49 days in Crete, Spielberg & Manchester Itinerary

Crete's largest city, Heraklion remains best known for its proximity to a sprawling Bronze Age archaeological site, once the center of a vanished Minoan civilization.

Get out of town with these interesting Heraklion side-trips: Snail Farm and Fun (in Tylissos), Agia Marina Donkey Rescue Sanctuary (in Mires) and Matala Beach (in Matala). The adventure continues: get engrossed in the history at Heraklion Archaeological Museum, delve into the distant past at The Palace of Knossos, do a tasting at Lyrarakis Winery, and pause for some serene contemplation at Church of Saint Titus.

For maps, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, read Heraklion day trip planning website.

Melbourne, Australia to Heraklion is an approximately 26-hour flight. The time zone changes from Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) to Eastern European Standard Time (EET), which is usually a -8 hour difference. Plan for warmer temperatures traveling from Melbourne in June, with highs in Heraklion at 32°C and lows at 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Thu) so you can take a shuttle to Sfakia.

Thanks to Crete's rugged terrain, the big effects of commercial tourism keep evading Sfakia, a tiny settlement on the island's southwestern coastline.

On the 23rd (Fri), appreciate the extensive heritage of Imbros Gorge, then enjoy the sand and surf at Glyka Nera Beach, and then stroll through Frangokastello Beach. Here are some ideas for day two: explore the wealth of natural beauty at Samaria Gorge National Park.

To see ratings, reviews, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Sfakia tour itinerary planner.

Take a shuttle from Heraklion to Sfakia in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In June, daytime highs in Sfakia are 34°C, while nighttime lows are 22°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Elafonissi.

Located just off Crete's southwestern corner, Elafonissi offers an alternative vacation idea for those looking to avoid the larger, more crowded Greek islands.

On the 25th (Sun), stroll through Aspri Limni Beach and then stroll through Elafonissi Beach.

To see ratings, reviews, photos, and tourist information, read Elafonissi trip planner.

Getting from Sfakia to Elafonissi by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: do a combination of shuttle and taxi; or do a combination of bus, ferry, and taxi. In June, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Sun) early enough to drive to Chania Town.

The place where Cretan and Venetian cultures merged in the 13th century, Chania Town attracts throngs of tourists with its well-preserved medieval harbor.

Change things up with these side-trips from Chania Town: Rethymnon (Monastery of Arkadi, Symbol of Rethymnon City, &more), Lake Kournas (in Kournas) and Piges Argiroupolis (in Argiroupoli). There's much more to do: go for a stroll along the water at Old Venetian Harbor, take in the spiritual surroundings of Etz Hayyim Synagogue, enjoy the sand and surf at Balos Lagoon, and explore the ancient world of Archaeological Site of Ancient Aptera.

To see photos, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Chania Town trip itinerary builder site.

Traveling by car from Elafonissi to Chania Town takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In June in Chania Town, expect temperatures between 34°C during the day and 22°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Sat) early enough to drive to Aggeliana.

On the 2nd (Sun), examine the collection at Apithano Honey Museum-Tasting & Tours, then identify plant and animal life at Reptisland, then Head underground at Melidoni Cave, and finally hike along Margarites Gorge.

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Getting from Chania Town to Aggeliana by car takes about 1.5 hours. In July, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sun) to allow time to drive to Elounda.

Long a sleepy fishing settlement on Crete's northern coastline, Elounda today serves as a major travel destination, drawing vacationers with a blend of unspoiled natural scenery and luxury resorts.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Elounda: Milatos Cave (in Milatos), Gournia Minoiki Poli (in Agios Nikolaos) and Ierapetra Diving Centre (in Ierapetra). There's much more to do: head off the coast to Spinalonga (Kalydon), take in the architecture and atmosphere at Agios Georgios Monastery, take an in-depth tour of Archaeological Museum of Agios Nikolaos, and explore the activities along Lake Voulismeni.

To find traveler tips, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Elounda trip builder app.

Traveling by car from Aggeliana to Elounda takes 2 hours. In July in Elounda, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 28°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Sitia.

Sitia is a port town and a municipality in Lasithi, Crete, Greece. Get out of town with these interesting Sitia side-trips: Vai Beach (in Vai), Mazida Ammos Beach (in Xerocambos) and Itanos Beach (in Lasithi Mesa). Spend a day of island exploring on the 8th (Sat) at Chrissi Island. There's still lots to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Moni Toplou, stop by Kyveli Jewellery, stroll through Kouremenos Beach, and take an in-depth tour of Archaeological Museum of Sitia.

To see photos, ratings, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Sitia vacation maker tool.

You can drive from Elounda to Sitia in 1.5 hours. July in Sitia sees daily highs of 34°C and lows of 26°C at night. On the 9th (Sun), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Spielberg.

Spielberg is a city located in the Bezirk Murtal in Styria, Austria.GeneralThe city of Spielberg, with a population of about 5,000 inhabitants, is located north of the Mur in the east of Aichfeld, between the cities of Zeltweg and Knittelfeld. Explore Spielberg's surroundings by going to Bergsteigerfriedhof Johnsbach (in Johnsbach), Burg Strechau (in Lassing) and Schaubergwerk Museum Oberzeiring (in Oberzeiring). There's lots more to do: bet on your favorite at Red Bull Ring, identify plant and animal life at Baerenschuetzklamm, discover the riches below the earth's surface at Abenteuer Erzberg, and contemplate the waterfront views at Green Lake.

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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Sitia to Spielberg. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Sitia to Spielberg due to the time zone difference. In July, Spielberg is slightly colder than Sitia - with highs of 29°C and lows of 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Wed) to allow time to travel to Manchester.

Unofficially dubbed the Capital of the North, Manchester is known for its influence on industry and music, as well as its world-renowned connection to sports.

Venture out of the city with trips to Predator Experience (in Ayside), York (Jorvik Viking Centre, National Railway Museum, &more) and Boat Tours & Water Sports (in Bowness-on-Windermere). The adventure continues: find something for the whole family at Alton Towers Resort, sample the fine beverages at The City of Manchester Distillery, head outdoors with Peak Mountaineering, and take in the waterfront at Royal Albert Dock Liverpool.

For other places to visit, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Manchester itinerary planner.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Spielberg to Manchester. The time zone difference when traveling from Spielberg to Manchester is minus 1 hour. While traveling from Spielberg, expect slightly colder days and about the same nights in Manchester, ranging from highs of 24°C to lows of 13°C. You'll have a few hours on the 3rd (Thu) to wrap things up before traveling home.