Price: Starting from $5249 CAD per person from Toronto / Starting from $5479 CAD per person from Calgary
Savings: Early Booking Bonus of $50 CAD per person
Booking window: Now - March 31, 2026
Departure date: October 8, 2026
Return date: October 29, 2026
Discover the perfect blend of ancient history and island life on this immersive three-week journey through Greece. Begin with two nights in Athens, where you can explore the iconic Acropolis, wander through the charming Plaka neighborhood, and savor authentic souvlaki in the shadow of ancient ruins. Fly across the Aegean to Crete for a week in Heraklion, the island’s vibrant capital. Delve into Minoan civilization at the Palace of Knossos, sample local wines in nearby villages, and enjoy fresh seafood along the old Venetian harbor. Continue your odyssey with ten leisurely nights in Chania, Crete’s most picturesque town. Lose yourself in the enchanting Old Town’s labyrinthine streets, relax on stunning beaches from Balos to Elafonissi, hike the dramatic Samaria Gorge, and unwind with sunset views over the iconic lighthouse. Head back to Athens for one last night before going home.
Inclusions:
- International flights from Toronto (direct flight) or from Calgary (via Toronto) on our group allotment with Air Canada
- Airport taxes of $850
- 20-night accommodation at 4-star hotels with daily breakfast (3 nights in Athens, 7 nights in Heraklion, and 10 nights in Chania)
- All transfers from airports to hotels and back by private bus, including an English-speaking assistant
- Domestic flights: Athens-Heraklion, Chania-Athens
- Information session with a representative on site to purchase excursions
Itinerary:
OCTOBER 8: CANADA DEPARTURE
OCTOBER 9-10 ATHENS
Arrival at Athens International Airport. Meet and greet by a local assistant and transfer to the hotel. Check in at a centrally located hotel. Free evening to stroll around Plaka, the city’s old quarter, and enjoy a relaxed dinner in a traditional taverna.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Titania Hotel 4* for 2 nights
Optional Excursions: Full day tour to Nauplio and Mycenae - Saturday ($)
Half-day Athens city tour and New Museum - Sunday ($)
OCTOBER 11 ATHENS-HERAKLION
Breakfast and checkout. Transfer to the airport for your flight to Heraklion. Arrival transfer to your hotel. Check in at a Heraklion hotel.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Castello City Hotel 4* for 7 nights
OCTOBER 12-17 HERAKLION
Heraklion is both a city and a region in central Crete, stretching from the popular north coast to the rugged and more remote south. It’s not just the capital of Crete but also a major gateway to the island, home to its main airport and port. Once there, you’ll discover a multifaceted seaside city that blends past and present, with beaches and cultural highlights to match.
Meals: Breakfast
OCTOBER 18 HERAKLION-CHANIA
Breakfast and checkout. Private group transfer west across the island. Arrival and check-in at a Chania hotel. Evening is free to explore the Venetian Harbor.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Morum City Hotel 4* for 10 nights
OCTOBER 19-27 CHANIA
Chania invites you to experience Crete at its most captivating, where centuries of history meet natural beauty and everyday life unfolds at a relaxed pace. From the colorful alleyways of the Old Town to beaches for all tastes, traditional mountain villages and historical sites, Chania offers something for everyone.
Meals: Breakfast
OCTOBER 28 CHANIA-ATHENS
Breakfast and checkout. Transfer to Chania Airport for your flight to Athens. Arrival and transfer to your hotel for the final night.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Titania Hotel 4* for 1 night
OCTOBER 29 ATHENS-CANADA
Group departure transfer to Athens International Airport for your flight home.
Meals: Breakfast
