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City exploration game
The 13th Key: The Conspiracy of Daedalus – The Tracker
4.7Player ratingA DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 135 min 4 km Heraklion App-guided
Play in
EnglishGerman
The experience
About this quest
Beneath the modern streets of Heraklion lies an ancient secret, guarded for centuries and hunted by a dark order known as the Shadows. Guided by your great-grandfather's cryptic journal, you must step into the shoes of the 'Tracker'.
Your mission: navigate the historic heart of Candia, uncover 13 hidden objects, and crack the ultimate master codes before the city's true history is erased forever. The Labyrinth awaits. Are you ready to follow the thread?
Your mission: navigate the historic heart of Candia, uncover 13 hidden objects, and crack the ultimate master codes before the city's true history is erased forever. The Labyrinth awaits. Are you ready to follow the thread?
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Embark on an epic 13-station adventure in Heraklion!
Explore iconic monuments & hidden fountains.
Discover real history blended with myth.
Solve riddles using your surroundings.
Collect letters to unlock an ancient cypher. Bring sharp wits & walking shoes.
Will you become the 13th Guardian?
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From your phone to the streets
A walk that turns into an adventure.
- 1
Open the app. You’re on your way.
Choose your pass, then open your quest in the Questo app. It guides you from the starting point.
- 2
Get outside. Follow your curiosity.
Discover real places and their stories on foot. Stop for a coffee or a photo, then pick up where you left off.
- 3
Crack a clue. Share a little victory.
Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.
CHOOSE YOUR PASS
How many are playing?
Get this questNo booking slot · play any dayFull refund until you start playing
BRING YOUR WHOLE GROUP
One city. Rival teams. Great stories together.
A school trip, a team day or friends out together. Turn your next outing into a little friendly competition.
Everyone for themselves
One player per phone. Solve clues on your own and race for the top spot on the final leaderboard.
Can a team share one phone?
Yes. Play together on one phone per team, or use your own phones and join the same team in the app. We recommend your own phones so everyone can take part.
Your walk, at a glance
Heraklion
A · Start
84WP+2W Heraklion, Greece
B · Finish
Leof. Dimokratias, Iraklio 713 06, Greece
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
The people behind the adventure
Created by dimitris kef.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by dimitris kef
WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT
Your adventure, with a playful twist.
1 / 4
Experience
- This quest
- Discover places through stories and clues in the app
- Guided walking tour
- Hear stories and ask a guide questions
2 / 4
Pace
- This quest
- Pause for a photo, a café or a longer look
- Guided walking tour
- Usually follows the guide’s schedule
3 / 4
Company
- This quest
- Explore with your own people or on your own
- Guided walking tour
- Private and shared group tours are available
4 / 4
Guidance
- This quest
- Directions and challenges in the Questo app
- Guided walking tour
- Live interpretation from a guide
Features and terms vary by experience. Check the details before booking.
Good to know before you play
- Step Into the Story
- Hidden History
- Loved by couples
- Family favourite
- Difficulty level: Medium 🟡🤔
- Ensure your phone is fully charged or bring along your trusty power bank
- Wear a hat and sunscreen, have enough water
- Varied terrain/elevation, may not be suitable for those with limited mobility
- Family friendly
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
What is The 13th Key: The Conspiracy of Daedalus about?
You become the Tracker, following a cryptic family journal through the historic heart of Heraklion. The fictional conspiracy asks you to locate 13 objects and break the master codes before a secret order does.
Is this experience self-guided?
Yes. The Questo app guides you from clue to clue without a guide or fixed start time, so you can start when it suits you and pause along the way.
How many accesses does our group need?
Classic quests sell access per device and player. Each person who wants to solve clues on their own phone needs their own access.
Keep exploring
Every quest. One year.
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Explore Questo giftsHISTORY AND CULTURE IN HERAKLION
A history-led way to explore Heraklion
The 13th Key: The Conspiracy of Daedalus – The Tracker is for visitors who want more context than a casual walk, but more freedom than a scheduled guided tour. The quest uses a route through Heraklion to connect clues, places and stories.
The route starts at Venetian Fortress Rocca a Mare and finishes at Eleftherios Venizelos over 4.1 km, with 13 challenge locations. Typical duration: 135 min; 4.1 km walking route; 13 challenge locations
Choose this for active, private discovery at your pace. Choose a guided historical tour or museum when expert live interpretation or curated exhibits matter more. Playable languages: English, German.
