Wellness in Crete & Santorini

Welcome to Greece! Your journey starts in Crete, Greece’s largest island and one of the most iconic destinations in the Mediterranean. Upon arrival at Heraklion International Airport, you will be transferred to your hotel to spend the afternoon enjoying the amenities at the property.
Finish the first day with an à la carte dinner as you take in the beautiful scenery surrounding you.

Start your day with a wellness class and a leisurely breakfast while enjoying the hotel amenities. Late in the morning, you’ll depart for an interactive cooking experience in the traditional village of Arolithos. After a guided tour, you’ll get acquainted with Cretan folklore culture, learn about local ingredients and recipes, and sample your own homemade delicacies.
After lunch, spend the afternoon enjoying the amenities at the hotel and enjoy the rest of the evening at leisure with dinner at the property.

After a wellness activity and breakfast at your hotel, spend the rest of the morning at leisure enjoying the pool and nature that surrounds you. Later in the morning, you'll depart to visit the 3,500-year-old Minoan palace of Knossos, a sprawling maze of royal chambers, grand staircases, storerooms, and workshops. This evocative Bronze Age site is believed to be Europe’s oldest city. A professional English-speaking guide will escort you on this visit as you step back in time.

From there, you’ll head toward Heraklion city center, where you’ll enjoy a city tour followed by free time to explore on your own. In the late afternoon, return to the hotel to relax by the pool and take in the surrounding nature before dinner at the property featuring local cuisine.

Start your day with a morning wellness activity and a leisurely breakfast. Afterward, transfer to the small fishing village of Bali, where you can take in the beautiful beaches and coastline of Crete. Later in the afternoon, board a 3-hour catamaran cruise and experience the island from a fresh perspective. The beautiful coastline and majestic blue waters will leave you awestruck as you take in the cool ocean breeze. Enjoy drinks, snacks, and fruit on the boat, along with snorkeling equipment. Enjoy the rest of the evening at leisure with dinner at the property featuring local cuisine.

Early in the morning, you’ll head to the port to catch a ferry to Santorini, one of the most iconic islands in the Mediterranean.

Upon arrival, you’ll visit Pyrgos, a charming traditional village where you’ll have free time to explore its picturesque streets and enjoy lunch at your leisure. Next, you’ll transfer to Santo Winery for a wine-tasting experience. Learn about Santorini’s unique volcanic wine production before savoring a selection of local wines while taking in breathtaking panoramic views of the island.

After checking in at the hotel, spend the remainder of the evening at leisure enjoying the hotel facilities.

After breakfast and a morning wellness activity, the morning is yours to enjoy at leisure. Explore the area or relax at the hotel. Each room offers a private plunge pool or hot tub, and the town of Imerovigli is only a 5-minute walk from the hotel. Later in the afternoon, you’ll begin a hike along the rim of the famous caldera to picturesque Oia, passing white stone houses and stunning views along the way. Linger on Oia’s artsy streets until evening for some of the best sunset views on the island, then enjoy dinner on your own. Transportation is provided from Oia back to the hotel at night, where you’ll enjoy the rest of the evening at leisure.

Today, you’ll enjoy a morning at leisure after your wellness activity to relax and explore the towns of Fira, Imerovigli, or Oia.
There are several shops and restaurants close by, or you can enjoy the amenities on the property, which include a pool, gym, and spa.
Later this evening, join the group for your farewell dinner at a local restaurant in Fira to enjoy traditional dishes and toast the end of your wellness retrea

It’s time to say farewell to Greece! Today, you’ll enjoy one more breakfast and wellness activity in Santorini before your transfer to Santorini International Airport for your flight home.