October 03 – October 10, 2025
$3,149 per person based on double occupancy
$4,149 per person based on single occupancy
Deposit amount of $500 per person is due no later than April 3, 2025
Final payment is due no later than July 3, 2025
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
- Paralos Lifestyle Beach, Crete
Included:
Meals:
- 7 Breakfasts
- 2 Meze Light Lunches
- 4 Dinners
Activities:
- Visit Heraklion & Knossos
- Hiking from Imeroviglia to Oia
- Catamaran Cruise including snorkeling equipment, fruits and drinks
- Wine tour and tasting at Venetsanos 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
Today, you'll enjoy a morning at leisure after your wellness activity and breakfast. After checking out of the hotel and having lunch on your own, we’ll transfer you to the Santos Winery for a wine-tasting tour.
After learning about the volcanic wine production, enjoy a tasting as you soak up your final panoramic view of Santorini. Late in the afternoon, you'll head to the port to catch an afternoon ferry to Crete, the largest island in Greece. Nothing says “good evening” like watching the sunset over the majestic Mediterranean Ocean.
Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel for dinner and check-in.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: Paralos Lifestyle Beach, Heraklion
Cooking class
Start your day off with a leisurely breakfast while enjoying the grounds of the property.
Later in the morning, we will head out for a cooking demonstration. 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 on property and then enjoy the rest of the day at leisure with dinner on the property.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Paralos Lifestyle Beach, Heraklion
Explore Heraklion and Knossos
After a wellness activity and breakfast at your hotel, spend the rest of the morning at leisure enjoying the pool and nature that surrounds you.
Later in the afternoon, we depart to visit the 3,500-year-old Minoan palace of Knossos, a sprawling maze of royal chambers, grand staircases, storerooms, and workshops. This evocative Bronze Age site is believed to be Europe’s oldest city. A professional English-speaking guide will escort you on this visit as you step back in time.
From here, you'll head toward Heraklion's center where you are given a tour of the city with leisure time to follow. After dinner on your own, we’ll return to the hotel for the rest of the evening at leisure.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Paralos Lifestyle Beach, Heraklion
Catamaran Cruise
Start your day off with a morning wellness activity and leisurely breakfast. Later, transfer to the small fishing village of Bali where you can take in the beautiful beaches and coastline of Crete.
Later in the afternoon, board a 3-hour catamaran cruise to take in a fresh perspective of the island. The beautiful coastline and majestic shades of blue waters will leave you awestruck as you take in the cool ocean breeze. Enjoy drinks, snacks, and fruits on the boat in addition to snorkeling equipment.
Enjoy the rest of the evening at leisure with your farewell dinner on the property filled with great local cuisine and live entertainment.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Paralos Lifestyle Beach, Heraklion
Depart Heraklion
It's time to say farewell to Greece!
Today, you'll savor one more breakfast and wellness activity in Crete before your transfer to Heraklion International Airport for your flight home.
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.