Exploring Crete, Private Tour

What's Included

• Tour Guide

  Operated with English, German or French-speaking local guide (Day 2-4) on a private basis. English, German or French-speaking private escort on day 7.

• Accommodation

  7 nights' accommodation in Heraklion. Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Olympic Heraklion or similar 3*. Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Olive Green Heraklion or similar 4*.

• Meals

  7 Breakfasts, 7 Dinners, and 2 lunches (non-exclusivity at local taverns).

• Transport

  Air-conditioned private transportation throughout the tour (Day 2-7). Inbound/Outbound air-conditioned private transfers from/to Heraklion International Airport.

• Entrance Fees and Activities

  All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Spinalonga island tour & Elounda Port (boat trip on shared basis) (Day 2); the Archaeological site of Knossos and Heraklion Museum (Day 3); Rethymnon and Chania (Day 4); Land Rover tour and the birthplace of Zeus (Day 6); village of Archanes visit and Wine experience of 5 different wines & food pairing in Kounavoi (Day 7).

• Other

  Meet & Greet.

What's Not Included

• Zeus' Cave Entrance Fee

  Zeus' cave entrance fee is not included.
  
  

• Visa Fees

  Visa fees are not included.
  
  

• Domestic Flights

  Domestic flights are not included.
  
  

• International Flights

  International flights are not included.
  
  

• Drinks During Meals

  Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise) are not included.
  
  

• Optional Tours

  Optional tours (if any) are not included.
  
  

• Unmentioned Visits

  Any visit not mentioned in the program is not included.
  
  

• Porterage and Gratuities

  Porterage and gratuities are not included.
  
  

• Personal Expenditures

  Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program are not included.
  
  

• Alcoholic and Non-Alcoholic Drinks

  Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any) are not included.
  
  

• Travel Insurance

  Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.
  
  are not included.
  
  

• Overnight City Tax

  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.
  
  

• Additional Transfers

  Please note that the inbound and outbound transfers are included only as part of the package or if pre and post-night stay is booked as an extra.
  
  Otherwise, additional transfers should be purchased separately.
  
  

Requirements

Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Greece. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sun glasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay. Walking shoes recommended for Zeus Cave visit.

Please Note

• Day 6: Long walks and climbs require appropriate shoes
• Private group transfers require all participants to arrive and depart with the same flight/time or same boat/time
• We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons
• Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
• No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed  
• In many hotels in Greece, the triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room
• 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.
  

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

• Day 1-7 Heraklion:     
• Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Olympic Heraklion or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Olive Green Heraklion or similar 4*

OPTIONAL EXTRA: 

• Pre/ Post-stay in Heraklion, on a half-board basis:
• Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Olympic Heraklion or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Olive Green Heraklion or similar 4*

Mode of Transport

Travel in comfort with air-conditioned private transportation throughout the tour (Day 2-7), including inbound and outbound transfers from/to Heraklion International Airport.

Accommodation

Enjoy 7 nights' accommodation in Heraklion, with options ranging from the 3-star Hotel Olympic Heraklion to the 4-star Hotel Olive Green Heraklion. Both standard and superior categories are available, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

• Day 1-7 Heraklion:     
• Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Olympic Heraklion or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Olive Green Heraklion or similar 4*

OPTIONAL EXTRA: 

• Pre/ Post-stay in Heraklion, on a half-board basis:
• Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Olympic Heraklion or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Olive Green Heraklion or similar 4*