From Thessaloniki to Crete as a VIP

Day 1 : Private Transfer: Transfer from Thessaloniki Airport to Thessaloniki Hotel -  City Hotel Thessaloniki

The luxurious City Hotel Thessaloniki provides a unique array of eco-friendly accommodation in the city's commercial and historical center, just a stone-throw away from the famous White Tower, the shopping street of Tsimiski and the lively Aristotelous Square. It offers an urban nature downtown escape for those seeking a tranquil oasis in the heart of the town and boasts a variety of distinctively adorned luxury guestrooms and suites fitted with contemporary amenities and modern conveniences exuding a sense of nature and urban sophistication

Its accomodation options are designed to depict countryside settings with scenic wall paper designs, patterned drapes and upholstery emanating a feeling of tranquility and peacefulness. Guests can take advantage of various facilities and services, including exotic spa therapies at the ultra-modern spa and a fine dining experience at the stylish restaurant within the property. In the elegant bar, Viennese chocolate and aromatic herbal teas from all over Greece are served.

Day 2 : Private Thessaloniki City Tour

Discover the multi-cultural city of Thessaloniki, its many historical sites, buildings and their distinct architectural styles, numerous notable Ottoman and Byzantine monuments, major shopping streets and the lively recreation areas throughout its several districts. These include Ladadika, known for its taverns, Kapani where the central market is located, Diagonios, Navarinou, Rotonta, Agia Sofia and Ippodromio, which are all situated round the city’s most central point, Aristotelous Square.

During your private tour, you will have the opportunity to visit a number of museums covering various historical eras. Two of the city's most famous include the Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and the Museum of Byzantine Culture. Visit the 34m-high landmark White Tower, once a prison and torture chamber in 1826, the 5th century Byzantine church of Agios Dimitrios, the Arch of Galerius and the Rotunda. Your intriguing city tour will also cover the city's acropolis and many more marvelous Archaeological sites.

Approximately 4 hours. Private Transportation. Licensed Guide. Entrance Fees

Day 3 : Private Transfer: Transfer from Thessaloniki Hotel to Thessaloniki Airport

Flight: 2 passengers departing from Thessaloniki Airport to Heraklion Airport

Private Transfer: Transfer from Heraklion Airport to Rethymno Hotel, the Rimondi Luxury Boutique Hotel

Perfectly located in the vibrant heart of the medieval city of Rethymno, the Rimondi Luxury Boutique Hotel stands across from some of the island’s most important landmarks, including the 16th century Fortezza (fort), the Venetian Loggia, the elegant Fountain Rimondi and the church of St. Francis. It is an exclusive intimate retreat offering ultimate relaxation and impeccable facilities and amenities. Boasting 20 sophisticated rooms and 13 luxury suites, the palatial building complex reflects strong influences from the Renaissance.

The Rimondi Luxury Boutique offers first-class accommodations in two separate buildings comprising of opulent suites, rooms and maisonettes featuring double king size beds, floor to ceiling windows, generous living areas, lavishly equipped bathrooms, large bathtubs and showers with hydro massage, en-suite bathrooms and Jacuzzi bathtubs, spacious balconies, private gardens with Jacuzzi and spacious balconies. The deluxe island hideaway also boasts sui generis interior yards with pristine pools and can guarantee all guests will have magnificent views from their living quarters.

1 Superior Room with Breakfast Daily for 4 nights

Day 4 : Private Rethymnon's Culinary Walking Discovery 

A walking tour that explores the picturesque quarters and culinary trails of Rethymnon in a quest to find the soul of this historic town with a modern vibe. Our walk will let you discover the past and present in a slightly out-of-the-box way than just your standard sightseeing tour. Learn more about Cretan cuisine and the way it was shaped over centuries by various influences but always using fresh local ingredients as the base for its delicious recipes. Visiting some of the town’s age-old food stores and produce sellers, you will get a chance to sample the “fruits” of the Cretan land. Savor some rustic local cheeses and artisanal bread. Meet the last traditional ‘phyllo’ master of Crete and watch him create his ultra-thin pasty by hand in his workshop, housed in a Venetian mansion, that first opened back in 1958 and remained utterly unchanged throughout the years. Line up with locals for a traditional ‘kaltsouni’ savory pie, mingle with older Cretans in a typical kafenio for a fresh ground coffee, ‘raki’ or a game of tavli, visit an old-school patisserie and try to resist the freshly made local desserts. An easy walking pace is well-timed with plenty of rest stops making it a family-friendly tour for all fitness levels.

Approximately 3 hours. Local Guide. Tastings & Treats

Day 6: Private Apokronas Villages & Chania Exploration

The tour starts with an exploration of the province of Apokoronas, where villages preserve a special color and life continues in a traditional and unhurried way. The region offers spots of great natural beauty and interesting drives off of the main highway. Stops will include the village of Gavalochori with its fine Folklore Art Museum and the village of Vamos for a walk in its older part to view traditional stone houses and coffee stop at a typical ‘kafenion’. We will then drive to Chania, for our specially designed tour around the old town and Venetian port. Our walk will allow you to visit the most important sites, such as the Venetian fortifications, the Arsenals, the 1860 Greek Orthodox Cathedral, the Etz Hayim Synagogue, and the Turkish quarters behind the inner harbor. The tour will also bring out plenty of hidden spots off the beaten track, which reflect the eclectic mix of influences that has given Chania its very unique atmosphere. After lunch at a quaint tavern in the alleys (not included), there will be time at leisure for you to stroll before your late afternoon return to your hotel.

Approximately 7 hours. Transportation. Local Guide. Entrance Fees

Day 7 : Private Transfer: Transfer from Rethymno Hotel to Heraklion Airport

Flight: 2 passengers departing from Heraklion Airport to Athens Airport

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