Apokoronas hidden roads van tour with cheese-making and tastings

Heraklion airport VIP service and lounge

Make your wait at the airport a breeze with our VIP airport service. Avoid all the usual hassle as you're fast tracked through check-in and security to enjoy unlimited drinks, snacks, Wi-Fi and more in the exclusive departure lounge. An altogether more relaxed way to round off your stay.Greeted at Heraklion Airport's departure terminal, the VIP service sees you sail through check-in and security with our fast track pass – giving you more time to take advantage of the comfortable VIP lounge and all its benefits.Inside, you've access to complimentary coffee, tea, water, soft drinks and snacks, as well as selected alcoholic beverages too. What's more, there's unlimited free Wi-Fi and access to TV, magazines and newspapers, allowing you to relax right up to take off.

Acqua Plus Water Park with transfer from Heraklion & Rethymno

Some call it ‘the spinner', others ‘the toilet' – it's actually the Spacebowl. Whatever you call it, you're in for an experience that'll leave you feeling flushed. Acqua Plus is that sort of waterpark. If you're looking for adrenaline-pumping fun or some rest while the kids go wild, this is the place for you.

Full-day southern Crete 4x4 adventure with swim stop

Sun, scenery and off‑road adventure set the pace for this full‑day tour. You'll start at Kourtaliotiko Gorge where some epic clifftop views are waiting, before heading up to Agio Paisios Chapel to look out over Damnoni and the south Cretan bays. From here, you'll continue off-road through traditional villages, winding lanes and rugged trails. Then, after a photo stop at another hilltop viewpoint, you'll follow the trail to Mikri Triopetra – a quiet little bay that's perfect for swimming, some downtime and a tasty Cretan snack.

Apokoronas hidden roads van tour with cheese-making and tastings

You'll roll through nine tucked-away Apokoronas villages well off the tourist radar on this full-day tour, cruising along back roads lined with olive groves, stone houses and mountain views. You'll pause at the Holy Mary of Two Rocks Church, which is hidden between two natural rock formations, before heading to Arevitis for a taste of rural Cretan life. At a shepherd's farm, you'll wander the garden, try your hand at cheese-making, sample local snacks and raki – a traditional Cretan spirit – and hear stories that bring the island's rural side to life.

Sunset luxury catamaran cruise to Elafonisi Bay from Paleochora

Elafonisi Bay is known in Crete for its pinkish sands, bright-blue water and knee-deep lagoons. It's one of those really picturesque spots that people consider a real highlight to their holiday to Crete. And on this outing, you'll sail there in style on board a luxury catamaran. On board you'll have unlimited drinks to keep you cool and refreshed. Plus, a variety of Cretan snacks and sushi are on the menu. Throughout the trip, your skipper will also drop anchor so you can get plenty of swimming, snorkelling and paddle-boarding in – equipment for the latter two is included.

Luxury cruise to Elafonisi and Kedrodasos Bays from Paleochora

Elafonisi Bay is a spot that's known in Crete for its pinkish sands and knee-deep water, while Kedrodasos Bay is regarded as one of the island's best hidden beaches. You'll visit both of them on this day-long cruise on board a catamaran. At each place, you'll have time to swim, snorkel and relax. On board the boat, you can expect a health-focused menu to pick from for lunch – the whole thing's been designed by a certified nutritionist.

Sunset luxury catamaran cruise to Elafonisi Bay from Paleochora – ticket only

Elafonisi Bay is known in Crete for its pinkish sands, bright-blue water and knee-deep lagoons. It's one of those really picturesque spots that people consider a real highlight to their holiday to Crete. And on this outing, you'll sail there in style on board a luxury catamaran. On board you'll have unlimited drinks to keep you cool and refreshed. Plus, a variety of Cretan snacks and sushi are on the menu. Throughout the trip, your skipper will also drop anchor so you can get plenty of swimming, snorkelling and paddle-boarding in – equipment for the latter two is included.

Luxury cruise to Elafonisi and Kedrodasos Bays from Paleochora – ticket only

Elafonisi Bay is a spot that's known in Crete for its pinkish sands and knee-deep water, while Kedrodasos Bay is regarded as one of the island's best hidden beaches. You'll visit both of them on this day-long cruise on board a catamaran. At each place, you'll have time to swim, snorkel and relax. On board the boat, you can expect a health-focused menu to pick from for lunch – the whole thing's been designed by a certified nutritionist.

Afternoon Balos catamaran cruise in Crete

Ease into the afternoon with a chilled glass of Prosecco and a selection of canapes on board a fancy catamaran. You'll set sail to Balos Lagoon, known for its pink sand and turquoise waters, where you can swim, snorkel or unwind on deck with a cocktail in hand. After this, enjoy a few light bites as the Cretan sunset steals the spotlight. You can choose the Comfort option on the lower deck with open seating, or you can opt for VIP Flybridge upper deck access with your own sunbed, towel and a personalised waiter service.

Balos and Gramvousa catamaran cruise in Crete

Cruise in style on a luxury catamaran with two ticket choices. There's the comfort option on the lower deck with open seating, or choose the VIP option to access get on the upper deck where your own sunbed and personalised service is waiting. You'll set sail from Kissamos Port with coffee and a light brunch before an anchor drop at Balos, where you can swim, snorkel or relax on deck with a cocktail. Next, you'll check out Gramvousa Island's Venetian fortress and lagoon before enjoying a Mediterranean lunch, some R&R and a final toast on the way back to the port.