Crete, Greece

The soul of Greece and birthplace of Zeus, the king of the Greek Gods, Crete is also home to the first civilized culture in Europe. The island has a soul that resonates in its dramatic landscape. Our Outdoor Adventure FitCation will explore from the impossibly blue water of Crete’s remote south coast to the highest peak on the island.

Dates: May 17 - 23, 2024

Payment: Beginning at $5,135. We offer payment installments.

Trip size: 7-14 people

Crete sample Itinerary

Day One — Your Arrival! 
Meet up at SanSal Boutique Hotel and leave the bulk of your luggage behind. We’ll be driven to a remote area on the South Coast and picked up by our private boat. Most of this area is only accessible by boat. You will feel the raw wildness of the landscape. We land at Marmara Beach and take a short hike up the spectacular Aradena Gorge, followed by lunch overlooking the Bay. You’ll have time to swim in the bluest water you’ve ever seen before we continue our hike to the charming town of Loutro. No need to worry about crowds! This town is only accessible by footpath or boat. We’ll have time to freshen up before our welcome dinner at one of the locals' favorite places.

Day Two
After a full arrival day, we’ll take the time to enjoy the beach. We’ll start the day with a vigorous workout to shake off the cobwebs and loosen up those tight muscles from yesterday's hikes. Then we’ll enjoy a day at the beach. Read a book, or grab a SUP and explore the sea caves and the remote south coast beaches. We’ll have a sunset stretching class with a view to die for before you enjoy dinner on your own at our hotel or in town. Allow the lapping of the Libyan Sea to lull you to sleep.

Day Three
We’ll get an early start to hike out of Loutro to Sweetwater Bay. You’ll get a chance to taste that sweet water and rinse the sweat off before we’re picked up by a water taxi. We’ll head back over the mountain in a luxury van with a stop for a rustic Greek lunch on the way. We’ll reunite with the rest of our luggage at SanSal Boutique Hotel in Chania and then have a wonderful local dinner. Sweet dreams!

Day Four
We’ll have a laid-back morning today, but our Lengthen and Strengthen class on the rooftop terrace will make you feel as long as the view. After breakfast, we’ll explore the Venetian town of Chania with an archeologist as our guide. Don’t be fooled by the “modern” 16th-century architecture, Chania has origins that go back 3,000 years to Minoan civilization. You’ll have some free time this afternoon to return to the shops we passed on our tour. Later in the afternoon, we’ll be picked up and shuttled off to dinner and wine tasting under the stars. Get some sleep because the next morning comes early!

Day Five
Today, we start early, as we have a mountain to climb. We’ll drive across the island with a stop to carbo-load some fabulous Greek pastries. We will embark on a 4-mile out-and-back hike to the highest peak of Crete, Pachness Peak. We’ll fuel up along the way and take a lot of time for pictures of the most epic view on the island. We’ll get back to Chania that evening in time for you to grab a quick dinner on your own or crawl into bed and order room service as you watch the sun drop into the Aegean Sea.

Day Six
We’ll make amends for our early morning yesterday with a slower morning today. A good long stretch will remedy those tired muscles. We might even pull off a seaside surprise for lunch! You’ll have some free time to freshen up or finish shopping for Greek textiles, spices, olive wood kitchen supplies, or other treasures. Later in the afternoon we’ll be swept off to our final adventure; a cooking lesson with dinner and dancing under the stars! Yes, there will be raki, wine, and beer too!

Day Seven
We’ll schedule a couple of rides for those of you heading to the airport. We’ll say “antio sas” and possibly or absolutely have one more shot of raki for the road. Some of you may find you want a little more of Crete, our partner Alma de Creta can help you delve deeper into the soul of Greece.

Your Hosts

Pre and Post FitCation Add-On Tours and Experiences

We’ve partnered with Alma de Creta for your pre and post-FitCation adventures. 

Alma de Creta is an independent boutique travel & tour agency in Chania, dedicated to helping curious travelers wander the island of Crete with ease. We specialize in tailored trips for individual and group travel as well as private tours led by experienced local guides. We can take care of all your travel arrangements from flights, ferry tickets, and transfers, combining them with amazingly unique accommodations, activities and excursions. We aim to provide you with a more holistic understanding and perception of our culture, creating memories and ensuring you will get the most out of your escape in Crete. As regional specialists, we wish to make you see Crete, differently.

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