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Peza and Archanes
Shore Excursion - Peza and Archanes
 
This 4 Hour Private Shore Excursion Includes:
  • Pick up from Port or Hotels in Heraklion
  • Private English Speaking Licensed Guide
  • Round Trip Transportation in Private Vehicle
  • Included- Wine Tasting, Light Lunch
Please Note: The prices shown below are not valid on Sundays or local Holidays. Please Contact Us for Sunday pricing and availability.
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Tour Number: GHERA-01


Group Size (Prices in USD)*: 		2 People - $516 Per Person
3 People - $366 Per Person
4 People - $286 Per Person
5 People - $238 Per Person
6 People - $206 Per Person
7 People - $192 Per Person
8 People - $175 Per Person



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TOUR DESCRIPTION
 

Heraklion Shore Excursion

This Heraklion shore trip allows you to see some local culture on the island of Crete. You visit a winery in the Peza Valley and then visit Archanes which is considered one of the most picturesque villages on Crete. Its a perfect Crete tour for those not interested in antiquities.

After meeting your guide you drive to the Valley of Peza which sits between the mountain ranges of Dikti and Psiloritis. This valley is the home of the wine-making industry on the island of Crete. While you are in the valley you will stop at a local winery to enjoy a tour and wine tasting.

Next you visit Archanes which is a small village which has been lovingly restored to its original beauty. It has been voted by the European Union to the be named one of the “Best Village Restoration Efforts”. The village is nestled at the base of Yiouchta Mountain, where legend says the god Zeus was buried. While you are in the village you can relax, while experiencing the famous Cretan hospitality and enjoying a light lunch (included) in a traditional Greek taverna.

After visiting Archanes your guide will take you back to Heraklion.

Customized Heraklion Tours

If you cannot find what you are looking for, our Heraklion tours and Heraklion shore excursions can also be customized to fit your needs. If you have a larger group, we can offer you a private Heraklion shore trip using a mid-size bus or full size coach. Please contact us with any questions or to receive a customized quote.
Shore Trip Timing is approximate based on your interests & traffic
  • Drive to Peza- 25 Minutes
  • Visit the Winery- 1 Hour
  • Drive to Archanes Village- 25 Minutes
  • Visit Archanes- 30 Minutes
  • Lunch- 1.5 Hours
  • Return to Heraklion pier - 25 Minutes

Average Rating: Average Rating: 5 of 5 5 of 5 Total Reviews: 3 Write a review »

  2 of 2 people found this review helpful:
 
5 of 5 Review Location- Crete (Heraklion) May 13, 2026
Reviewer: Bob S from Vestavia, AL  
Ken Diaz the Group Reservation Manager of Private Shore Trips organized an amazing set of tourstransportation events for our group of 42 friends and family in MULTIPLE countries! Yes Italy, Greece & Turkey!! Or tour guides provided excellent connections with the entire group and gave a dissertation on the history of each location we visited. We had teachers in our group and they were impressed with the tour guides that says a lot!

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5 of 5 Review Location- Crete (Heraklion) February 21, 2025
Reviewer: Rosemary S from Amazonas Brazil  
Just would like to thank you. All the excursions in Greece and in Turkey were great, everything was just as described. Ill recommend you!

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5 of 5 Review Location- Crete (Heraklion) March 16, 2024
Reviewer: Ryan J from Indiana  
Our tour with Kostas started with a seamless pick-up from our ship in Heraklion. First stop Knossos Palace, where Kostas brought Minoan history to life with fascinating stories of King Minos and the Minotaur. The frescoes and ruins were incredible! Next, we drove through the scenic countryside to a local winery, sampling delicious Vilana and Liatiko wines paired with local cheeses and olives. The warm hospitality and stunning views made it unforgettable.

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