8 Days botanical tour Crete
Day 1: Arrival in Chania
Arrive in Chania and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy an introduction to Crete’s flora and landscapes. Dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 2: Botanical Garden of Crete
Visit the Botanical Garden of Crete near Chania, showcasing the island’s rich flora, including endemic plants, herbs, and fruit trees. Walk along its scenic trails and learn about Mediterranean vegetation.
Day 3: Samaria Gorge or Agia Irini Gorge
Hike through Samaria Gorge or the shorter Agia Irini Gorge, both filled with endemic plants like Cretan dittany, oleanders, and wild herbs. Keep an eye out for unique shrubs and flowers.Day 3: Samaria Gorge or Agia Irini Gorge
Day 4: Cheese Making at Anogeia and Nida Plateau
Travel to Anogeia, where you’ll enjoy a traditional cheese-making experience followed by a delicious lunch.
Day 5: Kroustas Forest and Dikti Mountains
Explore Kroustas Forest, home to diverse wildflowers, including orchids and aromatic herbs. Later, head to the Dikti Mountains, known for alpine plants and unique landscapes.
Day 6: Elounda, Spinalonga & Olive Groves
Visit Spinalonga Island and Elounda, surrounded by olive groves and coastal wildflowers. Learn about the region’s history and enjoy olive oil tasting in a nearby estate.
Day 7: Peza Wine Region
Travel to the Peza region, known for its vineyards and traditional winemaking. Enjoy a tour of a local winery, savoring Cretan wine and learning about the grape varieties grown in this fertile land.
Day 8: Departure
Enjoy a morning visit to a local market to see fresh herbs and flowers before your departure from Heraklion.
