Historical
Through your visit in Crete you should be prepared to immerse yourself in roughly 8.000 thousand years of history and constant human presence. You will start with experiencing the living proof of the existence of Minoans – the first civilization that ever flourished in Europe, begging at 3000 BC. Wander through the remnants of Greeks and Romans that chose Crete as a main commercial hub and the Arab invasion evidence. Sense the atmosphere of Monasteries and the influence of the Byzantines, that are omnipresent and still vibrant on the island and marvel at the wonderful monuments of the Venetian rule that are adorning all of its cities. Finally, witness the strong influence of the Ottoman occupation as well as the contribution of Cretan people to modern day Greek –and European- history, all of them ready to be discovered in every corner of this amazing island.
A Walking Tour of Old Chania
We welcome you to the only walking tour of old town Chania conducted by officially licensed Greek tourist guides. This is a fun tour exploring the old town past and present.
Starting at the...
MoreBattle of Crete - The Island of the Brave
“They shall not grow old ,as we that are left grow old;
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning,
We will remember them”.
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MoreMilia a full organic village
Milia is an authentic 17th century mountain settlement which has been transformed into and eco-friendly tourist complex; it seems to have sprouted from the lands of Crete. A glorious location...
MoreA spectacular tour (Preveli Monastery)
The excursion begins with the late Minoan cemetery Armenoi, a village on the south of Rethymno. Archaeologists have retrieved many burial compartments, many of which had been sealed since the time of...
MoreA Walking Tour of Old Rethymnon, including Museum and Fortress
There is evidence that humans inhabited Rethymnon as early as 1600 BC (Late Minoan III) if not before. There are also many vestiges of Medieval, Renaissance, and Turkish occupation that mix elegantly...
MoreAncient Lato and the Kritsa Gorge
This program combines a visit to the ancient Greek city of Lato with a hike of the Kritsa Gorge. One of the most important Doric cities on the island, the ruins of fortified Lato date to the 5th and...
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Agia Irini Nunnery and the Mili Gorge
Recommended as a half-day activity, ideal for families with young children.
The program begins at the Monastery of Agia Irini (Santa Irene) at the foot of Mt. Vrisinas about 5 kms south of...
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Medieval Heraklion and the Historical Museum of Crete
This tour begins at the most important medieval fortification network of the entire Mediterranean Sea. The walls of Chandax (Latinized as Candia, the former name of Heraklion) were built in the 16th...
MoreA Cretan Odyssey
Day 1. Minoan Palace of Knossos and the Heraklion Archaeological Museum a walk through the historic section of Heraklion (overnight: Heraklion). Knossos is one of the most famous archeological sites...
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