Tours

A 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...

Unknown Crete: Exploration in 4WD (Moni Koudouma)

This excursion, of a full day, includes guiding the Asterousia Mount on South Central Crete in 4WD suitable for adventures on rough terrain. The drive is picturesque, with an impressive view of...

A Day in and Around Ano Assites Village

Assites is located 23 km south of Heraklion on the picturesque eastern slopes of Mt Ida (Psiloritis). This was an area of Cretan resistance during the Ottoman occupation and the location of some of...

Heraklion, Its History and Culture: A Walking Tour

Heraklion, the capital and largest city of Crete, abounds with buildings, monuments, and churches that bear witness to its centuries-old history, among them the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, ...

Arkadi Monastery, Chania and Rethymnon

This tour starts from Heraklion and combines a relaxed scenic drive along the northern coast with visits at an historical monastery as well as the two most picturesque towns on the island.

All...

Knossos and its treasures

We will visit Knossos, the largest and most famous of the Minoan palaces, the residence of the mythical King Minos and the monster Minotaur, a multi-acre complex of royal apartments, elaborate...

Heroes and legends in the highlands of Mt. Ida

We will spend the day on Idis mountain, or Psiloritis, reliving its history, exploring the natural environment, getting to know the way of living of the locals.

We begin with the archaeological...