The Minoans - Knossos palace and the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion with city tour

Knossos Archaeological Site - Visit the Mythical Palace of Knossos of King Minos and Labyrinth home to the Minotaur. Knossos, a complex of more than 1500 interlocking rooms, was an astonishing palace, built for a mighty king of the Bronze Age.

Heraklion Archaeological Museum - Enjoy the fine art and jewelry in one of the most popular Bronze Age museums of Europe, the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion. Be amazed by the original Frescoes.

Heraklion - Get to know the largest city and Capital of Crete. Visit, along with your private Guide, Heraklion’s major monuments; travel through time and its rich history. Discover the past and the present of a city that combines old with new. Tasting, food and beverage samples, rusks, olives and cheese, coffee or soft drink.

West Crete - City of Chania and Rethymnon.

Rethymnon - City of Rethymno, its landmarks, culture and character. The Private Guided Rethymnon tour with your Private Guide, an opportunity to explore the city of Rethymno with all your senses! Walk the narrow streets, from the old Venetian Port of Rethymno ribboned with tavernas and fishing boats we ponder into the historical center getting to know the land marks of this city by WeGuide Loggia, lion fountain, minarets, cafenions, Venetian Palazzos, traditional workshops… you also have the opportunity to taste smell extra virgin olive oil, spices and herbs … Leading on to the delicious famous Greek mezes …colors, tastes a whole tradition of centuries set in a small plate … We continue to visit the beautiful traditional village of Margarites one of the ancient pottery centers of Crete!

Chania Town - Chania old town, with your Private Guide will walk this beautiful city. Here one realizes what might have been just a hint earlier that Crete was the Crossroad of people and Civilizations. The Venetian Bastions, Covered Market, old Venetian Port, Ship Yards, Cathedrals, Churches, synagogue and Old Mosque, lovely shops and local tavernas! an opportunity to explore the Western Capital of Crete and Venetian Pearl of Crete the city of Chania on foot.

Coastal Crete - The Eastern side of Crete - Elounda Spinalonga island

Spinalonga - The Eastern side of Crete, enjoy the mountain ridges, beautiful countryside and sea on route. Seeing Elounda, Spinalonga island and Ag.Nikolaos.On this tour with your private guide and vehicle you have the opportunity to see the Eastern side of Crete, enjoy the mountain ridges, beautiful country side and sea on route.

Our boat takes us across to The Island of Spinalonga. The view is breathtaking, the atmosphere almost unchanged even today. Your private guided tour begins of Spinalonga or else known the island of tears, after exploring the Island. (During winter season we can’t visit the island of Spinalonga. We spend more time at Mirabello gulf and the capital city of Lasithi, Agios Nikolaos).

Ouzo meze is enjoyed in the small fishing village of Plaka (Elounda). After our snack break, a short drive to the capital of Lasithi Agios Nikolaos a lovely town and harbor, free time for shopping, exploring, coffee by the lake.

We make our way back via National road, the views, emotions, flavors, sea air and crystal turquoise sea of Spinalonga and Elounda will be in our minds …

• All fees and taxes included
• Taste local snacks

• Meals
• Gratuities

Experience Crete in all its glory!
Get the best of Crete with our 3-Day Trip Package.
This experience is exclusively conducted from the Heraklion district, guided by your own private professional tour consultant.
• Day 1: Encounter the Minoans. Tour the Royal Palace of Knossos, the Archaeological Museum and explore the historic city of Heraklion on foot.
• Day 2: Discover Western Crete. Dive into the cities of Chania and Rethymnon. Explore Chania’s old harbor, its iconic landmarks, and absorb its unique culture and charm. Proceed your journey through Rethymnon’s slim Venetian streets and taste the unprocessed olive oil, spices, and herbs. Experience distinctive Cretan age-old wine. Further, visit the quaint traditional village of Margarites, famed for its ancient Cretan pottery.
• Day 3: Traverse Coastal Crete. Venture into the East of Crete, admire the mountain landscapes, scenic countryside, and the vast sea en route. Visit the lovely town of Elounda, the island of Spinalonga, and the tranquil Ag. Nikolaos.

• Dress code is formal

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.