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Take a trip to Crete on your Greece Vacation
Crete is the largest of the Greek islands and is also the fifth-largest in the Mediterranean Sea. On a Greece vacation, it is a destination which has a wide variety of attractions from historic to scenic. It has ancient archaeological sites, great beaches and superb scenery ranging from mountains to green valleys and steep gorges. On travel to Greece, there is plenty here to keep you occupied for quite some time with a wide choice of activities regardless of your interests.
The capital, Heraklion, is located between two mountain ranges. There is a Venetian fortress on the harbour walls built in the early 1500s, Venetian mansions and a number of Byzantine churches to view. The Palace of Knossos, just outside of the city is a Minoan archaeological site, once the ceremonial and political centre of the Minoan civilization and culture which flourished from about 2600 to 1100 BC. There is a maze of workrooms, living spaces, and storerooms to explore. The Archaeological Museum of Heraklion houses some excellent treasures in its collection, from the Neolithic era to Roman times plus an extensive Minoan collection. Heraklion is also a good place for a beach holiday on trips to Greece. There are several beaches on both sides of the city. The best-known one is Matala located 67 kilometres/41 miles southwest of Heraklion, originally a fishing village, now a popular resort. The beach, with its golden sand, has a backdrop of imposing cliffs.
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Greece In Style: Athens, Santorini & Crete
Athens, The Acropolis, Crete, and SantoriniDiscover Greece on an adventure through Athens' rich history, Santorini's stunning vistas, and Crete's culture, all under the sun's warm embrace.
9 days
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Athens & Islands: Mykonos, Santorini & Crete
Athens, The Acropolis, Crete, Santorini, and MykonosGaze upon the ancient ruins of Athens, then indulge in Mykonos' nightlife. Sail Santorini's caldera before immersing in Crete's rich history and culinary delights.
12 days
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Idyllic Greece: Athens and Crete
Crete, Athens, and The AcropolisDiscover Athens’ ancient wonders before escaping to idyllic Elounda, a luxury coastal retreat with stunning beaches, on the island of Crete.
10 days
From US$5,002/p.p.
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Best of the Aegean Islands: Athens to Rhodes
Rhodes, Crete, Santorini, Mykonos, Athens, and The AcropolisExperience the essence of Greece on this journey through historic Athens and the enchanting islands. Explore ancient ruins, thriving nightlife, and stunning coastlines!
14 days
From US$4,181/p.p.
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Greece In Style: Athens, Santorini & Crete
Athens, The Acropolis, Crete, and SantoriniDiscover Greece on an adventure through Athens' rich history, Santorini's stunning vistas, and Crete's culture, all under the sun's warm embrace.
9 days
From US$4,087/p.p.
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Athens & Islands: Mykonos, Santorini & Crete
Athens, The Acropolis, Crete, Santorini, and MykonosGaze upon the ancient ruins of Athens, then indulge in Mykonos' nightlife. Sail Santorini's caldera before immersing in Crete's rich history and culinary delights.
12 days
From US$4,095/p.p.
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Idyllic Greece: Athens and Crete
Crete, Athens, and The AcropolisDiscover Athens’ ancient wonders before escaping to idyllic Elounda, a luxury coastal retreat with stunning beaches, on the island of Crete.
10 days
From US$5,002/p.p.
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Best of the Aegean Islands: Athens to Rhodes
Rhodes, Crete, Santorini, Mykonos, Athens, and The AcropolisExperience the essence of Greece on this journey through historic Athens and the enchanting islands. Explore ancient ruins, thriving nightlife, and stunning coastlines!
14 days
From US$4,181/p.p.
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What do the experts say?
Locals don’t rush—whether it's dinner at 10:00 p.m. or a three-hour coffee. The best way to experience Greece is to match its rhythm and let moments stretch out.
Delphi isn’t just a historical site—it’s deeply spiritual. Standing where the Oracle once spoke, you feel this pulse of ancient energy still alive in the stones
Athens is like a living labyrinth—layered, electric, and full of stories if you know where to look. Once you’ve seen the major landmarks, get lost in places like Psiri and Koulaki for a real local vibe
Goway’s supplier will handle the entire trip once guests arrive in Greece—it’s white-glove service from start to finish
It’s fairly easy to travel between islands by plane or ferry, but I love renting a dune buggy once I’m there—it’s more fun than taxis.
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Our accommodations — Hera Hotel Athens and Sofitel Athens Airport — were comfortable, well‑located, and exactly what we needed. All airfares from Calgary and the multiple transfers (airport to city centre, city centre to Piraeus Port, and back again) were perfectly coordinated and made the trip completely stress‑free.
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Skip‑the‑Line Acropolis & Acropolis Museum timed entry, which made sightseeing smooth and efficient
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