The Labyrinth of Crete, Private Tour

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, travellers 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. 

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Palace of Knossos: Knossos is the largest Bronze Age archaeological site on Crete and has been called Europe's oldest city. 

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 English or German or French-speaking local guide (Day 2, 3) on a private basis

ACCOMMODATION: 

  • 4 nights' accommodation

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1-4 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*

MEALS: 

  • 4 Breakfast
  • 2 Lunches (non-exclusivity at local taverns)
  • 4 Dinners

TRANSPORT:

  • Air-conditioned private transportation (Day 2-4)
  • Inbound/Outbound air-conditioned private transfers from/to Heraklion Airport

ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:

  • All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Spinalonga island tour & Elounda Port (boat trip on shared basis) (Day 2); the Archaeological site of Knossos and Heraklion Museum (Day 3); Land Rover tour and the birthplace of Zeus (Day 4)

OTHER:

  • Meet & Greet 

Excluded

  • Zeus' cave entrance fee
  • 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

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, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay. Walking shoes recommended for Zeus Cave visit.

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