Venetian Crete, Private Tour

Description

An exceptional adventure to the land of Minos, Daedalus and Icarus, the Minotaur, Zorba, shining seas, starry skies, and gleaming beaches. Crete is the gem of the Mediterranean, meeting place of East and West. It is a sophisticated land of art and architecture. 

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS 

Palace of Knossos: Get closer to the rich Greek past and visit the highlights of the Minoan civilization.

Heraklion city: Wander around the streets of Crete´s largest city and its administrative capital.

Agios Nikolaos: Agios Nikolaos is a charming coastal town, located close to the island’s capital, Heraklion.

Spinalonga: Enjoy a memorable boat trip to the magnificent island of Spinalonga and admire the impressive fortresses dating from the Venetian period.

Elounda: Unwind while visiting 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: 

  • 3 nights' accommodation

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1-3 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: 

  • 3 Breakfasts
  • 1 Lunch (non-exclusivity on a local tavern)
  • 3 Dinners 

TRANSPORT:

  • Air-conditioned private transportation (Day 2-3)
  • 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)

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, sun glasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.

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