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Women-Only Crete Small Group Tour
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Join a women-only small group tour of Crete, Greece designed for travelers who value slow travel. Enjoy fewer hotel changes, daily free time, and intimate groups; you’ll experience Greece at a pace that lets you truly connect with both the destination and the women beside you.
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How It Works
Reserve a Spot
To join these group tours, a non-refundable deposit of €500 is required at the time of booking.
Make Payments
Set up your payment installments or pay in full. The trip must be paid in full 45 days prior to departure.
Bon voyage!
Prepare for your trip! We will send you travel details and add you to our group chat and private group webpage.
Our Itinerary
What We’re Doing
Day One
Arrival in Heraklion
Arrive in Heraklion and get in your private transfer to our centrally located hotel. Get refreshed and ready to meet our group for a welcome cocktail and dinner!
Day Two
Palace of Knossos & Transfer to Chania
We start the day today around 8:30, and it is all about the Palace of Knossos. We will make a private guided visit to the archeological site and learn all about the history of Heraklion.
After our tour, our private transfer will take us from Heraklion to Chania, where we will base ourselves for 5 nights.
Upon arrival, we will have a short guided tour of the Venetian harbor by an archaeologist.
Day Three
Food Tour & Free Time
We start the day around 10 am by eating our way through the old town of Chania.
Our private guide will take us to all the best local spots in Chania for a variety of local Greek foods.
After our tour that ends around 1 pm, you are free to shop, relax, or hit the beach!
Day Four
Balos Bay Boat Day
We start the day around 9:00 AM by boarding a private speedboat that will take us straight to Gramvoussa island for a swim.
Then we will head over to the famous Balos Bay for more swimming and a homemade lunch on board the boat.
We will return to Chania around 5 PM, where you are free to wander and explore or join our optional dinner.
Day five
Winery Visit & Lunch
Today we’ll discover some of western Crete’s best food, wine, and olive oil. We’ll begin at the Cave of Saint John the Hermit, where we’ll explore the cave and historic churches before tasting the famous holy water.
Next, we’ll visit the award-winning Biolea Estate for a traditional olive oil tasting overlooking the Cretan countryside, with a stop to see one of the world’s oldest olive trees.
We’ll end the day with Cretan wine, enjoying tastings at both Karavitakis and Manousakis Wineries, including a private cellar tour and a leisurely lunch of authentic local cuisine.
Day six
Cooking Experience in the White Mountains
Today we’ll enjoy an authentic hands-on Cretan cooking class in the countryside.
Guided by local hosts, we’ll prepare traditional Cretan recipes using fresh, local ingredients while learning about the island’s culinary traditions.
Afterward, we’ll sit down together to enjoy the delicious meal we’ve created, paired with local wine and warm Cretan hospitality.
Day seven
Travel to Rethymno & Food Tour
Today we head to our next destination: beautiful Rethymno!
After checking into our boutique hotel, you’ll have free time to settle in and explore the charming Old Town at your own pace.
This evening, we’ll come together for a guided walking food tour, sampling a variety of local flavors and cuisines while discovering Rethymno’s vibrant culinary scene.
Day eight
Catamaran Day With BBQ Lunch
Spend the day sailing along the beautiful coast of Rethymno aboard a spacious luxury catamaran. Relax on comfortable sunbeds or shaded lounge areas as you take in the stunning scenery.
Throughout the cruise, enjoy exceptional service from the professional crew, complimentary espresso and refreshing drinks, plus an open bar with unlimited wine, beer, and soft drinks.
A gourmet Mediterranean lunch, prepared onboard by the chef using fresh local ingredients, completes this unforgettable day at sea.
Day nine
Return to Heraklion & Farewell Dinner
Enjoy a relaxing morning in Rethymno with free time to explore, shop, or simply soak up the atmosphere before we head to Heraklion later this afternoon.
After checking into our hotel, you’re welcome to join an optional 90-minute self-guided audio walking tour to discover Heraklion’s history and landmarks.
This evening, we’ll come together one last time for our farewell dinner to celebrate an unforgettable week in Crete.
Day ten
Farewell
Today is the day we all head our separate ways. Breakfast will be available at the hotel.
the Hotels
Where We’re Staying
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What’s Included
Pricing
Inclusions
Exclusions
Pricing
- €5,399 for Single Occupancy
- €4,399 for Double Occupancy
- Includes €500 Non-Refundable Fee
- Payment Plans Available
What They’re Saying
The trip was perfect. All the excursions were well planned and appealed to all the different individuals in our group. Our travel guide, Melissa, even added a personal touch by planning the naming ceremony/activity.
The day on a private boat was magical. I never imagined myself swimming in caves and exploring quaint seaside villages. The trip exceeded my expectations.
Melissa did a great job on planning a wonderful trip for us. She had all our accommodations made, which were prefect. Day trips were planned and were all amazing. Melissa was very easy to communicate with and responded quickly to any questions I had. The trip was seamless. Meet some wonderful women that I now can say are friends. Would absolutely book another trip with Melissa in a minute, actually planning one for next year. Best decision I could have made.
This is my THIRD trip with Melissa…I think that says it all!!!
This was my second time in Greece with Melissa, only one year later. I definitely fell in love with this country the first time, and I plan to go back and visit another part. The water, the food, the weather, the charm, and history.
It’s all mesmerizing. And I’m certainly happy for all the new and continued friendships. Booking my first trip to Greece in 2025 has been one of the best decisions of my life!
Great balance of activities around food, history, exploring the islands and cities, as well as downtime to relax and refresh. Melissa did a great job of making everyone feel comfortable and a part of the group. And I love how she communicated so much before the trip so we all knew what to pack and what to expect each day. I’d totally Recommend her trips!
I’ve always wanted to go to Greece and this was the perfect opportunity as a single woman.
Melissa is a gem. She plans every aspect of the trip with care, has a lovely spirit, and truly enjoys the trip and experience with the group. I’m so glad I found her group trips on Tiktok.
Memories that last, new friends, and a wonderful experience.
I would give this trip ten stars if I could. Everything was so well organized. It was the perfect balance of planned activities and free time. We stayed at boutique hotels that had personality. We dined at a number of great restaurants. We were spoiled with boat trips, wine tastings and jeep tours.
I can’t say enough wonderful things about how Melissa conducted this trip. It was the vacation of my dreams.
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Got Questions?
Food in Greece is more reasonably priced than in other European countries. You can find the average price of an entree around 12 to 15 euros in some traditional Greek Restaurants.
Generally, I have experienced:
Fine dining: €40+ per person for a meal at upscale restaurants.
Budget meals: €10-€15 per person at casual or street food places.
Mid-range restaurants: €20-€30 per person for a meal with a drink.
Often times when paying in a large group it is required to have some cash. Most restaurants only allow for one credit card to be used when paying the bill.
For a 10-day trip to Greece, aim to pack light but versatile. Consider:
- 4-5 tops (mix of short sleeves and a long sleeve)
- 3-4 bottoms (shorts/skirts and pants)
- 1-2 dresses (if applicable)
- 1 light jacket or sweater for cooler evenings
- Swimsuit
- Undergarments for 9 days
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sandals/flip-flops
- Sun hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen
- Minimal toiletries (travel-sized)
- Any necessary adapters/chargers
- A daypack for excursions
Remember, most accommodations offer laundry services or facilities, allowing you to re-wear items. Stick to a color scheme for easy mixing and matching.
While a shared would would have 2 mattresses, often times these mattresses are pushed together like seen below..
We typically recommend you arrive 1 day early depending on where you are traveling from. In this case, you will need to arrange for your own accommodations for that early arrival date.
YES! Each day there is almost always time for you to explore on your own! We prioritize balancing time for yourself along with an organized activity!
Meet Your Host!
I’m Melissa
Your go-to girl for all things travel
I’ve traveled to over 40 countries solo! And I’m passionate about helping you explore the world.
My favorite part about traveling is trying the local food, taking photographs, and making new friends!
I’m a big believer that anyone can achieve their goals if they are willing to work at it!
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