Big Bus: Heraklion Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour

Book Online! Explore Heraklion's history and architecture from the top of a double-decker Crete hop-on-hop-off bus with a 24-hour ticket.

Explore the city of Heraklion on an action-packed flexible hop-on, hop-off bus tour
A Heraklion (Crete) Hop-on Hop-off trip will take you around Heraklion's most notable monuments.
Explore the archaeological sites of Knossos Palace and the Archaeological Museum
Take a stroll around the Venetian Walls or the Old Port Square.
In the old town, you may go shopping, visit museums, and dine at classic restaurants.
Hop on and off at more than 20 stops covering major spots.
Mobile voucher accepted. No need to print the tickets

Heraklion open-top bus tour, the first GREEK double-decker hop-on hop-off bus provider, will take you on a tour of Heraklion! Explore the scenery of Heraklion in Crete with our yellow open-top buses, which include an extra day on the 24-hour ticket. Get in touch with our culture, heritage, and architecture, and discover all about the old and modern city of Heraklion in eight languages.

Simply buy your ticket and board the Heraklion open-top, double-decker City Sightseeing bus, and start out to see the city's sights. Sit back, enjoy, and experience the 360-degree views of the whole loop as you listen to the informative onboard audio commentary to hear about the tales behind the attractions.

Make a point of seeing the magnificent Palace of Knossos archaeological site. Get off the bus here to discover its treasures: the semi-ruined and partially reconstructed palaces and courtyards of the Minoan capital of Crete between 3400 and 2100 BC. Explore King Minos' treasures and chambers, and learn the legend of the mythological Minotaur, the weird beast said to be housed in the palace's secret underground labyrinth. After you've had your fill of exploring here, board the bus and return to Heraklion to see what else is worth seeing.

Perhaps get off the bus to see the gorgeous Venetian Castle by the port, or get out at the Archaeological Museum to see its extensive collections of classical sculptures, frescoes, and other objects excavated from across the island.

The Heraklion open-top bus tour allows you to experience the city from above, combining enjoyment and knowledge, and is the ideal choice for you and your family!

24-Hour Heraklion (Crete) Hop-on Hop-off Ticket
Valid for Red Line (Heraklion)
Audio commentary in 8 languages (English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Greek, Russian)
Headsets
Free Wi-Fi

Meals
Hotel Transfers
Gratuity
Entrances to attractions

You can board the bus at any stop and voucher can be exchanged directly with the driver.
Mobile and Paper vouchers are both accepted at all stops.
You will receive a ticket in exchange for your voucher, which you must keep until the expiry date/ tour.
Please check your ticket to know when it expires.
After exchanging your voucher for a ticket, your voucher will no longer be valid.
In loss of voucher/ticket, company is not liable for any refund.
Flexible Voucher: You can use your ticket any day within 12 months from the tour booked.

Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Voucher Information: Mobile or Paper Vouchers are accapted!
Onboard Wi-Fi: Yes
Air Conditioning: Yes
Pets Allowed: No
Multiday tickets can only be used on consecutive days.
Infants can travel free and you do not require to book infant ticket.
Complimentary ear phones are provided, or you are welcome to use your own wired earphones with a jack connector
Tours operate in all weather, rain or shine. Refunds due to weather will not be granted unless the service is suspended as a result of weather.
Disclaimer: Due to traffic issues, public holidays, weather conditions and unforeseen circumstances, there might be sudden changes in the route or in the schedule. Traffic congestion and road closures- may cause delays and changes to the route. We’ll do all we can to provide a smooth and frequent service! No refund will be offered for any changes or cancellations due to any unforeseen circumstances.
Important Instructions: We recommend our all passengers please try to board the bus at first stop if possible. During high season, specially on weekends, buses can be full, we advise you must wait for the next buses. NO REFUND possible in such conditions.

Useful Downloads

Heraklion Route Map

PDF Document

Timetable

PDF Document

You must cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience to get a complete refund.
If you cancel your booking less than 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience, you will not be reimbursed.
Any modifications made less than 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience will not be allowed.
The cut-off times are determined by the activity/experience's local start time.
This activity/experience is weather dependent. If it is cancelled due to inclement weather, you will be given an alternate date or a full refund.