Attractions
West Crete
Samaria Gorge
One of the most beautiful places in the world, and one the most popular tourist attractions in Crete. It's a long walk of 16km from the plateau of Omalos down to the village of Agia Roumeli on the coast of Libyan Sea.
The gorge of Samaria is the longest in Europe and the place of stunning natural beauty, passing through forests of cypresses and pines and walking between vertical cliffs of the mountains. The gorgeous natural vista changes constantly and the purest water comes straight from natural springs all around. The walk ends with a boat rip from Agia Roumeli to Sougia.
* You have to pay an entrance fee of Euro 5.00 to enter the park (free to children under 15, half price to students).
Elafonissi - The Beach of Pink Sand
Elafonissi is a small isle on the southwest of Crete, about 3 sq. km. It is connected to the beach by shallow reef (max. depth 1 meter) that allows crossing when the sea is calm. The temperature here is always a bit higher, than on the other beaches.
Walking on the beach of Elafonissi you can find various plants and bushes, small frog, endemic to the island and various lizards considered a protected species. Another unique feature of this place is the colour of the sand which is pink.
According to studies conducted by the Greek Ministry of the Environment the island serves as a breeding spot for the caretta-caretta sea turtle. There are very few indigenous species of birds on the area.
You will also visit cave-church of Agia Sofia, climb the legendary steps of Chrisoskalitis and see the miracle-working icon. After the visit of the church, visit the beach to relax and sunbathe.
Gramvousa
At the end of the middle ages, the bay of Gramvousa was the scene of pirate battles. The Venetian fortress on Gramvousa island (137m above the sea level) holds many secrets and treasures. Gramvousa is the place where the borders of three seas meet: Aegean, Libian and Ionian.
The water is so clear and beautiful there, that fifteen shades of water colour can be discerned. Afterwards the boat will take you to the beach in the bay of Balos, the lagoon which was visited by prince Charles and Princess Diana during their honeymoon.
The Routes of Orthodox - Individual Route
The route of this excursion goes through 3 most interesting mansteries of West Crete: Katolikos, Gouvernetto and Agia Triada. The first stop – Katolikos monastery, cave of John the hermit, Gouvernetto monastery. Katolikos – first Christian monastery on Crete, built in 6th century by John the Hermit. Later, the monastery was cursed by him, due to the fact that the monks who lived in the monastery started to use their healing gift for their own profit.
Near the monastery is the cave of John the Hermit, in which he lived most if his life. At the end of the cave, according to the legend is the bed of John the Hermit. The cave is decorated with stalagmites and stalactite. One of them is particularly interesting, like the face of an old man. After the inspection of Katolikos we are going back, up to the Gouvernetto monastery, which, as considered, was built as opposed to the Katolikos monastery.
Third visit is to the of Agia Triada. Monastery of Agia Triada is considered to be the richest monastery on the island, and this is the only monastery, which operated in Crete during the Turkish occupation. Built is 1216 by two Orthodox monks of the Venetian family Tsagarolon – Lavterntiy and Jeremii. After visiting the 3 monasteries and caves, we are going down to the beach, to the place Stavros, where we stop for 2-2,5 hours, where you can swim, dine in tavern by the sea, then-returning to the hotel. It is necessary to have sport shoes and desirable to take a bottle of water.
The Most Ancient Olive Tree on Crete - Therisso Gorge
This tour will take you to the western part of Crete, where you will visit the village Vuves, the main attraction of which is the oldest in the world, olive tree. After a short rest in Vouves, we will continue our trip to the village Therisso, ont eh way you can admire the beauty of the same valley.
The place is famous with it’s recalcitrance of the whole Crete in the nineteenth century and reaffirmed their fame during the Cretan revolution of 1905. Passing the gorge you will find yourself in a mountain village, where interested can visit the local museum. The touis for half day.
Chania - Cretan Night
Chania is considered to be one of the most beautiful cities of Mediterranean. The narrow streets of the Old Town and Venetian buildings remind of Venice without canals. The Old Port of Chania attracts with many romantic cafes and taverns overlooking the Harbour and the Egyptian light house.
Afterwards you will visit a charming Cretan village, with it's own character and traditions, and will be acquainted with the local tradition of fetes. Greeks are very proud of their national songs and dances - none of the fetes here lack of national dances and songs. Here you will have a great chance to learn how to dance sirtaki and cefteteli.
Diving
This is your chance to see the kingdom of the god Poseidon and discover the beauty of the underwater world of Crete. Diving instruction is available at every level. People who are certificated are offered a variety of programs, and an opportunity to dive 30 to 40m below!
Aqua Parks
You will have an unforgettable experience in "LIMNOPOLIS" water park.
Plenty of pleasant surprises will guarantee a fantastic time. Many bars and mini restaurants are on-site, so you will never lack for energy!
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Central Crete
Knossos Palace
Knossos Palace is one of the most exciting and ancient places to see in Crete. This is the evidence of one of the most developed - Minoan civilization, dated back 5th century AD. The palace is a place, where were born many thrilling legends, such as myth of the Labyrinth with the Minotaur, the story of Daedalus and Ikaros.
The palace was destroyed about 1350 BC and extensive reconstructions were carried out by the arheologist, Sir Arthur Evans.
The area of the palace covers 20.000 sq.m. You will be impressed by the variety of building materials and wall-paintings decorating the rooms and passages, and amazed by the advanced level of technology, which is demonstrated by architectural and structural features, such as drainage complex and water supply system.
In the museum of Heraklio city you will find the most surprising excavations of Minoan civilization.
Afterwards, you will have a chance to walk around the capital of Crete - Heraklio.
The Ring around the mountain of Ida
Amaria valley, from the east side of which is the mountain of Ida, and from the west – Kedros, one of the most beautiful in Crete. Panoramic view of rocky peaks, wide green valleys and stunning gorges. This territory, protected from all sides, was inhabited since the Minoan civilization and now on it’s territory located about 40 picturesque Cretan villages , each of which can be proud not only for it’s traditionalism but also the sights. During the tour we will stop in some villages and end our journey with the relaxation on the beach.
Gortyna - Festos - Matala
Gortyna is the ancient Roman capital of Crete, that was demolished in 9 B.C. by Arab conquerors. There you will find the first constitution of Gortyna, cut onto the rock plates. Theatrical lodge, of preserved till our days Odeon, will remind the murderer of Caesar - Brutus, who was the Roman governor of Crete.
Next you will see the cathedral of St. Titos - first bishop of the island and a student of Paul the Apostle. On our way – Fest – the second the second largest city of the Minoan civilization. Famous Festos disc with hieroglyphic signs the letters was found here, and till our days has not revealed it’s secret to us.
The excursion will end at the coast of Matala, which is open like the embrace to the Libyan Sea. As well bus will stop at the picturesque village of Spili, famous with it’s souvenirs and unusual spring water.
Preveli - Spili - Agia Galini
During this tour you will see the most interesting sights of Rethymno area. Passing through the picturesque Kourtaliotiko gorge, yo will appear in Preveli monastery. The monastery is in a secluded spot and attracts not only with it’s beauty and history, but also a miraculous cross, preserved in the Monastery church. After the visit to Preveli – journey to the village Gerakari, which is famous for it’s Cherry liqueuer and close location to the highest point of Crete – mountain Psiloritis (Ida). You can bathe in the water of the Libyan Sea, at the village of Agia Galini. On the way back we will stop in one of the main centres of fabric and embroidery production – village Spili.
Undiscovered, Wild Crete
The mountain ranges, severed by the deep gorges, their slopes smoothly passing into the fertile valleys. The south of Crete is famous not only with sandy and pebble beaches, variety of flora and fauna. You will visit Sfakia village, till recent times isolated from the other world. The inhabitants of the village still adhere to the local traditions and wear national clothes. The fort Frangokastello is built in 1371 as a protection from pirates. Before the return, you will bathe in the waterfalls and have dinner in one of the fish taverns.
Santorini Island
One of the most mysterious islands in Aegean sea. Santorini is essentially what remains of an enormous volcanic explosion.
Santorini is extremely beautiful: gorgeous sea, beaches with white, red and black sand, amazing volcano view and white houses with blue sloping roofs. The island slopes downward from the cliffs to the surrounding Aegean Sea
Its spectacular physical beauty, along with a dynamic nightlife, have made the island one of Europe's top tourist hotspots.
Now it justifies its ancient name - Kallisti which means "most excellent".
The island is the site of one of the largest volcanic eruptions the planet has ever seen: the Minoan eruption, which occurred some 3,500 years ago at the height of the Minoan civilization. One of the popular theory holds that the Thira eruption is the source of the legend of Atlantis.
Margarites - Eleftherna - Beach with Grottos
Margarites - medieval village with ancient Byzantine churches and workshops of local potters. Eleftherna – is a city, in acropolis of which you can find cut in the rocks gigantic caves - water reservoirs, more than 2500 y.o. Beach – grotto – the place where you can swim in the natural cave-tunnel, and the relief of the bottom is interesting for snorkelling. This excursion for half day is relaxing and peaceful, travelling around captivating beautiful, green places. This excursion is perfect for the couples with small children.
Eleftherna – the city, squeezed between two mountain gorges. In acropolis Eleftherna you will find gigantic caves – ancient water reservoirs, more than 2500 y.o. When entering them, it’s cold and dark as in the kingdom of Aid. Everywhere in Eleftherna, surrounded by mountains, you feel the presence of ancient times and beauty, which will make you feel back in time.
Afterwards we will visit beach with grottos – a place with a possibility to swim in a real cave-tunnel. It is even interesting to snorkel here as the bottom of the cave under the water hides many unusual rocky formations. Fine-pebbled beach is ideally suitable for those who enjoy sunbathing.
Duration of this excursion is half day, there’s no hurry, we relax and drive around magnificent and beautiful places. Excursion is particularly suitable for families with small children.
South Crete
Through Olive grove, oranges plantation you’ll go to the center of Crete Island and visit the monastery of Saint Myron. The monastery was built in the place where hunters found the icon of Saint Myron in a small cave with a water spring.
Further the way lays to the lake of trout - Zaros, which means "abundant water flow". The village Zaros is famous with bottle water production.
After a walk along the lake you can have for dinner freshly caught fish. Your trip will end by relaxing on magnificent sandy beaches of Matala, where in 70-th the hippies were living in the rock caves.
Cretan Night
High in the mountains, several kilometers from the popular coastal resorts you will have an excellent evening in small Cretan village.
The orchestra and dancing group will introduce you to the famous Greek and Cretan music and dances. During the show you'll try national Cretan cuisine and local vines in unlimited quantity. The village of Anapolis is waiting for You.
Aqua Parks
In the northeastern coast of Crete are located two of the largest aqua parks in Europe: "Water City" and "Aquasplash". "Black Pipe", "Lazy River", "Bungee Jump" and much more other activities are waiting! You'll have a great time and it will be over before you know it; that's why you'll want to come back here again and again.
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East Crete
Aquarium - Lassithi - Cave of Zeus
Our first stop – in new Cretan aquarium, where you will be acquainted with all the inhabitants of Mediterrenean Sea. It is interesting place for children and adults. More than 2500 fishes and invertebrates found it’s shelter in dozens of large and small artificial reservoirs, which are precisely re-established to the natural conditions of their habitats. Starting with the large predators and sharks to microscopic marine skates and phantasmagoria of medusas all the difference of underwater fauna unfolding against the background of natural landscape of Cretan Sea, such as rock of Matala and sea bottom of Vai.
Lassiti - the largest plateau on Crete and considered as the most fertile on Crete. Some time ago, thousands of windmills where irrigating this plateaus, using underground sources. The road is going far up to the mountains to the stalactite cave, where according to the legend was born and grew up the father of Gods – Zeus. In pegan times the grand cave with its stalactites and it’s special, inspired by holy trembling atmosphere, was a major religious centre.
Spinalonga Island
It is a small island in Mirabello bay, where Venetians built a fortress and kept control until the Turkish Empire took possessions of it in 1715. Going by the ship to Spinalonga Island you will be able to observe entire beauty, sloping, with the deep and pure water of the coast of Crete, changing by steep and unapproachable coast.
The island is notable for being one of the last active leper colonies in Europe. The last inhabitant, a priest, left in 1962.
There are two entrances to Spinalonga, one being the lepers' entrance, a tunnel known as Dante's Gate. This was so named because the lepers did not know what was going to happen to them once they arrived. However, once on the island they received food, water, medical attention and social security payments. Previously, such amenities had been unavailable to Crete's lepers, as they mostly lived in the area's caves, away from civilization. eating scraps left over by the wolves who shared their caves.
Today, the unoccupied island is one of the main tourist attractions in Crete
After the excursion you will enjoy your stay in one of the nearest bay and later will have BBQ on the boat.
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Individual Excursions
All the above mentioned excursions are available not only as group, but also as individual excursions.
The duration and the route of the trip as well as services included in the price can be altered according to the wishes of the customers. For more detailed information please contact our reservations department or directly the guides upon arrival.
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Sky Diving
Tandem Jump
This year we are offering fascinating experience of Tandem jumping from the Southern drop zone in Europe "Tympaki" military airport. You can experience the jump from up to 3800 meters.
Tandem jump involves two persons joined together in one parachute.
This particular parachute can fly with two persons safely. The passenger is hooked from his tandem master (instructor) with a special harness. Before jumping 10 minute briefing is needed. Tandem master is responsible for all procedures involved for completion of jump. (Opening of parachute, flying it and landing it).
For extra information please visit our partners website.
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Horse Riding
Experience horse riding in Crete! This activity is enjoyable for all ages & riding levels, even for those who'll sit for the very first time on a horse. Beach rides, relaxing day trips, beginners walks and more you can find in the area of Georgioupolis, West part of Crete, with it's famous long sandy beach. You can choose a ride according to your experience and wishes:
Beginners (only walking)
Interesting nature walk.
No experience required, ideal family excursion.
Intermediate (walking and gentle trotting)
Out of safety reasons beginners will not be accepted on a beach ride.
Beach ride.
Advanced (+12 years old) (walking, trotting and galloping)
Beach ride.
Beautiful mini safari to Kournas Lake
Combination of beach and country side
Relaxing day trip to evergreen spring village
Argiroupoli - Kalives area.
For extra information please visit our partners website.
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Golf
You can enjoy fantastic experience of playing golf at The Crete Golf Club - home to the first 18-hole course on the island and it is a lay-out that few visitors will ever forget.
The building site for the golf course was purchased from more than 100 owners and was situated on a mountain slope just south of Hersonissos. Terraces were blasted into the slope utilizing 10 tons of dynamite and was transformed it into a verdant oasis surrounded by some of the most beautiful views in the whole of Europe.
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