Crete Vacation & Tour Packages

Itineraries: Heraklion, Khania, Omalos Plateau, Samaria, Ayia Roumeli, Loutro, Zaros, Heraklion, Crete, Greece
"Through the Samaria Gorge
We arrive in Crete at the old Venetian harbour-town of Heraklion. Our first visit is the Knossos Palace and then on to the beautiful town of Khania for lunch. We then begin our walk following pleasant hill trails on the Omalos Plateau (1100m), where traditional goat-herds tend their flocks. From here we descend the winding and awesome canyon of Samaria - Europe’s longest and most spectacular gorge (6-8 hour hike) - to emerge at the old fishing village of Ayia Roumeli, where we board the ferry to Loutro.

Cretan Village Life
Two days are then spent hiking along this dramatic stretch of coast, sculpted by deep ravines and dotted with old castles, ruined churches and forts. We discover secluded coves and sandy beaches, and perhaps make a sortie along ancient pathways to the Aradhena Gorge. Finally, we base ourselves in the lively Cretan village of Zaros (640m) - a thriving agricultural community in the foothills of the Idi Mountains. Here we vi..."

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Itineraries: Athens, Piraeus, Mykonos, Greece, Kusadasi, Ephesus, Patmos, Turkey, Heraklion, Santorini, Crete
"Day 1 (Saturday): ATHENS

You will be met and transferred to your hotel by your private driver.

Day 2 (Sunday): ATHENS

A morning tour of Athens and the Acropolis. Balance the day at leisure. Visit the day at leisure. Your sightseeing will feature the Archaeological museum, the Benaki Museum. Later on, you will stroll through the historic Plaka area.

Day 3 (Monday): ATHENS / PIRAEUS / MYKONOS

A private transfer to Piraeus for your sailing. Arrive at the Jet - Set island of Mykonos. Stroll through its labyrinth of small streets lined with white washed homes, churches, boutiques and cafes.

Day 4 (Tuesday): KUSADASI - EPEHESUS / PATMOS

Arrive Kusadasi in the morning. Visit the remarkable remnants of Ancient Greece, Christianity and Rome. Sail at noon for Patmos. Visit the Monastery of St. John where the book of Relevations was written.

Day 5 (Wednesday): RHODES

Arrive in the morning. Take an optional tour at the Acropolis of Lin..."

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Itineraries: Athens, Piraeus, Mykonos, Greece, Kusadasi, Ephesus, Patmos, Turkey, Heraklion, Santorini, Crete
"Day 1 (Wednesday): ATHENS

Yassou! You will be greeted and transferred to your hotel by your private driver. The evening is yours to explore Athens. Visit one of the night spots with bouzouki music in Plaka.

Day 2 (Thursday): ATHENS

A morning tour of Athens and the Acropolis will feature the Archaeological museum and the Benaki Museum. Enjoy lunch at a local Ouzeri for home cooked Greek delicacies. The afternoon is yours to spend at leisure.

Day 3 (Friday): PIRAEUS / MYKONOS

You will be transferred to Piraeus to embark on your Cruise Ship. Arrival in Mykonos in the afternoon. You will disembark and be transferred in time for your night in Mykonos!

Day 4, 5 & 6 (Saturday to Monday): MYKONOS

Enjoy the Sun of Mykonos by night and its sun drenched beaches by day. Scuba diving is also available in Mykonos. An optional excursion is available to Delos, an uninhabited island and archaeological treasure. You will Embark on Monday evening on your C..."

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Itineraries: Istanbul, Crete, Santorini, Mycenae, Olympia, Athens, Greece, Turkey
"Day 1 - 20 April. Istanbul, Bosphorous Cruise
Tour commences in Istanbul at 9am with Bosphorous Cruise. See marble palaces, ancient fortresses and wooden villas. This afternoon visit Istanbul university Botanical Garden.
Two Night Stay: Istanbul, Mamara Pera Hotel or similar
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Day 2 - 21 April. Istanbul, sightseeing
Today enjoy a full day sightseeing in Istanbul, visit the renowned Blue Mosque, famous for its beautiful Iznik tiles. See Topaki palace, Sultanahmet Square and underground cisterns. We also visit the Spice market and Grand Bazaar.

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Day 3 - 22 April. Gallipoli Peninsula and Canakkale
This morning we travel from Istanbul to the Gallipoli Peninsula, presenting a special chance for Australian and New Zealanders to pay their respects. Visit the museum, Anzac Cove, Lone Pine Cemetery and Ataturk?? Monument. Later we cross the Dardenelles to Canakkale.
Stay: Canakkale, Hotel Iris or similar
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Day 4 - 23 April...."

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Itineraries: Greece
"Eight days. Challenging cycling on paved and gravel roads, with days of optional hikes. Friendly mountains and dramatic coasts, complemented with historically significant sites, and an engaging and informed guide.

Crete, the central island in the eastern Mediterranean, boasts unique fauna, and "flowers of Crete" – a springtime miracle. Although it is the biggest Greek Island, it is very narrow. You can stand at heady heights and see the Mediterranean in both directions. From turquoise bays and beautiful beaches that enjoy 340 days of sunshine a year, you will ride deep into the land: Here, 1000 years before the classical Hellenistic tradition evolved, the famous Minoan culture built astonishing palaces, developed a commercial empire, and established the oldest known alphabet. They developed profound arts and skills, and now the Iraklion Museum of Archaeology is considered one of the most important in Europe.

Conquerors of many ilks have since wanted to exploit..."

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