Retreat in Heraklion, Crete
Operated by Ertha (Europe Incoming)
$0 charged today. We place a pending $613 hold — released if the trip doesn’t lock in, captured as your deposit (25%) if it does.
- Group of 8–22 friends
- Lock-in defaults to 8 (you choose)
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About this trip
True relaxation awaits in one of the most restorative destinations on earth: the legendary island of Crete. Leave the stress of everyday life behind and escape across sparkling blue waters to renew your mind, body, and spirit in the warm embrace of Greek hospitality. Practice yoga by the sea, meditate without distraction, indulge in tantalizing cuisine, and explore the timeless beauty of nature and architecture that can only be found on this eternal jewel of the Mediterranean.
What’s included
- Double occupancy in a 5-star resort (limited single rooms available)
- Local guide throughout the trip
- All city transfers
What’s not included
- Flights (except as noted)
- Food & Alcohol (except as noted)
- Visas & Travel Insurance
- Airport Transfers
- Tips & Gratuity
Day by day7 days · 1 cities
- Day 1
Welcome to Greece!
Welcome! Please be prepared to meet in the lobby at 5:30pm to depart for your welcome dinner. The dinner reservation time will be finalized closer to your trip date. If you plan on arriving today, we recommend flying into HER.
StayKnossos Beach★★★★★or similar5 nightsOvernight in Heraklion.
twin occupancy
MealsDinner - Day 2
Ancient Crete: Knossos & City Walk
Good morning to your first full day in Crete! Today you will visit Knossos Palace, an archeological site considered to be the oldest city in Europe. With your local Guide, you will spend time exploring and learning about its history. Please be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes. Afterwards, you will enjoy a public guided tour through Heraklion. Then, transfer back to the hotel for the remainder of the day.
- Knossos Palace Visit & Heraklion City TourThis morning, you will be transferred 15 minutes in a private coach to the site which many archaeologists consider Europe's oldest city. Upon arrival, you will have the chance to freely explore the ruins of the palace. Centuries ago, it was the center of a powerful civilization. Today it continues to inspire travelers with its ancient legends and still-palpable grandeur. Please be sure to wear comfortable shoes, as there will be areas where you will be walking on uneven terrain. Afterwards, you will enjoy a public guided tour through Heraklion, and free time for shopping and eating.09:00· 240 min· Heraklion, Crete, Greece
MealsBreakfastDinner - Day 3
Cretan Wine Tasting
After a leisurely breakfast, you will be transferred to the Cretan wine country. Upon arrival, you will be taken on a tour of the vineyards and then sit down to enjoy a wine tasting and a light snack. Please be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes. Afterwards, you will be transferred back to the hotel for the remainder of the day.
- Haralabakis Winery VisitMeet in the hotel lobby for a 35 minute transfer. Located on top of a hill in the heart of one of Greece's most beautiful wine-producing regions, this family winery offers the ideal tasting environment. Take a tour, then settle in and sample every variety to find your favorite—savoring the unique notes of minerality afforded by the fertile volcanic soil—while enjoying an unmatched view of the surrounding vineyards. You will enjoy three glasses of wine, accompanied with cheese and rusks.10:00· 240 min· Haralabakis Winery
MealsBreakfastDinner - Day 4
Mediterranean Sea Cruise
Today, you will be able to enjoy the morning at your leisure. In the late morning, you will be transferred to the marina for your private catamaran tour. Spend the afternoon cruising through the Mediterranean Sea. Please be sure to wear your bathing suit and bring comfortable shoes. You should also pack a towel, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses and a change of clothes. Afterwards, you will be transferred back to the hotel for the remainder of the day.
- Private Catamaran Cruise to Dia IslandTransfer 40 minutes to the marina, then set sail on a relaxing catamaran cruise from Heraklion to the uninhabited island of Dia, a hidden gem just off Crete’s northern coast. You'll sail 1 hour to the island, then drop anchor in the island’s crystal-clear waters and enjoy free time to swim, snorkel, sunbathe, or try stand-up paddleboarding in a peaceful, protected bay. Surrounded by nature and stunning sea views, this laid-back excursion offers the perfect escape from the bustle of the mainland. It's an ideal way to experience Crete’s natural beauty from the water. Lunch is included on board. Life jackets also included.09:30· 300 min· Crete, Greece
MealsBreakfastLunchDinner - Day 5
Island Leisure Time
Spend your last full day relaxing and exploring the island any way you would like! The day is yours to visit shops, try restaurants, and luxuriate in the all-encompassing peace of this legendary destination.
MealsBreakfastDinner - Day 6
Goodbye, Crete!
All good things must come to an end, but only until your next adventure! Enjoy a final breakfast and then make your own way onward. If departing directly from the hotel, we recommend flying out of HER.
MealsBreakfast
Common questions
How does this work?
You start the trip and pick possible dates. Friends commit by putting a card on file — $0 charged today. Once 8 friends commit and ops confirms, the trip locks in and we capture a 25% deposit. If we don't hit 8 in time, every hold is released and nothing happens.
When am I actually charged?
Only if the trip locks in (8 friends commit) AND TrovaTrip ops confirms the booking. Until then your card is just authorized — no money moves. At lock-in we capture a 25% deposit; the remainder is due ~60 days before departure, same as any TrovaTrip trip.
What if we don’t get enough friends to commit?
If we don’t hit 8 commitments before the window closes, every hold is released automatically. $0 charged, the trip just doesn’t happen.
Can I cancel after I commit?
Yes — anytime before lock-in your hold is released, no questions asked. After lock-in (and once the deposit is captured), standard TrovaTrip cancellation policy applies based on how close to departure you are.
Does the price change as more friends join?
On trips with group discounts, yes — the more friends commit, the lower everyone's price. The final price is set at lock-in based on the size of the group at that moment. Everyone pays the same.
What if I want different dates than the group?
When you commit you pick which of the proposed dates work for you. If the group lands on a date you can't do, your hold is released and you're under no obligation.
Who's actually running the trip?
TrovaTrip handles all the logistics — flights, hotels, guides, on-the-ground operator (Ertha (Europe Incoming) for this one). We've run thousands of group trips across 80+ countries. Once your group locks in, our ops team takes over and you get a real human point of contact.
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