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Crete & Santorini Discovery

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8 daysDuration
Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants
16 peopleMaximum group size
12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Moderate
Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.
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Highlights

Hike the Samaria Gorge on the island of Crete.

Enjoy the beach and the sea from the villages of Agia Roumeli and Loutro.

Visit the ancient Palace of Knossos from Herakilon.

Take in the views from the caldera walk on the island of Santorini

Itinerary

If the beauty of Greece is calling your name, the Crete & Santorini Discovery trip delivers eight days of sun-drenched adventure and cultural discovery. Start in Chania, exploring the ancient Palace of Knossos and learning about Europe’s earliest civilizations. Sail past the Aegean’s breathtaking vistas, enjoy an optional sunset cruise from Oia, and take on the dramatic Samaria Gorge hike for a truly immersive experience. This small group tour includes accommodation, meals, and seamless transport, making it easy to indulge in both relaxation and adventure. The USP: a thoughtfully curated blend of archaeological wonders, island beauty, and active exploration—perfect for travelers eager to discover Greece beyond the ordinary.

day 1Chaniá

Arrive at any time.

Accomodation
Ellinis Hotel Chania (or similar)
Included Activity
Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr
Optional Activities
Old Venetian Harbour Visit Take a stroll through the Old Venetian Harbour. Originally built the Venetians as a commercial port between 1320 and 1356, it is now home to quaint cafes and restaurants. Marvel at various monuments preserved from different areas of colonial rule along the way., Archeological Museum of Chania Spend some time at the Archaeological Museum of Chania, housed in a beautiful 16th century Franciscan monastery. Among hundreds of artifacts recovered across the Cretan islands, find clay tablets and vessels from early Minoan settlements, as well as mosaics and sculptures brought by Roman settlers., Maritime Museum of Crete , Koum Kapi Beach Take a stroll along this beautiful beach, just outside of the walled town.

day 2Chaniá/Agia Roumeli

day 3Agia Roumeli/Loutro

day 4Loutro

day 5Loutro/Irákleion

day 6Irákleion/Santorini

day 7Santorini

day 8Santorini

What's Included

Accommodation
Hotels (7 nts)
Meals
7 breakfasts
Note: Allow USD310-405 for meals not included.
Transport
Ferry, Local Bus, Private Vehicle, All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Guide
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Included activities
Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and GroupSamariá Gorge hikeBeach time at Agia Roumeli and LoutroPalace of Knossos visitOrientaion walk of FiraCaldera walk from Fira to Oia on Santorini

Customer Reviews

5.0

based on 4 reviews
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Sudha RVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

Good overall, breakfast could be better. Maybe a little better accommodation.

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Mythri RVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

Lovely trip to Crete, showing the highlights of the island. It was nice to visit the smaller villages that I wouldn’t have known of. Beautiful scenery, clear blue water, and nice pebble beaches. The CEO Sakis was excellent and helped navigate us throughout the trip and recommended some really nice restaurants and bakeries. Ending in Santorini to see a different island with completely different vibe was a good way to end the trip.

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Cindy CVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

This was a trip not to be missed!! The beauty of the country was breathtaking, and having an opportunity to explore remote villages and hikes with almost no other people around was magical. I loved the entire experience!

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Jacqueline SVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

I enjoyed the camaraderie of small group size and I especially enjoyed going to places off the beaten tourist paths. I loved exploring areas only available only by boat/ferry. I loved the feeling of being alone on beaches or in my small group without hordes of other tourists around.

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