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Veronika Schubertova
2023(8 days)
Veronika Schubertova
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2023(8 days)
Matala beach
Matala beach
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Knossos
Knossos
Heraklion International Airport N. Kazantzakis
Heraklion International Airport N. Kazantzakis
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beach Gouves
beach Gouves
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Mount Ida
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Cave of Diktaion Andron
Cave of Diktaion Andron
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Spinalonga
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Physical difficulty: Easy

Take a low-cost trip to the beautiful Greek island of Crete, where you can enjoy swimming in the crystal-clear sea, as well as excursions to explore the history or the mountains. Here you will find Knossos, an archaeological site from the Bronze Age. However, most people associate it with the legend of the Minotaur, a half-man, half-bull creature, who was confined to a labyrinth. And it was the Palace of Knossos that served as inspiration for the labyrinth, because its entire intricate complex, and especially its corridors, resembled a maze🐂  


The trip includes:

  • round trip ticket 
  • accommodation 
  • car rental for the entire stay (driver's age 30 - 65 years - A credit card in the driver's name is required to rent a car; debit cards may incur surcharges. The rental company will block a deposit of several hundred euros on the card for the duration of the car rental, which will be released again within a few days after the car is returned. Car insurance is already included in the trip price, no need to buy additional insurance on site.)
  • itinerary for inspiration - see below
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Heraklion International Airport N. Kazantzakis

Welcome to Crete, pick up your car directly at the airport 🚗

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beach Gouves

Beautiful sandy (and sometimes pebble) beaches are 10 min walk from your accommodation 😎, sunsets are beautiful.


You can go to:

  • Gouves Beach
  • Aposelemis Beach
  • Marina Beach
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Mount Ida

Mountain hikers will also find something to do in Crete. Almost the whole island is mountainous. The highest mountain is Psiloritis, which measures 2456 m above sea level. But it is also called Idi. Good quality off-road boots are required for the climb and it is relatively comfortable to go to the top except in the winter months when there is more snow 🗻🥾

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Cave of Diktaion Andron

The island of Crete is full of Greek myths and legends. And even the one about the native cave of the god Zeus. Zeus was born here to hide from his father Kronos, who would eat him. The Karst Cave is located in the mountains and there is a path leading to it, it is advisable to wear sturdy and closed shoes. 


Opening hours are between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. during April through October and then from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. from November through March.

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Matala beach

This beach, with its combination of sand and pebbles, is one of the most beautiful on the island. This is mainly because it is surrounded by an impressive cliff with several small caves. You can even look into them and get a beautiful view across Matala. The caves were created 2000 years BC. There are bars, restaurants, showers and sun loungers.


The beach can be reached by car through the capital Herakleion. You will go first towards Agia Gallini, but eventually there will be signs directly to Matala Beach 🌅

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Knossos

If you're in Crete, Knossos is definitely the place to go. The archaeological site with the remains of the Minoan civilisation is located a short distance from the capital Herakleion. Today, visitors can explore the ruins of this magnificent ancient palace and learn about its history and significance🌟


Open from November to March from 8am to 5pm, and from April to October from 8am to 8pm. Students and children get in free.

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Heraklion

On the way from Knossos, it is ideal to stop in the capital and largest town of Crete - Herakleion. The stone Benathic fortress of Koulez, located in the centre by the harbour, is particularly worth a visit. It has a beautiful view across the city and is also a nice place to take a walk. Another landmark is the Cathedral of Afios Minas, which is the largest and most important in the city. For the history of the Minoan civilization, head to the Archaeological Museum ✅

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Spinalonga

Spinalonga is a small island in the Elounda Bay, but one of the most popular tourist spots. There are the remains of a fortress from the Venetian Republic, which operated here until the 18th century, but then fell under the rule of the Turks. The Turks left Crete in 1905 and a leprosarium for lepers was established on the island.


The island can only be reached by boat from May to October from the resorts of Agios Nikolaos or Elounda or from the village of Plaka.

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Heraklion International Airport N. Kazantzakis

See you soon! 🛫 You will drop off the car at the same place where you rented it.

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Physical difficulty: Easy

Take a low-cost trip to the beautiful Greek island of Crete, where you can enjoy swimming in the crystal-clear sea, as well as excursions to explore the history or the mountains. Here you will find Knossos, an archaeological site from the Bronze Age. However, most people associate it with the legend of the Minotaur, a half-man, half-bull creature, who was confined to a labyrinth. And it was the Palace of Knossos that served as inspiration for the labyrinth, because its entire intricate complex, and especially its corridors, resembled a maze🐂  


The trip includes:

  • round trip ticket 
  • accommodation 
  • car rental for the entire stay (driver's age 30 - 65 years - A credit card in the driver's name is required to rent a car; debit cards may incur surcharges. The rental company will block a deposit of several hundred euros on the card for the duration of the car rental, which will be released again within a few days after the car is returned. Car insurance is already included in the trip price, no need to buy additional insurance on site.)
  • itinerary for inspiration - see below
10.17 mi(17 min)
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Heraklion International Airport N. Kazantzakis

Welcome to Crete, pick up your car directly at the airport 🚗

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beach Gouves

Beautiful sandy (and sometimes pebble) beaches are 10 min walk from your accommodation 😎, sunsets are beautiful.


You can go to:

  • Gouves Beach
  • Aposelemis Beach
  • Marina Beach
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Mount Ida

Mountain hikers will also find something to do in Crete. Almost the whole island is mountainous. The highest mountain is Psiloritis, which measures 2456 m above sea level. But it is also called Idi. Good quality off-road boots are required for the climb and it is relatively comfortable to go to the top except in the winter months when there is more snow 🗻🥾

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Cave of Diktaion Andron

The island of Crete is full of Greek myths and legends. And even the one about the native cave of the god Zeus. Zeus was born here to hide from his father Kronos, who would eat him. The Karst Cave is located in the mountains and there is a path leading to it, it is advisable to wear sturdy and closed shoes. 


Opening hours are between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. during April through October and then from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. from November through March.

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Matala beach

This beach, with its combination of sand and pebbles, is one of the most beautiful on the island. This is mainly because it is surrounded by an impressive cliff with several small caves. You can even look into them and get a beautiful view across Matala. The caves were created 2000 years BC. There are bars, restaurants, showers and sun loungers.


The beach can be reached by car through the capital Herakleion. You will go first towards Agia Gallini, but eventually there will be signs directly to Matala Beach 🌅

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Knossos

If you're in Crete, Knossos is definitely the place to go. The archaeological site with the remains of the Minoan civilisation is located a short distance from the capital Herakleion. Today, visitors can explore the ruins of this magnificent ancient palace and learn about its history and significance🌟


Open from November to March from 8am to 5pm, and from April to October from 8am to 8pm. Students and children get in free.

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Heraklion

On the way from Knossos, it is ideal to stop in the capital and largest town of Crete - Herakleion. The stone Benathic fortress of Koulez, located in the centre by the harbour, is particularly worth a visit. It has a beautiful view across the city and is also a nice place to take a walk. Another landmark is the Cathedral of Afios Minas, which is the largest and most important in the city. For the history of the Minoan civilization, head to the Archaeological Museum ✅

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Spinalonga is a small island in the Elounda Bay, but one of the most popular tourist spots. There are the remains of a fortress from the Venetian Republic, which operated here until the 18th century, but then fell under the rule of the Turks. The Turks left Crete in 1905 and a leprosarium for lepers was established on the island.


The island can only be reached by boat from May to October from the resorts of Agios Nikolaos or Elounda or from the village of Plaka.

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Heraklion International Airport N. Kazantzakis

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Physical difficulty: Easy

Take a low-cost trip to the beautiful Greek island of Crete, where you can enjoy swimming in the crystal-clear sea, as well as excursions to explore the history or the mountains. Here you will find Knossos, an archaeological site from the Bronze Age. However, most people associate it with the legend of the Minotaur, a half-man, half-bull creature, who was confined to a labyrinth. And it was the Palace of Knossos that served as inspiration for the labyrinth, because its entire intricate complex, and especially its corridors, resembled a maze🐂  


The trip includes:

  • round trip ticket 
  • accommodation 
  • car rental for the entire stay (driver's age 30 - 65 years - A credit card in the driver's name is required to rent a car; debit cards may incur surcharges. The rental company will block a deposit of several hundred euros on the card for the duration of the car rental, which will be released again within a few days after the car is returned. Car insurance is already included in the trip price, no need to buy additional insurance on site.)
  • itinerary for inspiration - see below
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Welcome to Crete, pick up your car directly at the airport 🚗

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Beautiful sandy (and sometimes pebble) beaches are 10 min walk from your accommodation 😎, sunsets are beautiful.


You can go to:

  • Gouves Beach
  • Aposelemis Beach
  • Marina Beach
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Mountain hikers will also find something to do in Crete. Almost the whole island is mountainous. The highest mountain is Psiloritis, which measures 2456 m above sea level. But it is also called Idi. Good quality off-road boots are required for the climb and it is relatively comfortable to go to the top except in the winter months when there is more snow 🗻🥾

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Cave of Diktaion Andron

The island of Crete is full of Greek myths and legends. And even the one about the native cave of the god Zeus. Zeus was born here to hide from his father Kronos, who would eat him. The Karst Cave is located in the mountains and there is a path leading to it, it is advisable to wear sturdy and closed shoes. 


Opening hours are between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. during April through October and then from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. from November through March.

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Matala beach

This beach, with its combination of sand and pebbles, is one of the most beautiful on the island. This is mainly because it is surrounded by an impressive cliff with several small caves. You can even look into them and get a beautiful view across Matala. The caves were created 2000 years BC. There are bars, restaurants, showers and sun loungers.


The beach can be reached by car through the capital Herakleion. You will go first towards Agia Gallini, but eventually there will be signs directly to Matala Beach 🌅

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Knossos

If you're in Crete, Knossos is definitely the place to go. The archaeological site with the remains of the Minoan civilisation is located a short distance from the capital Herakleion. Today, visitors can explore the ruins of this magnificent ancient palace and learn about its history and significance🌟


Open from November to March from 8am to 5pm, and from April to October from 8am to 8pm. Students and children get in free.

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Heraklion

On the way from Knossos, it is ideal to stop in the capital and largest town of Crete - Herakleion. The stone Benathic fortress of Koulez, located in the centre by the harbour, is particularly worth a visit. It has a beautiful view across the city and is also a nice place to take a walk. Another landmark is the Cathedral of Afios Minas, which is the largest and most important in the city. For the history of the Minoan civilization, head to the Archaeological Museum ✅

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Spinalonga

Spinalonga is a small island in the Elounda Bay, but one of the most popular tourist spots. There are the remains of a fortress from the Venetian Republic, which operated here until the 18th century, but then fell under the rule of the Turks. The Turks left Crete in 1905 and a leprosarium for lepers was established on the island.


The island can only be reached by boat from May to October from the resorts of Agios Nikolaos or Elounda or from the village of Plaka.

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Heraklion International Airport N. Kazantzakis

See you soon! 🛫 You will drop off the car at the same place where you rented it.

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Physical difficulty: Easy

Take a low-cost trip to the beautiful Greek island of Crete, where you can enjoy swimming in the crystal-clear sea, as well as excursions to explore the history or the mountains. Here you will find Knossos, an archaeological site from the Bronze Age. However, most people associate it with the legend of the Minotaur, a half-man, half-bull creature, who was confined to a labyrinth. And it was the Palace of Knossos that served as inspiration for the labyrinth, because its entire intricate complex, and especially its corridors, resembled a maze🐂  


The trip includes:

  • round trip ticket 
  • accommodation 
  • car rental for the entire stay (driver's age 30 - 65 years - A credit card in the driver's name is required to rent a car; debit cards may incur surcharges. The rental company will block a deposit of several hundred euros on the card for the duration of the car rental, which will be released again within a few days after the car is returned. Car insurance is already included in the trip price, no need to buy additional insurance on site.)
  • itinerary for inspiration - see below
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Heraklion International Airport N. Kazantzakis

Welcome to Crete, pick up your car directly at the airport 🚗

Heraklion International Airport N. Kazantzakis
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Beautiful sandy (and sometimes pebble) beaches are 10 min walk from your accommodation 😎, sunsets are beautiful.


You can go to:

  • Gouves Beach
  • Aposelemis Beach
  • Marina Beach
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Mountain hikers will also find something to do in Crete. Almost the whole island is mountainous. The highest mountain is Psiloritis, which measures 2456 m above sea level. But it is also called Idi. Good quality off-road boots are required for the climb and it is relatively comfortable to go to the top except in the winter months when there is more snow 🗻🥾

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Cave of Diktaion Andron

The island of Crete is full of Greek myths and legends. And even the one about the native cave of the god Zeus. Zeus was born here to hide from his father Kronos, who would eat him. The Karst Cave is located in the mountains and there is a path leading to it, it is advisable to wear sturdy and closed shoes. 


Opening hours are between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. during April through October and then from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. from November through March.

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Matala beach

This beach, with its combination of sand and pebbles, is one of the most beautiful on the island. This is mainly because it is surrounded by an impressive cliff with several small caves. You can even look into them and get a beautiful view across Matala. The caves were created 2000 years BC. There are bars, restaurants, showers and sun loungers.


The beach can be reached by car through the capital Herakleion. You will go first towards Agia Gallini, but eventually there will be signs directly to Matala Beach 🌅

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Knossos

If you're in Crete, Knossos is definitely the place to go. The archaeological site with the remains of the Minoan civilisation is located a short distance from the capital Herakleion. Today, visitors can explore the ruins of this magnificent ancient palace and learn about its history and significance🌟


Open from November to March from 8am to 5pm, and from April to October from 8am to 8pm. Students and children get in free.

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Heraklion

On the way from Knossos, it is ideal to stop in the capital and largest town of Crete - Herakleion. The stone Benathic fortress of Koulez, located in the centre by the harbour, is particularly worth a visit. It has a beautiful view across the city and is also a nice place to take a walk. Another landmark is the Cathedral of Afios Minas, which is the largest and most important in the city. For the history of the Minoan civilization, head to the Archaeological Museum ✅

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Spinalonga

Spinalonga is a small island in the Elounda Bay, but one of the most popular tourist spots. There are the remains of a fortress from the Venetian Republic, which operated here until the 18th century, but then fell under the rule of the Turks. The Turks left Crete in 1905 and a leprosarium for lepers was established on the island.


The island can only be reached by boat from May to October from the resorts of Agios Nikolaos or Elounda or from the village of Plaka.

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Heraklion International Airport N. Kazantzakis

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Heraklion International Airport N. Kazantzakis
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