Itinerary
- Intro
Introduction
- Day 1
Heraklion
Heraklion- Accommodation
- Hotel (GDM Megaron, Historical Monument Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Stroll through Heraklion to see the historic Venetian Loggia and city life
- Visit Agios Titos Cathedral to admire its architectural transformation
- Marvel at the Lion Fountain, the bustling symbol of the city
Landmarks Nikos Kazantzakis Airport Venetian Loggia Agios Titos Cathedral Lion Fountain 
- Day 2
Heraklion
Heraklion- Accommodation
- Hotel (GDM Megaron, Historical Monument Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Walk through the labyrinthine ruins of the Palace of Knossos
- View the famous Snake Goddess statues at the museum
- Examine the mysterious Phaistos Disc on display
- Take a walk along the massive Venetian Walls for panoramic views of the city
- Pause at the Venetian Loggia to admire the Renaissance architecture
Landmarks Palace of Knossos Heraklion Archaeological Museum Snake Goddess Phaistos Disc Venetian Walls Venetian Loggia 
- Day 3
Mount Stroumboulas - Tylissos
Mount Stroumboulas - Tylissos- Accommodation
- Hotel (Delina Mountain Resort)
Optional Activities
- Descend into the circular Voulismeno Aloni sinkhole at the feet of Mount Stroumboulas
- Hike the trail up Mount Stoumboulas to reach the chapel of Profitis Ilias
- Savor homemade cheese pies at the family-run Doxa restaurant
- Explore the quiet, well-preserved Minoan settlement at Tylissos
- Drive through the striking limestone cliffs of Goniano Gorge
Landmarks Mount Stroumboulas Voulismeno Aloni sinkhole Profitis Ilias chapel Tylissos Goniano Gorge Doxa restaurant - Day 4
Psiloritis
Psiloritis- Accommodation
- Hotel (Delina Mountain Resort)
Optional Activities
- Visit the Psiloritis UNESCO Geopark Information Center in Anogia to understand the dramatic geology
- Experience the shepherd's life at O Topos tou Voskou
- Stand at the head of the Mygia Gorge at the Stefana pass
- Explore the ancient mountain palace of Zominthos
- Enter the legendary Ideon Andro Cave, the mythical childhood home of Zeus
Landmarks Psiloritis UNESCO Geopark Psiloritis UNESCO Geopark Information Center Anogia O Topos tou Voskou Mygia Gorge Stefana pass Zominthos Ideon Andro Cave 
- Day 5
Anogia
Anogia- Accommodation
- Hotel (Delina Mountain Resort)
Optional Activities
- Understand Cretan music roots at the Music and Dance Center
- Try a traditional Galaktompoureko milk pie at Meintani Square
- Visit the House of Nikos Xilouris to honor the legendary musician
- Explore the frescoes in the old church of St. John near Armi Square
- Discover authentic craftsmanship at the local woodcarving workshops
Landmarks Music and Dance Center Meintani Square House of Nikos Xilouris St. John church Armi Square - Day 6
Axos - Vossakos
Axos - Vossakos- Accommodation
- Hotel (Eleven Boutique Suites)
Optional Activities
- Explore the stalactites and stalagmites of Sfedoni Cave
- Watch local artisans at work in the woodcraft shops of Axos
- Marvel at the twisted geological formations at the Vossakos Folds
- Visit the quiet and historic Vossakos Monastery
- Drive through the scenic mountain passes of the Geopark
Landmarks Sfedoni Cave Axos Vossakos Folds Vossakos Monastery - Day 7
Margarites - Arkadi
Margarites - Arkadi- Accommodation
- Hotel (Eleven Boutique Suites)
Optional Activities
- Visit the historic and moving Melidoni Cave
- Stroll through the pottery workshops in the village of Margarites
- Admire ancient artifacts at the modern Eleutherna Archaeological Museum
- Pay homage at the iconic Arkadi Monastery, a symbol of Cretan freedom
- Enjoy traditional local cuisine at a family-owned tavern in Margarites
Landmarks Melidoni Cave Margarites Eleutherna Archaeological Museum Arkadi Monastery 
- Day 8
Patsos - Meronas - Visari - Fourfouras
Patsos - Meronas - Visari - Fourfouras- Accommodation
- Hotel (Keramos)
Optional Activities
- Relax with a coffee at Café Gidospito near the Potamon Dam
- Hike the green and refreshing Agios Antonios Gorge in Patsos
- Explore the traditional stone houses and plane trees in the village of Meronas
- Taste homemade delicacies at Stin strofí tis gefsís in Visari
- Visit the stone village of Fourfouras, a hub for E4 trail hikers
Landmarks Potamon Dam Café Gidospito Agios Antonios Gorge Patsos Meronas Stin strofí tis gefsís Visari Fourfouras - Day 9
Zaros - Gergeri - Rouvas Forest - Apomarma
Zaros - Gergeri - Rouvas Forest - Apomarma- Accommodation
- Hotel (Keramos)
Optional Activities
- Take a relaxing loop walk around the tranquil Zaros Lake
- Drive to Gergeri, the gateway to the southern mountains
- Immerse yourself in the ancient oak and cypress groves of the Rouvas Forest
- Visit the chapel of Agios Ioannis nestled in the woods
- Savor a hearty dinner under the giant plane tree at the taverna in Apomarma
Landmarks Zaros Lake Gergeri Rouvas Forest Agios Ioannis chapel Apomarma 
- Day 10
Prinias - Krousonas - Livadi Plateau
Prinias - Krousonas - Livadi Plateau- Accommodation
- Hotel (GDM Megaron, Historical Monument Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Discover the quirky geological site of Oi pites tis grias near Prinias
- Visit the central square of Krousonas to experience village life
- Find peace at the 16th-century Agia Irini Monastery
- Enjoy panoramic views from the lush Livadi Plateau
- Taste slow-cooked lamb and local greens at the Lavadi restaurant
Landmarks Oi pites tis grias Prinias Krousonas Agia Irini Monastery Livadi Plateau Lavadi restaurant - Day 11
Heraklion
HeraklionOptional Activities
- Enjoy a final moment of reflection before heading to Heraklion Airport
- Reflect on your journey through the Psiloritis Geopark while awaiting your flight
Landmarks Heraklion Airport Psiloritis Geopark
