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CRETE

Crete is the country’s most populated
island and was once the centre of the
Minoan civilisation. It’s teeming with local
treasures such as the Palace of Knossos
and is a nature lover’s delight, with
mountains, gorges, rivers and beaches
seemingly at every turn. Various museums
can be found in the capital of Heraklion
and other popular attractions include the
Venetian old city and the port of Chania.

SEE
• Head to Balos Lagoon and admire its
turquoise waters and exotic scenery
• Visit the Holy Trinity Monastery for incredible
examples of Renaissance architecture
DO Crete
• Tour the Palace of Knossos, also known as
Europe’s oldest city REGIONAL AIRPORT
Balos Lagoon
• Hike through Samaria Gorge National Park 1 Chania ATTRACTION
Kissamos 3
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EAT & DRINK Samaria Gorge Panormos Heraklion 4 Agios Nikolaos
• For traditional Mediterranean flavours, try National Park
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7 Thalasses restaurant in Heraklion
WHAT’S ON
Rethymno Carnival HOTELS PAGE
1 March 1 Balos Beach ◆◆◆ 41
The Renaissance Festival 2 Civitel Creta Beach ◆◆◆◆ 41
31 May to 31 August 2 Galaxy Hotel Iraklio ◆◆◆◆◆ 41
3 Iberostar Creta Panorama & Mare ◆◆◆◆ 41
World Tourism Day 2 Lato Boutique Hotel ◆◆◆ 41
26 September 4 Wyndham Grand Crete Mirabello Bay
◆◆◆◆◆ 41 Palace of Knossos

$ * ^
From 1325 per person twin share
8 DAYS | HERAKLION TO HERAKLION
TRAVEL TYPE: Self drive
DEPARTS: Daily

HIGHLIGHTS
• Explore the town of Chania by bicycle or on foot
• Hike to the top of Yiouhtas Mountain
• Sun yourself on the beaches of Agios Nikolaos
Agios Nikolaos • Travel back in time in the Old Port district
EXPLORE CRETE 8 DAYS of Chania
• Enjoy a morning coffee at Votamos Lake in Zaros
Day 1: Heraklion to Agios Nikolaos – 63km Day 6: Chania to Archanes (B) – 160km
Arrive into Heraklion and pick up your car. Drive to Head to Akrotiri and visit the archaeological site INCLUDES
Agios Nikolaos. Stay the next 2 nights in Agios Nikolaos. of Aptera. After, continue to Vamos, Kournas and • 7 nights 3 and 4 star hotel accommodation
Day 2: Agios Nikolaos (B) Rethymnon. After looking around the town, drive to • Meals as specified
Spend the day getting to know this leisurely and arty Arcadi Monastery for a short visit before continuing to • Local taxes
destination. Its compact design makes it perfect for Archanes – a charming village not far from Heraklion. • Map and itinerary
exploring on foot. Stroll the marina, take in some retail Stay the next two nights in Archanes. ^Based on 8 day package, valid 1 Apr – 31 Oct 20.
therapy of visit the beaches of Ammoudi and Kitroplatia. Day 7: Archanes (B) Conditions apply. Tour does not include rental car or
Kitroplatia is a great location for dining and bar-hopping. Today, visit the town of Heraklion and the famous Palace associated costs. Refer to page 16 for vehicle rental details.
Day 3: Agios Nikolaos to Kapetaniana (B) – 127km of Knossos. This palace was built by the Minoans
This morning, head towards Gournia along the south and was inhabited for several thousand years before
coast via Ierapetra to Kapetaniana. Overnight in its destruction in 1375BC. It’s a fascinating place to
Kapetaniana. spend a few hours in conjunction with a visit to Iraklio’s
Archaeological Museum. After, drive out to Peza to visit
Day 4: Kapetaniana to Chania (B) – 157km wineries and olive oil plantations.
Depart for Gortys and Phaitos before continuing to START/FINISH
Agia Galini, then on to Chania. Stay the next two nights Day 8: Archanes to Heraklion (B) – 15km OVERNIGHT
ATTRACTION
in Chania. Drive to Heraklion airport and drop-off the car before 2 Chania
your departure flight.
Day 5: Chania (B) • Aptera Heraklion
Today, get to know the picturesque town of Chania. (B = breakfast) Rethymnon
Stroll through the alleys of the Old Town, enjoy a sunset 2 2
dinner in the Tabakaria neighbourhood and explore the Archanes Agios Nikolaos
Old Port district. You’ll find great tavernas, live music, Agia Galini 1 Kapetaniana
museums, beaches and enough shopping to fill in
your time.

* Prices are a guide only, subject to change and availability and are in New Zealand Dollars. From prices for self drive packages are per person per package twin share, unless otherwise specified and based on the lowest room
40 category for travel in low season. Prices for tours and transfers are per person, unless otherwise specified. For full terms and conditions including pricing and conditions, refer to the Booking Conditions at the back of this brochure.