Rethymno and Chania
Stroll through Rethymno, Greece’s best-preserved medieval city, and admire the fusion of Venetian architecture and Orthodox churches, as well as the romantic Venetian harbor of Chania.
Private small group tour to Crete, Greece - 7 days 6 nights
7D6N Crete Private Tour
Heraklion Airport, Spinalonga Island, Palace of Knossos, Rethymno and Chania, birthplace of Zeus
7 Days 6 NightsDeparture and return from Heraklion Airport
Starting from $16,780 per personA minimum of 2 people are required to travel together.
Private car pick-upAirport pick-up and private transportation for days 3-6 included
Star-rated accommodationIncludes 6 nights in a 4-star hotel in Heraklion, with meals.
Private small group tour price reference
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From HK$16,780 per person
- Minimum number of participants required to form a group
- 2 people
- Price terms
- Prices are confirmed based on departure date, number of travelers, and room type.
Prices for private tours are subject to change based on departure date, number of travelers, room type, and availability. The final price will be confirmed by Travel Mama.
CRETE PRIVATE HIGHLIGHTS TOUR
Explore the medieval charm of Rethymno and visit Spinalonga Island and the Palace of Knossos.
This 7-day, 6-night private tour of Crete, Greece, offers a perfect blend of Venetian castle architecture, Minoan civilization, and off-road adventure! Starting with a private pick-up from Heraklion Airport, explore Rethymno, one of Greece's best-preserved medieval cities, and the romantic Venetian harbour of Chania. Take a boat trip to Spinalonga (the Island of Tears), the setting of the 2009 bestseller "The Island." Visit the magnificent Palace of Knossos, dating back to 1900 BC, and its archaeological museum. A thrilling Land Rover adventure awaits, exploring the birthplace of Zeus and the breathtaking scenery of the Lasithi Plateau! Stay throughout at the 4-star Hotel Olive Green Heraklion or similar in Heraklion, ensuring a comfortable and unforgettable private Greek journey!
Heraklion Airport
Spinalonga
Knossos Palace
Rethymno and Chania
Zeus' birthplace off-road adventureHeraklion Airport
Spinalonga
Knossos Palace
Rethymno and Chania
Zeus' birthplace off-road adventureHeraklion Airport
Spinalonga Island Guided Tour
Explore Spinalonga, the famous "Island of Tears" on Crete, by boat, and learn about the ruins of the former Venetian fortress and its historical stories.
Knossos Palace and Museum
Explore the Palace of Knossos, the center of Minoan civilization, with a guided tour of the labyrinthine mythology, and visit the Heraklion Archaeological Museum.
Land Rover Adventure to the Zeus Cave
Take a ride in a Land Rover to the top of the mountain, explore the birthplace of Zeus (Zeus Cave), and enjoy a delicious barbecue lunch with unlimited wine on the Lasithi Plateau!
Package inclusions
- Minimum group size is 2 people
- Inbound/Outbound private transfers from/to Heraklion Airport
- Heraklion (Days 1-6) Hotel Olive Green Heraklion (4*) or similar
- 6 Breakfasts, 6 Dinners, 2 Lunches
- Private transportation (Days 3-6)
- Entrance fees as stated in the itinerary
Exclusions
- ✗ City tax for hotel overnight stays, effective January 1, 2018 (payable on-site)
- ✗ Porterage at airports and hotels
- ✗ Tips
- ✗ The airfare is not included
- ✗ Any other expenses not mentioned.
7-DAY ITINERARY
7-Day 6-Night Suggested Itinerary
Actual transportation arrangements and tour times may be adjusted according to the departure date, local operating conditions, and traffic conditions.
Day 1
ARRIVAL CRETE (22km – 30 min)
Arrive at the airport, where our representative will meet and greet you. Then transfer from Heraklion airport the hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure, exploring the delightful surroundings on your own. Dinner is included.
🏨 Accommodation: Heraklion 4-star Hotel
Day 2
CRETE: DAY AT LEISURE
Begin your day with a delectable breakfast at the hotel. Then, relax on the beach or enjoy the day exploring the island on your own. Dinner is included.
🏨 Accommodation: Heraklion 4-star Hotel
🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3
CRETE: BOAT TRIP TO THE ISLAND OF SPINALONGA (130km – 8hrs)
After a tasty breakfast, you will be picked up at your hotel to start discovering the hidden treasures of Greece. Spinalonga is one of the most famous spots in Crete, and sometimes called the ‘island of tears’ due to its past as a leper colony. It was initially a Venetian fortress, it became the home for hundreds of Greece’s lepers who were shipped there and formed a colony. Once there, you’ll take a guided walk around the remains of the colony. See its main street, still lined with the shops and houses where the lepers attempted to live ordinary lives. Later, you’ll sail back to Elounda, where you’ll have a typical Cretan lunch and have free time to walk around, do some shopping or go for a swim. Lunch and dinner are included.
🏨 Accommodation: Heraklion 4-star Hotel
🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4
CRETE: PALACE OF KNOSSOS AND HERAKLION TOWN (42km – 7/8hrs)
After the rich breakfast served at the hotel, you will be picked up and transferred to the imposing Palace of Knossos. The landmark dates back to 1900 BC, it was the hub of Crete’s Minoan civilisation and where the fearsome Minotaur was said to have lurked in the labyrinth. Your guide will explain the myths surrounding the palace and its Kings as they lead you around its treasures. Then, visit Heraklion, see the Venetian lion fountain and the loggia that is now the Town Hall before finishing up at the entrance to the old harbour. Here, time is your own to explore. Take advantage also of the guided tour in the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion. Dinner is included.
🏨 Accommodation: Heraklion 4-star Hotel
🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5
CRETE: WEST CRETE, RETHYMNON AND CHANIA (326km – 10/11hrs)
Enjoy a mouthwatering breakfast before your morning picks up. Today we´ll visit two of Crete’s cities, Chania (also known as Little Venice) and Rethymnon with its fascinating mix of Italian and Turkish influences both with picturesque harbour fronts. Your guide will take you on a tour of the old quarter, its quaint little neighbourhoods and backstreets that have been restored beautifully. Afterwards, make a visit to the lively Chania market hall with local produce and the famous leather lane before ending up at the breathtakingly beautiful Venetian port of Chania. Equally beautifully is the old town and harbour of Rethymnon, the second stop. You have free time in both to explore the winding back streets. A day full of discovery, beautiful scenery and history. Dinner is included.
🏨 Accommodation: Heraklion 4-star Hotel
🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6
CRETE: LAND ROVER TOUR AND EXPLORE THE BIRTHPLACE OF ZEUS (120km – 7/8hrs)
Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the hotel and head towards the central part of Crete to learn about its mythology, culture, and local life, while having lots of fun. Your day starts from the moment you meet your drivers, who will take you to your first stop, the Potamies Reservoir water dam. Continuing our journey through mesmerising paths and olive trees, we reach the ruins of the Roman aqueduct of Lyttos. Admire the beauty of the site and continue towards the quaint village of Kastamonitsa, where we join the locals for a coffee break in the traditional cafeneion. Afterwards, the real off-road adventure begins! We will Climb high into the mountains and follow the ancient minaon path that leads us to the cave of Zeus (entrance not included) where, according to mythology, the father of all the gods was born. Then, you have the chance to take some memorable photographs of the Lassithi Plateau, before we drop down to the plateau for a delicious BBQ lunch with unlimited wine! The journey continues with a stop at Lassithi plateau, where time has virtually stood still and the local people are mainly farmers. We continue the adventure until we reach the village of Krassi our last stop of the day. Catch a glimpse of the 2,000-year-old plane tree and learn about its natural spring water source. End this thrilling day with a transfer back to your hotel. Lunch is included with wine and bottled water.
🏨 Accommodation: Heraklion 4-star Hotel
🍽 Meals: Breakfast, lunch with wine, dinner
Day 7
DEPARTURE CRETE (16/22km – 20/30min)
Begin your day with a rich breakfast at the hotel. You then have free time for final sightseeing or shopping; according to your flight time, our representative will take you to Heraklion airport to end your private Crete tour.
🍽 Meals: Breakfast
STAY IN CRETE
4★ Accommodation Recommendations
We have carefully selected premium 4-star hotels in Heraklion to ensure a comfortable and relaxing stay during your enriching Crete journey. The actual hotel is subject to availability.
HERAKLION
Heraklion (6 nights consecutive stay)
- Hotel Olive Green Heraklion (4★) or similarPremium 4-star hotel in the city center, consecutive nights, no need to move your luggage.
Precautions and Frequently Asked Questions
- Footwear recommendations: Appropriate walking shoes are needed for the long hike and climb on the sixth day.
- Tickets and Activities: All tickets and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Spinalonga Island Tour and Elounda Port (shared boat trip) (Day 3); Knossos Archaeological Site and Heraklion Museum (Day 4); Rethymno and Chania (Day 5); Land Rover Tour (Day 6).
- Rights reserved: We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical issues, or safety reasons.
- Hotel room types: Early check-in, late check-out, connecting rooms, or adjacent rooms are subject to availability and are not guaranteed. In many hotels in Greece, triple rooms are actually double rooms with an extra bed or sofa bed, and the comfort level is below international standards for triple rooms.
- Refund Policy: Unused services are non-refundable and packages cannot be split.
- Order Confirmation: Once confirmed, bookings are strictly non-refundable and unchangeable. Confirmation will be sent within 3 working days.
- Document requirements: Guests must hold a valid passport and entry visa that are valid for at least 6 months from the date of return to Hong Kong. Our company is not responsible for any problems arising from guests' personal documents.
- Essential items: Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Greece. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay. Walking shoes recommended for Zeus Cave visit.
- Package Code: 441209
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