How is transportation between destinations handled?

Transportation between destinations is arranged through a combination of air and sea travel, ensuring timely transfers and comfortable journeys.

What types of payment do you accept?

We accept various forms of payment including credit cards, bank transfers, and possibly cash payments. Please confirm the acceptable payment methods at the time of booking.

What landmarks will we visit?

Key landmarks include historical sites in Heraklion and Santorini, such as the Knossos Palace and the Archaeological Museum. Details will be provided in your travel itinerary.

Are there any additional fees I should be aware of?

Additional fees may apply for optional activities, visa fees if applicable, travel insurance, and personal expenses. All potential fees will be clearly outlined in your travel documents.

What activities are included in the tour?

The tour includes a variety of activities such as visits to historical sites, guided tours, and optional recreational activities like wine tours.

What meals are included in the tour?

Details about included meals can be found in your itinerary. Typically, breakfast at hotels and some lunches during excursions are covered.

Is the private tour in Heraklion Crete included in the price listed on the website?

Yes, the private tour, including the Palace of Knossos and the Archaeological Museum, is included in the total cost.

Do you offer travel insurance?

Travel insurance can be arranged via third-party providers who partner with us. It is highly recommended for all travelers.

What are the options for hotel accommodations?

You can choose from 3-star and 4-star hotel accommodations. Each has been carefully selected to provide convenience and high standards of service and facilities.

What is the cancellation policy?

The cancellation policy includes free cancellation within a specified period and partial refunds thereafter. Specific details are outlined in the booking confirmation.

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Santorini & Crete: 3-Day Adventure with Knossos and Oia Sunset

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Start and end in Athens

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The other parts of the tour was amazing. However, the failure of the agents in Santorini to get us to the volcano dinner cruise was a very big disappointment.
Trini, traveled in July
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Operator: Private Tours Greece
Explorer: Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Private Tour: Travel exclusively with your friends and family
Self-guided: Independent exploration, backed by expert advice and support
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
Athens to Crete
Start point
Athina, Attica, Greece (Our driver will pick you up from your hotel in Athens, 05:00 - 07:00)
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
(Ibis Styles Heraklion Central (or similar) ), (Kastro Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Private guided tour of Palace of Knossos
- Olive oil production experience and tasting of three varieties with Cretan delicacies and balsamic vinegar
Landmarks
Palace of Knossos
Day 2
Crete to Santorini
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Theoxenia Hotel in Fira (or similar)), Hotel (El Greco Hotel in Fira (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Semi-private sunset cruise to Caldera with stops at Hot Springs of Nea Kameni, Aspronisi, Ancient Lighthouse, Akrotiri, and Indian Rock viewpoints, swimming and snorkeling at Red Beach and White Beach, Greek barbecue buffet on board (Greek salad, shrimp saganaki, grilled chicken and pork skewers, roasted vegetables, pasta with red sauce, stuffed vine leaves, and vegetarian options), and sunset viewing in Oia
Landmarks
Oia
Fira
Hot Springs of Nea Kameni
Red Beach
White Beach
Day 3
Santorini to Athens
End point
Athina, Attica, Greece (Our driver will drop you of at your hotel in Athens, 17:00 - 19:00)
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Palace of Knossos

Landmarks
Oia
Fira
Hot Springs of Nea Kameni
Red Beach
White Beach

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Where You'll Stay

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Ibis Styles Heraklion Central (or similar)
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Kastro Hotel (or similar)
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El Greco Hotel in Fira (or similar)
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Theoxenia Hotel in Fira (or similar)
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day 2
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Private Tours Greece

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Number of tours

Age Range

1 to 86 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

96%

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Be covered for any unforseen circumstances.

Traveler Reviews

4.0

Overall rating based on 1 Reviews

Itinerary
5.0
Transport
3.0
Guide
4.0
Accommodation
5.0
Food
4.0
Tour Operator
4.8

Trini
July 23rd, 2021
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While the trip was amazing the, failure of the agents in Santorini to get us to the volcano dinner cruise was a very...
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Traveled in July 2021
Reply from: Private Tours Greece
Hello Trini, We're pleased that you enjoyed most of the trip, and we apologize for any inconvenience caused regarding the volcano dinner cruise. Your feedback is valuable to us!
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Gerrit
Asked on March 18th, 2025
How is transportation between destinations handled?
Transport
- Private Tours GreeceOperator•Written March 2025
  Transportation between destinations is arranged through a combination of air and sea travel, ensuring timely transfers and comfortable journeys.
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Franziska
Asked on January 21st, 2025
What types of payment do you accept?
Payments
- Private Tours GreeceOperator•Written January 2025
  We accept various forms of payment including credit cards, bank transfers, and possibly cash payments. Please confirm the acceptable payment methods at the time of booking.
K
Karine
Asked on November 3rd, 2024
What landmarks will we visit?
Tour Details
- Private Tours GreeceOperator•Written November 2024
  Key landmarks include historical sites in Heraklion and Santorini, such as the Knossos Palace and the Archaeological Museum. Details will be provided in your travel itinerary.
J
Jan
Asked on April 27th, 2024
Are there any additional fees I should be aware of?
Price / Availability
- Private Tours GreeceOperator•Written April 2024
  Additional fees may apply for optional activities, visa fees if applicable, travel insurance, and personal expenses. All potential fees will be clearly outlined in your travel documents.
P
Pep
Asked on April 1st, 2024
What activities are included in the tour?
Tour Details
- Private Tours GreeceOperator•Written April 2024
  The tour includes a variety of activities such as visits to historical sites, guided tours, and optional recreational activities like wine tours.
M
Maaike
Asked on March 8th, 2024
What meals are included in the tour?
Meals
- Private Tours GreeceOperator•Written March 2024
  Details about included meals can be found in your itinerary. Typically, breakfast at hotels and some lunches during excursions are covered.
A
Annemarie
Asked on February 25th, 2024
Is the private tour in Heraklion Crete included in the price listed on the website?
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- Private Tours GreeceOperator•Written February 2024
  Yes, the private tour, including the Palace of Knossos and the Archaeological Museum, is included in the total cost.
J
Jose
Asked on February 3rd, 2024
Do you offer travel insurance?
Travel Support
- Private Tours GreeceOperator•Written February 2024
  Travel insurance can be arranged via third-party providers who partner with us. It is highly recommended for all travelers.
A
Alex
Asked on January 3rd, 2024
What are the options for hotel accommodations?
Accommodation
- Private Tours GreeceOperator•Written January 2024
  You can choose from 3-star and 4-star hotel accommodations. Each has been carefully selected to provide convenience and high standards of service and facilities.
J
Jan
Asked on December 20th, 2023
What is the cancellation policy?
Payments
- Private Tours GreeceOperator•Written December 2023
  The cancellation policy includes free cancellation within a specified period and partial refunds thereafter. Specific details are outlined in the booking confirmation.

From

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US $1,272 per person

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Price based on Shared Room

Price based on Private Single Room

Price based on Private Double Room

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Best price guarantee Learn More

Plan your adventure:

Good to Know

Tour ID: 200623

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Vaccines
- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Greece. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Greece. Ideally 2 months before travel.
Visa
- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
Payment information
- For any tour departing before May 14th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after May 14th, 2026, a minimum payment of 10% is required to confirm your booking with Private Tours Greece. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
- Some departure dates and prices may vary and Private Tours Greece will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
- The following cards are accepted for "Private Tours Greece" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
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- TourRadar is an authorized Agent of Private Tours Greece. Please familiarize yourself with the Private Tours Greece payment, cancellation and refund conditions.
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Santorini & Crete: 3-Day Adventure with Knossos and Oia Sunset

Itinerary

Athens to Crete

Included Activities

Crete to Santorini

Optional Activities

Santorini to Athens

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