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GREECE RESORT STAY
The Delights of Crete
NEW for 2009
8 days
from
£659
ALL-INCLUSIVE
Fly from... Heathrow
Or from your LOCAL AIRPORT
Highlights Include Guided tour of Heraklion Visit to the Palace of Knossos Wine tasting Optional Excursions Gulf of Mirabello Southern Crete Northern Crete
AGIA PELAGIA
Enchanting Crete, the largest of the Greek islands, is shaped by over 8,000 years of history and is the legendary birthplace of Zeus. Relax on the beautiful beaches lapped by the clear blue waters of the Mediterranean and enjoy the picturesque resort of Agia Pelagia, or join us on our optional excursions to explore the island's scenic splendours and ancient treasures.
YOUR RESORT The picturesque fishing village of Agia Pelagia lies on the beautiful Bay of Mononaftis, about 12 miles west of Heraklion. Surrounded by hills and mountains, crystal clear blue waters lap the glorious sandy beaches. You can relax under a sun umbrella, enjoy the many watersports, browse in the souvenir and jewellery shops, or sit back and watch the world go by. INCLUDED EXCURSION Heraklion - Step back 4,000 years to the time of the oldest civilisation in Europe on our guided tour of Crete's colourful and lively capital. Marvel at the Minoan treasures in the Archaeological Museum, walk along the old city walls and visit the Venetian harbour, the Byzantine church and Lions Square. We drive on to explore the magnificent Palace of Knossos, centre of the Minoan Civilisation, and return via Peza for a tour and wine tasting at a local vineyard. CHOICE OF OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS Gulf of Mirabello - A scenic drive takes us through the spectacular ravine of Saint George to the mountain village of Kritsa. We continue to the ancient fishing village of Elounda and a boat trip across to Spinalonga Island. We travel on to the picturesque town of Aghios Nikolaos, for a stroll around the small lake at the foot of the cliffs, the harbour and narrow streets. Southern Crete - The day begins travelling through the dramatic Idi an Dicti Mountains to visit the old Greco-Roman town of Gortys, before continuing across the Messera Plain to explore the Minoan Palace of Phaestos. We drive on to the picturesque seaside village of Matala with free time for a refreshing swim and a leisurely lunch at a beach taverna before returning to the hotel. Northern Crete - First stop today is the open-air museum Lychnostatis for an insight into the traditional Cretan life. We continue to Psychro and can either walk or take a mule ride to the Dicti Cave, the legendary birthplace of Zeus. We drive on to visit the traditional village of Tzermiado and return via Seli Ambellou for a tour of an old grain mill. YOUR HOTEL You will stay at the modern four star Seaside Beach Resort Hotel Heraklion, perched on the hillside overlooking the beautiful bay of Mononaftis. The hotel is just 100 metres from the sandy beach and approximately 3km from the centre of Agia Pelagia. The hotel has an elegant restaurant with a terrace, a bar, swimming pool, Jacuzzi and spa centre. All bedrooms have balcony or terrace with sea view, private facilities, airconditioning, telephone, TV, safe, mini-fridge and hairdryer.
SEASIDE BEACH RESORT HOTEL
What's Included
Return flights to Heraklion Transfers between airport and hotel Services of an air-conditioned executive coach Seven nights' all-inclusive accommodation Services of a Travelsphere Tour Manager & local guide Guided tour of Heraklion Welcome drink All UK and overseas airport taxes and security charges All-inclusive package: - Full board breakfast, lunch and dinner - Snacks during the day between 10.00 and 18.00 - Tea and coffee between 10.00 and 18.00 - Local wines, draught beer, locally produced spirits and non-alcoholic drinks between 10.00 and 23.00 - Free sports activities - Evening entertainment
AGHIOS NIKOLAOS
Dates, Prices & Flight Information
Holiday ref: FGCAI
Heathrow
Olympic Airlines (via Athens) Depart 1220 hrs Return arr. 2110 hrs
2009 Apr 21 May 19 £689 £744 Jun 23 Oct 13 £774 £659
GREECE
Deposit £100 per person Single room £140 For insurance information, please see page 195. All prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin or double-bedded room with private facilities FLY FROM YOUR LOCAL AIRPORT You can fly to your destination from the following airports at the supplement shown below (per person).
Agia Pelagia Heraklion Tzermiado Kritsa Elounda Aghios Nikolaos
Gatwick £NIL
Manchester £NIL
For details of airlines and approximate flight timings please see pages 190-191. TRANSFERS MAKE YOUR OWN WAY Transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approx. 30 mins. Save £150. Please see page 7 for further details.
Gortys Matala
SPINALONGA
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