Budget Holiday in Crete – 1 Week of Sun
From 534 €
Heraklion, Greece

Budget Holiday in Crete – 1 Week of Sun

Multidestination
Created: Wednesday, March 26, 2025 - Departure: Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Ref ID: 23668164
price per person From
534 €
Based on 2 adults
Created: Wednesday, March 26, 2025 - Departure: Wednesday, June 18, 2025

About the destination

Heraklion is the capital of Crete and usually the starting point for holiday visitors wishing to explore the island. With about 130 000 inhabitants, it is the fifth largest town in Greece. The city is marked by different influences of Venetians, Saracens and Greeks. History is very much alive in Heraklion just like in most Greek cities. All around the old part of the city, a visitor can walk following the old Venetian walls that meet at a bastion, called Koules Fortress that dominates the old harbour of the city. The Venetians began the construction of the city walls in 1462 and they took more than a century to complete. The walls are about 4km in length and of a triangular shape with seven bastions and is now one of the icons of the city. The central square, surrounded by stores, cafes, and restaurants, is dominated by the fountain of the Lions, built by a Venetian governor in the 17th century. The Archaeological Museum at Heraklion is impressive and it is the pride and joy of the city. The displays are satisfyingly thorough and well laid out, all aspects of life in Crete from prehistory through to the Roman period is covered 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 incredible shape and there is much to see. It is also in a beautiful setting with great views over the countryside. Heraklion offers a vast array of historic and archaeological holiday attractions, including its world-famous museum and the nearby site of Knossos, heart of the ancient Minoan civilisation. The shoreline in the city, Amoudara, is a three kilometre strip of sandy beach, lots of cafes, bars and hotels and the site of Technopolis, a modern multiplex cinema and open-air theatre. The most beautiful beaches outside the city are found in Kartero and Malia.
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18 Jun
Transport from Amsterdam to Heraklion
Departure
Transavia Holland
Transavia Holland Transavia Holland - HV6877
16:20 - Amsterdam, Schiphol (AMS)
20:50 - Heraklion, Nikos Kazantzakis (HER)
0 PC Nonstop Fare: Basic
Transport:  HV6877
Cabin Class: Economy
Fare Name: XBAHV
18 Jun
Accommodation
7 Nights
Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village 7.8 Good
Malevizi - At 9.1 km from the centreROOM ONLY11th Km Old National Road Tilisos, Malevizi 71002 DOUBLE
When you stay at Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village in Malevizi, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Heraklion Port and Heraklion Archaeological Museum. This hotel is 8.8 mi (14.2 km) from Palace of Knossos and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Tylissos.Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, babysitting (surcharge), and gift shops/newsstands.Make yourself at home in one of the 34 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wired internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.For lunch or dinner, stop by Delfys, a restaurant that specializes in Greek cuisine. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe, and room service is provided. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Local cuisine breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
25 Jun
Transport from Heraklion to Amsterdam
Return
Transavia Holland
Transavia Holland Transavia Holland - HV6874
12:10 - Heraklion, Nikos Kazantzakis (HER)
15:00 - Amsterdam, Schiphol (AMS)
0 PC Nonstop Fare: Basic
Transport:  HV6874
Cabin Class: Economy
Fare Name: XBAHV
price per person From
534 €
Based on 2 adults
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