Irini, MasterChef Sept 202, AL460, Hersonissos Marie, Crete
AL460 Irini Chef, Hersonissos Marie, Crete, AL460
Dining at Hersonissos Maris Hotel, Greece
Aerial view, Hersonissos Maris Hotel, Greece
Hersonissos Maris Hotel, Greece
Bedroom type 1, Hersonissos Maris Hotel, Greece
Inside pool, Hersonissos Maris Hotel, Greece

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Special Interest

Food & Wine

Food and wine in Crete

  • Half Board

  • 7 nights

  • London Gatwick Airport

  • Hersonissos, Crete, Greece

  • 30 minutes away from airport

Food and travel go hand in hand, so we’re thrilled to welcome back MasterChef 2019 winner Irini Tzortzoglou to share her passion for Greek flavours and ingredients as an expert host. Not only will you learn to make and taste local specialities with Irini including her favourite cocktail, finest Cretan olive oil and crispy loukoumades flavoured with cinnamon and honey, you’ll also experience life on the island with visits to an eco-park, winery and bio-dynamic farm. Please note there will be some itinerary changes 2025.

Facilities

Buffet restaurant

Lobby bar

Beach bar (seasonal)

Two outdoor swimming pools

Heated indoor swimming pool

Wellness Centre (fees may apply)

Wi-Fi

There are no lifts at this hotel, however there are only a couple of steps to the bar and restaurant, and approximately 16 steps to second floor rooms. There are ramps around the grounds.

Nationwide shared chauffeur service– included on all departures from April 1, 2026

A nationwide return shared chauffeur service from your home to your UK departure point

Your holiday includes

Half Board

  • Half board: All breakfasts and dinners plus 4 lunches at local restaurants and a simple lunch of Cretan pies and Greek salad on day 2
  • Free bar open 2 hours a day; local Greek beer, wines and spirits and soft drinks

International flights

International flights. Prices are based on return flights with easyJet or British Airways from London Heathrow or Gatwick. Supplements may apply from other airports

Maximum 20kg checked luggage, per person (other)

Return transfers direct to you hotel

Plus

  • Expert host
  • Welcome drink
  • Hosted drinks reception
  • Porterage at your hotel
  • Free Wi-Fi

Exceptional value every time

Saga Host

Our trained hosts will welcome you and ensure you enjoy your holiday. We also offer 24/7 support if needed.

Travel insurance and additional cancellation cover included §

A price reduction of £20 is available if you choose not to take the included insurance and additional cancellation cover.

Please note

Please note there will be some itinerary changes 2025.

Included excursions

Activities and cooking demonstrations with Chef Irini
Agies Paraskies pottery
Heraklion Archaeological Museum including lunch
Lassinthos including lunch
Visit to Peskesi Organic and Bio-dynamic farm with lunch
Visit Lirarakis Winery including wine tasting session

Activities and cooking demonstrations with Chef Irini

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Chef Irini is ready to share her expertise, wisdom, and passion for Greek cuisine. From crafting Sbagliato cocktails to preparing traditional dishes like Greek salad and Cretan pies and indulging in olive oil and honey tastings.

Crete

Location

Hersonissos Maris Hotel map

An 10-minute drive will bring you to Hersonissos, a lively town with plenty of cafes, bars and restaurants. There is a small beach in front of the hotel, but you will find others in the resort if you would like a change of scenery. The nearest bus stop from the hotel is 200 yards away. The drive to/from the airport takes approximately 30 minutes.

Out and about

Day trip options may include the island of Spinalonga, Knossos Palace, and the more traditional villages in the hills behind Hersonissos. The Cretan capital Heraklion is well worth a visit with its vibrant old town, colourful markets and a pleasant harbour with fortifications.

Spinalonga

The little island of Spinalonga was home to the last leper colony in Europe. Today, you can stroll along its poignant cobbled streets of dilapidated buildings and see the ruins of a Venetian fortress.

Address

Hersonissos Beach, 46 Limin, Hersonissos, GR 70014

Hotel details

Meals are served buffet-style in the hotel’s restaurant, the ‘Alexander’, with a choice of salads, Greek and international specialities.

Breakfast is available between 0700-1000

Lunch is available between 1300-1400

Dinner is available between 1830-2100

The dress code is smart, casual.

The free bar is open up to 13 hours a day, between 1000-2300, serving international branded spirits and liqueurs, cocktails, wines and a range of coffees.

Balcony or Terrace

Television

Safe

Kettle

Fridge

Air conditioning

Hairdryer

Bath or shower

Guided orientation walks

Pool table

Table tennis

Tennis

Water sports available at the nearby beach

Evening entertainment (seasonal)

There is a choice of optional excursions available for an extra cost, subject to availability.

Availability

Best deal

May 2026

1 departure

From £1,945pp

Sep 2026

1 departure

From £2,245pp

Flight

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London Gatwick Airport

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§Underwritten by Astrenska Insurance Limited and subject to medical screening or a price reduction if not required. Pre-departure cancellation cover is provided by Saga and only available when taking out the included insurance.