These are luxury trips, and we make them as all-inclusive as possible. From the time you arrive until you leave, the only times you will need your wallet are to shop, or to order alcohol and other incidentals. Food, drink, transport and most tips are included in your very low price!
UPCOMING TRIP DATES
October 26,2021–November 1,2021
GREECE CULINARY ADVENTURE
Trip Overview
On each food-focused trip, a small group of us (up to 25 travelers) will head on a 7-Day trip to Athens and Crete. Each itinerary includes expert-led tours, cooking classes, market visits, home visits, boutique accommodations, and a great group of fellow travelers.
Quality of Trips
This trip is customized and vetted by Urvashi Pitre. I have personally gone on this trip and worked with my friend Alka Sharma to customize it to suit the needs of foodies who love adventure and want to experience Athens and Crete.
Greece trip details
Day 01, TUE, Oct. 26, 2021
Arrival at Heraklio AirportTraditional Eco Village HotelTypical Cretan dinner at the hotel
Day 02, WED, Oct.27, 2021
Traditional Cretan Homemade BreakfastMorning excursions to caves.Culinary Demonstration Event including Bread making, cheese, bbq goat etc.Dinner
Day 03, THU, Oct. 28, 2021
Traditional Cretan Homemade BreakfastOne Hour botanic Walk at the Gardens of EnagronCooking DemonstrationSpecial lunch of local herbs and greens onlyAfternoon visit to a local winery for wine tastingCity walking TourCretan Dinner in an authentic Cretan cuisine Restaurant/Tavern
Day 04, FRI, Oct. 29, 2021
Traditional Cretan Homemade BreakfastDay Excursion to Knossos archaeological site & Heraklio MuseumLight lunch in local TavernCretan Dinner in an authentic Cretan cuisine RestaurantOvernight in Heraklio, Crete
Day 05, SAT, Oct. 30, 2021
Breakfast & Check OutMorning transfer to Heraklio AirportFlight to Athens AirportAthens City TourVisit Acropolis Archaeological SiteOlive oil Tasting & lunchDinner in a nice RestaurantOvernight in Athens
Day 06, SUN, Oct. 31, 2021
BreakfastMorning “Athens Walk & Taste Tour” with street food lunch including visit to the local Market of AthensFree time to walk around Plaka for shoppingFarewell Wine Paring DinnerOvernight in Athens
Day 07, MON, Nov 1, 2021
Breakfast and Check OutDeparture transfers to Athens Airport
PAYMENT
$500 due immediately. The remaining payment is due by March 1, 2020. We keep prices low by pre-booking trips and getting attractive prices. Last-minute cancellations hurt the whole group.
INCLUSIONS:
Accommodation for seven nights at places specified in the itinerary, on a twin share basisAll meals as specified in the itinerary starting with Dinner on Day 01 and ending with Breakfast on Day 08Transportation by one air-conditioned coachEstimated economy class airfare Athens to Create roundtrip, estimated at $125 (SUBJECT TO CHANGE)Services of a local English-speaking guide throughoutEntrances fees at monuments included in the sightseeing toursTips and gratuities to local hotel staff, restaurants, guide, driver and Tour ManagerPorterage and tips to bellboys at the hotelsCurrently applicable taxes
EXCLUSIONS:
International airfare, travel insurance, & visa feesAccommodation and meals not mentioned in the itineraryNo individual transfers are included in the package. Any individual transfers will be on request and will at extra costExpenses of a personal nature such as soft beverages, alcoholic drinks, laundry, telephone/internet charges or room service.Any services not indicated aboveAny increase in costs beyond our control such as taxes and levies, fuel price hike, etc.Any extra excursions or events you planAnything from room service or the hotel minibar
Required Waiver
We require you sign a waiver absolving Teknologic for any travel mishaps. Instead, please get travel insurance so you are covered. This will be emailed to you.
Required Trip Insurance
Please note that trip insurance is required to join us on a Twosleevers trip. FYI most major credit cards (such as American Express, CHASE Sapphire, and Capital One) offer complimentary insurance when you purchase using their card.
Cancellation policy
No refunds can be issued after May 30, 2020 for this trip. Cancellations between October 2019 –May 2020 will incur a 75% fee. We keep prices low by pre-booking trips and getting attractive prices. Last-minute cancellations hurt the whole group. Fees incurred to transfer funds etc. are never refundable.
Minimum Attendees
Please note we only run trips with 15 or more guests. If a trip has fewer attendees at 45 days before the trip, we will cancel and refund your deposit.
Room Options
We provide rates for single and double occupancy.
Roommates
If you do not have a travel partner, you can purchase a single occupancy room and have it all to yourself! If you would like a roommate, please post in the Facebook group and see if someone is interested in rooming with you. It is up to you to find a suitable roommate. If you don’t get along with your roommate, TwoSleevers is not responsible for this 🙂
OUR TRAVEL STYLE
Each trip has been specially customized and curated by TwoSleevers. We go on each of these trips ourselves and on the first trip, we vet and customize every aspect of the trip. Adjustments are made on the fly, and feedback from the group is sought. The next trip reflects all of these changes.
DO I HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT SAFETY?
This is a luxury experience. We stay in nice places, and we eat in clean, healthy places. We stay away from 5-star hotels which tend to be very Westernized, but the hotels we choose are on the higher end.
HOW PHYSICALLY STRENUOUS IS THIS TRIP?
We have people with varying physical abilities. We tend to walk between 2-4 miles a day throughout the day. Some of us are slower than others, but all of us have to be able to walk through the day. While most places and buses in Europe aren’t geared toward wheelchair travelers, many of us have to sit out some activities due to heat or exertion. Allowances are made for all of us. We want to show you all that we love about a place and introduce you to our local friends and markets so you get an insider’s view into the region. We want you to experience the real Greece and enjoy visiting places and markets that typically are not on tourist itineraries.
WHY TRAVEL WITH US?
Here are a few reasons people love traveling with us:
Unique Experiences: Many of the experiences in our itineraries are one-of-a-kind and only accessible with TwoSleevers. You will visit homes, local markets, side streets, and places that tourists do not typically get to see—all while eating and learning how to cook some amazing dishes.Friends on The Trip: These trips are geared toward those in the TwoSleevers Facebook Group. This means that you have a chance to get to know fellow travelers ahead of time. It also means that your fellow travelers are likely to be like you: culturally curious, foodies, who are non-judgmental. Most of us have struck up close friendships before, during, and after the trips.Hand-picked guides: Alka Sharma has been in the travel business for over 30 years. We use only her hand-picked guides and contacts.Expert Hosts: Not only do we know our TwoSleevers travelers well, we also have deep knowledge about each area we travel. In each area, we partner with local experts.Planned Itinerary: Our itineraries are planned so that each day has anywhere from 4 to 8 hours of activity, plus sufficient downtime so that you can just hang out and get to know your fellow travelers.Free Time: That said we always offer some optional activities and we always squeeze in some downtime so you can relax. Supporting Local Economies: We choose places where the USD is strong, and where local economies benefit from our visit. The local markets, artisans, guides, shop owners, etc. are grateful for your business, and you come home with great finds at great prices. We see this as a win-win, and as a way to have a positive emotional and economic impact on the places we visit.
TAKE MY MONEY!!!
Cost for Single is $3600Cost for Doubles is $3200 per person (for a couple sharing a room that’s $6,400)Deposit due now is $500Please send payment to [email protected] via Paypal. If you have a credit card that offers you travel insurance, be sure to use that for your payment method!
