Captivating Crete
Captivating Crete
Captivating Crete
8 Days Starting and ending in UK
Visiting: Heraklion, Hersonissos, Lasithi Plateau, WEST CRETE
Tour operator:
Tour code:
TTCRE
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Physical rating:
Moderate
Age range:
16-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact Titan with any specific dietary requirements
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
From:
$1510 (USD) including Flights from the UKTourhub Members Discount - Sign In
Tour Overview
Crete is one of the most beautiful, interesting and diverse Greek islands to explore - we'll tick off some of its highlights on our captivating Crete holidays. Stroll along the harbour - guarded by a Venetian fortress - of the island capital, Heraklion. Look out across the Lasithi Plateau, dotted with white-sailed windmills, then peek into the cave where Zeus is said to have been born. Sit back as the rugged, mountainous landscape of western Crete slides by, and enjoy a drink with new friends in one of charming Rethymnon’s harbourside bars.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Uk - Heraklion - Hersonissos
Location: Heraklion, Hersonissos
Meals Included: No Meals
Titan’s VIP door-to-door travel service collects you from home for your flight to Heraklion. On arrival, we transfer to Hersonissos.
Day 2 : Heraklion
Location: Heraklion
Meals Included: No Meals
We head for the dynamic capital of Crete today, the fifth largest city in Greece. Its inner harbour is guarded by the well-preserved Venetian fortress of Rocca al Mare and the bustling city has a rich cultural history, some of which can be seen in the Archaeological Museum. It’s a delight to explore its streets of cafés and small shops.
Day 3 : Lasithi Plateau
Location: Lasithi Plateau
Meals Included: No Meals
We journey to the Lasithi Plateau, famous for its centuries-old white-sailed windmills, formerly used for irrigation. Dikteon Cave, located on the plateau, features in Greek mythology as the birthplace of Zeus. The energetic may wish to walk 200 steps and through five chambers into the cave, to see the stalactites and stalagmites. Elsewhere on the fertile plateau, Karfi is considered the last outpost of Crete’s ancient Minoan civilisation that flourished between the 3rd and 2nd centuries BC.
Day 4 : Hersonissos
Location: Hersonissos
Meals Included: No Meals
The island of Crete is well known for its ancient Minoan past and the power of this civilisation is illustrated on an optional visit to the Palace of Knossos. Visit the vast Minoan Palace, believed to be more than 4,000 years old. The complex has a number of buildings on four levels and most of what remains belongs to those built after 1700 BC. In Greek mythology, it is said that the Palace was the home of King Minos, whose wife bore the Minotaur who was imprisoned within the labyrinth and slain by Theseus.
Day 5 : Hersonissos
Location: Hersonissos
Meals Included: No Meals
Our holidays in Crete also have some leisure time. Today you can relax on Hersonissos’ small sandy beaches, enjoy excellent shopping facilities, and sightseeing boat trips. The main centre has plenty of relaxing cafés and Greek tavernas from where you can watch the world go by. Or learn more about Crete’s folk traditions and culture at Lychnostatis Open Air Museum.
Day 6 : West Crete
Location: WEST CRETE
Meals Included: No Meals
The wild and rugged landscape of western Crete, including snow-capped mountains, delightful villages and beautiful coastlines, are highlighted on today’s excursion. We visit Chania, the former capital, known as the ‘Little Venice’ of Crete and home to a street devoted almost entirely to leather goods. There’s also a beautiful Venetian harbour, which was the location for some of the scenes from the film Zorba the Greek.We continue to Rethymnon, Crete’s third-largest town, on the north coast. Known as the ‘City of Scholars’, the old part of the town has numerous Venetian palazzos, Turkish houses with wooden balconies and a number of small 18th-century mosques. There’s free time to wander the old streets of the town, or perhaps spend time in a harbourside coffee bar.
Day 7 : Hersonissos
Location: Hersonissos
Meals Included: No Meals
There’s more time today to relax in your surroundings, or perhaps join an optional excursion to visit the island of Spinalonga. The island has had a varied past, from Venetian rule in the 16th century to the setting for a leper colony four centuries later - a subject covered in Victoria Hislop’s 2005 novel ‘The Island’. It’s now an uninhabited island skirted with small pebble beaches.
Day 8 : Hersonissos - Heraklion - Uk
Location: Hersonissos, Heraklion
Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK. Upon arrival, your Titan vehicle will be waiting for the journey home.
What's Included
-
7 nights in hotel (accommodation as specified or similar)
-
International flights. Prices are based on return flights with British Airways from London Gatwick. Supplements may apply from other airports
-
14 meals: 7 breakfasts (days 2-8) 7 dinners (days 1-7) 3 excursions and visits
-
Half-day excursion to Heraklion
-
Full-day excursions to Lasithi Plateau and the west of the island Plus
-
Portable audio headset system on excursions
-
Titan’s VIP door-to-door travel service
-
Titan tour manager
-
Travel in destination by coach
-
Porterage
What's Not Included
Check out our Q&As
-
Are flights included in this tour?
Yes
-
Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
All ages 16 & over can join this tour
-
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4-5 Star
-
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
-
Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes
-
Do I have to pay a Single Supplement?
In most cases a single supplement will apply. If the price for a Single room for sole occupancy is not shown, please ask our team for details and we will be able to check the details for you.
-
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
-
How long has the tour company been trading?
We've been taking our customers across the world on escorted tours for more than 40 years
-
What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Our commitment to sustainable travel is part of our ethos. We love exploring the world and hope that, alongside our customers, we can be part of a bigger change in respecting the people and wildlife on our planet and minimising the impact we have on our environment.
-
What policies are in place for Covid-19?
With some COVID-19 rules and restrictions still in place there are a few details that you need to know. This information is subject to change. It’s your responsibility to monitor changes and ensure you fulfil all relevant criteria for travel. Rest assured that we’re on hand to help and answer any questions you might have.
-
What documents will I receive before I travel?
You’ll receive your Final holiday documents via email approximately 14 days prior to your departure.
Reviews of this Operator
Dates & Availability
tourhub Discount Available - Sign In
Tuesday - Tuesday
May 07, 2024 - May 14, 2024Tuesday - Tuesday
May 21, 2024 - May 28, 2024Tuesday - Tuesday
Jun 04, 2024 - Jun 11, 2024Tuesday - Tuesday
Jun 18, 2024 - Jun 25, 2024Tuesday - Tuesday
Sep 17, 2024 - Sep 24, 2024Tuesday - Tuesday
Oct 01, 2024 - Oct 08, 2024Tuesday - Tuesday
Oct 08, 2024 - Oct 15, 2024Tuesday - Tuesday
Oct 15, 2024 - Oct 22, 2024Tuesday - Tuesday
Apr 22, 2025 - Apr 29, 2025Tuesday - Tuesday
Apr 29, 2025 - May 06, 2025Tuesday - Tuesday
May 06, 2025 - May 13, 2025Tuesday - Tuesday
May 20, 2025 - May 27, 2025Tuesday - Tuesday
Jun 03, 2025 - Jun 10, 2025Tuesday - Tuesday
Jun 17, 2025 - Jun 24, 2025Tuesday - Tuesday
Sep 09, 2025 - Sep 16, 2025Tuesday - Tuesday
Sep 23, 2025 - Sep 30, 2025Tuesday - Tuesday
Oct 07, 2025 - Oct 14, 2025Tuesday - Tuesday
Oct 14, 2025 - Oct 21, 2025Book with Confidence
-
Free Date Changes
Titan Travel allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 75 days before the start of the tour.
-
Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Titan Travel allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform titan travel, 75 days before departure.
-
Low Deposit
Titan Travel requires a minimum deposit of 395 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 75 days before departure.
-
Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of titan travel charges.
Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 42 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 28 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Why book with tourhub?
Safe & Secure
Your money is protected in an external trust until you travel.
100% Guaranteed Refunds if your trip is cancelled.
The safest way to make overseas, multi-currency payments.
Guaranteed Best Value
Industry leading discounts, we won't be beaten on price.
No cancellation or amendment fees from tourhub.
(Operator terms may apply)
Expert Knowledge
Reliable & unbiased advice from travel experts.
Direct contact with the tour operator via our messaging service.
Inspiration & advice from a community of 6000+ real travellers, influencers & content creators.
Trusted Service
Official partners & licensed agents of 1000+ tour operators worldwide.
Don't just take our word for it...
"Tourhub: Friendliness, Professionalism & Integrity I would happily give tourhub a 6* review if I could..."