Day 1: You will meet our drive at the Heraklion airport, have a half hour ride to our first resort located on the Peninsula of Agia Pelagia. Once we have completed your check-in, we encourage everyone to explore the surrounding breathtaking sights.
In the evening, we will gather together for a meet & greet dinner in the dining area
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Day 2: Time TBD; Explore the ancient and historic places of Crete on this tour, and discover some of the most iconic Greek locations in the whole country. See the cave where Zeus was born, and stand underneath the 2,400-year-old Writer's Plane Tree. Visit Mochos and wander its winding alleyways, and dive into the colorful city of Agios Nikolaos. Swim in the sea off the coast of Plaka, or take a boat to Spinaloga.
Mochos
Mochos is a mountainous traditional village and has its roots back in the second Byzantine period. The views on the way to Mochos are magnificent.
Krasi
Walk the cobblestoned streets and enjoy a refreshing beverage under the 2400-year-old plane tree, also known as the Writers' Tree.
Windmills Of Lasithi Plateau
Admire the stunning view from the mills and get some amazing photos
Cave of Zeus
Walk up to this ancient Minoan sacred cave, which is believed to be the birthplace of Zeus. Enjoy the stunning view on your way there.
Agios Nikolaos
Visit the vibrant city of Agios Nikolaos
Nisida Kolokythia
Visit Elouda, a village which has connected its name with many well-known people from pop stars to statesmen while maintaining its peaceful charm as a small fishing village.
Plaka
Visit Plaka, a picturesque tiny fishing village where you can have lunch, swim or simply enjoy the lush green surroundings.
Spinalonga (Kalydon)
Visit the islet of Spinalonga, a place associated with pain and love, desperation and fear. Spinalonga functioned as a leper colony until 1957 and grew in popularity after the publication of "The Island" by Victoria Hislop.
Day 3: Time TBD; Spend a day seeing the inland sights around Rethymno with a private guide, and discover a side of Crete beyond its beloved beaches. You'll visit some of the smaller island villages and a monastery as well as a natural landmark of St. Anthony Gorge where you will find open-air cafés and restaurants. Later afternoon, we will walk through to explore the archeological site of Knossos Palace. On the way back to the resort, we will stop at the Heraklion Port for a lovely evening walk around the port.
This evening, please have your baggage packed and ready for an early morning departure to the Fast Ferry as we embark on a journey to Santorini! Please wear comfortable shoes, as we will be wheeling our luggage onto the ferry.