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Treasures of Crete, Private Tour

Name: Treasures of Crete, Private Tour
Brand: Elife Travel
Price: 2766.65 USD
Availability: InStock

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Country:

Greece

Flight:

Not included

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Tour id:

205680

Operator:

Destination Services Greece
Length:

7 days
Group size:

50 pax
Age:

2 to 99
Difficulty:
Difficulty levels:
- Relaxing
- Easy
- Moderate
- Serious
- Heart-pumping

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Itinerary

It’s hard to pick our favourite Greek island, but Crete– the largest and most diverse of all – is undoubtedly a top contender for the title. As well as the usual Greek staples like amazing sunshine, cuisine and beaches, Crete boasts a truly distinct culture, rich heritage and breathtaking landscapes. From Venetian towns to dazzling mountains, Crete’s diversity makes it really stand out from the crowd.

Tour program

Day 1

ARRIVAL CRETE (22km – 30 min)

Arrive at the airport, where our representative will meet and greet you. Then transfer from Heraklion airport the hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure, exploring the delightful surroundings on your own. Dinner is included. Overnight in Heraklion.

Start point

Heraklion International Airport Nikos Kazantzakis (HER) Διεθνής Αερολιμένας Ηρακλείου Νίκος Καζαντζάκης, Νέα Αλικαρνασσός, Nea Alikarnassos, Crete, Greece

Day 2

CRETEDAY AT LEISURE

Begin your day with a delectable breakfast at the hotel. Then, relax on the beach or enjoy the day exploring the island on your own. Dinner is included. Overnight in Heraklion.

Day 3

CRETEBOAT TRIP TO THE ISLAND OF SPINALONGA (130km – 8hrs)

After a tasty breakfast, you will be picked up at your hotel to start discovering the hidden treasures of Greece. Spinalonga is one of the most famous spots in Crete, and sometimes called the ‘island of tears’ due to its past as a leper colony. It was initially a Venetian fortress, it became the home for hundreds of Greece’s lepers who were shipped there and formed a colony. Once there, you’ll take a guided walk around the remains of the colony. See its main street, still lined with the shops and houses where the lepers attempted to live ordinary lives. Later, you’ll sail back to Elounda, where you’ll have a typical Cretan lunch and have free time to walk around, do some shopping or go for a swim. Lunch and dinner are included. Overnight in Heraklion.

Day 4

CRETEPALACE OF KNOSSOS AND HERAKLION TOWN (42km – 7/8hrs)

After the rich breakfast served at the hotel, you will be picked up and transferred to the imposing Palace of Knossos. The landmark dates back to 1900 BC, it was the hub of Crete’s Minoan civilisation and where the fearsome Minotaur was said to have lurked in the labyrinth. Your guide will explain the myths surrounding the palace and its Kings as they lead you around its treasures. Then, visit Heraklion, see the Venetian lion fountain and the loggia that is now the Town Hall before finishing up at the entrance to the old harbour. Here, time is your own to explore. Take advantage also of the guided tour in the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion. Dinner is included. Overnight in Heraklion.

Day 5

CRETEWEST CRETE, RETHYMNON AND CHANIA (326km – 10/11hrs)

Enjoy a mouthwatering breakfast before your morning picks up. Today we´ll visit two of Crete’s cities, Chania (also known as Little Venice) and Rethymnon with its fascinating mix of Italian and Turkish influences both with picturesque harbour fronts. Your guide will take you on a tour of the old quarter, its quaint little neighbourhoods and backstreets that have been restored beautifully. Afterwards, make a visit to the lively Chania market hall with local produce and the famous leather lane before ending up at the breathtakingly beautiful Venetian port of Chania. Equally beautifully is the old town and harbour of Rethymnon, the second stop. You have free time in both to explore the winding back streets. A day full of discovery, beautiful scenery and history. Dinner is included. Overnight in Heraklion.

Day 6

CRETELAND ROVER SAFARI EXPERIENCE – EXPLORING MINOAN ROUTE (120 km – 8 hrs)

Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the hotel and head towards the central part of Crete to learn about its mythology, culture, flora, fauna and local life. Your adventure starts from the moment you meet your drivers, who will take you to your first stop, the Aposelimi dam. Continuing our journey through mesmerising paths and olive trees, we reach the ruins of the Roman aqueduct of Lyttos. Admire the beauty of the site and continue towards the quaint village of Kastamonitsa, where we join the locals for Raki and olive oil tasting. Afterwards, the real off-road adventure begins! We will climb high into the mountains and follow an ancient Minoan path that leads to a local shepherd, where you will have the chance to taste homemade cheese and encounter many species of wild animals. From here, we make our way to a magnificent viewpoint where we can see the Minoan path and the first sitting of the Lassithi Plateau. Making our way down onto the Plateau to explore, and from here we cross the Plateau and stop for a delicious traditional lunch with unlimited wine (vegetarian option available). We continue the adventure until we reach the village of Krassi, our last stop of the day. Catch a glimpse of the 2,000-year-old plane tree and learn about its natural spring water source. End this thrilling day with a transfer back to your hotel. Overnight in Heraklion.

Day 7

DEPARTURE CRETE (16/22km – 20/30min)

Begin your day with a rich breakfast at the hotel. Then, enjoy a transfer to Heraklion airport and continue with your travel arrangements.

End point

Tour Details

accommodation

6 nights' accommodation

Day 1-5 Heraklion:

Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Olympic Heraklion or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Olive Green Heraklion or similar 4*

OPTIONAL EXTRA:

Pre/ Post-stay in Heraklion, on a half-board basis:
Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Olympic Heraklion or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Olive Green Heraklion or similar 4*

flights

International flights are not included

guide

Operated with English or German or French-speaking local guide (Day 3-5) on a private basis

insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered.

meals

6 Breakfasts

6 Dinners

2 Lunches (non-exclusivity at local taverns)

optional

Other activities and services are not included

others

Pre/ Post-stay in Heraklion, on a half-board basis:

All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Spinalonga island tour & Elounda Port (boat trip on shared basis) (Day 3); the Archaeological site of Knossos and Heraklion Museum (Day 4); Rethymnon and Chania (Day 5); Land Rover tour (Day 6)

Meet & Greet

Visa fees

Domestic flights

International flights

Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise)

Optional tours (if any)

Any visit not mentioned in the program

Porterage and gratuities

Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program

Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)

Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.

Overnight city tax for the hotel overnights effective from January 1st 2018. Clients will have to pay the TAX on the spot at the hotels

Please note that the inbound and outbound transfers are included only as part of the package or if pre and post-night stay is booked as an extra. Otherwise, additional transfers should be purchased separately

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Day 6: Long walks and climbs require appropriate shoes

Private group transfers require all participants to arrive and depart with the same flight/time or same boat/time

We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons

Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed

No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed

In many hotels in Greece, the triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room

Please note that the inbound airport-hotel transfers are included only as part of the package and if pre and post-night stay is booked as an extra. Otherwise additional transfers should be purchased separately.

transport

Air-conditioned private transportation throughout the tour (Day 3-6)

Inbound/Outbound air-conditioned private transfers from/to Heraklion Airport

Good to know

Currency

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Euro

Greece

Customer reviews

Operator

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