Transfer and taxi to Heraklion

Heraklion is the capital of the island of Crete and the fourth largest city in Greece. According to the myth, the ancient city of Knossos was located in this area 2,000 years ago. Heraklion was officially founded in 824 year. Today the tourist activity of this city is one of the highest in Greece.

You can travel to the city from the airport or port by ordering a taxi: this is the most convenient way to travel. At the same time, high-quality transfer will save you from unnecessary worries and attempts of local Greek taxi - “bombils” to make money on trustful tourists.

Vacation in Heraklion, Crete, Greece

Heraklion is located in the middle of the north coast of the island. Mysterious and ancient, this city is the capital and the true pearl of the largest Greek island. It is named in honor of the great Hercules, who accomplished his feat on it. So, Heraklion tempts travelers with its sights and real Cretan spirit.

The weather in Heraklion

The weather in Heraklion is typical Mediterranean, mild throughout the year, with very hot days in summer and cold in winter. Summer begins at the end of May and lasts until the end of October. The temperature in August, which is considered to be the warmest month, is more than 30 degrees. From late October to early November, there is a noticeable decrease in temperature and an increase in rainfall. December is a month which is characterized by the highest rainfall and some snowfall that can occur in the surrounding mountains, and the average temperature is about 15 degrees Celsius. The best time to visit the city is June, which includes very pleasant sunny weather and an average temperature of 25-28 degrees.

Heraklion Attractions

Of course, the first and most important place that you must visit when you are in Crete is the Palace of Knossos. Knossos was the cultural center of the Minoan civilization. The palace resembles a labyrinth of workers and living quarters, as well as storage rooms, with a square in the center of palace.

Also worth visiting is the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, which is considered to be one of the most important museums in Greece. It contains the richest and most comprehensive collection of Minoan art in the world.

If you love the underwater world, do not forget to visit the Cretaquarium Aquarium.

Here you can see the Mediterranean Sea world and reveal the charm of its behavior, the variety of shapes and colors.

We have listed only a small part of the sights of Heraklion. To explore every corner of this city, you will need more than one day.

Russian-speaking taxi in Heraklion

In Crete, as in all parts of Greece, quite a lot of people speak Russian. However, taxi drivers can only say to you a few of the most common words, so they cannot help you with some specific questions or situations and it will be very hard for you to control the cost of the trip. Almost all drivers of the transfer from Aktis.Taxi speak Russian at a fairly high level. In any case, you have round-the-clock Russian-language support that will help you to solve all the problems you have.

Taxi fare to Heraklion

The price of the trip depends on the distance and class of car that you choose. Unlike a city taxi, you do not pay for additional services, such as a child seat or assistance with luggage. Also, you do not have to pay extra money in case of traffic jams and other delays during the journey, as well as for idle time and waiting. The amount does not change from the very moment of the order, and payment is made only after arriving at the destination.

The advantages of transfer from Aktis.Taxi

Ordering a transfer on our website or via a mobile application, you will receive a number of advantages:

• Russian-speaking driver meets you personally with a name plate in his hands.
• Russian-language support is available around the clock.
• a new car park with different classes of cars.
• air conditioning and Wi-Fi in cars.
• payment only for services rendered.
• free child seat.
• without prepayments.
• calculation after the trip.

Discover the magic of ancient civilization with Aktis.Taxi, and we will show you the real European service!