October 01 – October 08, 2023
Welcome to Greece where you will experience two of the most vibrant islands in the Mediterranean. This 8-day journey will start in Santorini, one of the most famous islands in the Mediterranean and end in Crete, Greece’s largest island with over 160 miles of beaches! Enjoy a cooking lesson that will showcase some of the most authentic meze dishes while you take in these remarkable coastlines. In addition to scenic hikes on both islands, you will have a chance to learn about the history in Greece while visiting the archeological site of Knossos.
Hotels:
- Cresanto Luxury Suites, Santorini
- Enagron Ecotourism Village, Crete
Included:
Meals:
- 7 Breakfasts
- 2 Meze Light Lunches
- 4 Dinners
Activities:
- Visit Heraklion & the ancient ruins of Knossos
- Hike from Imerovigli to Oia
- Catamaran cruise including snorkeling equipment, fruits and drinks
- Botanical walk at Enagron Village
- Wine tour and tasting at Santos Winery
- Hands on cooking lesson
Other Services:
- One group round-trip airport transfer privately in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Transportation privately in an air-conditioned vehicle during the tours mentioned on the program
- English-Speaking guide service during the mentioned program
- Official English-Speaking guide service during the archaeological sites
- Entrance fees, Road tolls, Taxes, VAT
- Domestic ferry rides, ferry taxes and fees
Not Included:
- Tips for porters, guide and driver- the value of the tip is up to the client
- All other services not mentioned as included
- Personal expenses
- Optional spa services
- International airfare throughout the program
- International airport taxes, airport porter and extra baggage
- Hotel early check-in and late check-out
- Drinks or personal expenses or entrance fees for any extra sightseeing or optional activities
- Travel insurance
Notes:
- International flights should arrive into Santorini International Airport and depart from Heraklion International Airport
Arrive In Santorini
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Cresanto Luxury Suites, Junior Suite with Courtyard View and Plunge Pool
Hiking from Imerovigli to Oia
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Crestanto Luxury Suites, Junior Suite with Courtyard View and Plunge Pool
Free Day In Santorini
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Cresanto Luxury Suites, Junior Suite with Courtyard View and Plunge Pool
Santos Winery
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: Enagron Ecotourism Village
Botanical walk and cooking class
Start your day off with a leisurely breakfast while enjoying the grounds of the property. Late in the morning, we will head out for a 20-minute leisurely walk. In route, you can see, touch, smell and even taste all the different species of the wild vegetation that surrounds Enagron as well as the flowers, fruits, and aromatic plants of the farm. Understand how this vegetation has been linked with myth, worship, and pharmaceuticals from the ancient times until today.At the end of the walk, drink a traditional herbal tea with homemade biscuits and get acquainted with olive oil tasting as you partake in local and authentic cooking lesson. Learn about the local ingredients and recipes as you sample your cuisine. Spend the afternoon exploring Axos Village and then enjoy the rest of the day at leisure with dinner on the property.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Enagron Ecotourism Village
Explore Heraklion and Knossos
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Enagron Ecotourism Village
Catamaran Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Enagron Ecotourism Village
Depart Heraklion
Meals: Breakfast
The activity Level for this tour is:
Average - Some tours may include hiking or potential higher elevation hiking, biking, SUP, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking on uneven surfaces or for longer periods of time.