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Crete and Athens in 11-Days
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treasures of Athens . . . the romance of the Greek isles. What's better
than a journey with a cherished companion to one of these prized destination?
This is a trip tailored to make the most of that special company and
unique occasion, be it an anniversary, a honeymoon, or a singular
chance to be alone and away. We have selected superior and deluxe
hotels notable for their charm, atmosphere, and, of course, fine service.
Day
1 - Athens - Tour starts Daily in Crete : April- Oct .
WELCOME TO ATHENS! . Our local rep. escorts you from the airport
to your hotel, with time
left to start exploring Athens. Tour available also : Without
Athens
Day
2 - ATHENS (B)
On your first morning in Athens we show you the top sights: the Acropolis
and its museum, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch,
the Theater of Dionysus.
The Acropolis hill, so called the "Sacred
Rock" of Athens, is the most important site of the
city. During Perikles' Golden Age, ancient
Greek civilization was represented in an ideal way on the hill and some
of the architectural masterpieces of the period were erected on its
ground.
The first habitation remains on the Acropolis date from the Neolithic
period. Over the centuries, the rocky hill was continuously used either
as a cult place or as a residential area or both. The inscriptions on
the numerous and precious offerings to the sanctuary of Athena (marble
korai, bronze and clay statuettes and vases)
indicate that the cult of the city's patron goddess was established
as early as the Archaic period (650-480 B.C.).
During the Classical period (450-330 B.C.) three important temples were
erected on the ruins of earlier ones: the Parthenon, the Erechtheion, and the Temple of Nike, dedicated to Athena Parthenos,
Athena Polias, and Athena-Apteros Nike,
respectively. The Propylaea, the monumental
entrance to the sacred area was also constructed in the same period.
The monuments on the Acropolis reflect the successive phases of the
city's history. Some of them were converted into Christian churches,
houses of the Franks and later on, of the Turks. After the liberation
of Athens from the Turks, the protection, restoration and conservation
of the monuments was one of the first tasks of the newly-founded Greek
state. This major effort is continued until today, with the large-scale
restoration and supporting of the monuments, which started in the 1970's
and is still in progress.
The first excavations on the hill were conducted between 1835 and 1837.
More systematic work was carried out in 1885-1890 by Panagiotis
Kavvadias.
In
the afternoon, plunge into the city as you like ( on your own ) for
sightseeing and shopping.
Day
3 - Athens Markets or BYZANTINE
Churches - (cBL)
Ride the new Athens Subway alongside the locals today ( always escorted
with your English speaking Guide) ! We take pride in affording you this
experience, entirely by public transportation, with orientation by our
English-speaking representative. You'll get to tour Athens fascinating
vegetable & fruit markets by subway and/ or taxi. Enjoy lunch at
a charming local restaurant before we head back to the hotel . Markets
days/dates are subject to change, we may have to change your program
in Athens to accommodate such changes.
Or
if you prefer you may choose instead to tour one of the following tours:
BYZANTINE CHURCHES
Russian Orthodox Church at Filellinon & Amalias
Athens cathedral (Mitropolis) at Mitropoleos
Kapnikarea at Ermou
Saint Theodore at Klafthmonos
They then visited the Jewelry museum (LALAOUNIS) before breaking for
lunch.
They used the metro 3 times (because they wanted to).
HISTORICAL INTEREST- Museum Tour :
BENAKI MUSEUM - (closed on Tuesdays)
Covering the history of Greece from Paleolithic (pre-historic, 60000
B.C.) till present. Can easily spend over 4 hours in there. There is
also a cafeteria for breaks.
ARCHAEOLOGICAL INTEREST
Temple of Olympian Zeus / Dionissos Theatre/ Ancient Agora/ Roman Agora
Guests who have been on the organized tour (the day before) can use
the same entrance ticket to all the archaeological sites mentioned above.
Above are only suggestions , you may discuss with the guide and modify
(add/subtract) according to what you are most interested in. The guide
will advise you on what is feasible to cover in a half-day. Or add another
half day : additional $$$ apply
DAY
4 - CRETE (B)
As your flight over the blue Aegean lands in Crete our local rep will
escort you to your hotel.
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DAY
5 - Crete - Own activities (B)
To stay in your lovely hotel and enjoy the beach, the service, and the
amenities, or to venture out to explore some of the , coves, and villages
, that is the question! No doubt, you'll mix a bit of both.
Day 6 - Crete -Own Activities (B)
Relax, and revisit a favorite café or shop ,sip an ouzo or retsina at
a waterside café, discover a beach or two, pick up a loaf of fresh bread
and cheese and olives, and picnic on a hillside as you look out to sailboats
at sea. Your days will be filled. See
below more details on tours in Crete.
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for : Map & Maris Hotel - Crete * Weather
Crete
DAY
7 - Crete - Own activities (B)
To stay in your lovely hotel and enjoy the beach, the service, and the
amenities, or to venture out to explore some of the , coves, and villages
, that is the question! No doubt, you'll mix a bit of both; Relax, and
revisit a favorite café or shop ,sip an ouzo or retsina at a waterside
café, discover a beach or two, pick up a loaf of fresh bread and cheese
and olives, and picnic on a hillside as you look out to sailboats at
sea. Your days will be filled. See
below more details on tours in Crete.
DAY 8 - Crete - Own activities (B)
To stay in your lovely hotel and enjoy the beach, the service, and the
amenities, or to venture out to explore some of the , coves, and villages
, that is the question! No doubt, you'll mix a bit of both; Relax, and
revisit a favorite café or shop ,sip an ouzo or retsina at a waterside
café, discover a beach or two, pick up a loaf of fresh bread and cheese
and olives, and picnic on a hillside as you look out to sailboats at
sea. Your days will be filled. See
below more details on tours in Crete.
DAY
9 - CRETE (B)
Full day at leisure , explore this island on your own or join one of
the local optional tours
DAY10
- CRETE Athens (B)
We will call on you and escort you back to the airport for your flight
to Athens. Air fare is included in economy class , tax included. In
Athens , please proceed on your own to the airport location hotel :
Sofitel Athens Airport. Booking will be made for you , and vouchers
will all be in place before you arrive.
DAY
11 - DEPARTURE (B)
After breakfast. End of our service. Walk up to the departure gates
at the airport for your flight home. Add
an extra night in Crete ? Please click here . Extend
to Italy . Bon Voyage.
RATE
in this page are posted in USD $ ,
per person
-
First
Class (4 stars): USD 3680
-
Deluxe
(5 stars)
Standard Room: $ 4090 .00
- Sea View
Room : $ 4400.00
Honeymoon and Anniversary Ultra Deluxe
Edition
Private touring in Athens
Based on Grand Bretagne in Athens
1
bedroom Suite with Private pool
in Elounda Mare in Crete.
Rate:
Per person in double in $ 5690.00 |
For the All Inclusive preference :
You may stay at ( All Inclusive Crete
resorts ) at the same rates posted above for deluxe In
Crete : Agapi Beach Hotel or Silva Maris Hotel (sea-view room). Supplement
for (sea-view bungalow) at Agapi Beach hotel in Crete or Silva Maris
hotel : USD 410 . Per person
Inclusions
:
- Transportation
between airport and hotels in Crete
- One
complimentary Tour in Crete as listed, including entrance fees ( sightseeing
group tour in Crete may not operate during Nov).
- Accommodations
with breakfast (B) as indicated
below, or at comparable properties, according to availability
- Transfers
in Athens on Day 1 : Athens Airport to your hotel.
And transfer from hotel to Athens Airport for your flight to Crete.
- Two
nights in Athens at Stanley
hotel for the first class and Divani
Place for 5 stars ( or similar), with breakfast & tax included.
- Accommodation
in Crete at the ALL Inclusive hotels : Pantheon ( sea View Room) for
the First Class Category, and Candia Maris ( Bungalow) for the 5 stars.
- Half
day group tour of Athens, including entrance fees, as per itinerary
.
- Domestic
air fare round trip :Athens / Crete/ Athens
Heraklio
/ Hersonissos Area:
* Creta Maris ( 5 stars)
* Knossos Royal Village (5 stars)
* Royal Mare Village (5 Stars)
* Atlantis Hotel ( 5 stars - Town property)
* Aldemar Royal Mare (5 stars)
Heraklio
/Amoudara Area:
* Candia Maris Hotel ( 5 stars)
Elounda
Area:
* Hotel Elounda Mare (5 stars):
Supplement $65 per person per night with breakfast & dinner included
(part of the deal, cant delete).
Lasithi
Area:
* Hotel Elounda Mare (5 stars) : PRIVATE
BUNGALOW with private pool: Supplement
$200 Per person per night.
4
- Star Properties:
Heraklio
Area:
* Sylva Maris Bungalows hotel ( 4 stars)
* Galaxy Iraklio Hotel ( Town property)
* Asotria Capsis Hotel ( Town Hotel)
* Marina Beach in Gouves area
*
Pantheon Palace in Gouves area
Lasithi
Area:
Miramar
in Aghios Nikolaos
Rethymno
Area:
Atlantis
Beach
Gouves
Area:
Pantheon
Palace
Not
Included:
-
International or USA domestic air transportation.
-
Optional excursions,
- cruising
.
- Any
meal not specifically mentioned, beverages, and personal expenses
Gratuities for local personnel
- Travel
insurance
- Airport
taxes.
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choices :
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