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Discover Crete
8 DAYS FROM £569
Take a leisurely look at Greece's 'Great Island', birthplace of Zeus and centre of the ancient and glorious Minoan civilisation.
Included Highlights
Lassithi Plateau
Dikte Cave
Cretan Olive Oil Farm Visit
Knossos
Heraklion Museum Visit
Soude Allied War Cemetery
Chania
Lake Kournas Visit
Included in the Price
Flights: UK - Heraklion - UK
Accommodation on tour in twin room with private facilities
Meals as per hotel details
Professional tour director
Transfers between overseas airport and hotels
All local and airport taxes/service charges
Holiday Itinerary
DAY 1: UK - Crete.
Fly to Heraklion airport where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Aghios Nikolaos for a four night stay.
DAY 2: 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. Relax on one of the beaches, wander around the busy harbour and try out the lively tavernas.
DAY 3: Lassithi Plateau, Dikte Cave & Cretan Olive Oil Farm.
Our full day included excursion brings you into the mountains above the north-east coast of Lassithi Plain, once home to 10,000 windmills. On the way to Psihro you'll pass traditional villages before arriving at the deep and mysterious Dikte Cave, birthplace of Zeus and shelter to his mother according to legend. Afterwards, a visit will be made to a Cretan Olive Oil Farm where there will be a chance to see Cretan production methods and to sample local produce.
DAY 4: 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 fascinating optional excursions.
DAY 5: Aghios Nikolaos - Rethymnon. Knossos & Heraklion Museum.
Enroute to Rethymnon we will visit the Cretan capital Heraklion for an included guided tour of the Palace of Knossos and the Heraklion Museum. Marvel at the intriguing Minoan culture evident in Crete's best archaeological site at Knossos, home of the famous Labyrinth where Theseus fought the Minotaur. It's then onto the priceless exhibition of relics from the ancient Crete and Minoan civilisation on display at Heraklion Museum. Rethymnon will be your base for the next three nights.
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.
DAY 7: Soude Allied War Cemetery, Chania & Lake Kournas.
This included full day excursion starts with a visit to the Soude Allied War Cemetery and then onto delightful Chania, a former capital with a colourful Venetian harbour. You'll have time to wander around the shops that sell the high quality leather goods this charming town is renowned for. 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.
DAY 8: Crete - UK.
Transfer to Heraklion airport for your flight to the UK or stay an extra week at your chosen Rethymnon hotel.
Your resorts and choice of hotels in Crete
Aghios Nikolaos
The perfect base for exploring, Aghios Nikolaos is one of Crete's most popular resorts. It is set on a small hilly peninsula between the sea and stunning Lake Voulismeni and offers superb views of Mirabello Bay. There are a number of beaches to choose from, a host of restaurants and lively tavernas around the busy harbour and ample shopping, yet it still retains much of its traditional charm.
Transfer time from Heraklion to Aghios Nikolaos 1hr and 30 mins approximately.
Rethymnon
With its mosques and minarets, Rethymnon has a Turkish feel, particularly in its old quarter, centred around the quaint Plateia Petitikhaki square. The town's fishing harbour, lined with restaurants, is one of the prettiest places on the island.
Transfer time from Rethymnon to Heraklion 1hr and 30 mins approximately.
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Hermes
Situated in a truly excellent location close to the resort centre and beach, overlooking beautiful Mirabello Bay. Spacious sun terraces with superb panoramic bay views surround the rooftop pool.
Location: 300 metres from the resort centre; a tunnel from reception takes you under the road to the sea terrace or it's 500 metres to the sandy Ammoudi Beach.
Facilities: Swimming pool with free sunbeds and parasols; Aegean bar with daily happy hour; diving centre; poolside snack bar; gym; sauna and solarium; weekly evening entertainment.
Price includes: Half board in a twin room with private facilities; hairdryer; balcony or terrace; TV (some satellite channels); fridge; air-conditioning (15 Jun to 15 Sep).
Options: Single room; twin with sea view.
Official category: A class.
Ideon
Ideally located in the heart of the Old Venetian town near the waterfront with a host of tavernas and bars close by. The hotel has been recently refurbished and has excellent service.
Location: Close to the old harbour and 450 metres from the beach.
Facilities: Swimming pool with free sunbeds and parasols; pool bar serving snacks; restaurant; lounge bar with TV area; lift; safety deposit box in bedrooms; fridges available on request.
Price includes: Bed and breakfast in a twin room with bath, shower and wc; balcony or terrace; air-conditioning.
Options: Half board; twin with sea view; single room.
Official category: B class. -
View Holiday PhotosHermes & Theartemis Palace
Hermes
Situated in a truly excellent location close to the resort centre and beach, overlooking beautiful Mirabello Bay. Spacious sun terraces with superb panoramic bay views surround the rooftop pool.
Location: 300 metres from the resort centre; a tunnel from reception takes you under the road to the sea terrace or it's 500 metres to the sandy Ammoudi Beach.
Facilities: Swimming pool with free sunbeds and parasols; Aegean bar with daily happy hour; diving centre; poolside snack bar; gym; sauna and solarium; weekly evening entertainment.
Price includes: Half board in a twin room with private facilities; hairdryer; balcony or terrace; TV (some satellite channels); fridge; air-conditioning (15 Jun to 15 Sep).
Options: Single room; twin with sea view.
Official category: A class
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 100 metres from the sandy beach and 2 kilometres from the Old Town.
Facilities: Swimming pool; poolside snack bar; lounge bar; sauna and fitness room; fortnightly Cretan evening and barbeque; table tennis; pool table.
Price includes: Half board in a twin room with bath or shower; wc; hairdryer; fridge; air-conditioning (1 Jun-30 Sep); balcony or terrace.
Options: Single room; twin with pool view.
Official category: A category.
Holiday Extensions
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Why not choose to extend your holiday with an extra week in beautiful Rethymnon?
Accommodation on Extensions
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Ideon
plusIdeally located in the heart of the Old Venetian town near the waterfront with a host of tavernas and bars close by. The hotel has been recently refurbished and has excellent service.
Location: Close to the old harbour and 450 metres from the beach.
Facilities: Swimming pool with free sunbeds and parasols; pool bar serving snacks; restaurant; lounge bar with TV area; lift; safety deposit box in bedrooms; fridges available on request.
Price includes: Bed and breakfast in a twin room with bath, shower and wc; balcony or terrace; air-conditioning.
Options: Half board; twin with sea view; single room.
Official category: B class. -
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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 100 metres from the sandy beach and 2 kilometres from the Old Town.
Facilities: Swimming pool; poolside snack bar; lounge bar; sauna and fitness room; fortnightly Cretan evening and barbeque; table tennis; pool table.
Price includes: Half board in a twin room with bath or shower; wc; hairdryer; fridge; air-conditioning (1 Jun-30 Sep); balcony or terrace.
Options: Single room; twin with pool view; suite.
Official category: A class.
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