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- Paula WalkerAnna at Seventh Heaven took great care to explain the options for a boat trip. She is very knowledgeable of the area & answered all our questions which left us in no doubt but to book with her. The trip we choose was on Fantasia which was a beautifully clean and well cared for vessel for 10 people. Captain Cosmos & Micheal made our trip fun and they served a delicious Greek lunch. We had a great time on our trip to Dhia and will do it again.
- John VaughtAnna at Seventh Heaven is wonderful! I've had her look up a fishing trip for me and she was also able to find me a chance to experience a traditional Cretan Night with dancers, food and all the extras! Anna actually live close to shop and has a lovely family with 2 children. She has the entire family in mind when she schedules excursions and travel trips and I've have the fortune to meet her family. They actually treated my wife and I as family. I will always use her agency and HIGHLY recommend her fall all your travel needs on the beautiful island of Crete!
- Jane WinchWe thoroughly recommend booking a trip with Anna, nothing was too much trouble. She was very professional and friendly. We booked a trip to Spinalonga which was amazing! Thank you Anna, we will always use Seventh Heaven when in Crete.
- Wendy RutterI had an amazing sunset cruise on Fantastia, which was a highlight of the trip. We drank wine and got to swim at a beautiful lagoon whilst someone played saxophone. No motor, proper full on sailing!
Also did another trip to the hippy beach. Highly recommended!
This excursion is a trip back in time since it carries the sensation and the feel of another era..
Our excursion starts from the beautiful harbor of Elounda where we will get on board to visit the island of Spinalonga. The history and the culture of the island of Spinalonga became one with human tragedy in the course of time. This small isle carries within the history of Ancient Greece, as it served as a natural guard for the ancient city of Olous; the history of Saracens as a hide-out for their pirates; the history of Venetians as their fortress; the history of Turks as their settlement (english-speaking guided tour on the island).
After our visit to the island of Spinalonga (stay 1 ½ hours), we depart for one of the bays around. Here you have plenty of time for swimming at the crystal clear waters, tasting the BBQ served on board. The menu includes pork* chop BBQ, greek salad, feta cheese, bread, wine or Fanta and seasonal fruit.
Last stop the capital town of Lasithi, Agios Nikolaos. Relax in a café next to the bottomless Lake of Voulismeni and enjoy your walk to the local shops.
Passing the north-east coast reach the capital town of Lasithi Agios Nikolaos. Discover the pretty city on your own, stroll through the shops or relax in one of the cafes next to the picturesque bottomless lake of Voulismeni.
Continue to Plaka, a small fishing village directly opposite of Spinalonga. From there a 15minute boat ride takes you to the island.
The history and the culture of the island of Spinalonga became one with human tragedy in the course of time. It has been an important place throughout history for the ancient Greeks, as natural protection for the city of Olous, for the Saracens as a hiding place for their pirates, for the Venetians as a fortress, for the Turks as a settlement and for a long time the island served as a leper colony.
After our visit to Spinalonga, we return to Plaka where you will have free time to enjoy lunch or have a refreshing swim.
The last stop of the day is Elounda, a former fishing village but today a famous holiday resort with the most 5-stars hotels in Greece. Take plenty of time to stroll through the picturesque harbor and have a cup of coffee before heading back to your accommodation.
An amazing trip with many destinations that you should not miss!
Then we head to Lasithi Plateau, which is situated 850 m. higher than the sea level. It is surrounded by the Dikti Mountains and 18 quaint villages, which still retain the atmosphere of another era. You can admire the remaining famous windmills and the Venetian ditches, the drainage system of the Plateau.
The next stop will be the village of Psychro. You can visit the Dicteon Cave with the fantastic stalactites and stalagmites, where according to the myth God Zeus was born. Psychro is also well known for its handmade ceramics and the workshop there will leave you with the best impressions after your visit.
Tzermiado, the capital of the villages on the plateau, will amaze you with its natural beauty, its traditional architecture and its breathtaking views.
Our last stop will be the palace of Knossos, the capital of the Minoan state, which was the first European civilization. Here you will have a guided tour and you will learn about King Minos, the Minotaur, the Labyrinth and other interesting mythologies. A must for Crete, one of the most amazing sights on the island.
The most famous landmark of Crete, Knossos, is the absolute "must" for everybody who decides to spend his or her vacation on our beautiful island. On one of the most impressive archaeological sites in Greece, we find the center of one of the most powerful civilizations of the ancient world and through the excavations, the legends and the history of the place we learn about its settlers: the Minoan people, the rulers of the Mediterranean.
With its small palace, the room of murals, the royal tombs and the royal mansion, Knossos is probably the most significant token of a civilization that left such marks in history that can never be erased. The intricate structure of the palace corridors gave it the name Labyrinth, where, according to the myth, the legendary Minotaur used to live. The marvelous architectural plan, the use of rare and luxurious materials, the advanced techniques of construction and drainage system and the massive size of the palace of Knossos make it, even today, the most amazing sight on Crete.
After our visit to Knossos Palace, we are going towards Patsides to visit the Minoan Farm, a place where you have the opportunity to try their products and wander their estate fully planted with Cretan herbs.
We return to the city for a stroll in the center of Heraklion, accompanied by our English- speaking guide. Then, you will enjoy free time in the capital of Crete for shopping in its modern stores, enjoying our coffee or lunch in one of its many restaurants, visiting the Archaeological Museum or just exploring its superb medieval buildings.
Then, we head to Lasithi Plateau, one of the few areas in the Mediterranean with permanent inhabitants at an altitude over 800 meters. It is surrounded by the Dikts Mountains and 18 quaint villages, which still retain the atmosphere of another era.
You can admire the remaining famous windmills and the Venetian ditches, the drainage system of the Plateau. The next stop will be the village of Psychro. You can visit the Dicteon Cave with the fantastic stalactites and stalagmites, where according to the myth God Zeus was born. Psychro is also well known for its handmade ceramics and the workshop there will leave you with the best impressions after your visit.
A legendary cave, the Kronion Cave, is our next stop, Cronus, Zeus' father, used to live there before Zeus' mother moved him to the Dictean Cave to rescue him from his father's rage. The cave is said to be guarded by a giant dragon and no one is allowed to enter. It is a cave of great archaeological value, as it was used as a dwelling, a burying site and a place for worship.
Our last stop, Tzermiado, the capital of the villages on the plateau, will amaze you with its natural beauty, its traditional architecture and its breathtaking views. Here you can take pictures of the wonderful landscape, rest for a while and enjoy your lunch in one of the local taverns.
This excursion brings us to West Crete and our first stop in Chania, the most ravishing city of Crete. It was an important Minoan city and the “mother of the Cretan cities”, according to ancient writers. The city is divided in the Old City, with the gorgeous harbor and the New City, beyond its Venetian fortifications. The Old City is one of the most beautiful cities in the Mediterranean and is called “Venice of the East”. We can admire samples of all the civilizations that have passed from here: archaeological Minoan sites, Turkish minarets and mosques, Muslim neighborhoods, Venetian fortresses, dockyards, fountains, squares, arches, mansions, Loggia and the Lighthouse of Chania, Chania 731 32.
Leaving this extraordinary city, we arrive at the quaint Lake Kournas, a beautiful habitat with natural freshwater, one of a kind on Crete. Lush greenery, steep cavities between hills, rare species of fish and birds, like eels, moorhens and two-color turtles, make Kournas the ideal place to enjoy a swim before our lunch or an early afternoon walk. The whole area of Kournas is protected under Natura 2000, as it has been a designated wetland.
Going back, we stop in Rethimnon, the third biggest town on Crete, where monuments of the archaeological, Ottoman and Venetian eras coexist, in an extremely interesting way. Have a stroll in the alleys of the old town, visit the Turkish minarets like Neratze Mosque and the Venetian fortresses or just enjoy your coffee in the magnificent harbor.
Highlights of Samaria Gorge hiking:
- Extraordinary rock formations.
- Indigenous rare plants, flower and bird species.
- Rough downward ground.
- Impressive and primitive view.
- Exquisite landscape that has been under no human intervention.
- Unique sensation of awe and infinite wonder for the untouched grandeur will always be engraved on our memory.
Our adventure starts very early in the morning and our first stop is in Skaleta for breakfast.
Then we move to Omalos Plateau. There the walk starts from Xiloskalo, where we enter this vast canyon of 18 klm.
We usually need 6-7 hours to cross the gorge. The path follows the route of the ancient river Taras. On the way, we can see the caves that formed a natural shelter for the Cretans in war times and now they are natural habitat of the well-known wild goats or kri-kri. Halfway we come across the village of Santa Maria, which is currently abandoned. Three kilometers prior to our exiting this gorge, we reach the Iron Gates (Sideroportes), the narrowest spot of the route, just a few meters wide but 300 meters high.
A bit later we arrive in the small fishing village of Agia Roumeli, where we have quite a long time to lunch and to get a refreshing swim before boarding the slip that leads us back along the coast to Sfakia. There our coaches wait us to get us back to hotels.
An exquisite excursion is the one to Gramvousa and Balos. Driving to the west of the island, we make our first stop at Skaleta, near Rethymnon, where we have some time for coffee or breakfast. Then we head for Kissamos, where we set out for our trip.
Our stay on the ship until the first destination lasts an hour. The first thing we admire is a cave most likely an ancient shipyard. We also witness an impressive geological phenomenon; the simultaneous lifting and sinking of the two sides of the island, where its western side rises up to 6 – 9 meters above the sea level.
We disembark at the island of Gramvousa also known as the “pirates’ island”. The broader area of Gramvousa forms one of the most significant hydro-biotopes of the Eastern Mediterranean, since here we can encounter over 100 bird species and 400 plant species. You can admire the famous fortress of Gramvousa built by the Venetians in 1579 high on a rock and if you want, you can climb up to admire the magnificent view. After our exploration of the area, you have plenty of time to enjoy our swim at the gorgeous beach with the wonderful colors or have lunch aboard.
In the early afternoon, we head for the lagoon of Balos, one of the loveliest places in Greece.
The view of the lagoon is truly breathtaking and brings us in mind exotic beaches in the Caribbean. These app. 3 hours of solitude in such a paradise will surely be etched in your memory for ever!
Balos is renowned for
- its numerous cacti,
- its undergrowth,
- its splendid beach,
- its white sand,
- its jade-green and turquoise waters,
- its warm and shallow sea,
- its wild natural beauty that bring us in mind exotic beaches in the Caribbean.
This is an excursion to Elafonisi you do not want to miss!
Up to the south-westernmost point of the island, in one of the most spectacular and unexpected locations on the island is where we will spend the day. Elafonisi is a place of exceptional natural beauty, something between an island and a peninsula, as you have to walk through the sea to reach it.
Once occupied by pirates, today it is a very popular destination for day trippers who flood there to faraway lagoon, whilst having a Mediterranean holiday.
Elafonisi is a paradise on earth – a heaven of unparalleled beauty. It is covered with sand dunes, low trees, bushes, sand lilies and junipers. You can get there on foot from the beach by passing through shallow aquamarine and turquoise waters. The white and pink sand made of thousands of broken seashells, the limpid blue-green waters, the little coves and the secluded tiny beaches remind the travelers of a paradise lost.
Take a swim in the warm tropical waters and relax under the hot summer sun!
A different excursion for those who want to experience the island’s everyday life.
We start with a tour around the city of Heraklion (app. 30 min.) with our first stop at the Liberty Square in the center. From there you have the opportunity to visit the capital town of Crete. The Byzantium, the Ottoman Empire, the Venetian Rule have all left their marks on Heraklion. You can admire the imposing fortress of Koules at the harbor, the Venetian Walls that surround the old city, you can sit at one of the many restaurants or coffee shops in the Lions’ Square to enjoy your coffee or your lunch or if you wish to, you will be able to visit one of the many city museums, the Municipal Library and the Art Gallery or one of the numerous byzantine churches.
After our visit in Heraklion, we will visit the biggest open-air Market in Pateles where dozens of peddlers offer their merchandise in very good prices.
Next Stop the Cretaquarium. Here you are going to admire various marine species, from small fish and clams to big sharks and tuna, all of which are indigenous of the Mediterranean… After our tour, we can enjoy our coffee in the café of the building before we go back to our hotels.
Feel like a true Cretan, learn to entertain yourself as one of them.
If you want to feel really like a true Cretan, come with us to the traditional village of Karouzana, a night dedicated to music, to dance and to tasty local food. Reaching the ancient village, we have the chance to take our walk through this magnificent place and be surprised by the locals’ hospitality. At dusk, we are going to enjoy the traditional feast, taste the delicious dishes with the cheese, the virgin olive oil, the meat and all the other products of the Cretan soil.
Get treated with the wine, listen to the sound of the Cretan “Lyra” and take delight in looking at the dancers, dressed in their traditional costumes performing Cretan and Greek folk dances.
At the end of the night, we can also join the dancers, who will teach us the basic steps, so that we can also dance like modern Zorbas!
Experience a Cretan evening like never before, the only thing you need to bring is your good mood!
Visit one of the oldest and most picturesque villages (Kritsa) and a great place to escape the crowds (Myrtos).
We start our trip with a visit to an olive oil park where you can experience first-hand the standardization of extra virgin olive oil, table olives and olive paste. Here you will be able to taste the authentic Greek product, which is famous worldwide for its great taste and its n n nutritional value, as well as, other authentic Cretan products like “raki” and honey.
Later, we visit one of the oldest villages on Crete, which even today retains elements of Venetian architecture, the village of Kritsa. Here, you will have about an hour and a half of free time to stroll around its narrow streets. There you will find a lot of little souvenir shops, picturesque paths, Greek coffee shops, many old chapels, museums and try not to miss the traditional weavings manufactured with looms exclusively made by hand.
Then, we head towards Myrtos Beach, 13km west of Ierapetra, at the output of a wide valley filled with greenhouses and citrus groves. You will have plenty of free time to enjoy swimming and sunbathing at the nice beach of Myrtos, with the coarse gray sand that doesn’t stick to your body. The beach is very spacious, isolated with crystal clear water. Moreover, Myrtos has a lot of taverns where you can enjoy traditional Greek food. After 2 and half hours in Myrtos, the day will end and we will make our way back to your hotels.
Join the meeting between salt and sweet water. Feel like in a jungle in the palm forest of Preveli.
The beach of Preveli, also known as Lake Preveli or Phoenix, is located at the exit of the imposing Kourtaliotikos Gorge, where the Grand River (Megalos Potamos) flows. It is certainly the most famous beach in South Crete, accepting thousands of visitors every summer. During the ‘60s and ‘70s, it was a favorite destination for the hippies.
On the banks of the Grand River there is a large colony of Theophrastus palm trees, which give the region a sense of a tropical landscape. This is the second largest palm forest of Crete, after the palm forest of Vai.
The river forms a small lake, 500m long, before emptying into the sea. You can walk along the river, under the shade of palm trees, and start ascending in the beautiful canyon. At the exit of the river, a beautiful beach with pebbles and sand is formed.
Moreover, in the eastern part of the beach, there is a beautiful rock which looks like a heart. Here, you will have plenty of free time to enjoy swimming in the turquoise waters, to sunbathe under the warm sun and to explore this tropical and very unique landscape.
The bus will stop at a parking lot, the closest to the beach, where there is a path descending down to the beach.
The parking is located near towering vertical cliffs, where you can take some fantastic photos. To reach the beach walk the footpath (app. 300 stairs) that takes about 15 minutes.
After, approximately 4 hours of free time at the beach, the day will come to an end and we will make our way back to your hotels.
Let’s escape to the wild nature and to the most mesmerizing places of Crete!
Delve into the beauty of the second most visited gorge on the island, Imbros Gorge. Easier to walk than the renowned Samaria gorge, Imbros is equally captivating with its several narrow stony passages, the steep slopes and cliffs around, the shady trees that protect you from the scorching sun and the wild vegetation. The route is mostly descending but never steep and it takes only about two hours to walk, which it makes it ideal for families with children.
At the end of your walk, find yourself at one of the most stunning beaches in Crete, Fragokastello. Discover the impressive Venetian castle of Fragokastello on golden shores with its own unique history, closely related to the legend of Drosoulites. Sit back and relax on the beach, enjoying breathtaking views of lofty mountains, wide plains, and the surrounding deep blue sea. Refresh yourself floating in shallow turquoise waters. After swimming, enjoy a delicious meal in one of the nearby taverns before heading back to your bus with unforgettable memories.
We promise you warm hospitality, good music a lot of fun friendly atmosphere.
Departures at 12:00 pm with arrival on 15:00 pm, with a second route as well, departing at 15:00 pm and arriving on 18:00 pm
We will depart from the marina on Hersonissos at around 12am, and set sail for one of the most stunning and secluded beach of Saint George Bay where we shall have a 45 min stop, before sailing along to Stalida and Malia Bay, where we shall have another stopover of 45min, before sailing back to the coast close to 15pm. Same schedule applies for second route of the day that will follow later.
Guests are provided with snorkeling equipment!
Come along for an exciting 3 hour fishing tour, designed not only for the fishing lovers but also for people who enjoy an adventurous experience while able to catch some fishes. Proper fishing equipment is provided aboard along with shrimp baits to ensure the best fishing experience possible.
We find the best reefs for fishing.
Finding the best spots and planning well in advance is paramount when considering a fishing trip and our captain will strive to ensure you a fruitful experience.
But above all fishing is supposed to be a pleasant and tranquil activity, so enjoy the scenic settings, the Cretan sunset, the traditional wine we offer you and bring on you own camera to capture the special moments of your trip.
Of course no previous experience in fishing is needed, any aspiring "fisherman" will be able to pursue his luck.
INFO: THE PROGRAM MAY ALWAYS CHANGE ACCORDING THE WEATHER CONDITIONS
The Black Rose is equipped with all the safety and insurance equipment according the law. On the boat there is snorkeling equipment. You can contact us and use our free transfer service from you hotel and back
Meal: pork stake, salad, tzatziki, bread Chicken or vegetarian upon request.
Daily schedule: Departure 11:00 Arrival 15:30
We provide and offer three half day cruises of 3 hours each, departing from Hersonissos port.
Every day
- at 10:00 (morning)
- at 14:00 (midday)
- at 18:00 (sunset)
We set sails to enjoy our fantastic cruises around Hersonissos and Stalis bay. Dive into the crystal clear waters of Saint George bay and Stalis Bay. Enjoy the amazing colors of the Greek summer in those windless bays. Take unforgettable pictures on the upper deck overlooking the awesome sea. Relax, sunbathe and enjoy your time with us!
On the way back, we sail coast-to-coast passing Drapanos Cape, Gourgouthia, Saint Nicholas and Hersonissos shore. Please note our Sunset programme excludes Stalis Bay.
FOR THE ABOVE:
MAXIMUM PARTICIPATION PAX:25
YOU ARE ABLE TO CHARTER THE ABOVE MENTIONED YACHT ALSO INDIVIDUALLY (PRIVATE).
INCLUDED IN PROGRAMME
Skipper, helper, fuels, inflatable toys, snorkeling equipment, snack which consists of a variety of Cretan pies, variety of fruits, water, soft drinks and a bottle of Cretan white wine per 4 pax.
(ALCOHOLIC DRINKS OPTIONAL WITH EXTRA CHARGE)
We happily invite you to board on our Yachting luxurious sailing boat "FANTASIA". A cruise with Fantasia, as one could simply tell from her name, is nothing but a fantastic experience itself. Every morning at 09:00 we set sail to the most picturesque Dia island.
Boarding: 08:50 (Hersonissos Port)
Departure: 09:00
Arrival: 10:40 (Dia Island)
First stop in Virgin Mary's bay, for swimming in crystal blue turquoise waters, snorkeling and lunch. Then we sail to Agrielia's bay for swimming, snorkeling and fishing (just for fun- not professional fishing).
Departure: 15:30 (Dia Island) .
Arrival: 16:40 (Hersonissos Port)
FOR THE ABOVE: MAXIMUM PARTICIPATION PAX:10
MINIMUM PARTICIPATION PAX:8
YOU ARE ABLE TO CHARTER THE ABOVE MENTIONED YACHT ALSO INDIVIDUALLY (PRIVATE).
INCLUDED IN PROGRAMME
Skipper, helper, fuels, coffee, tea, water, soft drinks, snorkeling equipment, fishing equipment and lunch, free WI-FI.
Lunch consists of:
Greek mousaka, Greek salad, a bottle of Cretan white wine per 4 pax, variety of fruits and dessert.
(ALCOHOLIC DRINKS OPTIONAL WITH EXTRA CHARGE) There will be a vegetarian menu available upon request.
Included:
- Fruit salad & drinks
- Delicious barbeque lunch or dinner
- Snorkeling equipment
- Safety Equipment
- Swimming floats
- Pickup & drop-off service to your hotel
Duration: 3-4 hours
Departure Point: Hersonissos Port
Return Point: Hersonissos Port
Max number of passengers: 8
Included:
- Fruit salad & drinks
- Delicious barbeque lunch or dinner
- Snorkeling equipment
- Safety Equipment
- Swimming floats
- Pickup & drop-off service to your hotel
Duration: 2-4 hours
Max.Persons: 10
Contact us to tell us what is your idea and your wish and we will plan together your special day on board and exceed your expectations.
One hour after, our convoy starts driving up to Lassithi Plateau where an exciting off road begins. Soon after, a unique panoramic view of the plateau and the north coast of Crete reveals. We will stop for the second photo stop of the day in order to enjoy the breathtaking view, if we are lucky we'll see live the Cretan vulture that often is spotted in flocks in these mountains. From that point we descent always off road till we reach the foot of Lassithi Mountain and drive through various tradional villages on our way to Kastelli village where on the flowering terrace of a local tavern we will enjoy a delicious stone-oven cooked lunch.
One hour after, refreshed and ready our convoy continues heading North, we drive via various small villages till we reach the unknown cave of St. Paraskevi (Skoteino cave). For 30' we will explore this important Minoan site and get informed about its history through the years. The last part of our route drives us all the way to the North Cretan sea, at a sandy beach where we will get the chance to swim or enjoy a refreshment at the beach bar. At the end of the day we will drive you back to your hotel or at the closest point. Don't forget to bring water, sun protection, towel and your camera to capture every moment of this extraordinary tour.
Come and explore with us!
Our first stop is at Agios Thomas a village at an altitude of 760 meters, dating back to 1371 AD. In the village there are Byzantine churches, ruins of the Byzantine aqueduct as well as Roman era tombs.
Going down, we will cross the Messara valley and following a route through olive groves, we will reach the Monastery of ODIGITRIA one of the most famous monasteries of Crete, dating back to the 14thcentury. You will be amazed by the beauty of the monastery and you will have the opportunity to visit the museum with objects of the daily life of Cretans.
Following a beautiful dirt road we arrive at the entrance of Agiofarago and start crossing it on foot. Walking through the gorge (with zero difficulty degree) you will have the opportunity to get close to sheep and goats which are beautiful and absolutely harmless. After 20 minutes walking you will end up on a beach with fine pebble that will really enchant you. It is the paradise of Southern Crete
After swimming in the crystal clear waters and driving through a beautiful dirt road we reach Matala, the famous village of southern Crete where the Hippies lived in the 70s. You will have free time to admire the beauties of the village and visit the caves of the Hippies.
We return to the hotel through a beautiful route. This journey will amaze and fill you with pictures that will stay with you for a lifetime.
LASSITHI PLATEAU
We will learn several things regarding the local mythology and receive more information on Crete and the local way of life.
We will follow a beautiful route through lush olive groves and reach the ruins of the Roman aqueduct in Lyttos and then we will make our first stop at the traditional village of Kastamonitsa where we will have coffee at a local traditional coffee shop. You will have the opportunity to walk in the narrow streets and get to know the architectural tradition of central Crete.
Afterwards we will start our ascent using dirt roads and enjoying stunning views, and passing by the monastery of Agia Anna we will reach the Limnakaro Plateau at an altitude of 1150 meters, where you will also get to know the architecture of “mitata”, the stone made refuges of the local shepherds. The view from there is amazing and will reward you.
We will learn several things regarding the local mythology and receive more information on Crete and the local way of life.
Our next stop is the cave of ZEUS where mythology says that the father of the gods was born (6 euros entry fee).
Right after you will enjoy an authentic meal, typical of the traditional Cretan cuisine in one of the best local taverns. Then we will go through Seli where you will be surely enchanted by the landscape and the pictures you will take from this point will be the best of your holiday.
Then we descend and reach the traditional village of Krasi with its 2000 year old plane tree and the ancient natural water spring. Finally, through a beautiful route with a very nice view we get back to the hotel full of memories.
This day will be full of surprises and will surely fill you with beautiful memories for the rest of your life.
SARAKINA GORGE
We head to Agios Nikolaos and stop in the traditional village of Kritsa, one of the most famous villages of Crete with its narrow picturesque alleys and its traditional shops.
Afterwards we ascend through a beautiful route with magnificent views and end up at the Katharos Plateau at an altitude of 1250 meters where we stop for coffee in a traditional cafe.
Later on we cross the forest of Selakano and end up in the Sarakina Gorge which will surprise you with its beauty. Continuing and after our amazing meal, we reach , the village of ISTRON with its amazing beach where you can have a swim in the crystal clear waters of the VOYLISMA BEACH .
Returning through a very beautiful route we arrive at your hotel.
This route will leave you with the very best memories.
TRYPITI GORGE
Οur first stop is the village of Agios Myronas where we will have the opportunity to see up close the holy water which gushes for centuries from of St. Myron.
Then we arrive at the village Prinias village also will visit the Rakokazano and will tour the way produced raki will try traditional raki and local delicacies
In the follow-through of a beautiful route we arrive at the foothill of Asterousia and climb to an altitude of 850 meters. Here begins to seem the wild side of South Crete and real landscapes are gorgeous and dreamy.
Crossing the beautiful gorge we find ourselves in one of the best beaches of Crete with clear waters. Here we enjoy an amazing meal and we get our swim. On our return through a beautiful route we arrive at the village of Agios Thomas where we will see the Roman tombs and Byzantine churches and then with what best pictures in our mind we will arrive in hotel.
This route will reflect deep into your mind the best memories from the Wild Unknown Crete!
ΤHE SECRETS OF SOUTHERN CRETE
Then we climb up a beautiful off road to reach an altitude of 850 meters at KAVOUSSI where the view we get will be unique. In front of us is the amazing beauty of Kavousi Canyon and besides the amazing view we will have the chance to see close up and take a picture of the vultures of Crete. It is the best location for great photos. Going downhill we reach the one and only point of Crete where we can see the meeting of two canyons that lead to the RICΗTRA waterfall which we will visit closely. The flow of waterfall is very intense during May and becomes slightly weaker from June to October.
Then we arrive at SKOUROS beach where we will have the opportunity to enjoy our swim for about 45 minutes in crystal clear and turquoise waters. Finishing our swim, we will have lunch at an amazing tavern with full lunch and unlimited wine and water. Full of pictures through a beautiful route we return to the hotel having done so much in just one day.
AQUAPLUS
The water park is split in to two section connected to each other. The one section is for adults and includes a large number of extreme slides with high adrenaline and the other section for children.
It is famous as the first water park in the Balkan region. The gorgeous garden is the most impressive area of this water park. Cretan flowers and trees together with exotic flowers come together to create a Garden of Eden. The slides are hidden under the weeping willow and the games pass between the palm trees, bougainvilleas and French marigolds. Above all is clean. This is the most important for a water park.
The advantage of this park is that it is on a hill, so you can look around and glimpse different corners of beauty and fun without getting tired. Top technical equipment, automated control systems and water purification systems are currently in use. Acqua Plus is proud of its reputation for cleanliness, hospitality and most importantly, FUN.
The water park offers from than 50 different slides, games and facilities. The stuff is very friendly and very helpful. The Park has received the Certificate of Excellence from the popular website Trip Advisor.
Acqua Plus was the first to put in to action the cashless bracelet technology with a tailor made system that is more sophisticated than any other water park in the world.
Another thing you don’t have to worry is waiting lines. Acqua Plus is the only park in the island of Crete that has its own system in making sure that our clients can enjoy our slides and games as more times as possible and not to worry about waiting in long lines.
Safety comes first, a large number of qualified lifeguards and a stand by doctor is ready to assist and protect our clients at any minute of the day.
Sun Beds and Umbrellas are included in the entrance price.
We have prepared an unique journey over the
beautiful landscapes of the Lassithi Plateau: the
famous windmills with wings-sails, the Zeus
Cave and stunning photos of the mountains and
clouds.
M I N I - G R O U P F L I G H T
O N C R E T E , L A S I T H I P L A T E A U
The program is suitable for a group of friends or for those
who like to make new acquaintances. A hot air balloon ride
will show you a different side of Crete.
Included:
- 40 min flight in a mini group (up to 8 pax)
- Traditional Cretan Breakfast with sparkling wine
- Flight certificate
- Souvenir
- Transfer service hotel - meeting point - hotel can be
- provided with extra charge.
R O M A N C E F O R T W O
A program for true romantics. A bird’s eye view sunrise is the perfect
backdrop to celebrate a wedding anniversary or a marriage proposal.
Included:
- 40 min private flight
- decorated balloon basket
- flowers
- sweets and sparkling wine
- flight certificate
- special souvenir
Extra services:
- transfer
- professional photoshoot
C E L E B R A T I O N
I N T H E S K Y
Birthdays, corporate parties, weddings in a hot-air
balloon. A perfect way to celebrate an important event in a
special way.
Included:
- 40 min private flight
- Light appetizers and sparkling wine
- Flight certificate
- Souvenir
Extra services:
- transfer
- professional photoshoot
