Greece with Thrifter Junker Vintage Hunter

Tonight, take a short walk to dinner with your group! Your welcome dinner is included at a local taverna. Dinner is a set menu of Greek cuisine consisting of: Family style shared starters, choice of 1 main dish, dessert, and 1 glass of wine or 1 beer or 1 soft drink. Water and bread are also included. Final menu and restaurant to be determined.

No big plans tonight—just vibes. After we finish our meal, let’s head back to the hotel lounge (or a nearby café/bar) for a casual nightcap. It’s the perfect chance to unwind, swap first impressions, and get to know each other before the adventure really takes off tomorrow. Totally optional, totally chill—come as you are, grab a drink, and let’s ease into Greece together. 🍷✨

Overnight in Heraklion

Greek Continental buffet breakfast at the hotel is included. A typical Greek Continental breakfast usually includes: Coffee, tea, bread, jams, honey, yogurt, milk, croissant, cake, cereals, seasonal fruits, eggs, cold cuts, bacon and sausages (above items can vary).

Depart your hotel and transfer 15 minutes for your archeological tour. Perhaps one of the most famous stories from Crete, visit the site and see where Knossos stood 3,000 years ago. Admission into the site is included. The vast labyrinth stretched beneath your feet, hiding the terrible Minotaur and all who challenged the king. This tour includes walking on uneven and unpaved ground for roughly half a mile. After time with your guide, you will be able to explore on your own.

Continue your day with a visit to the Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Admission into the museum is included. The Heraklion Archaeological Museum is one of the oldest and most remarkable museums in Greece. It prides itself for its unique Minoan collection, which includes the masterpieces of Minoan art. You will have 1 hour 30 minutes to explore the museum at your own pace.

Take a private transfer to Rethymno. Stops for the restroom and snacks will be made along the way as needed.

After a full day of legends, museums, and soaking up the sunshine, let’s end the evening together in Rethymno. After dinner, we’ll meet up for a casual stroll through the Old Town—lantern-lit streets, seaside vibes, maybe even a little gelato or ouzo if you’re feeling adventurous. 🌙✨ Nothing structured, just time to wander, chat, and enjoy the Greek night air with your new travel crew.

Overnight in Rethymno

Greek Continental buffet breakfast at the hotel is included. A typical Greek Continental breakfast usually includes: Coffee, tea, bread, jams, honey, yogurt, milk, croissant, cake, cereals, seasonal fruits, eggs, cold cuts, bacon and sausages (above items can vary).

After breakfast, meet your private drivers and Jeeps at the hotel for a half day of exploring Crete! There will be 4-6 people per vehicle. Rumble along remote roads in the gorgeous Rethymno region, passing landmarks like Prasses Gorge and Potamon Dam and stopping to swim in the Mediterranean Sea. The route is approximately 60 miles.

Enjoy an included lunch at a local restaurant during the Jeep Safari. Lunch typically consists of several traditional starters, meat and potatoes from the oven (including a vegetarian option), unlimited local Cretan wine, and bottled water. Exact lunch time and location are subject to traffic and weather conditions this day -- your drivers will advise on the day of the activity.

A picturesque palm beach, stop for a visit and go for a swim! You will have 1 hour to relax and explore before heading back for the remainder of the day. Please do not forget to pack a swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses and water.

What a day! After bouncing through Crete’s gorges, palm forests, and beaches, let’s slow things down. Tonight we’ll keep it cozy with a low-key game night / storytelling hangout back at the hotel lounge. Bring your favorite travel tales (or funniest Jeep moment of the day 👀), and we’ll have cards, dice, and maybe even a round of “Would You Rather: Greek Edition.” Snacks, laughs, and a chance to just kick back together—no schedule, just good company. 🎲🍷🌙

Overnight in Rethymno

Greek Continental buffet breakfast at the hotel is included. A typical Greek Continental breakfast usually includes: Coffee, tea, bread, jams, honey, yogurt, milk, croissant, cake, cereals, seasonal fruits, eggs, cold cuts, bacon and sausages (above items can vary).

In the early afternoon, you will check out of your hotel and transfer 30 minutes to the beautiful Argyroupolis Waterfalls. Before a delicious lunch at one of the local restaurants, you will have time to explore on your own, marvel at the springs and take photos.

Enjoy an included lunch at a local taverna by the Argyroupolis Waterfalls. Lunch is a set menu of local Cretan cuisine consisting of: Family style shared starters, choice of 1 main dish, dessert and 1 glass of wine or 1 beer or 1 soft drink. Water and bread are also included. Final menu and restaurant to be determined.

After lunch take a private transfer to Chania. Stops for the restroom and snacks will be made along the way as needed.

Welcome to Chania! After settling in and enjoying dinner, let’s gather for a rooftop (or harbor-side) nightcap with a view of the Venetian lighthouse. 🌙✨ Tonight is all about soaking up Chania’s atmosphere—string lights, sea breeze, and maybe a glass of local wine or raki. If you’re up for it, we can take a short evening wander through the Old Town alleys to see the glow of the shops and cafés at night. Totally chill, totally optional, but the perfect way to ease into our first evening in this beautiful city. 🍷🌊

Overnight in Chania

Greek Continental buffet breakfast at the hotel is included. A typical Greek Continental breakfast usually includes: Coffee, tea, bread, jams, honey, yogurt, milk, croissant, cake, cereals, seasonal fruits, eggs, cold cuts, bacon and sausages (above items can vary).

Meeting in the hotel lobby, you will begin exploring the town of Chania and tasting local delicacies. On your private walking tour, your guide will show you the highlights of the city and explain the various influences that have impacted the architecture and the city itself. Afterwards, you will have a much better understanding of the local life and the Cretan cuisine. The number of tastings will be confirmed in your final itinerary. You will be walking on pedestrian streets and paved roads for approximately 1.5 miles. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and pack a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen as needed.

Savor a flavorful afternoon with a private tour dedicated to two of the region’s finest offerings: olive oil and wine. Begin with a 40-minute drive to a local olive mill, where you’ll learn about traditional harvesting and production methods while sampling a selection of artisanal olive oils, vinegars, and spreads. Then continue just 20 minutes onward to a nearby winery, where a guided tasting of five regional wines awaits before you return to your hotel.

Chania is even more magical at night, and after dinner we’ll lean into it with a little Greek music & dance night. 💃🎶 If there’s live music nearby, we’ll pop in for some local sounds, or gather as a group for a casual round of “learn a Greek dance step” together (don’t worry—it’s way more about laughs than talent). For those who’d rather keep it chill, sip a glass of wine, nibble on dessert, and just soak in the atmosphere. Tonight is about feeling the rhythm of Crete and making memories together. 🌙🍷✨

Overnight in Chania

Greek Continental buffet breakfast at the hotel is included. A typical Greek Continental breakfast usually includes: Coffee, tea, bread, jams, honey, yogurt, milk, croissant, cake, cereals, seasonal fruits, eggs, cold cuts, bacon and sausages (above items can vary).

Cheers to an amazing adventure! Enjoy an included farewell dinner at a local taverna, with a set menu consisting of: Family style shared starters, choice of 1 main dish, dessert and 1 glass of wine or 1 beer or 1 soft drink. Water and bread are also included. Final menu and restaurant to be determined. Roundtrip transfers are included.

This morning, you will be privately transferred to the dock for a boat tour. This shared cruise takes you to Gramvousa, where you will have the chance to observe geological phenomena, sea caves and beautiful waters. Upon arrival at Gramvousa Island, you will have time to walk up to the Venetian castle or spend your time swimming and sunbathing. Your next stop is Balos, one of the most beautiful places on earth! Here you will have the privilege of swimming in the shallow and warm lagoon waters. For today, please be sure to pack comfortable walking shoes, a hat, bathing suit, towel, sunscreen, water and snacks. You can also bring a change of clothes if you'd like. After returning to the dock, you will be transferred back to the hotel where you will have time to relax on your own before the farewell dinner.

After our farewell dinner, let’s keep the evening going with a memory circle & toast. 🥂 We’ll gather in a cozy spot—whether that’s the hotel lounge, a beachside terrace, or even by the water—to share our favorite moments from the trip. Bring a story, a laugh, or just raise a glass to new friendships and adventures. No structure, no rush—just one last chance to soak up the magic of Greece together before we head home. 🌙💙

Overnight in Chania

Greek Continental buffet breakfast at the hotel is included. A typical Greek Continental breakfast usually includes: Coffee, tea, bread, jams, honey, yogurt, milk, croissant, cake, cereals, seasonal fruits, eggs, cold cuts, bacon and sausages (above items can vary).