Heraklion, 8 days - From Larnaca
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Heraklion, Greece

Heraklion, 8 days - From Larnaca

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Created: Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Ref ID: 4095876
price per person From
638 €
Based on 2 adults
Created: Tuesday, July 4, 2023

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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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06 Jul
Transport from Larnaca to Heraklion
Departure
Aegean Airlines
Aegean Airlines Aegean Airlines - A3469
6:30 PM - Larnaca, Larnaca (LCA)
8:00 PM - Heraklion, Nikos Kazantzakis (HER)
Nonstop Fare: Light
Transport:  A3469
Cabin Class: Economy
Fare Name: Light
06 Jul
Accomodation
7 Nights
Marirena 6 Nice
GAZI,HERAKLION,CRETE - At 5.8 km from the centerROOM ONLYAndrea Papandreou And Naxou 8 , Ammoudara, 120, GAZI,HERAKLION,CRETE 71414 Double room - free wifi
The small, comfortable Marirena Hotel is conveniently located in the lively holiday resort of Ammoudara, 4 km west of Heraklion and only 100 metres from the beautiful and seemingly endless sandy beach. The hotel offers a variety of services and amenities including a restaurant with Cretan and Mediterranean dishes, prepared with self-produced olive oil. In the hotel's vicinity, guests will find numerous shops and entertainment venues such as a multiplex. Heraklion with its picturesque old town and the world-famous Palace of Knossos can be reached within a short drive.
13 Jul
Transport from Heraklion to Larnaca
Return
Aegean Airlines
Aegean Airlines Aegean Airlines - A3468
4:30 PM - Heraklion, Nikos Kazantzakis (HER)
5:45 PM - Larnaca, Larnaca (LCA)
Nonstop Fare: Light
Transport:  A3468
Cabin Class: Economy
Fare Name: Light
price per person From
638 €
Based on 2 adults
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