Cheap 9-Day Crete City Break in Heraklion

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9 days & 8 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
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Explore Heraklion on a cheap 9-day city break that's tailor-made to make the most of your holiday without draining your wallet! Discover new destinations, experience different cultures, try local cuisine, and spend a memorable holiday in Crete on a budget.

Satisfy your senses in Heraklion and discover the city's most memorable features. We'll introduce you to some of the best-kept secrets and sights in Crete, including the city's most popular restaurants and bars.

Experience a terrific city break in Heraklion on a budget! From before your 9-day vacation in Heraklion until you're ready to say goodbye to Crete, we'll help you make the most of your holiday.

This cheap vacation package allows you to book an airport transfer to Heraklion on your arrival in Crete. For 8 nights, you'll stay at one of the city's top-rated budget hotels in the heart of Heraklion.

During your cheap holiday in Crete, the choice of accommodation is entirely yours. Enjoy the freedom to select the ideal budget-friendly stay that perfectly matches your needs. Rest assured, your affordable accommodation will provide a welcoming retreat after a day of exploration and discovery.

The 9-day itinerary of this affordable vacation package will allow you to experience the best attractions in Heraklion. Beyond visiting cheap places to travel to in the area, you'll also spend time at the city's most famous sights.

You'll explore the magnificent Morosini Fountain.

If you enjoy walking along local streets, here's some good news. With centrally located accommodation, you'll have plenty of time to go shopping and bargain hunting. Shop until you drop, and buy souvenirs to remind you of Crete and your adventure in Heraklion.

This affordable travel plan includes everything you need for a worry-free city break in Heraklion. To give you the perfect personalized experience in Heraklion, you can customize your 9-day itinerary.

You can add flights to and from Heraklion or Crete, and we'll offer you the best-value airfares. By adding a rental car to your cheap holiday package, enjoy cruising along the roads with the best budget car with CDW insurance.

Add tours and tickets to your itinerary and explore Heraklion like never before. Choose from many unique adventures in Heraklion and get them at unbeatable prices.

Other perks included in your cheap vacation package deal are 24/7 travel support from your travel agent and a step-by-step guide through our mobile app. For your convenience, you'll also find all your travel documents stored in this app.

Enjoy 9 days of fun and relaxation in a new city. Take the opportunity to experience a cheap vacation in Heraklion, Crete, before it's too late. Choose your travel dates and plan the perfect city break to Heraklion today!

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Hotel, 8 nights
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Crete - region in GreeceHeraklion / 8 nights

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Photo of the Heraklion Historical Museum is a museum located in Heraklion city on Crete island, Greece.Heraklion Archaeological Museum
Photo of Venetian Morosini Fountain in the Lions square, Heraklion, Crete, Greece.Morosini Fountain
Ενετικό Φρούριο Rocca a Mare, 1st Community of Heraklion - Central, Municipality of Heraklion, Heraklion Regional Unit, Region of Crete, GreeceΕνετικό Φρούριο Rocca a Mare
Ενετικό Λιμάνι Ηρακλείου, Heraklion Regional Unit, Region of Crete, GreeceΕνετικό Λιμάνι Ηρακλείου
photo of Front view of the cathedral of St. Minas Heraklion, Greece.Church of Agios Minas
Natural History Museum of Crete
Grave Monument of Kazantzakis, 4th Community of Heraklion - South, Municipality of Heraklion, Heraklion Regional Unit, Region of Crete, GreeceGrave Monument of Kazantzakis
photo of Historical Museum of Crete, Heraklion, Greece.Historical Museum of Crete
photo of view of Venetian fortress Koules in Heraklion, Crete, Greece.Venetian Walls of Heraklion
Venetian Loggia, 1st Community of Heraklion - Central, Municipality of Heraklion, Heraklion Regional Unit, Region of Crete, GreeceVenetian Loggia
Heraklion Lighthouse, 1st Community of Heraklion - Central, Municipality of Heraklion, Heraklion Regional Unit, Region of Crete, GreeceHeraklion Lighthouse
Fountain Karavola
Kornarou Square
EscapeRooms Gr
photo of view of Statue of Eleftherios Venizelos in Thessaloniki, Greece,Heraklion Greece.Statue of Eleftherios Venizelos
Neoria Vechi, 1st Community of Heraklion - Central, Municipality of Heraklion, Heraklion Regional Unit, Region of Crete, GreeceNeoria Vechi
Venetian Gate St. George, 1st Community of Heraklion - Central, Municipality of Heraklion, Heraklion Regional Unit, Region of Crete, GreeceVenetian Gate St George
Heraklion Museum of Visual Arts

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Day 1

Day 1 – Heraklion - arrival day

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  • Kornarou Square
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Your cheap holiday experience in Greece begins as soon as you arrive in the vibrant city of Heraklion, where you'll stay for 8 nights. The city offers a variety of budget-friendly hotels and places to stay, and you'll find yours conveniently located in downtown Heraklion.

Begin your sightseeing with a visit to Kornarou Square. This sightseeing destination is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 487 reviews.

It's now time to discover the mouthwatering delights of Heraklion, where top-quality dining experiences blend seamlessly with budget-friendly options. Check out the city's best dining options, offering a tantalizing array of flavors to satisfy every palate.

You could check out Peskesi, one of locals’ top restaurant options in the area. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 9,953 customers, and is a great place to enjoy a satisfying meal after a busy day of exploring.

Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Swing Thing and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 512 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific vacation in Crete and a cheap city break experience in Heraklion!

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Day 2

Day 2 – Heraklion

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  • Heraklion Archaeological Museum
  • Venetian Gate St George
  • Statue of Eleftherios Venizelos
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Day 2 of your affordable vacation in Crete offers you another 24 hours to go on exciting new adventures in Heraklion, where you still have 7 nights left to stay.

Be one of the day’s first visitors at Heraklion Archaeological Museum. This archaeological museum is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 27,882 visitors. Attracting more than 104,717 yearly visitors, it’s a top sight you don’t want to miss.

When you’re finished at Heraklion Archaeological Museum, head to Venetian Gate St. George. This one-of-a-kind sightseeing destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 109 reviews.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit Statue of Eleftherios Venizelos. This portrait statue is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 478 visitors.

To make your affordable city break in Heraklion more special, check out all the available tours and tickets you can add to your vacation package! You’ll find that the city offers many top-rated and low-priced tours you can try out on this day of your cheap holiday.

It's now time to discover the mouthwatering delights of Heraklion, where top-quality dining experiences blend seamlessly with budget-friendly options. Check out the city's best dining options, offering a tantalizing array of flavors to satisfy every palate.

One musty-try restaurant is Merastri. This restaurant offers good food at reasonable prices and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,788 customers.

Mare Coffee Bar & Food is a great spot where you can enjoy a refreshing drink after an active day. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,867 customers.

Make every minute count while you’re on this amazing city break adventure. Enjoy making new friends and lasting memories in this fabulous cheap holiday destination, Heraklion, Crete!

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Day 3

Day 3 – Heraklion

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  • EscapeRooms Gr
  • Morosini Fountain
  • Venetian Loggia
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On day 3 of your fun city break and affordable travel experience in Heraklion, you’ll see more of the best places to visit, eat, and relax in the city. With 6 nights left to stay in the area, you still have plenty to discover!

When you're ready to see some sights, EscapeRooms. Gr is a great place to start with. This sightseeing destination is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 451 visitors.

Another popular attraction you can visit today is Morosini Fountain. This fountain has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 21,698 travelers.

We also recommend a stop at Venetian Loggia. The point of interest has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 839 visitors.

To make your affordable city break in Heraklion more special, check out all the available tours and tickets you can add to your vacation package! You’ll find that the city offers many top-rated and low-priced tours you can try out on this day of your cheap holiday.

Indulge in the culinary wonders of Heraklion, where exceptional dining and drinking experiences await at unbeatable prices. Explore the city's diverse venues, ensuring a memorable culinary journey for every visitor.

After a long day of exploring, we recommend you try Apiri greek_eatery, one of the top-rated restaurants in the city. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,190 customers and is a great place to relax and enjoy a comforting meal.

After dinner, look back into the highlights of today’s adventure and visit one of the best bars in Heraklion, Central Park. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,471 bar-goers.

There’s no better way to celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday experience in Crete! Raise your glass and relax after another amazing city break adventure in Heraklion!

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Day 4

Day 4 – Heraklion

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  • Ενετικό Φρούριο Rocca a Mare
  • Heraklion Lighthouse
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On day 4, you’ll explore the city and discover what makes the fabulous Heraklion a popular cheap holiday destination in Crete. As you'll be staying another 5 nights in Heraklion, you have plenty of time to visit the top attractions in the area, check out the best-rated restaurants, and more. Make sure to have a full breakfast because day 4 of your city break in Heraklion will be an adventure.

Start your sightseeing with a visit to Rocca a Mare Fortress. This point of interest is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Heraklion, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,496 visitors.

Heraklion Lighthouse is another popular place of interest you can visit today. The average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 721 reviews gives you an idea of other visitors’ experience at this attraction.

To make your affordable city break in Heraklion more special, check out all the available tours and tickets you can add to your vacation package! You’ll find that the city offers many top-rated and low-priced tours you can try out on this day of your cheap holiday.

As this day progresses, satisfy your hunger and quench your thirst at one of the city's best restaurants and bars. Many restaurants in Heraklion offer good food and drink options at even better prices; the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Crete.

You could check out Μεζεδοπωλείο "Η Αυλη", one of locals’ top restaurant options in the area. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 1,012 customers, and is a great place to enjoy a satisfying meal after a busy day of exploring.

Xalavro Open Bar is an excellent example of a great bar in Heraklion offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,916 customers.

Celebrate another amazing day enjoying cheap holiday deals during your budget city break in Heraklion!

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Day 5

Day 5 – Heraklion

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  • Ενετικό Λιμάνι Ηρακλείου
  • Neoria Vechi
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Day 5 of your affordable vacation in Crete offers you another 24 hours to go on exciting new adventures in Heraklion, where you still have 4 nights left to stay.

Drop by the renowned Venetian Port of Heraklion. This popular sightseeing destination has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,844 visitors.

Another unforgettable place to experience is Venetian Shipyards / Vechi. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 211 visitors, this point of interest deserves a spot on today's sightseeing itinerary.

To make your affordable city break in Heraklion more special, check out all the available tours and tickets you can add to your vacation package! You’ll find that the city offers many top-rated and low-priced tours you can try out on this day of your cheap holiday.

A cheap, budget vacation in Heraklion should not stop you from enjoying incredible food and refreshing drinks. When you're ready for the best dining and bar experiences in Heraklion, try some of our top recommendations.

Vourvourladikon is an excellent example. Here, you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,141 customers.

One great example is Ntoré Gastronomy. This bar offers various snacks and drinks at affordable prices and has an impressive average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,213 customers.

Toast to another opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday experience in Heraklion, Crete!

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Day 6

Day 6 – Heraklion

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  • Historical Museum of Crete
  • Natural History Museum of Crete
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On day 6 of your fun city break and affordable travel experience in Heraklion, you’ll see more of the best places to visit, eat, and relax in the city. With 3 nights left to stay in the area, you still have plenty to discover!

When you’re ready for some sightseeing, make your way to Historical Museum of Crete. This much-appreciated museum is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars in 1,478 reviews.

Next up is Natural History Museum of Crete. This natural history museum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,778 visitors.

To make your affordable city break in Heraklion more special, check out all the available tours and tickets you can add to your vacation package! You’ll find that the city offers many top-rated and low-priced tours you can try out on this day of your cheap holiday.

When it's time to eat or savor a refreshing drink, treat yourself to a delightful dining and drinking experience without paying more than necessary. Heraklion has restaurants and bars for all budgets, perfect for cheap holiday-goers.

One place locals and cheap holiday-goers recommend is The Home. This restaurant is known for its delicious and comforting foods and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 555 customers.

Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Crop and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,200 customers.

Raise a toast and enjoy celebrating another amazing day of your affordable city break in Crete. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and unique flavors of your destination, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

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Day 7

Day 7 – Heraklion

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  • Church of Agios Minas
  • Heraklion Museum of Visual Arts
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On day 7, you’ll explore the city and discover what makes the fabulous Heraklion a popular cheap holiday destination in Crete. As you'll be staying another 2 nights in Heraklion, you have plenty of time to visit the top attractions in the area, check out the best-rated restaurants, and more. Make sure to have a full breakfast because day 7 of your city break in Heraklion will be an adventure.

Kick off the day at Agios Minas (St. Menas), a top pick for today’s sightseeing. This eastern orthodox church is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 3,671 reviews.

Today is also your chance to visit Heraklion Museum of Visual Arts. Heraklion Museum of Visual Arts is a museum with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 66 reviews.

To make your affordable city break in Heraklion more special, check out all the available tours and tickets you can add to your vacation package! You’ll find that the city offers many top-rated and low-priced tours you can try out on this day of your cheap holiday.

Going on cheap, budget vacations in Crete shouldn’t stop anyone from dining at top-rated restaurants and bars. More than just an affordable travel destination, Heraklion is also home to a variety of excellent dining and drinking spots. When it’s time for a meal, we recommend you try some of the city's best places to eat and enjoy refreshing drinks.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Heraklion is Λίγο Κρασί Λίγο Θάλασσα. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 4,264 customers.

Complement this refreshing day with an equally refreshing drink at one of the best bars in the city of Heraklion, Kuzina Casual Food. This bar offers a variety of liquors at different price points and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,188 customers.

Make every minute count while you’re on this amazing city break adventure. Enjoy making new friends and lasting memories in this fabulous cheap holiday destination, Heraklion, Crete!

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Day 8

Day 8 – Heraklion

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  • Venetian Walls of Heraklion
  • Fountain Karavola
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Day 8 of your affordable vacation in Crete offers you another 24 hours to go on exciting new adventures in Heraklion, where you still have 1 night left to stay.

Begin your sightseeing with a visit to Venetian Walls of Heraklion. This city walls is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 1,135 reviews.

Next up, make your way to Fountain Karavola. This sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 819 reviews.

To make your affordable city break in Heraklion more special, check out all the available tours and tickets you can add to your vacation package! You’ll find that the city offers many top-rated and low-priced tours you can try out on this day of your cheap holiday.

Discovering the culinary wonders of Heraklion is a must-do on your budget-friendly vacation! When hunger strikes, make your way to one of the city's top dining spots.

An excellent option with an exciting menu is Hacienda. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,372 customers.

Visit The Garden, an excellent place to enjoy a couple of drinks. This bar is one of the locals’ favorite hangout spots and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,056 customers.

There’s no better way to celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday experience in Crete! Raise your glass and relax after another amazing city break adventure in Heraklion!

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Day 9

Day 9 – Heraklion - departure day

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  • Grave Monument of Kazantzakis
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Your city break in Heraklion is coming to an end, and it’s soon time to say goodbye to this fabulous cheap holiday destination. Day 9, or your departure day, is your chance to make the most of your affordable vacation in Crete.

As you approach the end of your journey in Crete, take a moment for some retail therapy in Heraklion’s celebrated shopping district. Thanks to your stay’s premier location, you can easily visit the city’s commercial hubs and wander through its diverse range of local shops without rushing.

Whether you’re on a hunt for an ideal present to give to your friends or family, or looking for a personal memento to remind you of Crete, a variety of items are waiting for you.

If you'd rather pass the time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Heraklion is the remarkable Nikos Kazantzakis Grave. This sightseeing destination and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,691 visitors.

Before you conclude your city break in Heraklion, drop by a top-rated restaurant for your last chance at a memorable dining experience in the city. Savor the destination's vibrant atmosphere over a delicious meal.

One musty-try restaurant is KOUZEINERI. This restaurant offers good food at reasonable prices and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,957 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Heraklion and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with the best city break memories from your terrific and cheap vacation experience in Crete!

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