ALTERNATIVE TOURISM SERVICES

ALTERNATIVE TOURISM SERVICES

ABOUT US GS Tours Ltd is a travel and tourism company with long experience and dynamic presence in Crete s travel industry. Our primary goal, since 1990, is to serve our clients in a special way and at the meantime, make more known the cultural and natural elements of our island. Aiming at continuously improving our position in the market, we follow the international trends in servicing and travel technology, with the contribution of our partnerships. Our company is an authorized partner of GS Travel SA (IATA HATTA-P.E.T.A.GA.-HAPCO and ISTAA member). Our services are certified pursuant to ISO 9001:2008. GS Tours Ltd is also a partner of Region of Crete and member of Western Crete Travel Agencies Association. On 2015, GS Tours developed an innovative project named fabulouscrete.com. Fabulous Crete was created with the aim and hope of introducing and bringing the visitors of Crete in touch with the genuine Cretan culture and civilization. The various services we provide cover a wide range of alternative tourism. Our goal is to introduce the Cretan lifestyle and way of thinking to those who visiting our island.

OUR SERVICES AND TOURS We mainly offer the best services in the fields below, providing complete travel solutions to our customers. Our services include: Incoming Tourism Services, Leisure Travel, Alternative Tourism, Exclusive Luxury Travel Services. For second year in a row we received the Certificate of Excellence from the world s largest travel community Trip Advisor as we have received 97% of excellent reviews of our clients. We offer over 100 activities which satisfy our customers with various interests in different kinds of activities: SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES HIKING, CYCLING, OUTDOOR ADVENTURES CRUISES AND SEA ADVENTURES CULTURAL AND HISTORICAL HERITAGE Our services also include: Unique holiday packages Talor made services Transfer services CITY TOURS AND SIGHTSEEING WINE AND GASTRONOMY EXPERIENCES

Wine Tours An amazing way to explore Crete is by visiting its Mainland, getting to know about Cretan culture, traditions, local gastronomy and wine. Our wine tours, which combine Cretan wine tasting in local wineries and exploration of Cretan culture and gastronomy will let you to see Crete in the most unique way. We offer more than six wine tour options that will let you to choose the most suitable one - revealing secrets of wine and olive oil, local cheese making process, vineyards, vine-harvesting, visiting unique monasteries, having lunch in traditional tavern and eating like a local. During our wine tours you will explore the Mainland of Crete, Cretan villages, local way of life, hospitality of the locals and places that are not crowded with tourists, however, are real hidden treasures. Whole Year group / group

Cooking Lessons Cooking lessons are the highlight of Fabulous Crete tours. Our cooking lessons take place in the Mainland of Crete in beautiful Cretan village, surrounded by White Mountains and in a traditional Cretan house, which reminds a folklore museum. During the tour, you can learn not only how to prepare tasty traditional dishes but also to explore the traditions, lifestyle and culture of Crete. You will pick up fresh vegetables just from our garden, learn how to prepare traditional Cretan dishes like ntakos, gemista, tzatziki, take a walk in the nature and explore local herbs, flora, olive trees. Gathered all together near the table we will taste our prepared dishes, Cretan wine just like locals do, and enjoy each other s company, in this way letting this tour to become the highlight of your trip. Whole Year group / group / Rethymno s

Trikke Tours Explore the most beautiful sights and flower decorated neighbourhoods of with Trikke! Trikkes are brand new electric vehicles which have recently appeared in the transportation industry. They are safe, environmental friendly, smart, fun in use and perfectly suitable for adults and children. We offer wonderful guided Trikke city tours around the old town of our city of. You will be able to choose one of our five Trikke tours options according to your needs. You can choose to have a shorter or longer duration tours, city tours including a visit to the most famous museums of the town and tours during those you will be able to explore not only the old town of but also the Cretan cuisine and culture. Whole Year group city

Walking Tours Cretan cities are well known for historical sights and gorgeous architecture. There are streets, buildings, high spots, neighborhoods, monuments that only locals know. We offer several tour options in different areas of city where travelers can admire incredible flower decorated neighborhoods, learn about Cretan history, mythology and traditions from our guide. We will walk together on the stone paths where the Venetians, the Ottomans and the old Cretans used to live and work and we will hear the stories behind it. Our tours end in traditional Cretan tavern where we will enjoy local lunch and eat just like locals do. Whole Year group / group city

Cultural and Historical Heritage Tours Crete is full of culture, historical heritage and ancient sights that attract travelers all around the word. Join us in one of our cultural tours to explore the richness of Cretan culture. We offer more than five different cultural tours around Crete. With us you can explore the ancient Knossos palace, WWII Battle of Crete fields and cemeteries, historical villages of Eleftherna, Arkadi, Margarites, where you will be able to learn about the art of pottery. Also we organise tours to Apokoronas area where we explore Cretan traditions, folklore, cheese making process and culture in seven villages of this area. If you are willing to explore the Mainland of Rethymno, you can join us in a cultural eco trip where you will have an opportunity to explore traditional arts, gastronomy, visit beautiful monasteries, hike near the peak of Psiloritis the highest mountain in Crete. Whole Year group / group / Rethymno / Heraklion s

Hiking Tours Crete is known for its diverse landscapes and backbone mountains. Within the mountains there are numerous cave systems, steep and rocky gorges, and large areas of plateau or 'basins' surrounded by mountains which every year attract a lot of visitors willing to explore the beauty of mountainous landscape of Crete and its flora. With us you can hike in the most notable gorge in Crete the Samaria Gorge, which is the second longest in Europe (16 kilometers). In the gorge you can explore stunning views of the mountains, wildflowers and plants, small churches. For ones that wish to hike in a shorter gorge we offer hiking in Imbros gorge (8 kilometres) which is just as spectacular as Samaria Gorge. Enjoy breathtaking nature landscapes, panoramic views, swim in clear South Crete waters and explore the wild and mountainous side of Crete! Whole Year group / group

Horse Riding Exploring the Cretan countryside has innumerable highlights. Touring the nature paths can be the most beautiful and extraordinary experience whilst galloping on a friendly, noble creature. Following the ancient inland paths on horseback we discover the most relaxing and serene scenery. Whilst galloping on our horse we experience a unique adventure. We ride along beautiful sceneries of Kournas lake, sandy beach, natural paths while enjoying the early morning freshness or the evening sunset. You can choose one of our horse riding tours depending on your horse riding skills. We have options for beginners, intermediate or advanced riders, also children. The memories of this guided experience on horseback, wandering the vast countryside, will remain forever a special memory and will surely win a place in your heart. Summer, Spring, Autumn group

Jeep Safari Tours Explore the Cretan mainland with special expedition Land Rovers, and the most experienced, knowledgeable guides for private guiding and tours. Jeep safari is a great way to explore Crete at your own pace. Ideal for individuals and small groups, our tours allow you to enjoy one of our carefully planned tours while leaving a rigid schedule behind. You can choose from more than eight Jeep Safari tour options depending on your interest. You can explore the landscape of White Mountains, enjoy the view of Samaria Gorge from above, have an adventurous ride during the night. If you wish to explore the Cretan culture and gastronomy, you can choose tour option during which you will learn about Cretan cuisine, wine, vineyards, cheese making process, Cretan olives, knives and many more. Live unique experiences in Crete with a Jeep Safari ride! Whole Year group / group

Cycling Tours Crete is a true El Dorado for cyclists. Greece's largest island spoils weekend pedal pushers, leisure bikers, cross-country-cruisers, adrenaline addicted downhillers and altimeter hunters alike. Guided Bike Trekking Tours and sporting Mountain bike Tours will initiate you into the unspoiled wonders of Crete. With our tours you will have an opportunity to explore the Mainland of Crete beautiful villages, breathtaking panoramic landscapes, fragrant orange gardens, herbs, olive groves and many other experiences that you will be able to enjoy during one of our bike tours in the Mainland of Crete. You can choose one of our seven cycling tours depending on the level of difficulty, duration and route. We are sure that our cycling tours will create unforgettable memories from Crete! Summer, Spring, Autumn group / group

Nature Walks The Cretan flora has adapted itself so as to resist human interventions and especially the free grazing, which has been a traditional practice in Crete for thousands of years. To get an idea of how rich the biodiversity of Crete is, just consider that Crete has almost as many species and subspecies of plants (about 1750) as the whole Britain (1450), even if it is 35 times smaller. Also, even 9% of the plant species of Crete do not exist anywhere else in the world. Through our guided nature walks of fabulous Crete you will have the chance to discover the most amazing places and see wonderful landscapes. While walking through the nature paths, Botanical park of the island you will explore the Cretan fauna and flora, herbs, flowers, and unique plants of the Cretan Mainland. Summer, Spring, Autumn group / group

Incredible Beaches Crete is known for its clear turquoise waters and world wide famous beautiful beaches. Crete has over 1000 kilometers of coastline to offer, along which have formed beaches to cater for every taste. It is often said that the most beautiful beaches of Crete can be found in prefecture. We offer guided tours to the most outstanding beaches of the area - Elafonisi and Balos Lagoon. Elafonisi beach is famous for its turquoise clear waters and pink sand. Iconic Balos Lagoon is famous for its shallow blue-green waters and amazing landscape. We reach Balos Lagoon by a ferry which also stops in Gramvousa island where we can climb up to the Venetian Castle and enjoy the fascinating view of Balos Lagoon from above. Summer, Spring, Autumn group / group

Scuba Diving Crete can be a real treasure for scuba divers. Waters in Crete are extremely clear and are rich of remarkable biodiversity of fish and gorgeous sites underwater. Under the sea level there are gorges, rocks, vertical walls, plains, caves and ship wrecks, hidden under the quiet surface. Guests of Crete have the opportunity to escape to the magical underwater world by choosing among a large number of our diving tours, diving certification courses that Fabulous Crete operates, ready to serve divers of all categories, in any period, with safety and responsibility. Besides diving, visitors can explore coasts through snorkeling or participate in fishing trips or bottomglass boat excursions. Enjoy beautiful underwater world of Crete and explore the numerous diving sites. Summer, Spring, Autumn group / group

RIB Safari If you are an adventurer seeking for new unique experiences, RIB boats are waiting for you to explore the most beautiful beaches in Crete! Wild vegetation, breathtaking views of rocky mountains, secluded beaches with pebbles and deep blue crystal waters are only some of the things you will enjoy. Usually the surrounding area is suitable for a day speed boat adventure and nothing reminds one of being in touristic Crete. You feel as if you are on a desert island where nobody can disturb your peace and quiet. We offer you half day and full day RIB boat adventures to most beautiful secluded beaches around the prefecture of, Balos Lagoon, and other wonderful beaches of Crete. Summer, Spring, Autumn Private

Yacht Cruises If you are looking for a luxury and private experience in the most beautiful places in Crete, the yacht cruise will be a perfect and the most elegant way to explore the beauty of Cretan bays, beaches, caves and enjoy outstanding sceneries. Fabulous Crete partners specialize in the rent of self owned luxury vessels and to the organization of excursions and private events in the area of Crete. Our goal is to provide our customers a unique opportunity to explore marine attractions and live an amazing experience with luxury. We also specialize in chartering of our luxury boats for transportation and special events. Exploring Crete with luxury yacht cruise will become an experience that you will never forget. Summer, Spring, Autumn Private

Sailing Boat Cruises Join us in one of our partners sailing boat trips! Enjoy gorgeous landscapes and beaches of Crete, sunbath and swim in the most beautiful beaches and have the most relaxing and memorable adventure in our island on a sailing boat! Whichever sailing trip you choose you will definitely enjoy a full sailing experience in the open sea as you will be our crew and we will set the course of our trip together. Each of our excursions has its own character and is suitable for everyone. Those who wish to enjoy the hot sun can relax sunbathing on the large deck of the boat, though the captain is willing to pass on the steering wheel to whoever wishes to give it a try and to even share some secrets of the sailing art. Summer, Spring Private

Water Sports If you are looking for a really fun way to spend your holidays, you should try one of our water sports activities. Water sports are perfect way to spend your time, feel adrenaline and make your holidays remarkable! In a very well organised beach in water sports - Agia Marina you will be able to choose from a big variety of our water sport activities like: jet ski, sofa and rings, seaking, canoe, surfing, wind surfing, wakeboard, SUP and others. Whichever one you will choose, we guarantee you will have a lot of fun! Summer, Spring, Autumn Private

CONTACT US GS Tours L.T.D 37, Episkopou Chrysanthou, 731 32,, Greece Tel. : +30 28210 43243 Fax.: +30 28210 44761 info@gstours.gr www.fabulouscrete.com www.gstours.gr Fabulous Crete GS Tours Ltd