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Highlights of Crete

7 days
From Heraklion to Chania
5.0
1 traveler review
Highlights of Crete - Intrepid Travel
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Tour Operator:
Intrepid Travel
Max group size:
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Age range:
15 to 99
Operated in:
English
Tour id:
218159
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Highlights

  • Explore Europe's oldest city, Knossos
  • Taste Crete's unique wines at a local winery
  • Sail to the untouched beach of Sougia
  • Hike through the historic Agia Irini Gorge
  • Learn pottery making in vibrant Chania

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Heraklion
  2. Day 2 Knossos / Agios Ioannis
  3. Day 3 South Coast / Sougia
  4. Day 4 Agia Irini Gorge / Sougia
  5. Day 5 Chania
  6. Day 6 Chania
  7. Day 7 Chania
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  • Guide
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  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
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Where You'll Stay

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Operated by

Intrepid Travel

Number of tours

1,297

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

5 hours

Response rate

88%

Back in 1989, two guys from Melbourne, Australia by the names of Darrell and Manch set off on an adventure to the other side of the world. They travelled to Africa and without air conditioning on their modified truck, they filled it with supplies, some beer, a bunch of aviator sunglasses, and...

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  • 4.6
  • Highlights of Crete reviewer 1
    · October 2nd, 2024
    This was my first Intrepid tour and I don't see myself traveling any other way! Our team leader, Georgia was amazing, I met people from across the world, and we got to see so many areas of Crete. I cherished each experience I had -- many of which would not have happened if I had traveled a different way
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    Intrepid Travel commented on this review
    Hi Sonya, thank you for your review - we are so pleased you enjoyed your time with us, and are thrilled that you got to see all the local secrets with your amazing leader, Georgia. We look forward to seeing what destination you decide on next, and are... Show more
    Trip date: September 2024

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7 days
Highlights of Crete
From Heraklion to Chania

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    • How can I make payment for the tour?

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    • Can I cancel my booking and what is the refund policy?

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    • I am interested in booking a trip but have constraints due to a knee injury. Can I opt out of hiking activities?

      You can opt out of hiking if it doesn't suit your health condition. Our tours have flexible activity options to ensure all participants can enjoy their experience according to their comfort.

    • What types of accommodation are provided during the tour?

      Accommodations can vary across our tours including hotels and guesthouses. Not all accommodations will have en suite facilities or air-conditioning.

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    • What is the procedure if I require a single supplement?

      Single supplements can be arranged and are subject to availability. They need to be booked in advance due to the limited availability of single rooms at some accommodations.

    • Can you arrange airport transfers to and from the tour starting and finishing point hotels?

      We can only arrange airport transfers to and from our tour starting and finishing point hotels. If your accommodation is different, please make your own transportation arrangements to the airport.

    • What are the age ranges of fellow travelers in the group?

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    Good to Know

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      Greece
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      As a traveller from USA, Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F, D, M. As a traveller from South Africa you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F.

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      • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Greece. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Greece. Ideally 2 months before travel.
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      • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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