Crete is the largest of all the Greek islands. The Minoan kingdom emerged on the island around 27th century BC. Heraklion would be the first city we'll visit. The ruins of Knossos, the capital of Minoan, which were excavated and restored by Arthur Evans, are nearby. Next we make a stop at Gortys. After an interesting guided tour in the former Roman capital of Crete we continue to the south, to visit the next archaeological site, the Minoan palace of Phaestos. Afterwards we go for a nice swim at Matala Bay, famous for its caved cliffs. The next day we'll be at Chania City. We'll visit an old Turkish fortress, from where we have a fantastic view of the whole Souda Bay. After that we sail to Agios Nikolaos, a nice little town with its picturesque sweet-water lake.

You'll love the little island of Elafonissi and its unique pink sandy beach. The next trip we take is a real little paradise. A special part of the island, one of the most beautiful places and particularly beaches, you ever have seen in your life - the island Gramvousa and the lagoon of Balos. We have enough time for an unforgettable swimming in the crystal clear turquoise water as well as for a visit to the famous Venetian fortress. Next a bus takes us to the heart of the island. We see a little of everything: mountains, traditional villages, old monasteries and churches, beautiful beaches, some very nice, well-known and very popular places, as well as some places and indescribably nice, lush, almost unspoilt landscapes. The highlights of this unforgettable trip are: the historic monastery of Arkadi, the picturesque village of Agia Galini, the village of Spili with its lion-fountain. Next day we return to Athens.