Discover Crete
Take a leisurely look at Greece's 'Great Island', birthplace of Zeus and centre of the ancient and glorious Minoan civilisation.
Rethymnon's beautiful waterfront
Beautiful Aghios Nikolaos
Charming harbour at Aghios Nikolaos
Traditional windmills on the Lassithi Plateau
Kera Monastery, near the Lassithi Plateau
Ruins of the ancient Summer Palace of Minoa, Malia
Remnants of the great hall at Minoa Palace, Malia
Ancient grain silos at Minoa Palace, Malia
Heraklion
Knossos - legendary home of the Minotaur
The ruins of the Palace of Knossos
Reconstructed sections show the former glory of the ruins, Knossos
How ancient Knossos may have looked
Rethymnon is a traditional fishing town
Rethymnon - perfect for beach-combers and sun-worshippers alike
Chania
Old Harbour, Chania
Orthodox Cathedral of Chania
Kourna Lake, Chania
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Your Itinerary
DAY 1: UK - Heraklion - Aghios Nikolaos.
Fly to Heraklion where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Aghios Nikolaos for four nights. (Meals as per hotel details).
DAY 2: Aghios Nikolaos.
You can spend the day exploring more of Aghios Nikolaos, one of Crete's most popular holiday resorts, and the surrounding countryside, or you could join one of our interesting optional excursions. (Meals as per hotel details).
DAY 3: Lassithi Plateau, Dikte Cave & Selinari.
Today, enjoy a full day included excursion, beginning with a picturesque drive up to the mountain-fringed plateau of Lassithi Plain, once home to 10,000 windmills. After admiring the lovely views, take a scenic drive, past traditional white-washed villages, to Psihro for a visit to nearby Dikte Cave. Reputed to be the birthplace of the great Greek god Zeus, you can take a stroll around the deep, cool cave to admire the extraordinary rock formations and unusual stalagmites and stalactites. This afternoon, continue to Selinari close to the area of the plateau to view the eagles hovering above and the quaint church set against the roadside, also a stop at Seli with its magnificent views across the island before returning to Aghios Nikolaos. (Meals as per hotel details).
DAY 4: Aghios Nikolaos.
Set on a small peninsula between the sea and Lake Voulismeni and offering excellent views of Mirabello, Aghios Nikolaos still retains much of its traditional charm. Enjoy a stroll around the bustling harbour area or relax in one the lively tavernas. (Meals as per hotel details).
DAY 5: Aghios Nikolaos - Heraklion Museum & Knossos - Rethymnon.
Today, visit the Cretan capital for a visit to the Heraklion Museum. Admire the priceless exhibitions of relics from ancient Crete and the Minoan civilisation before enjoying some free time in Heraklion. This afternoon, marvel at the intriguing Minoan culture evident in Crete's best archaeological site on an included guided tour of the legendary Palace of Knossos, home of the famous Labyrinth where Theseus fought the Minotaur. Later, continue to Rethymnon for three nights. (Meals as per hotel details).
DAY 6: Rethymnon.
The long sandy beach, quaint fishing harbour, charming old town and lively nightlife combine to make Rethymnon a popular place to holiday. Walk around the winding streets of the old town with their fountains and minarets and along the palm-fringed promenade, or relax at one of the bars, tavernas or cafés that line the waterfront. (Meals as per hotel details).
DAY 7: Soude Allied War Cemetery - Chania - Olive Farm - Lake Kournas.
Today's included excursion starts with a visit to the Soude Allied War Cemetery and then on to delightful Chania, a former capital with a colourful Venetian harbour. You'll have time to wander around shops selling the high quality leather goods this charming town is renowned for. After this you will visit an Olive Farm to see how olive oil is produced and for a chance to sample fresh local produce. On the way back to Rethymnon there's a visit to Lake Kournas, Crete's only official lake and an area of natural beauty, which is home to migratory birds depending on the time of year. (Meals as per hotel details).
DAY 8: Rethymnon - Heraklion - UK.
Transfer to Heraklion airport for your flight to the UK or extend your stay in Rethymnon. (Meals as per hotel details).
Resort Only Holidays
Rethymnon or Aghios Nikolaos
If you'd prefer to spend your holiday just relaxing by the pool or on the beach, you can choose to stay for a week at any of our hotels in Aghios Nikolaos or Rethymnon. Excursions are not included but can be booked from our representative in your resort. Please call or see our website for details.
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Discover Crete
Theartemis Palace
Double room with balcony, Theartemis Palace
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Theartemis Palace
This stylish hotel offers high standards of accommodation and service with a wide range of amenities and excellent entertainment.
Location: An ideal location just 100m from the sandy beach and 2km from the Old Town.
Facilities: Swimming pool; poolside snack bar; lounge bar; sauna; fitness room; fortnightly Cretan evening and barbeque; table tennis; pool table.
Price includes: Half board in a twin room with private facilities; hairdryer; fridge; air-conditioning (1 Jun to 30 Sep only); balcony/terrace.
Options: Single room; twin room with pool view; junior suite.
Official category: A class.
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Discover Crete
Price from £853.00
What's Included
- Flights UK - Heraklion - UK
- Accommodation as per hotel details
- Meals as per hotel details
- Services of a tour director on tour
- Transfers between overseas airport and hotels
- All local and airport taxes/service charges
All this included
- Lassithi Plateau
- Dikte Cave Visit
- Heraklion Museum visit
- Knossos Archaeological site visit
- Soude Allied War Cemetery Visit
- Chania Visit
- Olive Farm
- Lake Kournas
Departures from
- Birmingham
- London Gatwick
- Manchester
Departures between
22 May 2012 to 25 Sep 2012
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