, and the Venetian Castle Koules, a sea-facing fortress.

    • 1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off pass + 1 day free

    • Audio guide in English, Greek, Russian, German, Spanish, Italian, French & Hebrew

    • Free earphones

    • Free map

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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    Guests from United States, Australia, United Kingdom and over 8 countries have loved this experience

    Maureen Anne Wilbeck

    Maureen

    May, 2025Verified booking

    3/5
    It took us to the places mentioned, but when we wanted to spend the second half of the day at the beach, the time getting back from the beach was misleading. It shows "Line 2" running both directions. This is only true for a very short stretch. It then does the full loop. If you are coming in on a cruise, make sure you have at least 90 minutes to get back on the ship or take a taxi, like we ended up doing.
    Theresa-Anne Hanson

    Theresa-anne

    May, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Hosts and drivers were helpful and on time. Stops were easy to find. We saw all the places we wanted to and found some hidden gems along the way.
    Alan Hunter

    Alan

    Jun, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Very good tour and good information as going round
    Martha McCann

    Martha

    Jun, 2025Verified booking

    3/5
    Guy Sneyers

    Guy

    Jun, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
  • Heraklion line

    Hop on the Heraklion line for an unforgettable bus ride catching 12 top sights! Looking out the window, you’ll see the epic Knossos Palace with its ancient ruins, the imposing Venetian Castle Koules overlooking the harbor, and the treasure-filled Archaeological Museum. Enjoy open-top views while the audio guide spills all the history – perfect for history buffs and view seekers alike!

    Schedule

    • First bus: 9am from stop #1 (Port)

    • Last bus: 5pm from stop #1 (Port)

    • Frequency: Every 30 mins

    • Popular stops: Knossos Palace, Archaeological Museum, Venetian Castle Koules, Kazantzakis Grave, Natural History Museum, Gate Of Jesus, Port

    Ammoudara line

    Step aboard for a journey through the sandy beaches and coastal bliss of Ammoudara! Explore six sites like the artistic wonders of Technopolis, where creativity thrives amidst an industrial vibe. Then wander over to Fitaki Megaron for a taste of local heritage. Finally, unwind at the crystal clear blue waters of Ammoudara beach.

    Schedule

    • First bus: 9am from stop #1 (Apollonia Hotel)

    • Last bus: 4:30pm from stop #1 (Apollonia Hotel)

    • Frequency: Every 60-75 mins

    • Popular stops: Hotel Dolphin, Technopolis, Agapi Beach Hotel, Port, Fitaki Megaron

    Please click here for a detailed map and boarding points.

  • Accessibility

    • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

    • Your guide dogs are welcome onboard.

    Additional information

    • Baggage is allowed onboard.
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • No printout required! Just show your mobile voucher to the driver and collect your bus ticket.

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