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Athens & Crete (off-season travel)
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- Athens Sightseeing Tour (with Acropolis)
Short Description
Spend 7 nights exploring Athens and Crete, two of Greece's most popular destinations! Fly into Athens and dive straight into Grecian life. Get insider knowledge to two of Athens' top attractions, the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum, with an included half-day tour. You'll then have free time to explore on your own. Wander through charming Plaka or take in the excitement at Syntagma Square.
Hop on a fast flight from Athens to Crete, Greece's largest island known as the Great Island. From your base in Heraklion, Crete's largest city, explore Minoan palaces, wander through the old town of Chania and indulge in local delicacies to your heart's content. Dip your tours into pink sand beaches and watch golden sunsets over the Aegean Sea - what could be better?
Please note: While it's less crowded with tourists, November to March can be quiet on the Greek islands and not all establishments will be open during this time.
Destinations
GreeceActivities & Interests
Culture Historic sightseeing History Homestays & Cultural Immersion Independent Relaxing RetreatItinerary
Day 1 Welcome to Athens!
Upon arrival you will be met at the airport and transferred to your Athens hotel. Settle in then hit the streets for a taste of the capital. Visit Plaka, the oldest district of Athens, located under the Acropolis or enjoy shopping on Ermou, Kolonaki and Voukourestiou streets.
Day 2 Athens
After breakfast, an expert guide will take you to Constitution Square (Syntagma), the House of Parliament, the Memorial to the Unknown Soldier and the National Library. On your way to the Acropolis, you will see Hadrian’s Arch, the Temple of Olympian Zeus and stop at the Panathenaic Stadium, where the first Modern Olympic Games were held in 1896. Then visit the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum! After the tour, return to your hotel and spend the remainder of your day at leisure.
Day 3 Athens - Crete
In the morning, transfer to Athens Airport for your flight to Crete. Upon arrival, settle into your hotel then explore Greece's largest island known as the birthplace of the first advanced society on European soil.
Day 4 Crete
Begin your day in the stylish port town of Agios Nikolaos with its colorful blend of bars, traditional tavernas and upscale shops. The nearest beach at Kitroplatia is a lovely place to spend an hour or two. In the afternoon, head to the Palace of Knossos, considered Europe's oldest city and the capital of Minoan Crete. Take a tour of the ruins (additional cost) and imagine life as it was in Crete 2000 years ago. End your day with a sunset stroll in Rethymno, one of Crete’s most enchanting towns and home to authentic restaurants and lively nightlife.
Day 5 Crete
Begin your day at the pink sand beaches of Elafonisi and Balos in the southwest part of Crete. Like something out of a dream, these beaches get their exquisite color from tiny oysters called Foraminifera. The red shells are crushed in the sand, giving it a beautiful pink hue. After restful time at the beach, head to Chania Old Town with its remnants of Venetian and Turkish architecture. Stroll the charming narrow streets and pop into storefronts for authentic souvenirs. With a university and a modern part of the city, Chania retains its lively charm all year long. End your day back in Agios Nikolaos with a glass of wine overlooking the beautifully illuminated port.
Day 6 Crete
It's your last day in Crete! See Minoan artifacts at the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, or return to Chania or Rethymno. You might also want to check out the Samaria Gorge in western Crete, a favorite among hikers. Follow the trail running along the gorge, beginning at Xyloskalo just south of Omalos and ending in the coastal village of Agia Roumeli. Celebrate your last night in Crete with a meal of Cretan cheese, seafood and raki, a liquor distilled from grapes.
Day 7 Crete - Athens
Today you will transfer to the airport in Crete for your flight back to Athens. Upon your return to the capital, continue exploring its fascinating nooks and crannies that you may have missed the first time around.
Day 8 Depart Greece
It's time to say goodbye to Greece. You'll be transferred to Athens International Airport for your flight home.
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Details
Flight & Transport Inclusions
Roundtrip air to/from trip start & all internal transport
Group Size
Independent
Accommodations
- Athens Avenue Hotel
- Athenaeum Palace & Luxury Suites
- Athens Marriott
- Hotel Divani Caravel
- Hotel Galaxy
- Aquila Atlantis Hotel
- Electra Hotel Athens
- Amalia Hotel Athens
- Royal Olympic Hotel
- The Athenian Callirhoe Exclusive Hotel
- Titania
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