Discover the rich artistic heritage of Crete on a delightful half-day tour that begins with a scenic 40-minute motorcoach ride to the charming town of Thrapsano, renowned for its ceramics and pottery. The artisans who live and work here are said to be descendants of potters from the Minoan era. Watch these skilled craftsmen at work as they take simple clay and sculpt pieces of art on the potter's wheel. You may even try it yourself. Shop for handmade souvenirs before returning to the motorcoach to travel back to Heraklion to visit the Archaeological Museum, noted for its galleries on the Minoan civilization of Crete. Key artifacts to see are the Phaistos Disk, Snake Goddess, Bull-Leaping and King of the Lilies frescoes. Conclude with a sightseeing tour of Heraklion to catch highlights including Platia Eleftherias, the city's largest square, before returning to port.