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Escorted Group Tours
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Captivating Crete
8 days
3 excursions and visits
3 days - free time
Relaxed explorer
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.
Your holiday includes
Meals
7 breakfasts, 7 dinners
Flight
International flights and luggage are included
Accommodation
7 nights in hotel
Excursions
- Half-day excursion to Heraklion
- Full-day excursion to Lasithi Plateau, including olive oil mill visit & tasting at Avdou village, entrance to Panagia Kera monastery and visits to Tzermiado and Krasi villages
- Full-day excursion to the west of the island, including Chania and Rethymnon
Tour manager
Expert guidance throughout your holiday
Exceptional value every time
Nationwide return chauffeur service
Getting to the airport is easy, thanks to our nationwide return shared chauffeur service, which is included on every tour.
Travel insurance and additional cancellation cover included §
A price reduction of £40 is available if you choose not to take the included insurance and additional cancellation cover.
Included excursions
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Discover ancient legends at the Palace of Knossos
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We explore the wonder of the ancient Palace of Knossos – make sure your camera's at the ready to witness the Minoan Palace, believed to be over 4,000 years old. The palace is the home of legends - our tour guide will tell us the story of King Minos, the Minotaur and the famous labyrinth.
Taste authentic Cretan olive oil
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Savour the flavours of Crete as you sample locally-made olive oil. It’s been made at Avdou’s olive oil mill for centuries, and you’ll witness how traditional methods are combined with modern practices. The method of cold-pressing the olives makes the quality among the best olive oil in the world.
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Availability
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Apr 21, 2026
Apr 28, 2026
Tue - 07:10
Tue - 13:55
London Gatwick Airport
8 days
From £1,535pp