Heraklion, Greece
From 293 €
Heraklion, Greece

Heraklion, Greece

Transport + Accommodation
Created: Wednesday, November 23, 2022 - Departure: Friday, December 16, 2022
Ref ID: 3902905
price per person From
293 €
Based on 2 adults
Created: Wednesday, November 23, 2022 - Departure: Friday, December 16, 2022

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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16 Dec
Departure transport
Departure
TUS Airways
TUS Airways TUS Airways - U8728
5:00 PM - Larnaca, Larnaca (LCA)
6:35 PM - Heraklion, Nikos Kazantzakis (HER)
0 PC Nonstop
Transport:  U8728
Cabin Class: Economy
16 Dec
Accommodation
3 Nights
Kipos Boutique Suites 9.5 Superb
HERACLION - At 0.2 km from the centreROOM ONLYGIAMPOUDI 12, HERACLION 71201 Double room
Kipos Boutique Suites is located in the heart of Heraklion Town.This 4-star property offers rooms with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a microwave, a kettle, a shower, a hairdryer and a desk. The rooms have a private bathroom, free toiletries and bed linen.
19 Dec
Return transport
Return
TUS Airways
TUS Airways TUS Airways - U8729
7:25 PM - Heraklion, Nikos Kazantzakis (HER)
8:50 PM - Larnaca, Larnaca (LCA)
0 PC Nonstop
Transport:  U8729
Cabin Class: Economy
price per person From
293 €
Based on 2 adults
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