The Labyrinth of Crete
Description
To Greeks, Crete is the Megalonissi (Great Island), a hub of spectacular ancient art and architecture. Fabled is the land of King Minos, it is a unique world where civilization is counted by the millennium. From every point of view, travelers discover landscapes of amazing variety. Mountains split with deep gorges and honeycombed with caves rise in sheer walls from the sea. Snow-capped peaks loom behind sandy shorelines, vineyards, and olive groves. Miles of beaches, some with a wealth of amenities and others isolated and unspoiled, fringe the coast. Join us to discover the Palace of Knossos, explore Spinalonga island, admire Lassithi Plateau and much more during this memorable five-day tour of the island.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Palace of Knossos: Known for being one of the oldest cities in Europe, Knossos is the largest Bronze Age archaeological site on the beautiful island of Crete.
Lassithi Plateau: The tranquil Lasithi Plateau, 900m above sea level, is an arrestingly beautiful expanse of green fields interspersed with almond trees and orchards.
Spinalonga: Boat trip to the magnificent island with fortresses dating from the Venetian period.
Elounda: Visit the picturesque fishing village in the lovely Mirabello Bay.
Included
TOUR GUIDE:
- Operated with local English speaking guide on a shared basis on day 2 and 3
ACCOMMODATION:
- 4 Nights' accommodation
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-4 Gouves or Chersonissos area:
Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Hersonissos Central or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Hersonissos Maris or similar 4*
OPTIONAL EXTRA:
Pre - Night in Gouves or Chersonissos area:
Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Hersonissos Central or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Hersonissos Maris or similar 4*
Post - Night in Gouves or Chersonissos area:
Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Hersonissos Central or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Hersonissos Maris or similar 4*
MEALS:
- 4 Breakfast
- 2 Lunches (1 lunch during Landrover Tour with unlimited wine and 1 Cretan Lunch in Elounda excluding drinks)
- 4 Dinners
TRANSPORT:
- Air-conditioned shared transportation throughout the tour
- Inbound/Outbound air-conditioned shared transfers from/to Heraklion Airport
ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:
- All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: the Archaeological sites of Knossos, Archaeological Museum, the boat trip (shared basis) to the island of Spinalonga, Spinalonga island tour, Land Rover Tour
Excluded
- Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme
- Flight tickets or visa fees
- Airport taxes for domestic and international flights
- Gratuities for driver and guide
- Optional tours
- 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
- Zeus Cave entrance fee on Day 4
Know before you go
Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Greece. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sun glasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
Walking shoes recommended for Zeus Cave visit.