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Heraklion airport VIP service and lounge
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Heraklion airport VIP service and lounge

Make your wait at the airport a breeze with our VIP airport service. Avoid all the usual hassle as you're fast tracked through check-in and security to enjoy unlimited drinks, snacks, Wi-Fi and more in the exclusive departure lounge. An altogether more relaxed way to round off your stay.Greeted on arrival at Heraklion Airport, the VIP service sees you sail through check-in and security with our fast track pass – giving you more time to take advantage of the comfortable VIP lounge and all its benefits.Inside, you've access to complimentary coffee, tea, water, soft drinks and snacks, as well as selected alcoholic beverages too. What's more, there's unlimited free Wi-Fi and access to TV, magazines and newspapers, allowing you to relax right up to take off.

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Scene Malia White Party at Apollo Club
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Scene Malia White Party at Apollo Club

Get ready to glow at the White Party. Rock your best all-white fit and soak up the hottest urban beats from top DJs til the early hours, spicing up the Old Skool classics with new jams. With our hype MC and fire-breathing dancers in glam white, the vibe's electric. It's the ultimate blend of elegance and wild party energy, making it the must-attend event where the night's vibe is as fresh as your fit.

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Amazonas Park and glass-bottom boat tour
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Amazonas Park and glass-bottom boat tour

It's all about Crete's wild side on this tour. You'll come face-to-face with monkeys, meerkats lemurs and more at Amazonas Park nature reserve and see a world below the waves with a glass-bottom boat trip. And in between, there's free time to chill out in Agios Nikolaos.Your destination for the morning is Amazonas Park, an animal refuge, where you'll get up-close to some of the world's most unusual, beautiful and endangered animals. You'll also find out about their rainforest environments, and how we can help with conservation efforts.At Agios Nikolaos town, you'll have a couple of hours to shop or grab lunch overlooking Mirabello Bay. Next, hop on to a glass-bottom boat for a trip in the bay. You'll glide out into the bay aboard a semi-submarine which features windows beneath the surface. Kids and adults will have a great time spotting the likes of loggerhead sea turtles and multicoloured fish darting around the rocks.

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Agios Nikolaos Market & Amazonas Park Nature Reserve Tour
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Agios Nikolaos Market & Amazonas Park Nature Reserve Tour

A trip that combines traditional Crete with its wild side. You'll drive through scenic landscapes and wander through the pretty harbour town of Agios Nikolaos – with an optional market visit. But then there's the twist to the tale with a visit to Amazonas Park nature reserve.After pick-up at your hotel, you'll head to Agios Nikolaos, where you'll have a couple of hours to explore on your own. Pick up tasty treats or souvenirs at the street market, stop for a drink in one of the waterfront cafés or gaze into Lake Voulismeni, which local legend says is bottomless.Next up, we'll head towards Mirabello Bay in the northeast of the island. Your destination is Amazonas Park, an animal refuge, where you will come face-to-face with some of the world's most unusual, beautiful and endangered animals. You'll also find out about their rainforest environments, and how we can help with conservation efforts.

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Dia Island Boat Cruise
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Dia Island Boat Cruise

Legend has it that the gods created Dia Island and there's certainly something heavenly about it. On this trip, you'll set sail to the mythical isle whilst enjoying all-inclusive drinks and a tasty lunch onboard. What's more, with plenty of time for swimming, snorkeling and even a spot of fishing too, this trip really gets the holiday vibes going.

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Rethymnon Town & Market Tour
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Rethymnon Town & Market Tour

With plenty of free time to explore at your own pace, this morning trip to the romantic town of Rethymnon is as relaxing as they come. You'll journey along the west coast of Crete to Rethymnon where you'll discover history, architecture and charm by the bucket-load.

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Family tour to the mountains of Crete with Mythological Park
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Family tour to the mountains of Crete with Mythological Park

This action-packed day brings the essence of Crete to life for all the family. Discover Greek mythology as you explore scenic mountain trails on an off-road adventure leading to the Lassithi plateau. There's a chance to have a go at making ceramics and a visit to the Mythological Park, too. Katerina, one of our expert local guides, enthusiastically says, ‘Lassithi plateau is a personal favourite on this tour. You'll be greeted by the sight of dozens of windmills that dot the landscape. They were built in the 19th century to grind grain, and are now a symbol of the region.'Kick off on a trail which climbs into the mountains to reach the first stop at the Aposelimi dam. From here we'll make our way to a viewpoint where we can see across the Lassithi plateau, a high, fertile plain that legend states was the birthplace of Zeus.Rumbling down to the plateau, we'll head to a ceramics workshop and olive oil producer. It's a fun stop for the kids who will have plenty of time to have a go at making their own pottery creations. Next up is the Mythological park, where you'll find out all about ancient Greek myths - the special lighting and sound effects alongside the audio tour make the park enjoyable for all ages. Round off the day with lunch in a taverna, before calling in at the village of Krassi, which is famous for a 2,000-year old plane tree and has a natural spring water source.

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Heraklion Watercity Waterpark with Transfer
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Heraklion Watercity Waterpark with Transfer

A day in the waterpark is the ultimate family holiday activity. The mix of high-octane thrills and relaxing fun means there's something for everyone and very mood. And that's Watercity themed waterpark down to a T.

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Malia Scene Pass
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Malia Scene Pass

Looking to let loose in Malia? We got you. Bag your Scene Pass for access to the some of Crete's best nights out, including pool parties, beachside raves and more...

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Spinalonga self-guided audio tour on your phone
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Spinalonga self-guided audio tour on your phone

Buy this audio tour of Spinalonga Island downloadable on your smartphone! Explore at your own pace, listen to fascinating stories, and gain great insights into the island!

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Santorini Tour from Heraklion
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Santorini Tour from Heraklion

The volcanic island of Santorini lies north of Crete. And this daytrip by fast catamaran is a great chance to take a close-up look at it. Curved around a colossal, sea-filled caldera that was formed by a massive volcanic eruption 3,500 years ago, it's all black cliffs, whitewashed villages and blue-domed churches. It's picture-postcard Greece.Once you're on dry land, you'll take off on a scenic tour, exploring many of the island's attractions and learning about its history. Explore a caldera-edge town, where whitewashed houses, cobbled streets and tavernas cascade down the cliff-face in steep terraces.You'll then have some free time in both Oia and the island's capital, Fira. Spend an hour or so snapping up treats in the quaint shops and boutiques. Or, visit some of the best lookouts to take photos – the views over the caldera are great. It's made for selfies.

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4x4 off-road tour of Crete’s mountains with taverna lunch
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4x4 off-road tour of Crete’s mountains with taverna lunch

Get ready to go off-road on this adrenaline-pumping 4x4 adventure that will take you well and truly off the radar. Explore the more rural parts of Crete and the beautiful nature as you voyage through the mountains on this small group tour.

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Things to do in Crete

Crete offers a diverse landscape with sunny beaches, gorges, rivers and rolling valleys dotted with rustic villages. Best seen by car or on a guided excursion, the mountainous inlands are definitely worth exploring, perhaps on a hike to discover one of Europe’s longest gorges. The beaches won’t disappoint, with their soft white sand and transparent waters. Perfect for snorkelling, kayaking and swimming, Crete is the ideal destination for relaxation and adventure alike. It also boasts a wealth of architectural and cultural treasures as well as a highly regarded herb-infused cuisine. Top six things to do in Crete: 1. Take a tour of Spinalonga A tour of Spinalonga is one of the most interesting things to do in Crete. This fortified islet, located in the Gulf of Elounda, has a long and turbulent history. Originally a Venetian outpost, it was later occupied by the Ottomans, but is most famous for housing a leper colony in the 20th century. Take a guided tour of the island, learn about its past, wander the cobbled streets, see the archaeological ruins of the Venetian castle and visit the school, hospital and church of the former leper colony. 2. Go on an off-road adventure An island with rugged hills, sprawling canyons and traditional mountain villages, Crete is an adventure seeker’s dream. Go off-road with an adrenaline-pumping 4x4 adventure to explore the island’s most rural parts and tick off plenty of must-sees on the way. Bump down dirt tracks, pass through remote villages, see ancient temples and stop for a swim at beaches only accessible by 4x4 to wash off the heat and dust from the day’s exertions. 3. Catch the ferry to another island There are many islets along off Crete that you can visit. On the south coast, Koufonisi and Chrissi are two uninhabited islands, where you can spend a wonderful day swimming in aquamarine seas and relaxing on the soft sands. The famous islet of Elafonisi draws beachgoers to the southwestern corner of Crete thanks to its pink-hued sands and glistening waters. While the island of Santorini, located north of Crete, is a popular day trip and usually involves a scenic tour taking in the whitewashed villages perched above its volcanic caldera. 4. Explore the ancient Palace of Knossos Knossos is the most important Bronze Age archaeological site on Crete. Once the political centre of Minoan civilisation, it is considered Europe’s oldest city. Knossos was inhabited for several thousand years, beginning with a Neolithic settlement sometime in seventh century BC, and was abandoned after the late Bronze Age. After an initial discovery excavation in 1878, the ruins were fully unearthed in 1990. Highlights include the restored frescoes, the ancient courtyards, soaring columns and the reconstructed Throne Room. 5. Visit the capital, Heraklion The island’s capital is full of history and attractions and is an ideal place to explore on foot. Heraklion’s Old Town is especially interesting and some of its most notable landmarks include the 16th century Koules Fortress, Jesus Gate and the Venetian city walls. The Heraklion Archaeological Museum in the centre of the city is also a must for history buffs and houses frescoes, pottery, jewellery, weapons and sculptures from Minoan civilisation. 6. Hike the Samaria Gorge The 16km-long Samaria Gorge is one of the longest in Europe and attracts hiking enthusiasts to its trails every summer. Located in a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, the hike starts from the mountain village of Omalos and carves it way down through the countryside to the seaside village of Agia Roumeli. The trail is a must for adventure and nature lovers and takes in a variety of landscapes and wildlife. The walk can take from 4 to 6 hours, and an organised tour is highly recommended.
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