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Exploring Crete by Dowland, 27 May 2017
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Two splendid guides and driver, lengthy visits to a wide range of sites, and superb museums and meals

A very well organized trip, as was our previous Peter Sommer tour of the Cyclades by gulet last year. We knew that we would be in good hands and were not disappointed. Could not speak highly enough about our deeply knowledgeable and helpful guides, Heinrich Hall and Maria Girtzi. Looking forward to future Peter Sommer adventures.

A very well organized trip, as was our previous Peter Sommer tour of the Cyclades by gulet last year. We knew that we would be in good hands and were not disappointed. Could not speak highly enough about our deeply knowledgeable and helpful guides, Heinrich Hall and Maria Girtzi. Looking forward to future Peter Sommer adventures.

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Very well organized, always available to answer questions and make special arrangements for transportation and special meals.

Exploring Crete by JR, 26 May 2017
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Really great experience with very informed and caring guides

Archeological tour of Crete which visited wonderful sites but also showcased the varied countryside, the great cuisine. We were lucky to be in wildflower paradise which added an extra unexpected dimension. Although an archeological tour there were plenty of other facets to the tour including wineries, folk museums, war cemetaries etc

Archeological tour of Crete which visited wonderful sites but also showcased the varied countryside, the great cuisine. We were lucky to be in wildflower paradise which added an extra unexpected dimension. Although an archeological tour there were plenty of other facets to the tour including wineries, folk museums, war cemetaries etc

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Veryhelpful and timely

Exploring Crete by Anne, 25 May 2017
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An archaeological journey through Crete

most enjoyable trip through 3000 years of history in Crete

most enjoyable trip through 3000 years of history in Crete

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great organisation and accomodation, great guides and itinerary

Exploring Crete by ERN Travels, 15 May 2017
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We had a fabulous trip in Crete

Peter Sommer Tours has never disappointed us as we love traveling to new places with small groups and well spoken leaders. The comprehensive itinerary included Bronze Age and Roman ruins, cemeteries and caves, tiny churches with frescoes, Venetian towns, and splendid museums. Every day, we enjoyed fresh Cretan dishes and Cretan wines. The experience was enjoyable and educational due to the exceptionally knowledgeable archaeologists/guides and ...

Peter Sommer Tours has never disappointed us as we love traveling to new places with small groups and well spoken leaders. The comprehensive itinerary included Bronze Age and Roman ruins, cemeteries and caves, tiny churches with frescoes, Venetian towns, and splendid museums. Every day, we enjoyed fresh Cretan dishes and Cretan wines. The experience was enjoyable and educational due to the exceptionally knowledgeable archaeologists/guides and attention to every detail.

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Every encounter with Peter Sommer Tour's personnel has been excellent. They are courteous, helpful, thorough, and informative. The guides are uniformly outstanding and knowledgeable.

Exploring Crete by Mr r n 17, 15 May 2017
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A brilliant tour of the sites, scenery and legends of Crete

This was an in depth tour of much of the island, and especially its Minoan sites. The scenery is spectacular, the food delicious.

This was an in depth tour of much of the island, and especially its Minoan sites. The scenery is spectacular, the food delicious.

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Two experts were with us to give us an expert's insight into the civilizations and the history of this fascinating island

Exploring Crete by Gillie, 2 Nov 2016
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Education with a twist - great food and wine and wonderful tour guides

Touring Crete was magical. Wonderful weather, interesting places to stay, knowledgeable guides who took care of everything. The food and wine just kept coming with Maria explaining everything. The places of interest we visited were explained thoroughly and Heinrich brought history alive for us.

Touring Crete was magical. Wonderful weather, interesting places to stay, knowledgeable guides who took care of everything. The food and wine just kept coming with Maria explaining everything. The places of interest we visited were explained thoroughly and Heinrich brought history alive for us.

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Very professional with a personal touch. Nothing left to chance and everything ran like clockwork.

Exploring Crete by Susan, 26 Oct 2016
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Crete Archaeology, Food and Nature

A comprehensive tour of Crete taking in most of the significant archaeological sites along with daily gourmet meals featuring Cretan specialities and two wine tastings.

A comprehensive tour of Crete taking in most of the significant archaeological sites along with daily gourmet meals featuring Cretan specialities and two wine tastings.

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Everything worked seamlessly, the itinerary was well thought through and the guides were experts in their fields and excellent communicators.

Exploring Crete by Marie I., 29 Sep 2016
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Far above and beyond the usual guided tour experience

My husband and I were more than satisfied with this holiday tour.....from the time we were greeted at the airport by our transfer driver to the time we got on the plane to go home. We were hoping for a holiday that could provide us with an appreciation of Crete and its archaeological treasures. Our hopes were fulfilled by the Peter Sommer tour. To a great extent this was due to the superb leaders of the tour, Heinrich Hall and Maria Girtzi...

My husband and I were more than satisfied with this holiday tour.....from the time we were greeted at the airport by our transfer driver to the time we got on the plane to go home. We were hoping for a holiday that could provide us with an appreciation of Crete and its archaeological treasures. Our hopes were fulfilled by the Peter Sommer tour. To a great extent this was due to the superb leaders of the tour, Heinrich Hall and Maria Girtzi. Heinrich is a natural entertainer and, as well, has an outstanding background in the archaeology of the Aegean region and conveyed that knowledge to us in a humorous and intelligent, never condescending, manner. Maria is also an accomplished archaeologist and, as well, did an outstanding job in planning our meals in order to give us a real appreciation for Cretan fare. We have taken many guided tours with commercial tour companies but the Peter Sommer tour was, without question, the best.

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The Peter Sommer tour of Crete, lead by guides Heinrich Hall and Maria Girtzi, was incredibly well planned and executed. The guides were outstanding, the food/meals were remarkable and the accommodations were comfortable and often unique. Clearly, the tour operator (Peter Sommer) and staff put an unusual amount of effort into the planning and execution of the tour and the expertise of the people involved was reflected in every moment of the tour. We would not hesitate to take another Peter Sommer tour and we have recommended Peter Sommer Travels to our friends.

Exploring Crete by Tony, 4 May 2016
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Comprehensive and enjoyable

The Exploring Crete tour was outstanding in both the historical and geographical coverage that was achieved. We stayed in a selection of both excellent and unusual hotels and enjoyed a range of very fine meals. The guides were hugely knowledgeable and very supportable throughout.

The Exploring Crete tour was outstanding in both the historical and geographical coverage that was achieved. We stayed in a selection of both excellent and unusual hotels and enjoyed a range of very fine meals. The guides were hugely knowledgeable and very supportable throughout.

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Peter Sommer provided a very memorable and exciting trip which supplied some lifelong memories.

Exploring Crete by P & A, 3 May 2016
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Exploring Crete: Archaeology, Nature and Food

An inspiring , excellently organised and interesting trip. We were well looked after throughout.

An inspiring , excellently organised and interesting trip. We were well looked after throughout.

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Very knowledgeable and helpful in advance.