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1st Day: Pick up from Heraklion International Airport
Our English-speaking driver will pick you up from Heraklion International Airport according to your flight details and transfer you to your centrally located hotel.
From there, explore Heraklion city center at your leisure, where you can enjoy a meal, stroll through local markets, and experience the vibrant nightlife.
Accommodation: 4* Hotel in Heraklion
2nd Day: Heraklion Museum and Knossos Palace Guided Tour 4hrs
Visit the renowned Heraklion Archaeological Museum one of the most important museums in Greece and a must-visit destination for anyone exploring Crete. Located in the heart of Heraklion city, the museum offers a captivating journey through the island’s rich history, from the Neolithic period to the Roman era, with a particular focus on the Minoan civilization.
A guided tour of the Knossos Palace is not just a visit to an ancient site—it’s a journey back in time, revealing the mysteries and marvels of one of Europe’s earliest civilizations. This ancient palace complex brings to life the history, myths, and culture of Crete’s first advanced society, one of Europe’s earliest civilizations.
Accommodation: 4* Hotel in Heraklion
3rd Day: Lasithi Plateau - Agios Nikolaos – Elounda 6hrs
The Lassithi Plateau, nestled high in the Dikti Mountains of eastern Crete, is a tranquil and picturesque area known for its fertile fields, traditional villages, and fascinating myths. Among its highlights is the Dikteon Cave, one of Crete’s most famous landmarks, believed to be the legendary birthplace of Zeus. This combination of natural beauty, history, and mythology makes this tour a must for travelers seeking an authentic Cretan experience.
Continue to Agios Nikolaos a picturesque coastal town nestled on the shores of the Mirabello Bay, that offers travelers a perfect mix of relaxation, history, and adventure. At the heart of Agios Nikolaos lies Lake Voulismeni, a stunning, circular lake surrounded by cafes, tavernas, and colorful buildings. Steeped in mythology, it’s said to be bottomless and linked to Athena and Artemis. Today, it’s a perfect spot for a leisurely stroll or a meal with a view.
Located just a short drive from Agios Nikolaos, Elounda offers a unique blend of traditional Greek hospitality and upscale amenities, making it an ideal destination for travelers seeking relaxation and leisure time.
Accommodation: 4* Hotel in Elounda
4th Day: Elounda leisure – Spinalonga (optional)
Today, you will have the opportunity to either enjoy your day on the beach or take a boat trip to Spinalonga Island, a former leper colony with fascinating history. Explore this tiny island, originally built as a Venetian fortress, its narrow streets, and hauntingly beautiful ruins while learning about its fascinating history.
Accommodation: 4* Hotel in Elounda
5th Day: Sitia - Toplou Monastery - Vai – Ierapetra 8hrs
Your dream tour in Crete continues to the beautiful town of Sitia, where you will have a short coffee stop to enjoy some of the famous pastries and sweets, such as loukoumades, kalitsounia and galaktoboureko. Take the opportunity to take pictures of the harbor lined with cafes, tavernas, and bars, offering stunning views of the Aegean Sea.
Continue to Toplou Monastery, a 15th-century fortress-monastery renowned for its historical significance and beautiful surroundings.
Vai is famous for its natural palm grove, home to over 5,000 Cretan date palms and is the largest palm forest in Europe which creates a tropical-like setting that’s rare in the Mediterranean. The palms provide natural shade, making it an ideal spot to relax and escape the summer heat.
The day will come to an end at the most southern part of Crete, in the town of Ierapetra.
Accommodation: 4* Hotel in Ierapetra
6th Day: Ierapetra – Chryssi Island (optional)
Your tour in Crete will not be complete without a Boat Tour to Chryssi Island. With its exotic beauty, white and pink sand and crystal-clear waters is protected by the European program Natura 2000 as an “area of intense natural beauty” and also has been designated as a wildlife refuge. The island hosts the largest naturally formed Lebanon cedar forest in Europe. Spend the day relaxing, swimming, and enjoying this unique island.
Accommodation: 4* Hotel in Ierapetra
7th Day: Departure
You will be picked up from your hotel, according to your flight details and be transferred to the Airport of Heraklion for departure.
Our services end here
Places You’ll See

Knossos

Elounda

Spinalonga

Heraklion

Lasithi Plateau
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Cancelation Policy
30% deposit to confirm booking, fully refundable up to 40 days prior to arrival
Full payment required up to 20 days prior to arrival
Cancellations made 21-40 days prior to arrival are eligible for a 50% refund of the deposit.
No refunds will be given for cancellations made within the 20 days prior to arrival.
Cancellation requests will be accepted only in written
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