Experience Heraklion: An 8-Day Travel Adventure

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443 €

425 €

Based on 2 adults

(851 € Total Price )

Created: Thursday, January 16, 2025

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Travel Idea

Destination: Heraklion, Greece

Number of Travelers: 2 adults

Included Services:

Transportation from Iași to Nikos Kazantzakis Airport
7-night accommodation at MaestroCreco Hotel in Heraklion
Transfer from Nikos Kazantzakis Airport to MaestroCreco Hotel by BUS
Transfer from MaestroCreco Hotel to Nikos Kazantzakis Airport by BUS

To help you prepare for this trip, I recommend some guides and books about Heraklion and Crete:

"Crete: Complete Travel Guide" by Lonely Planet – Offers detailed information about tourist attractions, culture, and the island's history.
"Exploring Crete" by Rough Guides – A perfect guide for adventurers, including hiking trails and off-the-beaten-path spots.
"Greek Mythology" by Edith Hamilton – A fascinating read to better understand the historical and cultural context of the area.
"Travels in Crete" by Nikos Kazantzakis – A book by the local author, offering a unique perspective on the island.

I hope you have a wonderful trip full of memorable experiences!

About the destination

Heraklion is the capital of Crete and often serves as the starting point for holiday visitors eager to explore the island. With a population of about 130,000, it ranks as the fifth largest city in Greece. The city bears the marks of various influences from the Venetians, Saracens, and Greeks. History is very much alive in Heraklion, as it is in most Greek cities. Throughout the old part of the city, visitors can stroll along the ancient Venetian walls that converge at a bastion known as Koules Fortress, which dominates the city's old harbor. The Venetians began constructing the city walls in 1462, and it took them over a century to complete. The walls stretch about 4 km in length, forming a triangular shape with seven bastions, and they have become one of the city's iconic features. The central square, surrounded by shops, cafes, and restaurants, is highlighted by the Lions Fountain, built by a Venetian governor in the 17th century. The Archaeological Museum in Heraklion is impressive and is the pride and joy of the city. The exhibits are comprehensive and well-organized, covering all aspects of life in Crete from prehistory to the Roman period in a series of spacious galleries. The Palace at Knossos is the second most popular tourist site in all of Greece, second only to the Acropolis. The site is in remarkable condition and offers much to see. It is also set in a beautiful location with stunning views of the countryside. Heraklion offers a wide range of historic and archaeological attractions, including its world-famous museum and the nearby site of Knossos, the heart of the ancient Minoan civilization. The city's shoreline, Amoudara, features a three-kilometer stretch of sandy beach, numerous cafes, bars, and hotels, and is home to Technopolis, a modern multiplex cinema and open-air theater. The most beautiful beaches outside the city can be found in Kartero and Malia.

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Included services

06 Jul

Transport from Iasi to Heraklion, Greece

Departure

Sky Express - GQ4815

09:05 - Iasi, Iasi (IAS)

11:10 - Heraklion, Nikos Kazantzakis (HER)

23 KG Nonstop

Transport: GQ4815

Cabin Class: Economy

Description:

Bilet de avion Sky Express IAS - HER

06 Jul

Transfer

Transfer from Nikos Kazantzakis (HER) to MaestroCreco

Pick-up time: 11:10 Shared - Standard (Shuttle) Bus

Shared

Standard (Shuttle) Bus

06 Jul

Hotel

7 Nights

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MaestroCreco 6.4 Nice

Heraklio Town - to 0.6 miles from the centerBED AND BREAKFAST14 Θεοτοκόπουλου, Heraklio Town 71202 Apartamento de 1 dormitorio

Ideally located in Heraklio Town, MaestroCreco offers a continental breakfast and free WiFi. This property is set a short distance from attractions such as Morosini Fountain, Loggia, and Historical Μuseum of Crete. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Some units also have a well-fitted kitchen equipped with an oven, a fridge, and a stovetop. At the apartment complex, some units are fitted with a coffee machine and fruits. Popular points of interest near the apartment include Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Venetian Walls and Municipal Art Gallery. Heraklion International Airport is 3 km from the property.

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Transfer from MaestroCreco to Nikos Kazantzakis (HER)

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Transport from Heraklion, Greece to Iasi

Return

Sky Express - GQ4814

06:10 - Heraklion, Nikos Kazantzakis (HER)

08:20 - Iasi, Iasi (IAS)

23 KG Nonstop

Transport: GQ4814

Cabin Class: Economy

Description:

Bilet de avion Sky Express HER - IAS

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price per person From

443 €

425 €

Based on 2 adults

(851 € Total Price )

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