Crete and Athens holiday
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Description of Crete and Athens holiday
Crete is famed for its busy resorts and sandy beaches, but this tailor made Crete and Athens holiday immerses you in the island’s fascinating history and culture. You’ll visit popular locations such as Chania and the Palace of Knossos, but also spend plenty of time in less-visited rural parts of Crete where the atmosphere is a lot more peaceful, and even a small income from tourism can go a long way.
Boat trips to picturesque bays and islands, where you can swim and enjoy traditional lunches on deck or on the beach, are combined with nature walks, tours of olive oil factories and historic sites, and free time to simply wander quiet little fishing villages or coastal trails.
Day-trips are packed with adventure on a tour that’s particularly ideal for families looking for a break from the ordinary in Crete. Take the two-hour, shaded trek through the Imbros Gorge for instance; and a day of beachcombing and swimming in the warm sea off Elafonisi; and there is also the enticing prospect of a boat trip to Spinalonga to uncover its history as a pirate refuge, a Venetian fortress, and a leper colony.
After a week roaming Crete, with an itinerary that can be shaped to your interests, you head to Athens. Here, a brilliant local guide will lead you on an informative and entertaining walking tours of sites such as the Acropolis, and you’ll take a memorable excursion to the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion just south of the capital. This tour is packed with adventure and enthralling stories, yet the pace is always wonderfully relaxed. The perfect way to take in Crete and Athens.
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Travel dates can also affect the prices.
The itinerary can always be adjusted to suit your budget.
Single suppl +330 eur
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5 Reviews of Crete and Athens holiday
Reviewed on 02 Sep 2025 by Charlie Young
The holiday was memorable in many ways; firstly, for being so well organised from start to finish. From the quality of hotels and trips to sight-seeing and restaurant tips to efficient transfers and hire cars being delivered and picked up from the hotel door - it was family travel with all the sting taken out.Highlights were the beautiful village of Lefkes and Volax, the great boat trip around Antiparos and the delicious food all over. Paros and Tonos were wonderful islands to visit - Greece without the hordes. Read full reviewReviewed on 27 Aug 2025 by Tricia Cortez
Traveling abroad for the first time with my two young children, 8 yo and 10 yo. I wanted to incorporate some history and culture, while making space to relax and to swim and swim in Aegean. Highlights of our two week trip included visiting and having an excellent guided tour of the Parthenon/Acropolis and the modern and user-friendly Acropolis museum. We also enjoyed our time spent on Paros, in a quiet side of the island away from the touristy hustle and bustle. Read full reviewReviewed on 15 Apr 2025 by Ron Tornquist
I would have to say ancient Olympia and the original Olympic site were the highlights of the trip. Read full reviewReviewed on 07 Aug 2023 by Jan Pond
I would definitely recommend the tour operator, Anthi was very helpful knowledgeable and quick to respond to any quesrtions. She had great ideas and suggestions to make our holiday perfect. Read full reviewResponsible Travel
Planet
CARBON REDUCTIONReduced Air Travel:
This nine-day Crete and Athens highlights tour is designed to minimize air travel. The transition from Athens to the island of Crete is by ferry boat and not by plane, eliminating the need for internal flights, thus reducing the tour's carbon footprint.
ENVIRONMENT AND WILDLIFE
a. Eco-Friendly Accommodations:
We ensure that almost all accommodations on this tour adhere to strict environmental policies, including water conservation through rainwater harvesting and waste management.
b. Vegetarian and Vegan Options:
During the whole tour our guests have the choice to taste vegetarian and vegan food options from the rich Greek cuisine that is full of such healthy dishes. Crete is famous for its Mediterranean cuisine, which is mainly based on extra virgin olive oil, vegetables and fruits of its fertile land. Crete could be the model of nutrition worldwide and teach lessons in reducing the carbon footprint because of this particularity.
c. Local and Seasonal Food:
All suggested restaurants during the tour are specialized in seasonal and locally sourced food, cooking their recipes from raw materials from the local production of livestock breeders and farmers.
We also mostly work with local accommodations, whose owners have plans and policies on reducing or switching to certified palm oil, soy, and forestry products. Crete is famous on this part of life.
People
LOCAL ECONOMYa. Locally-Owned Accommodations:
All of the accommodations on this tour are locally owned, ensuring that the revenue generated stays within the community. With locally-owned hotels, we ensure an authentic experience for the guests when visiting Crete.
b. Local Economic Opportunities:
We prioritize local economic growth by employing guides native to each region we visit. The tour includes visits to local craft markets as in the village of Psychro is also well known for its handmade ceramics and the workshop. We also suggest our visitors to buy handmade crafts during all over their holiday in Crete, as the island is full of such shops, contributing directly to the local economy.
EMPLOYMENT, INCLUSIVITY AND DIVERSITY
a. Local Employment: All our partners in Crete are locals, including those from marginalized communities.
b. Diversity Strategy:
To our per trip diverse partners we provide equal opportunities regardless of race, gender, or sexual orientation.
c. LGBTQ+ Friendly: This tour is LGBTQ+ friendly. We strive to create an inclusive environment for all our guests.
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