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Crete & the Greek Islands
15 DAYS FROM £934
On Thursday the 3rd of May we joined our cruise ship the ship was very good, the staff excellent, our complaint was being told when we arrived on the boat that all trips had to be paid for we have travel with Archers before and the only extra we where told about. I would like to point this out to other travels who might be under the same impression that myself and many other's where under. It put extra cost's to our holiday that we had not budgeted for. There is no mention of this in your brochure.
The cruise itself was fantastic, the sights out of this world.
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Thanks Paul. At each port of call the cruise lines are able to offer a variety of excursions and we believe it's better for our customers to choose the excursion of their choice rather than us deciding on their behalf. We do suggest local excursions in our brochure and website itineraries but we are always careful to highlight these as optional.
Explore the island of Crete before cruising the Greek Islands to discover the ancient civilisations and antiquities of Greece and Turkey.
Holiday highlights
Crete
Santorini
Piraeus for Athens
Istanbul
Mykonos
Patmos
Kusadasi
Rhodes
Your Price Includes
Flights: UK - Heraklion - UK
Accommodation as per cruise ship and hotel details
Meals: Full board on cruise ship and half board in hotel
Professional tour director on cruise and local representative in resorts
Transfers between the overseas airports, hotels and cruise ship
All local, port and airport taxes/service charges
Holiday Itinerary
DAY 1: UK - Heraklion, Crete.
Fly to Heraklion where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your chosen hotel for a two-night stay based on half board. (D)
DAY 2: Crete, Greece.
Settle into your hotel and relax by the pool. (B, D)
DAY 3: Crete - Santorini, Greece.
After breakfast transfer to the port of Aghios Nikolaus to embark your cruise ship. Your cruise includes full board from lunch today until breakfast on day 10. Your ship departs at lunchtime. In the afternoon, you arrive in Santorini, a crescent shaped island with sheer cliffs rising straight from the sea, on top of which are hundreds of white houses with breathtaking views over the flooded Caldera where your ship lies at anchor. Visit Thira town, thought by many to be the lost city of Atlantis. You can also join the optional excursion to the village of Oia with breathtaking views. (B, L, D)
DAY 4: Piraeus for Athens, Greece.
After breakfast why not join an optional half-day sightseeing tour of the Acropolis and Athens? The impressive Parthenon and the Acropolis museum are best viewed early in the morning before the day warms up and the crowds start appearing. Afterwards you will be given a tour of the city by coach before returning to the ship. (B, L, D)
DAY 5-6: Istanbul, Turkey.
Enjoy the best part of the day at sea arriving into Istanbul to catch the sunset over the Bosphorus. Half in Europe, half in Asia, Istanbul is divided by the Bosphorus whose shores are filled with wealthy private residences and exclusive restaurants. Enjoy an optional sightseeing tour and see some of the world's greatest historic treasures such as the Blue Mosque, with its precious Iznik tiles, and the Topkapi Palace, containing the treasures of Ottoman sultans. (B, L, D)
DAY 7: Mykonos, Greece.
Spend the afternoon wandering the white-washed lanes, teeming with fashionable jewellery, local art and pottery shops. The cafés and restaurants, which back right onto the waterfront and provide splendid views of the local harbour, are the perfect spot for a bit of people watching. (B, L, D)
DAY 8: Patmos, Greece - Kusadasi, Turkey.
Arrive in Patmos in the morning. Embark by tender for an optional excursion to the ancient monastery that dominates the island. In the afternoon, we arrive at Kusadasi, a colourful and lively port with plenty of shops, cafés and restaurants and a covered market. One of the highlights of your holiday will surely be an optional excursion to the 6,000 year old Greco-Roman ancient city of Ephesus. Your guide will take you down Kuretes Street to Celsus Library and the 20,000 seater amphitheatre, giving you an insight into what life was once like in the city. (B, L, D)
DAY 9: Rhodes, Greece.
For over 200 years this was the base of the Knights of St John during their crusades. Rhodes is a UNESCO protected walled town beautifully kept and preserved and only a short walk from the port. Stroll down the Street of the Knights, or visit the Palace of the Grand Masters. You can also join the optional excursion to the village of Lindos to visit the fabulous temple of Athena. (B, L, D)
DAY 10: Crete, Greece.
Disembark after breakfast and return to your chosen hotel for a further five nights on half board. (B, D)
DAY 11-14: Crete, Greece.
Time to relax and soak up the sun. Try and make time to visit the 4,000 year old Palace of Knossos the legendary home of the Minotaur. (B, D)
DAY 15: Crete - UK.
Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK. (B)
Note: Cruise itinerary is subject to change in cases such as adverse weather conditions and to avoid congestion in ports of call visited. All shore excursions are subject to a minimum number of participants.
Hotels
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View Holiday PhotosAnastasia
The family-owned Anastasia is a well-run property, providing a warm welcome to all guests. The hotel offers spacious, modern and well-equipped accommodation, and extensive sun terraces with views overlooking Stalis.
Location: 450m from the beach (reached by an underpass); 300m from the centre of Stalis and 1km from Malia.
Facilities: Swimming pool with free sunbeds and parasols; pool bar; restaurant serving buffet breakfast and evening meal; lounge bar; snack bar; TV area; internet access; minimarket; regular evening entertainment; barbecue; occasional Greek night.
Price inlcudes: Half board in a twin room with bath, shower and wc; air-conditioning; balcony or terrace.
Options: Twin room with sea view; superior room.
Official category: B class. -
View Holiday PhotosGrand Hotel Holiday Resort
A relaxing hotel in a peaceful setting amidst beautiful landscaped gardens with excellent views over the Mediterranean sea.
Location: 2.5km from Hersonissos; 300m from the pebble beach; restaurants nearby.
Facilities: 3 outdoor swimming pools and 1 indoor pool (heated) with free sunbeds and parasols; pool bar; buffet-style restaurant; lounge bar; snack bar; TV area; games room; sauna, gym, jacuzzi (charge).
Activities: Tennis (charge); regular daytime and evening entertainment.
Price includes: Half board in a twin room with bath and wc; air-conditioning; fridge; TV; balcony or terrace.
Options: Single room; sea view.
Official category: A class.
Cruise Ships
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View Holiday PhotosLouis Cruise Lines
Well-designed and comfortable in every way, Louis Cruise Lines operates small and friendly ships, combining modern facilities with high standards of comfort, personal service and safety. All Louis Cruise Line ships offer a wide range of facilities that include swimming pools, bars, restaurants, lounges, a cinema and a disco, and each ship provides a warm, friendly atmosphere, great dining options and a variety of on board entertainment. The capacity of each ship varies from about 650 to 1,000 passengers, making them ideal for cruising the Greek Islands.
Public Room & Facilities
Swimming pool; restaurant; bar; lounge/theatre with different shows each night such as cabaret, mime show, magician etc; casino; boutique/shops; card room/library; gym; lifts; doctor on board.
Dining
Your cruise includes full board. There is one main restaurant; breakfast and lunch are open seating with dinner taken at two sittings. There is no dress code during the day in the restaurant, but most passengers choose smart/casual attire for dinner (shorts and vest are not permitted in the dining room). During your cruise there will usually be a welcome and farewell gala dinner and a Greek night and a late night snack buffet. The service of the Greek officers and international crew is warm and friendly. Vegetarian meals or special dietary requirements should be requested at the time of booking.
Cabins
All cabins are air-conditioned, simply furnished and have en suite shower and wc. Your holiday price is based on a category F cabin, or you may choose to upgrade.
Options/Upgrades
Cabin Categories & Descriptions
F Standard 2 bed inside cabin
D Superior 2 bed inside cabin
B Standard 2 bed outside cabin
A Superior 2 bed outside cabin
TA Premium 2 bed outside cabin
Note: All ships are of the same standard and will have similar facilities to those outlined above. Some may also have additional facilities.
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