Transport

Includes arrival transfer

Accommodation

ATENAS : PRESIDENT or NOVOTEL ATHENES or SKYLARK FERRI ATENAS HERACLION : FERRY ATENAS HERACLION or IBIS STYLES HERAKLION or AMALIA KALAMBACA KALAMBACA : KOSTA FAMISSI We know how important hotels are on your trip. The hotels have been selected taking into consideration quality, price and location. They are located in the cities we visit, most of them not in the city center but all of them with easy access to public transportation nearby. Our accommodation is not based on luxury hotels. Please keep in mind that standards, bed sizes and room dimensions can vary between hotels of the same class in different locations. All rooms are equipped with private bathroom and TV. Some of them also offer a mini-bar, safe box, and hair dryer. Many hotels, mainly in North Europe, do not have air conditioning or local legislation establishes limited dates of use.

Guide

Please note also that your tour guide might be changed once or several times during the tour. On some tours, according to the number of passengers, the service may be provided in bilingual (usually in English and Spanish), either accompanied by two tour leaders, one for each language, or a single tour leader for smaller groups explaining in both languages.

Insurance

Basic travel insurance

Meals

Meals as stated

Others

Ticket admission: Palace of Knossos at Heraklion with visit, Panagia Kera Church; Island-Citadel Spinalong , Monastery at Meteoras , Archaeological Ensemble of Delphi; Monastery of Osios Loukas

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Optional

Other activities and services are not included

Others

Other activities and services are not included

Flights

International flights are not included

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Day 1 Day 1: Athens
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Athens

Welcome to your tour with Europamundo! Upon your arrival, we´ll transfer you to the hotel and you can enjoy some free time. You will receive the necessary information for the start of the trip in the afternoon; alternatively, this information will be available on the information panels in the hotel reception area.
Day 2 Day 2: Athens, Ferry Athens Heraclion
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Athens, Ferry Athens Heraclion

In the morning, we’ll enjoy a panoramic tour of Athens, visiting the Presidential Mansion, the Panathenaic Stadium—site of the first modern Olympic Games—the National Library, and the bustling downtown squares. The tour will end near the Acropolis. In the afternoon, we’ll transfer you to the Port of Piraeus to board an overnight ferry, equipped with amenities similar to those found on cruise ships. Accommodation will be in a double cabin. Night on board.
Day 3 Day 3: Ferry Athens Heraclion, Heraklion
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Ferry Athens Heraclion, Heraklion

Arrival at 7:00 a.m. in Heraklion on the island of Crete. We’ll travel along the coast towards the west of the island. Our first stop is Rethymno, a beautiful coastal city of Venetian origin, dominated by its medieval castle. Next, we’ll visit Chania, a captivating city with an impressive fortress and stately mansions. Chania has been contested by Romans, Byzantines, Venetians, Genoese, Turks, Egyptians, and Greeks throughout its history. We´ll return to Heraklion at the end of the day.
Day 4 Day 4: Heraklion
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Heraklion

Today, we’ll embark on an excursion to the Palace of Knossos, where we´ll delve into the Minoan culture that laid the foundation for Greek civilization four thousand years ago (admission and guided tour included). After our visit, we’ll travel through the island´s tall mountains and journey southward to the shores of the Libyan Sea, arriving at Agia Galini—a picturesque town with winding streets, a charming fishing port, and crowded taverns. You’ll have time for lunch and, if you wish, a swim in the sea. We´ll return to the capital of Crete at day’s end.Note: From November to April, due to the end of the summer season and business closures, we´ll visit the picturesque town of Matala instead of Agia Galini. Matala is renowned for its beautiful beach and unique landscapes of cliffs with carved caves.
Day 5 Day 5: Heraklion
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Heraklion

We’ll travel along the coast towards the east of the island. Our first stop will be in the small town of Kritsa to visit Panagia Kera, a 13th-century church renowned for its exquisite frescoes (admission included). Afterward, we’ll arrive at Agios Nikolaos, a picturesque town with a natural port. You’ll have time to stroll and enjoy lunch. Next, we’ll continue to Elounda, a former city-state turned into a beautiful tourist enclave. Here, we’ll embark on a boat ride to Spinalonga Island to visit the Fortress of Spinalonga, an ancient Venetian fortress later used as a leper colony for many years. After the visit, we’ll return by boat and head back to Heraklion for accommodation.
Day 6 Day 6: Heraklion, Santorini, Athens
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Heraklion, Santorini, Athens

Early in the morning, we’ll transfer to the port and board a high-speed ferry to Santorini, arriving between 09:00 and 10:00 a.m. From there, we’ll journey by bus through stunning landscapes to Oia, undoubtedly the most spectacular town on the island: vibrant white streets, beautiful cliff views, remnants of a castle, and windmills. You’ll have time for lunch and a leisurely stroll. Later, we’ll visit Fira, the island’s capital. Those interested can descend to the port by cable car or donkey and admire the cruise ships. Afterwards, we’ll proceed to the port to board a high-speed ferry departing around 03:15 p.m. Arrival in Athens expected around midnight.Important Note: From November to mid-April, the high-speed ferry service from Heraklion to Santorini is suspended. During these months, we will travel from Heraklion to Athens by plane instead.
Day 7 Day 7: Athens, Kamena Vourla, Kalabaka
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Athens, Kamena Vourla, Kalabaka

We’ll depart early in the morning towards northern Greece, stopping at Kamena Vourla, a charming seaside tourist hub surrounded by stunning landscapes. We´ll then proceed north, stopping at the Thermopylae Mountain Pass, the historic site of the famous battle. Next, we´ll visit Kastraki, a picturesque village with beautiful views of the entire valley, where you´ll have free time for lunch. Afterward, we´ll explore the Meteora, a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site. Admission to one of its renowned monasteries is included. Dinner will be provided in Kalabaka.
Day 8 Day 8: Kalabaka, Delphi, Athens
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Kalabaka, Delphi, Athens

We’ll journey south through the Thessaly region, where you’ll experience stunning landscapes, before reaching Delphi. Here, we´ll explore the exquisite archaeological site overlooking the Gulf of Corinth, with breathtaking views. There will be time for lunch. Following that, we´ll head to the Hosios Loukas Monastery, renowned as one of the most beautiful Byzantine monasteries in Greece and a World Heritage Site. Its magnificent 11th-century mosaics are truly remarkable. We´ll then continue our journey towards Athens, arriving in the evening.
Day 9 Day 9: Athens
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Athens

After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.

9 days tour

Crete And Northern Greece

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Itinerary of your trip Crete And Northern Greece

Day 1: Athens

Day 2: Athens, Ferry Athens Heraclion

Day 3: Ferry Athens Heraclion, Heraklion

Day 4: Heraklion

Day 5: Heraklion

Day 6: Heraklion, Santorini, Athens

Day 7: Athens, Kamena Vourla, Kalabaka

Day 8: Kalabaka, Delphi, Athens

Day 9: Athens

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