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Treasures of Crete, German-speaking guide

7 days
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in German
Group Size 1 - 50
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Arrival in Heraklion

    Start point
    Heraklion International Airport Nikos Kazantzakis (HER) Διεθνής Αερολιμένας Ηρακλείου Νίκος Καζαντζάκης, Νέα Αλικαρνασσός, Nea Alikarnassos, Crete 714 08, Greece (Pick up at Heraklion Airport)
    Meals
    Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Hersonissos Central), Hotel (Hotel Hersonissos Maris)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore the surrounding area of Gouves or Chersonissos
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  2. Day 2

    Palace of Knossos and Heraklion

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Hersonissos Central), Hotel (Hotel Hersonissos Maris)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Palace of Knossos
    • Visit Heraklion (Venetian lion fountain, loggia/Town Hall, old harbour)

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion
    • Explore Heraklion independently
    Landmarks
    Palace of Knossos
    Archaeological Museum of Heraklion
    Venetian Lion Fountain
    Old Harbour of Heraklion
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  3. Day 3

    Spinalonga Island

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Typical Cretan lunch in Elounda (excluding drinks))
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Hersonissos Central), Hotel (Hotel Hersonissos Maris)

    Included Activities

    • Boat trip to Spinalonga Island
    • Guided tour of Spinalonga Island leper colony remains
    • Typical Cretan lunch in Elounda

    Optional Activities

    • Swimming in Elounda
    • Shopping in Elounda
    Landmarks
    Spinalonga Island
    Elounda
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  4. Day 4

    Free Day

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Hersonissos Central), Hotel (Hotel Hersonissos Maris)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Gouves or Chersonissos
    • Relax at the hotel
  5. Day 5

    Chania and Rethymnon

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Hersonissos Central), Hotel (Hotel Hersonissos Maris)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Chania old quarter
    • Visit Chania market hall
    • Visit Chania Venetian port
    • Guided tour of Rethymnon old town and harbour

    Optional Activities

    • Independent exploration of Chania backstreets and attractions
    • Independent exploration of Rethymnon backstreets and attractions
    Landmarks
    Venetian Port of Chania
    Chania Old Town
    Chania Market Hall
    Rethymnon Old Town and Harbour
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  6. Day 6

    Land Rover Tour through Central Crete

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional lunch on Lassithi Plateau with unlimited wine (vegetarian option available))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Aposelimi dam
    • Visit Roman aqueduct of Lyttos
    • Raki and olive oil tasting in Kastamonitsa
    • Hiking ancient Minoan path
    • Shepherd visit with homemade cheese tasting
    • Viewpoint of Lassithi Plateau
    • Exploration of Lassithi Plateau
    • Traditional lunch with unlimited wine (vegetarian option available)
    • Visit Krassi village and 2,000-year-old plane tree
    Landmarks
    Aposelimi Dam
    Roman Aqueduct of Lyttos
    Kastamonitsa Village
    Lassithi Plateau
    Krassi Village
  7. Day 7

    Departure from Heraklion

    End point
    Heraklion International Airport Nikos Kazantzakis (HER) Διεθνής Αερολιμένας Ηρακλείου Νίκος Καζαντζάκης, Νέα Αλικαρνασσός, Nea Alikarnassos, Crete 714 08, Greece (Drop off at Heraklion Airport)
    Meals
    Breakfast
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