Itinerary
- Day 1
Heraklion
HeraklionIncluded Activities
- Leader-led orientation walk of Heraklion
Optional Activities
- Visit Archaeological Museum of Heraklion
- Explore Palace of Knossos
- Visit Museum of Ancient Greek Technology by Kotsanas
- Dinner with the group
Landmarks Archaeological Museum of Heraklion Palace of Knossos Museum of Ancient Greek Technology by Kotsanas 
- Day 2
Heraklion to Omalos
Heraklion to Omalos- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided exploration of Knossos archaeological site
- Wine tasting at a nearby winery
- Travel to Omalos village
Landmarks Knossos Dourakis Winery 
- Day 3
Omalos to Sougia
Omalos to Sougia- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided hike through gorges with stop at Agia Eirini Gorge entrance
Landmarks Agia Eirini Gorge Sougia 
- Day 4
Sougia
Sougia- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional homecooked family lunch in rural area with seasonal local dishes)
Included Activities
- Boat trip with swimming stops
- Traditional homecooked family lunch in rural area
Optional Activities
- Explore coastal trails
- Swimming in coastal waters
- Beach relaxation
Landmarks Sougia - Day 5
Sougia to Chania
Sougia to Chania- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Local bus to Chania
- Guided tour of Chania Old Town including markets, Ottoman neighbourhood, Jewish quarter, and traditional artisan workshops
Optional Activities
- Dinner at a local restaurant
Landmarks Chania Old Town 
- Day 6
Chania
Chania- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Boat tour of Balos and Gamvousa Islands
- Kalitsounia workshop to learn traditional Cretan pastry making
- Dinner at a local restaurant
Landmarks Balos Island Gamvousa Island - Day 7
Chania
Chania- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Extended stay and further exploration of Crete (requires advance arrangement with booking agent)
