Venetian Crete, German-speaking Guide

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  • No booking fees
  • duration 4 days
  • tour type Group Request as private
  • age requirement 18-99 yrs
  • max group size 50
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Tour Code BM-45867
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in German
  • Starts/Ends Heraklion, Greece
HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes
  • Palace of Knossos: Get closer to the rich Greek past and visit the highlights of the Minoan civilization.
  • Heraklion city: Wander around the streets of Crete´s largest city and its administrative capital.
  • Agios Nikolaos: Agios Nikolaos is a charming coastal town, located close to the island’s capital, Heraklion.
  • Spinalonga: Enjoy a memorable boat trip to the magnificent island of Spinalonga and admire the impressive fortresses dating from the Venetian period.
  • Elounda: Unwind while visiting the picturesque fishing village in the lovely Mirabello Bay.
Start and end in Heraklion, the "Venetian Crete, German-speaking Guide" trip is a guided art and architecture trip that takes 4 days. You will travel through Heraklion in Greece. "Venetian Crete, German-speaking Guide" is a group trip which includes accommodation in hotels, transport, meals and others.

Join this memorable four-day tour that gives you the opportunity to discover fascinating Crete, learn about its history and mythology, admire its beauty, and indulge in the incredible local cuisine. Visit the Palace of Knossos and learn about the Minoan civilization, stroll the beautifully arranged streets and alleys of Crete´s capital, explore Agios Nikolaos, enjoy an unforgettable boat trip to explore the surroundings and get closer to the mesmerising countryside, while visiting Elounda, a picturesque fishing village that will conquer your heart.
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1: Arrival Crete
  • Day 2: Crete: Boat Trip To The Island Of Spinalonga (130km – 8 Hrs)
  • Day 3: Crete: The Palace Of Knossos And Heraklion Town (42km – 7/8 Hrs)
  • Day 4: Departure Crete
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Accommodation
  • 3 Nights' accommodation
  • Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Hersonissos Central or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Hersonissos Maris or similar 4*
  • Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Hersonissos Central or similar 3*
Meals
  • 3 Breakfasts
  • 3 Dinners
  • 1 Cretan Lunch on Elounda excursion (exluding drinks)
Transport
  • Air-conditioned shared transportation on Day 2 and 3
  • Inbound/Outbound air-conditioned shared transfers from/to Heraklion Airport
Guide
  • Operated with qualified local German speaking guide on a shared basis on Day 2 and 3
Others
  • All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: the Archaeological sites of Knossos, Archaeological Museum, the boat trip (shared basis) to the island of Spinalonga, Spinalonga island tour
  • Gouves or Chersonissos area:
  • OPTIONAL EXTRA:
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme
  • Flight tickets or visa fees
  • Airport taxes for domestic and international flights
  • Gratuities for driver and guide
  • Overnight city tax for the hotel overnights effective from January 1st 2018. Clients will have to pay the TAX on the spot at the hotels.
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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Venetian Crete, German-speaking Guide tour. You can cancel the tour up to 32 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 31 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 30 May 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 30 May 2024, a deposit is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 31 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Venetian Crete, German-speaking Guide tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Venetian Crete, German-speaking Guide tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

Know Before You Go

Please note that depending on the departure day the itinerary may be in a different order Please note that local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the tour contents without prior notice  Hotel early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms are subject to availability and are not guaranteed. The distances and travel times described in the itinerary may vary.  No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed Please note the clients will have to pay the TAX on the spot at the hotels Please note that the inbound airport-hotel transfers are included only as part of the package and if pre and post-night stay is booked as an extra. Otherwise additional transfers should be purchased separately.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

  • This tour has implemented smaller group sizes than normal, allowing for more personal space on the vehicles, sights visited, hotels and restaurants.
  • Hygiene protocols have been adopted on this trip. Wearing a mask, hand washing and general sanitizing has been implemented on this tour. Frequently touched surfaces are furthermore regularly disinfected.
  • Distancing measures have been implemented to safeguard against COVID-19.
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