We Love —
- The largest of the Greek islands, Crete is an enchanting hub of dreamy villages, ancient treasures, sun-drenched beaches and crystalline waters.
- Home to soft, sandy beaches in the north, a cliff-studded coast in the south, rugged mountains and Europe’s largest gorge; Crete is the perfect destination for outdoor adventurers and beach-seekers.
- Our members will get to explore this spectacular island at their own pace as they drive from city-to-city along Crete's rugged coastline, with comfortable accommodation included along the way.
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Carefully selected by our experts especially for you
Your Destinations —
Heraklion
In just a few kilometers from Heraklion there is a mythic Minoen palace : Knossos Palace. You'll have a chance to visit the famous Minotaur’s labyrinth. Then, wander around the winding roads of the island to meet some villagers. Take an inside into a typical village of Agia Pelagia with its fantastic sand beach to spend a day in idleness. Discover a picturesque village of Fodele afterwards, a place with barely 600 habitants which gives you a moment of authenticity and pure nature.
Agios Nikolaos
This renowned sea region gives you pure delight due to its transparent waters and view on the mountains. Elounda is a place full of cultural treasures as the history of Spinalonga Island shows. This little island was occuped by the Venitians and the Ottomans in turn before welcoming lepers from 1903 to 1957. This small piece of land frozen in time will surprise you! Old stoned houses, handicraft outlets, taverns where you can taste fresh grilled fish and sumptuous landscapes take you to the North of Eloudna to Plaka, Vrouchas or Fourni.
Rethymno
In a few kilometers from Rethymno you can discover Bali, a fishermen’s calm village with its nice coves, its hotels and beaches. It must be interesting to take a look at the Armeni villages due to their tombs of Minoan times, at Spili in order to admire The Lion Fountain with cascading mountain water and also at Preveli and its monastery more to the South.Finally, in the West of Rethymno you can find Kournas Lake, the only lake in Crete with freshwater where it is possible to swim and to rent pedal boats.
Chania
A must-see is the Gramvoussa Island site and the Balos Lagoon. You can reach it by boat from Chania as well as on foot crossing the roads in the mountains. The charm of clear blue water which is in contract with white sand and rock mountains makes this place truly unique!
Our Offers —
7-Night Fly Drive Tour in 4* Hotels
7-Night Fly Drive Tour in 5* Hotels
10-Night Fly Drive Tour in 4* Hotels
10-Night Fly Drive Tour in 5* Hotels
Your Itinerary In Brief —
7 Nights
Day 1: Arrival in Heraklion
Day 2: Heraklion / Agios Nikolaos
Day 3: Agios Nikolaos
Day 4: Agios Nikolaos
Day 5: Rethymno
Day 6: Rethymno
Day 7: Rethymno / Heraklion
Day 8: Departure from Heraklion
10 Nights
Day 1: Arrival in Heraklion
Day 2: Heraklion / Agios Nikolaos
Day 3: Agios Nikolaos
Day 4: Agios Nikolaos
Day 5: Rethymno
Day 6: Rethymno
Day 7: Rethymno / Chania
Day 8: Chania
Day 9: Chania
Day 10: Chania / Heraklion
Day 11: Departure from Heraklion
Your Itinerary —
During their tour, our members will follow the itinerary as seen below.
7-Night Itinerary
Arrival in Heraklion. Collect the vehicle in the airport and drive to the hotel. Overnight stay in the region of Heraklion.
Day 2 : Heraklion / Agios Nikolaos
Drive to Agios Nikolaos. Free day and overnight stay in Agios Nikolaos.
Day 3 : Agios Nikolaos
Free day and overnight stay in the region of Agios Nikolaos.
Day 4 : Agios Nikolaos / Rethymno
Drive to Rethymno. Free day and overnight stay in the region of Rethymno.
Day 5 : Rethymno
Free day and overnight stay in the region of Rethymn.
Day 6 : Rethymno
Free day and overnight stay in the region of Rethymno.
Day 7 : Rethymno / Heraklion
Head for the capital of Crete: Heraklion. Free day and overnight stay in the region of Heraklion.
Day 8 : Departure from Heraklion.
Deliver the vehicle to Heraklion airport.
End of our services.
10-Night Itinerary
As seen in itinerary above.
Day 7 : Rethymno / Chania
Drive to the West of the island in the direction of Chania. Overnight stay in the region of Chania.
Day 8 : Chania
Free day and overnight stay in the region of Chania.
Day 9 : Chania
Free day and overnight stay in the region of Chania.
Day 10 : Chania / Heraklion
Head for the capital of Crete: Heraklion. Free day and overnight stay in the region of Heraklion.
Day 11 : Depart Heraklion
Deliver the vehicle to the airport of Heraklion.
End of our services. Please Note : Between 1 and 2 driving hours per day.
Your Tour Hotels —
Our members will stay at the following 4* or 5* hotels in Standard Rooms on a Half Board Dining Basis (breakfast and evening meal served in the main restaurant - excludes drinks).
4* Hotels
Heraklion: City Green Hotel 4* or Similar
Agios Nikolaos: Elounda Ilion 4* or Similar
Rethymno: Nefeli 4* or Similar
Chania: Kalyves 4* or Similar
Sleeps up to
5* Hotels
Agios Nikolaos: Royal Marmin 5* or Similar
Rethymno: Ikones 5* or Similar
Chania : Iolida Beach 5* or Similar
Sleeps up to
Please note: the bed for the 3rd guest sharing is likely to be a sofa bed or camp style bed. If any of these hotels are not available, hotels of a similar standard will be found.
Your Optional Excursions —
1-Day Jeep Safari: Lassithi Plateau - Dikti Mountains
End of excursion – 5.30 pm
Jeeps are for 4 people. You can drive as well as stay as a passenger accompanied by a guide in both cases.
Depart in the direction of the South. You'll cross olive forests to the Aski Village for a degustation of raki and olive oil. After that, you can take a walk to explore this authentic Cretan village. You'll continue your little trip passing by the villages of Amariano, Matia and Kastamounitsa. Starting from Geraki, you'll start going up to the Dikti mountains till you reach the point of 1000 meters. Here you make a stop for a barbecue (grilling - tzatzíki – Greek salad– fruit and drinks). After lunch, you'll go on higher into the mountains till 1900 meters where you can make a stop to admire a breathtaking view. Then, you'll go down to the Lasithi plateau, famous for its windmills. While crossing the plateau you will see the Kera and Krasi villages. Stop in Mochos in order to visit the Byzantine church and have a snack. Then, take the road back with fabulous views of Hersonissos and its region.
Samaria Gorges Hike
Meeting point and departure – your hotel (for the hotels between Aghia Pelagia and Malia)
Depart from your hotel in the early morning with a little 20-minute stop near Rethymno so that you can take breakfast. Then, you'll continue to the Omalos Plateau, to a 1250m height, for the departure point for your hiking. Hiking will take 5-6 hours with the finishing point next to the Libya Sea. During the route, you can admire caves where the Cretan people hid during the war. Enjoy the natural habitat of the renowned, wild Kri-Kri goats, alongside the various flora and fauna. The most impressive point is the “Iron Gates”, which are 300m in height and 3m wide. Afterwards, you'll reach the Agia Roumeli village where you can have lunch and swim in the Lybya Sea. From this village, you'll take a boat and travel alongside the coast to the Sfakia village.
Important: This excursion is for people in good physical condition. Comfortable footwear is necessary.
Creten Evening
This evening takes place in a little village surrounded by mountains and beautifully situated atop the cliffs of Hersonissos. The buffet meal includes Cretan traditional dishes and is accompanied by Cretan wine. The performance starts with pleasant traditional music and dances - you'll surely be taught some traditional Cretan dance steps!
Scuba Diving in Agia Pelagia
The price includes:
English-speaking scuba diving instructor
Scuba diving equipment
Snorkelling equipment (snorkel, flippers)
The transfers to and from your hotel
Please Note: People who suffer from respiratory problems are not permitted to sign up this diving program. The excursions may be modified or cancelled without prior notice (not enough participants, bad weather…)
Your Journey —
Flights: The flights included are with either a scheduled or no-frills airline and are subject to live availability and prices can change. You can choose your preferred departure times during the booking process. Please select your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ.
Car Hire: Car hire is included throughout this offer. It can be picked up and return at Heraklion Airport.