How would I get from Heraklion to Chania? I would prefer not to drive..would a free transfer to the Heraklion airport be available for those who choose not to use the rental car? Is there a guarantee that the flight from Heraklion would arrive at a certain fixed time at Athens airport?

The transportation from Heraklion to Chania should be made with the rental car. If you're looking for a package which does not include a rental car, you can take a look at the Minos II package. This adventure includes the transportation from Heraklion to Chania. We usually book early morning flights. We recommend booking your departing flight from Athens after 12:30 PM to avoid connection problems.

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MINOTAUR: Athens, Mykonos, Santorini, Crete, Heraklion and Chania

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From Athens to Chania

4.7

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Silver Operator: Greca
Explorer: Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Partially Guided: Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 99
All Ages Welcome

Places You’ll See

Athens
Mykonos
Santorini
Heraklion

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Highlights

Explore Athens with an expert guide
Visit the Acropolis and its museum
Sail to Mykonos and enjoy the sea views
Discover Santorini's stunning landscapes
Drive through Crete with a rental car

Itinerary

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Introduction

Day 1 ATHENS - CRADLE OF CIVILIZATION
Day 2 AFTERNOON CITY TOUR & ATHENS BY NIGHT!!
Day 3 FROM ATHENS TO MYKONOS - NAVIGATING AS ODYSSEUS
Day 4 MYKONOS: RELAX, SUN, BEACH, AND HISTORY
Day 5 FROM MYKONOS TO MAGICAL SANTORINI
Day 6 DISCOVERING SANTORINI
Day 7 FROM SANTORINI TO CRETE - HOME OF MINOTAUR
Day 8 FROM HERAKLION TO CHANIA
Day 9 CHANIA TOWN AND COUNTRYSIDE
Day 10 CHANIA TO ATHENS - FAREWELL GREECE!

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3 to 99 years old

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Greca
4.7

Ruchita
· August 12th, 2025
My recent trip to Turkey, organized by Greca , was absolutely incredible, thanks in large part to their exceptional service. From start to finish, the local travel support was great, ensuring every detail was handled smoothly. It made the entire experience stress-free and enjoyable. Our guides were incredibly knowledgeable, bringing the rich history and vibrant culture of Turkey to life with their insights and stories. We felt very well taken care of throughout the journey, with every need anticipated and addressed. I highly recommend this tour operator for anyone planning a trip to Turkey. They truly go above and beyond to provide an unforgettable experience!
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Cindy
Asked on April 24th, 2025
How would I get from Heraklion to Chania? I would prefer not to drive..would a free transfer to the Heraklion airport be available for those who choose not to use the rental car? Is there a guarantee that the flight from Heraklion would arrive at a certain fixed time at Athens airport?
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- GrecaOperator•Written April 2025
  The transportation from Heraklion to Chania should be made with the rental car. If you're looking for a package which does not include a rental car, you can take a look at the Minos II package. This adventure includes the transportation from Heraklion to Chania. We usually book early morning flights. We recommend booking your departing flight from Athens after 12:30 PM to avoid connection problems.
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  Cindy
  Traveler•Written April 2025
  Are the hotel accommodations shared or are they private rooms?
- GrecaOperator•Written April 2025
  The hotels we book are always private rooms and have private bathroom. We truly believe that it's more convenient and better option to have private rooms.

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Good to Know

Tour ID: 276525

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Vaccines
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- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Greece. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Greece. Ideally 2 months before travel.
Visa
- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
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- For any tour departing before October 20th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after October 20th, 2025, a minimum payment of 50% is required to confirm your booking with Greca. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
- Some departure dates and prices may vary and Greca will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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