Family Holiday from Chania to Eastern Crete

Chania to Elounda

Best time to travel

May – Oct

Ideal length

10 nights

Perfect for

Families

From (incl flights)

€2,399 pp

At a glance

International return flights from Dublin to Chania.
10 nights’ luxury family accommodation in Chania and Elounda.
Private airport transfers and three days' pre-arranged car rental.
In Chania, little tots will enjoy painting classes and teepee sleepovers, while parents can unwind at the spa or on the private beach.
While in Elounda, relax by the pool or beach, indulge in a luxury spa treatment and enjoy outstanding in-resort dining.

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Introduction

Crete is the birthplace of Europe’s earliest civilisations, a fantastic destination for families looking to combine beachside luxury with ancient discovery. On this suggested itinerary, embark on a self-drive holiday that starts in Chania and finishes in Elounda. We’ve arranged three days of car rental, allowing you to explore the sites that most interest you, whether it be the pink sands of Elafonisi Beach or the labyrinth ruins of Knossos Palace.

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Trip Overview

Depart from Dublin to Chania.

You will be met on arrival and privately transferred to a luxury beach resort where you will spend five nights.

Explore the island at leisure as we deliver your pre-arranged car rental to your hotel.

We’ve arranged three days of car rental during your stay, so you can all enjoy exploring the island of Crete at your leisure.

Relax and unwind in your luxury seaside resort.

Little tots will enjoy painting classes and teepee sleepovers, while parents can unwind at the spa or on the private beach.

Set out for Eastern Crete.

Embark on a scenic self-drive journey from Chania to Elounda. Arrive in your luxury hotel where you’ll spend five nights.

Enjoy beachside relaxation and water sports with views over Spinalonga Island.

Enjoy family-time by the pool, at the beach and in the surrounding area. In the evenings, dine on a variety of cuisines including traditional Cretan and Japanese-Peruvian Nikkei cuisine.

Privately transfer to the international airport.

Arrive in Dublin.

Tailoring your holiday

OROKO Itineraries are created with you in mind and no two are the same. These can be used to help plan your trip - or we can design a completely different itinerary to suit you.

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Accommodation

Where to rest your head

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Domes of Elounda, Autograph Collection

With views over the UNESCO-protected Spinalonga Island and its Venetian Castle, the award-winning Domes of Elounda takes up prime position along Crete’s coast. Interiors of the village-style resort are decorated with natural materials and sleek black accents.

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Domes Zeen Chania, A Luxury Collection Resort

Domes Zeen is a contemporary hotel just outside of Chania’s old town. The glamorous boutique property is set within Mediterranean gardens and framed by rising mountains and the glistening sea.

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What people are saying

“We booked our holiday only 2 weeks before departure. We prefer holidays where we visit multiple locations. So OROKO organised a Greek odyssey for us, Athens and two islands, over 12 days. Everything was perfectly curated for us. 5 star hotels, transfers, check-ins for flights and ferries, tour guides, restaurant recommendations etc. We were able to turn our brains off and truly relax in these gorgeous hotels and locations. Thank you to Delwyn in OROKO, who looked after us.”

Niamh – Greece, 2024