Luxury 10-Day Crete City Break in Heraklion

Your exciting luxury holiday begins as soon as you arrive in beautiful Heraklion. You will stay in the city for 9 nights and choose from some of the best luxury hotels in downtown Heraklion that are guaranteed to make you feel special.

Heraklion has plenty of sights, monuments, and places of interest for you to explore throughout your vacation. Luckily, you have plenty of time to do so for the next 10 days. Catch an early flight to get started with your sightseeing in Heraklion right away.

An attraction we recommend you check out today is Kornarou Square. This spectacular must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 485 visitors.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you treat yourself to a meal at one of the best restaurants in Heraklion.

Check out Peskesi. This restaurant offers a fantastic menu and impeccable service, deserving of its average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 9,953 reviews.

Locals also recommend Merastri as one of the best restaurants to have dinner at in Heraklion. Merastri is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,788 customers, including locals as well as travelers.

As your first day in Heraklion is coming to an end, retreat to a bar for some celebration.

One of travelers' and locals' favorite bars in the city is Swing Thing. This claim is supported by 512 customers who have rated it an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

If you want to continue your night somewhere else, head to another popular place like Central Park. This bar is a local favorite, with great drinks, lovely service, and an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,471 customers.

This is the time to raise a toast to the beginning of your special 10-day luxury holiday in Heraklion!

Wake up to day 2 of your luxury holiday in Heraklion. Today, you're going to experience the perfect blend of discovery, excitement, and indulgence. Take the opportunity to see the best sights, join the most exciting activities, and sample the finest restaurants in the city. Cherish the 8 nights you have left of your luxury holiday in Heraklion.

Start the day with a visit to one of the most recommended attractions in the city, the remarkable Statue of Eleftherios Venizelos, Irakleio. About 471 reviewers have rated this portrait statue and attraction an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

The popular Venetian Gate St. George is another unique sight you can experience in Heraklion today. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 109 visitors.

Make your way to the fantastic Heraklion Archaeological Museum, perhaps the most famous archaeological museum in Heraklion. More than 104,717 people visit Heraklion Archaeological Museum every year.

This is a highlight on travelers’ itineraries in Heraklion.

To make your day extra special, check out the available tours and tickets in the city. You can choose from a curated selection of the most popular tours and activities in Heraklion below. Add the tickets to your luxury holiday package to guarantee a spot on your preferred tour in the city.

After or in between exploring Heraklion, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in the city.

An excellent option is 7 Thalases, which is a popular restaurant with an exciting menu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,791 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant to consider is Apiri greek_eatery. This restaurant is popular with locals as well as travelers and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,190 customers.

After dinner, you can enjoy some downtime at your hotel or head out to a bar for a couple of drinks.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a day, pop into Xalavro Open Bar. This bar is considered one of the best in Heraklion and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,916 customers.

You may also want to check out Ntoré Gastronomy. Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your evening endeavors. Ntoré Gastronomy is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,213 customers.

Raise a toast to another amazing day of your luxury holiday in Heraklion! Get some rest at your hotel in preparation for yet another fantastic day in Crete.

Day 3 of your luxury itinerary in Heraklion will be filled with memorable experiences. With magnificent attractions, delicious food, and great entertainment, you're guaranteed a lovely day in the city. Make the most out of the 7 nights you have left of your luxury holiday in Heraklion.

Begin this beautiful day with a visit to a top-rated best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction in Heraklion, the Venetian Loggia. About 830 visitors have rated this attraction an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

The popular EscapeRooms. Gr is another top sight in Heraklion that locals and travelers often enjoy spending time at. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest, rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 445 visitors.

Exploring Heraklion's best attractions and hidden gems can make you quickly lose track of time. Make sure to grab something to eat and use this opportunity to learn more about Heraklion's culinary culture.

Mezedopoleio "I Ayli" is one of the most popular restaurants in Heraklion. Most people can find something that fits their taste from Mezedopoleio "I Ayli"’s excellent menu. Approximately 1,012 customers have rated this popular restaurant an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

If you’re in the mood for something different, check out Vourvourladikon. This Heraklion-based restaurant is one of locals’ favorites and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,141 customers.

If you’re up for getting a drink, consider going to Crop. Around 1,200 customers have given this incredible bar an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Locals of Heraklion also enjoy the drinks at Kuzina Casual Food. This place is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,188 customers and is one of the best you can experience in the city.

Go over your photos from the day, raise a toast, and rest your tired legs. Another wonderful day of your luxury holiday in Heraklion awaits!

Wake up to day 4 of your luxury holiday in Heraklion. Today, you're going to experience the perfect blend of discovery, excitement, and indulgence. Take the opportunity to see the best sights, join the most exciting activities, and sample the finest restaurants in the city. Cherish the 6 nights you have left of your luxury holiday in Heraklion.

Start the day with a visit to one of the most recommended attractions in the city, the remarkable Ag. Ekateríni Sinaitón (Museum). About 147 reviewers have rated this museum and attraction an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

The popular Church of Agios Minas and Pantanassa is another unique sight you can experience in Heraklion today. This attraction is an eastern orthodox church, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,606 visitors.

This is a highlight on travelers’ itineraries in Heraklion.

To make your day extra special, check out the available tours and tickets in the city. You can choose from a curated selection of the most popular tours and activities in Heraklion below. Add the tickets to your luxury holiday package to guarantee a spot on your preferred tour in the city.

After or in between exploring Heraklion, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in the city.

An excellent option is The Home, which is a popular restaurant with an exciting menu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 555 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant to consider is Ligo Krasi Ligo Thalassa. This restaurant is popular with locals as well as travelers and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,264 customers.

After dinner, you can enjoy some downtime at your hotel or head out to a bar for a couple of drinks.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a day, pop into The Garden. This bar is considered one of the best in Heraklion and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,056 customers.

You may also want to check out Casa Donato. Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your evening endeavors. Casa Donato is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 935 customers.

Raise a toast to another amazing day of your luxury holiday in Heraklion! Get some rest at your hotel in preparation for yet another fantastic day in Crete.

Day 5 of your luxury itinerary in Heraklion will be filled with memorable experiences. With magnificent attractions, delicious food, and great entertainment, you're guaranteed a lovely day in the city. Make the most out of the 5 nights you have left of your luxury holiday in Heraklion.

Begin this beautiful day with a visit to a top-rated best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction in Heraklion, the Heraklion Lighthouse. About 720 visitors have rated this attraction an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

The popular Rocca a Mare Fortress is another top sight in Heraklion that locals and travelers often enjoy spending time at. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,392 visitors.

Exploring Heraklion's best attractions and hidden gems can make you quickly lose track of time. Make sure to grab something to eat and use this opportunity to learn more about Heraklion's culinary culture.

Hacienda. Is one of the most popular restaurants in Heraklion. Most people can find something that fits their taste from Hacienda. ’s excellent menu. Approximately 2,372 customers have rated this popular restaurant an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

If you’re in the mood for something different, check out KOUZEINERI. This Heraklion-based restaurant is one of locals’ favorites and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,957 customers.

If you’re up for getting a drink, consider going to Veranda. Around 1,111 customers have given this incredible bar an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Locals of Heraklion also enjoy the drinks at News Cafe. This place is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 941 customers and is one of the best you can experience in the city.

Go over your photos from the day, raise a toast, and rest your tired legs. Another wonderful day of your luxury holiday in Heraklion awaits!

Wake up to day 6 of your luxury holiday in Heraklion. Today, you're going to experience the perfect blend of discovery, excitement, and indulgence. Take the opportunity to see the best sights, join the most exciting activities, and sample the finest restaurants in the city. Cherish the 4 nights you have left of your luxury holiday in Heraklion.

Start the day with a visit to one of the most recommended attractions in the city, the remarkable Fountain Karavola. About 814 reviewers have rated this best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

The popular Fortifications of Heraklion is another unique sight you can experience in Heraklion today. This attraction is a city walls, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,118 visitors.

This is a highlight on travelers’ itineraries in Heraklion.

To make your day extra special, check out the available tours and tickets in the city. You can choose from a curated selection of the most popular tours and activities in Heraklion below. Add the tickets to your luxury holiday package to guarantee a spot on your preferred tour in the city.

After or in between exploring Heraklion, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in the city.

An excellent option is Érganos, which is a popular restaurant with an exciting menu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,634 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant to consider is Eiffel. This restaurant is popular with locals as well as travelers and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,597 customers.

After dinner, you can enjoy some downtime at your hotel or head out to a bar for a couple of drinks.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a day, pop into PLASTELINA. This bar is considered one of the best in Heraklion and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 913 customers.

You may also want to check out Indigo. Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your evening endeavors. Indigo is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 809 customers.

Raise a toast to another amazing day of your luxury holiday in Heraklion! Get some rest at your hotel in preparation for yet another fantastic day in Crete.

Day 7 of your luxury itinerary in Heraklion will be filled with memorable experiences. With magnificent attractions, delicious food, and great entertainment, you're guaranteed a lovely day in the city. Make the most out of the 3 nights you have left of your luxury holiday in Heraklion.

Begin this beautiful day with a visit to a top-rated must-see tourist destination and attraction in Heraklion, the Venetian Shipyards / Vechi. About 210 visitors have rated this attraction an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

The popular Venetian Port of Heraklion is another top sight in Heraklion that locals and travelers often enjoy spending time at. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,727 visitors.

Exploring Heraklion's best attractions and hidden gems can make you quickly lose track of time. Make sure to grab something to eat and use this opportunity to learn more about Heraklion's culinary culture.

Koukouvagia is one of the most popular restaurants in Heraklion. Most people can find something that fits their taste from Koukouvagia’s excellent menu. Approximately 1,587 customers have rated this popular restaurant an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

If you’re up for getting a drink, consider going to DISH BAR PARTY RESTAURANT. Around 926 customers have given this incredible bar an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Locals of Heraklion also enjoy the drinks at Polytechneio Cafe. This place is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 647 customers and is one of the best you can experience in the city.

Go over your photos from the day, raise a toast, and rest your tired legs. Another wonderful day of your luxury holiday in Heraklion awaits!

Wake up to day 8 of your luxury holiday in Heraklion. Today, you're going to experience the perfect blend of discovery, excitement, and indulgence. Take the opportunity to see the best sights, join the most exciting activities, and sample the finest restaurants in the city. Cherish the 2 nights you have left of your luxury holiday in Heraklion.

Start the day with a visit to one of the most recommended attractions in the city, the remarkable Natural History Museum of Crete. About 3,734 reviewers have rated this natural history museum and attraction an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

The popular Historical Museum of Crete is another unique sight you can experience in Heraklion today. This attraction is a museum, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,448 visitors.

This is a highlight on travelers’ itineraries in Heraklion.

To make your day extra special, check out the available tours and tickets in the city. You can choose from a curated selection of the most popular tours and activities in Heraklion below. Add the tickets to your luxury holiday package to guarantee a spot on your preferred tour in the city.

After or in between exploring Heraklion, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in the city.

After dinner, you can enjoy some downtime at your hotel or head out to a bar for a couple of drinks.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a day, pop into Iridanos cafe-bar-bistro. This bar is considered one of the best in Heraklion and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 547 customers.

Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your evening endeavors.

Raise a toast to another amazing day of your luxury holiday in Heraklion! Get some rest at your hotel in preparation for yet another fantastic day in Crete.

Day 9 of your luxury itinerary in Heraklion will be filled with memorable experiences. With magnificent attractions, delicious food, and great entertainment, you're guaranteed a lovely day in the city. Make the most out of the 1 night you have left of your luxury holiday in Heraklion.

Begin this beautiful day with a visit to a top-rated best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction in Heraklion, the Creta Quad Safari. About 171 visitors have rated this attraction an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

The popular Heraklion Museum of Visual Arts is another top sight in Heraklion that locals and travelers often enjoy spending time at. This attraction is a museum, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 64 visitors.

Exploring Heraklion's best attractions and hidden gems can make you quickly lose track of time. Make sure to grab something to eat and use this opportunity to learn more about Heraklion's culinary culture.

Go over your photos from the day, raise a toast, and rest your tired legs. Another wonderful day of your luxury holiday in Heraklion awaits!

Your special luxury holiday in Heraklion is coming to an end and it’s soon time to say goodbye to the city.

Depending on how much time you have before your departure, this is your chance to get one last glimpse of Heraklion. Catch a later flight to enjoy some additional time exploring the city. Your luxury accommodation will be conveniently located for some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

If you still have time, we recommend visiting some of the attractions you may not yet have had the time to explore.

Nikos Kazantzakis Grave is a fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Heraklion. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular site of interest has an impressive average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,670 visitors.

You will then say farewell to Heraklion and begin your journey home. Now with a camera roll full of photos and your memory filled with happy moments from your unforgettable luxury holiday in Heraklion, Crete!