Crete is a Mecca for Greek mythology. It is the largest of the Greek islands and also the last island before you come to the African continent. The landscape is formed by mountains, plateaus, valleys, fertile plains and spectacular gorges, not forgetting the Mediterranean, the Libyan sea, the olive groves to the east and the orange groves to the west.

Crete is an ideal venue for trekking. The beauty and diversity of the scenery, the climate and a multitude of assorted and extraordinary sites make the treks pleasant and offer many new experiences.

Typical white-washed villages, steep mountains rising up from the sea, white sandy beaches, steep-sided and mysterious gorges and the sea as a constant backdrop will provide the setting for this unique trek.

We will also add a cultural element to this trip by visiting some ancient originally Greek ruins.

And each evening, we will enjoy the incomparable welcome from the Cretan locals, the small authentic hotels and the now-renowned Greek gastronomy.

This is a 9-day trip with 7 days trekking when we explore this wonderful region from the sea to the mountains.

FEATURES OF THE TRIP

The highlights : Exploring this mythical island from the sea to the mountains.

                            The incomparable welcome and gastronomy. 

                            Very comfortable accommodation in small authentic hotels with lots of contact with the locals.

                            Magnificent hikes and welcome swims in the azure-coloured sea.

Best time of year : From May to October.

Dates : Saturday 18 July to Sunday 26 July 2009

Number of days away : 9

Number of days hiking : 7

Levels : Fitness - you need to be very fit.

              Technical ability - this is a tour that is achievable by all as long as you have been training for it - 

              5 to 7  hours steady/gentle walking per day.

Number of participants : 6 to 8 people per guide with the exception of pre-formed groups which may be larger.

Guides : A French guide.

Accommodation : Small authentic hotels.

Formalities : Nothing of note.

Equipment to be carried : All the routes can be completed with a day pack. Travel bags are transported by mules.

Local transport : Minibuses are used for all transfers during the trip.

PRICE :   €1930 per person  excluding flights. + Flight to Heraklion.

                 At the time we planned this trip, tickets cost approximately €350.

Signing up : To sign up for one of the trips offered, please write to us or email us with: your name,  address, telephone   

                      number, name and dates of the trip you wish to join and your deposit  cheque.

                      You will receive a detailed specification sheet of the program accompanied with a registration form on      

                      which the payment methods will be indicated.

Air Travel : Please ask us for more information.

Further information : A specification sheet outlining the trip itinerary and list of equipment you need to bring is    

                                     available on request via email.