Women Only Crete Small Group Tour

Dates: June 6th - June 15th, 2027
Destinations: Chania, Rethymno, Heraklion
Trip length: 10 days / 9 nights

Overview

Spend 10 unforgettable days exploring Crete with a small group of like-minded women.

Who this trip is for

Women travelers who want connection, culture, and comfort without rushing from place to place. Come solo or with a friend. Leave with new memories, new confidence, and new friends.

Where we stay

Chania

Rethymno

Heraklion

What’s included

• 9 nights in boutique hotels

• Daily breakfast after Day 1

• Welcome & farewell dinner

• All listed tours, tastings, and experiences

• Local expert guides

• Ground transportation during the tour

• Arrival and departure airport transfers

What’s not included

International airfare, travel and medical insurance (required), tips for guides, alcohol unless noted, and meals not listed.

Group size and pace

Maximum 11 women for intimacy and flexibility. Expect easy-paced days with about 8,000–10,000 steps per day, balanced with free time.

A €500 non-refundable deposit secures your spot.

Payment plans available. Balance due 45 days before departure.
Comprehensive travel insurance required.

Why travelers love this tour

• Designed for women who love slow travel

• Just two hotel stays to minimize packing and unpacking

• A thoughtful mix of food, culture, history, and time to relax

• Hosted by an experienced female traveler who knows Greece

Ready to join us? Reserve your spot and get the packing list, hotel details, and access to our private group chat after booking.

Have Questions before you book? Set up a video or a voice call with our team. Calendar to book.

Read the Booking Terms and Conditions

Arrive in Heraklion and meet your driver for your included transfer to our hotel. After you settle in and freshen up, we’ll gather for a welcome drink to meet the group and ease into Cretan time.

In the evening, we’ll enjoy a welcome dinner together, sharing our first taste of local flavors and setting intentions for the days ahead.

Meals included: Dinner

Today, we explore Crete’s storied past with an archaeological tour at Knossos Palace.

With an expert guide, we’ll learn about the island’s ancient civilizations and see key sites that bring Cretan mythology and history to life.

After our tour, we will head to Chania, where we will base ourselves for 5 nights!

Meals included: Breakfast

Today we are going to start the day with a food tour around the Chania harbor! We will learn about Greek specialties and eat our way around the town!

Later, you are free to hit the beach, shop, or explore more of the idyllic streets of Chania.

Meals included: Breakfast & lunch

We will spend the day on a private boat exploring some of Crete’s most beautiful spots, including Balos Lagoon and Gramvoussa Island.

We will swim in clear turquoise water, relax on the beach, and snorkel around a shipwreck.

Along the way, we will visit hidden beaches and sea caves that are only accessible by boat.

Meals, drinks, and snorkeling equipment are included, making this a full day of relaxing, exploring, and enjoying the coastline together.

Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch

Today we'll discover some of western Crete's best food, wine, and olive oil.

Our first stop is the Cave of Saint John the Hermit, where we'll learn about Crete's history and visit the cave and nearby churches before tasting the famous healing holy water.

Next, we'll visit the award-winning Biolea Estate to learn how traditional stone-milled, cold-pressed olive oil is made, followed by a tasting overlooking the beautiful Cretan countryside. We'll also stop to see one of the oldest olive trees in the world.

The afternoon is dedicated to Cretan wine. We'll enjoy a tasting at Karavitakis Winery before ending the day at Manousakis Winery for a private cellar tour, an award-winning wine tasting, and a leisurely lunch featuring authentic local cuisine.

Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch

Today we'll experience the heart of Cretan hospitality with an authentic hands-on cooking class in the countryside.

Hosted by passionate locals, we'll learn how to prepare traditional Cretan and Greek dishes using fresh, local ingredients and recipes that have been passed down through generations. As we cook together, we'll hear stories about the island's culinary traditions and way of life, making this much more than just a cooking class.

Once everything is ready, we'll gather around the table to enjoy the delicious meal we've created together, paired with local wine and warm Cretan hospitality. Set against the backdrop of the White Mountains and the sea, it's the perfect way to experience the authentic flavors of Crete.

Meals included: Breakfast & lunch

Today we leave for our next adventure: Rethymno!

After checking into our boutique hotel, we can explore the town on our own.

We will meet later for an evening walking food tour!

Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner

Sail on a spacious catamaran with sunbeds, shaded lounges, and soft music.

Enjoy espresso, detox drinks, and exceptional service from a professional crew.

Gourmet Mediterranean lunch prepared by a top chef with local organic produce.

Unlimited wine, beer, and soft drinks from the open bar throughout the cruise.

Meals included: Breakfast & lunch

We will have our morning free in Rethymno before heading to Heraklion in the late afternoon.

We will check into our hotel and have an optional 90-minute audio walking tour of Heraklion.

Later, we will meet for our farewell dinner!

Meals included: Breakfast & dinner

Today we say goodbye! Private airport transfer included.

Depart Crete with new friends, renewed confidence, and a camera roll full of memories from your time on the island.

Meals included: Breakfast