The Eco Bike tour with Alex is an unbelievable, must-have, experience that my family and I recommend to all. First and foremost, Alex truly tries his best to be an amazing guide while also treating everyone as his close friends. Riding the electric bikes through the countryside with unbelievable views along the way was one of the most memorable experiences we’ve had. The tour itself encompasses various aspects of the Cretan culture including olive oil tasting, wine tasting, and a surreal tour of Knossos Palace. Each individual tour was easily one of, if not the best, tours we have taken in Irakleio. Both the olive oil and wine tasting feature a tour of the cultivation process that is educational and interesting. Although the scenery speaks for itself, the guide that will accompany you at Knossos turns the tour into a wonderful story of the Minoan civilization. You will be taken to the most important parts of the Knosos Palace with the additional benefit of having an explanation of their significance. A word of caution that there is a bit of a learning curve to ride the electric bikes as they are motorized and also heavier than regular bikes; it may be difficult for someone who is not already very comfortable riding a bicycle, particularly through busy streets (at some points). Otherwise, we highly highly recommend this tour to everyone who visits Heraklion and if not this one then any tour with Alex as he is such a wonderful guide and a pleasure to spend time with.