Eleni

The passionate archaeologist

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  • I live in Heraklion
  • I speak Ελληνικά, English, Italiano
  • Verified Local host
  • Response time less than 6 hours

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Eleni

Ι was born and raised in Heraklion, and since then, I'm passionate about the island of Crete and its long history.

I hold a degree in History and Archaeology from the University of Crete. I completed the Tour Guides School's program and earned my Master's degree in Education in Rome.

As a Licensed Tourist Guide since 2016, I’ve had the good fortune of transforming my passion for travel and working with people into a successful career. I’m also incredibly privileged to have guided clients from all over the world on tours both locally and abroad. My mission is to show a different side of the world to my clients and help them gain a better and deeper understanding of the sites and destinations we visit. If you’d like to tour with me, please get in touch so I can start creating the perfect itinerary for you.

  • I live in Heraklion
  • I speak Ελληνικά, English, Italiano
  • Verified Local host
  • Response time less than 6 hours

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Unknown
1 June 2025
We had an excelent experience with Helen! A lot of information and very good recepcion! We recomend it! Eliane and MarceloThe best experience in Crete!
David
15 May 2025
Eleni was a great hostess for our food tour. She was very knowledgeable about the food and its preparation, taking us to well established and locally supported venues. Her knowledge of the area and the history of Crete were very important in making the experience exceptional. A lovely person with a joyful and charming personality. 10
Jon
28 August 2024
Really enjoyed our time exploring the Palace of Knossos. Eleni was very nice and knowledgeable about the ruins. She was also patient and accommodating with our kids who were struggling with the heat. Highly recommend.Informative tour, friendly guide
Nicola Ken
1 August 2024
David
1 June 2024
As an actual archaeologist and a local, Eleni was able to share truly interesting and differentiated insights into Knossos and Heraklion. The tour was excellent, we learnt lots and lots and all of our questions were answered in great detail Wonderful insights
Karen
29 May 2024
My whole family ages 24-65 enjoyed Eleni’s tour of Knosos and the Archeological Museum of Crete. She knows her history - not only of the ancients of Crete, but of other civilizations across the timeline. She is a good storyteller though and kept us all engaged and interested. Excellent and engaging guide!!
Tamara
23 May 2024
We were so happy to find Withlocals on our visit to Heraklion for a guided tour of Knossos with Eleni. She was communicative about arrangements that made everything smooth and her historical knowledge was amazing. She had a good itinerary, kept a good pace, adeptly answered our questions and we learned so much. I could not imagine visiting Knossos without a guide, but feel doubly grateful to have been led on our visit by Eleni! Knossos + Eleni = Awesome!
Jonathan
12 May 2024
Pleasant, helpful, friendly and extremely knowledgeable about the history and archeology of the area. Fantastic guide!!!Superb guide!

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