The JW Marriott on the coast of the Akrotiri peninsula, Crete
Greece8 days

Crete and Milos by private plane – JW Marriott Chania and Eréma Hotel

Eight days, two islands, and between them a flight across the Aegean you can fly yourself.

Four nights at the JW Marriott on the Akrotiri peninsula near Chania, four nights at the Eréma on Milos, a hotel whose name means "place of quiet" and which gives every suite its own pool. The two are connected not by ferry but by a Piper PA-28 Turbo Arrow: an hour low over the Cyclades, with sightseeing along the way. If you hold a licence, you fly it yourself; if not, you sit beside a professional pilot.

WHO IS THIS FOR?

Luxury Travelers
For Passengers
Licensed Pilots

ITINERARY

A journey in chapters

Airbus A320 von Aegean Airlines im Flug über der Ägäis
DAY 1

Flight to Chania and arrival in Marathi

Business class scheduled flight with Aegean Airlines from Germany to Chania, or by private jet. Transfer to the JW Marriott Hotel & Spa Crete in Marathi, 9 km and about 15 minutes. Welcome drink and a calm arrival.

Panoramapool des JW Marriott über dem Meer
DAY 2

Four pools and a private beach

Unwind and let the day drift. There are four panoramic pools: main pool, adults-only pool, children's pool and indoor pool, plus a private beach with direct access to the sea. Lie on Balinese beds among the rock formations, take the wooden walkways down to the snorkelling grounds.

Pool im Anoseas Spa des JW Marriott
DAY 3

Anoseas Spa or sunrise yoga

The Anoseas Spa has five treatment rooms, a couple's suite, steam bath, KLAFS sauna and a beauty room. Olive oil treatments, holistic massages following old Cretan rituals and hydrotherapy are the signatures; there is also the Linovrochi cave, a meditative space with healing water. For a more active day: sunrise yoga on the wooden deck above the sea, HIIT, TRX or a workout in the gym.

Restaurant direkt am Meer auf Kreta
DAY 4

Marathi, Chania and the Venetian harbour

Explore the beach at Marathi and have lunch in one of its three tavernas. Our recommendation is Taverne Patrelantonis, and we are happy to reserve a table in advance. Alternatively, a trip into Chania: the old town, a walk along the Venetian harbour, and the market hall built in 1913, recently reopened after a long renovation.

Piper PA-28 Turbo Arrow vor dem Abflug nach Milos
DAY 5

By private plane across the Aegean to Milos

Transfer to Chania airport, then on to Milos by private plane, a Piper PA-28 Turbo Arrow, around 60 minutes with sightseeing along the way. The colours of the Aegean seen from the air. If you hold a pilot's licence you can fly this leg yourself; otherwise an experienced professional pilot takes the controls. After landing, transfer to the Eréma, 7 km and about 12 minutes, welcome drink and a calm arrival.

Bucht an der Küste von Milos
DAY 6

Quiet at your own pool or on a beach

Eréma means quiet in Greek, and that is exactly what your own pool is for. If you want to head out: Provatas is known for golden sand and calm, shallow water, and Kípoi Beach is nearby too. Or simply a few lengths in the large hotel pool.

Elios Spa im Eréma Hotel auf Milos
DAY 7

Elios Spa, a gym with sea views, or the island

A wellness day at the Elios Spa with a massage. Alternatively a session in the gym facing the sea, or yoga on the shaded open-air platform. The day works just as well for exploring more of the island or taking a boat trip.

Aegean Airlines Business Class Lounge am Flughafen Athen
DAY 8

Return flight via Athens

Transfer to Milos airport, around 7 km and 12 minutes, then the return flight with Aegean Airlines via Athens to your home airport, about 5.5 hours with the connection. The Aegean Business Class Lounge is open to you during the stop in Athens. Alternatively, straight back to Germany by private jet.

THE HOUSES

Where you stay

The terraced JW Marriott resort above the coast at Marathi

Marathi, Chania – Crete

JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa

Setting

The resort lies on the east coast of the Akrotiri peninsula near Marathi, directly on the sea. Chania airport is about 9 km or 15 minutes away, Souda harbour around 17 km, and the Venetian old town of Chania roughly 30 minutes by car. Marathi itself is a quiet coastal village with a fine sandy beach and three tavernas, considerably more relaxed than the hotel zones west of the city.

Grounds & architecture

The resort covers around 100 hectares of coastline and comprises 160 rooms, suites and villas with sea views. The architecture is restrained: low, honeycomb-arranged buildings of stone, concrete and wood, terraced into the hillside, which keeps the resort intimate despite its size. Many categories have a private pool and generous terraces. The house opened in June 2025 and is among the newest luxury resorts in western Crete.

Dining

Five culinary concepts: Ōnalos as a fish restaurant right on the beach, Anöee serving Cretan cuisine over open fire with foraged ingredients, Cuccagna as an Italian trattoria by the pool, Fayi with Mediterranean sharing plates, plus the Suncti pool bar and the all-day bar Eéxis with cocktails made from Cretan herbs. The resort's own JW Garden supplies herbs for kitchen and bar, and the JW Market offers local produce, wines and cold-pressed juices.

Spa & activities

The Anoseas Spa has five treatment rooms, a couple's suite, steam bath, KLAFS sauna, beauty room, indoor vitality pool and a yoga deck above the sea. The fitness and mobility studio offers Technogym equipment, sunrise yoga, TRX, HIIT, guided hikes and a parkour trail. There are three outdoor pools, an indoor pool and a private beach with snorkelling grounds. We are happy to arrange excursions to Balos and Gramvousa by boat, the Samaria Gorge or Elafonisi.

JW Marriott Crete – deluxe room with sea view
JW Marriott Crete – villa with terrace
JW Marriott Crete – villa with private pool
JW Marriott Crete – earth-sheltered villa in the hillside
JW Marriott Crete – restaurant
JW Marriott Crete – dinner by the sea
JW Marriott Crete – bar serving Cretan herb cocktails
The Eréma Hotel above Cape Chalaka on Milos

Cape Chalaka, Milos

Eréma Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

Setting

The hotel stands on the quiet south-east coast of Milos, on a cliff above Cape Chalaka. Milos airport is 7 km away, the ferry port of Adamas 11 km. The well-known beach of Provatas, with its golden sand and calm, shallow water, is close by, and Kípoi Beach only a few minutes further.

Grounds & architecture

Opened in June 2026 as the Empiria Group's first house on Milos and a member of Design Hotels. Forty-one suites, each with a private pool and an open view of the Aegean. The design by the Athens studio ID Laboratorium under Stamos Hondrodimos answers the island's mineral-rich volcanic landscape with stone, marble and muted earth tones rather than competing with it; generous openings connect interior and exterior with the horizon. Terraces and planted zones continue the island's terraced topography. The property is LEED Gold certified. The name means, roughly, "place of quiet".

Dining

Two restaurants under culinary director Yiannis Kioroglou, who interprets Mediterranean and Greek traditions in his "Medite-Grecian" philosophy: seasonality, simplicity and a strong sense of place come first. There are also two bars and lounges. Breakfast is available à la carte as well as vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free; there are outdoor areas and a pool bar.

Spa & sport

The Elios Spa, named after the Greek word for sun, has three treatment rooms and a heated outdoor pool. The menu includes massage journeys, facials and body rituals with products by Swissline by Dermalab, among them a deep tissue massage with local rosemary and ginger oil and a wrap of Dead Sea mud and volcanic minerals. The signature treatment is "Eréma Earth and Light", 120 minutes using gua sha technique. The fitness centre faces the sea, a shaded open-air platform serves for yoga, and a linear basin forms the centre of the wellness area. There is also a large infinity pool.

Eréma Hotel Milos – suite with private pool
Eréma Hotel Milos – Element Suite with private pool
Eréma Hotel Milos – sleeping area of a suite
Eréma Hotel Milos – infinity pool above the Aegean
Eréma Hotel Milos – restaurant

INCLUDED

What's included

  • Business class scheduled flight from Germany to Chania and back from Milos via Athens (private jet on request)
  • Transfers Chania airport – JW Marriott Hotel & Spa Crete in Marathi and back
  • 4 nights at the JW Marriott Chania Crete in a deluxe guest room with sea view (approx. 31 m²) incl. breakfast, suites and larger villas available on request at a surcharge
  • Flight by private plane, a Piper PA-28 Turbo Arrow, from Chania to Milos incl. sightseeing, flown by you if you hold a licence, otherwise by an experienced professional pilot
  • Transfers Milos airport – Eréma Hotel and back
  • 3 nights at the Eréma Hotel Milos in an Element Suite with private pool (35 m²) incl. breakfast, larger rooms and suites available on request at a surcharge
  • Further flights or hour building with the aircraft arranged on request

TRIP DETAILS

DURATION

8 days

AIRCRAFT

Linienflug Business Class (Aegean Airlines), Piper PA-28 Turbo Arrow (Chania – Milos), Privatjet auf Anfrage

BEST TIME TO TRAVEL

year-round (best time to travel on request)

FROM

€4,869

per person in a double room, incl. scheduled flight from/to Germany (other departure countries on request)

SERVICE TYPE & PROTECTION

Service type: Package trip (tour operator service) (§ 651b BGB). Customer fund protection: Tour operator insolvency insurance (Reisepreissicherungsschein) with R+V Versicherung.

GALLERY

JW Marriott Crete – villa with private pool
JW Marriott Crete – earth-sheltered villa in the hillside
JW Marriott Crete – dinner by the sea
JW Marriott Crete – bar serving Cretan herb cocktails
The bay at Marathi on the Akrotiri peninsula
Piper PA-28 Turbo Arrow on the apron
The rocky coastline of Milos
Eréma Hotel Milos – infinity pool above the Aegean
Eréma Hotel Milos – restaurant

ENTRY & HEALTH REQUIREMENTS

As of: 12 August 2026 – For visa-free entry to Greece, a valid ID card or passport is sufficient for Europeans.

Frequently asked questions

BOOKING & PROCESS

What's the easiest way to book?

The quickest way to reach us is by phone at +49 30 89065233, or by mobile and WhatsApp at +49 172 1999835. Alternatively, send us your travel wishes by email to info@fly-unique.com — we'll get back to you promptly with a suitable offer.

Can I also book my flight through Fly Unique?

Of course. Whether a scheduled flight, a charter flight on a private plane, a private jet, or an aircraft to fly yourself — we handle every form of travel for you.

Can I also book excursions through Fly Unique?

Gladly. Whether excursions, safaris, a yacht, a rental car, or individual requests on-site — we organize this for you.

What services are included in my trip?

All included services are listed in detail in your trip offer as well as in your booking confirmation.

Can I reserve my seats in advance?

Yes. We take your seating preferences and reserve them in advance for you, subject to availability.

Can I book a suite instead of a double room?

Subject to availability, you can upgrade to a larger suite for an additional charge.

TRAVEL & COMFORT

Can I be picked up directly from my doorstep?

Yes. We're happy to arrange a private transfer that picks you up at home and takes you directly to the airport.

Can I book a VIP lounge with direct access to the aircraft?

Yes. We book you a VIP lounge from which you're escorted directly to the aircraft, relaxed and without waiting.

How do I check in online for my flight?

For trips with a scheduled flight, you can usually check in via the airline's website or app. On request, we can handle online check-in for you and send your boarding pass via WhatsApp — where this is technically possible for the respective airline and route.

Can I add a Rail&Fly ticket?

For trips with a scheduled flight, this is possible, usually for an additional charge, unless the airline already includes it.

How much luggage am I allowed to bring?

This varies by airline and fare. We'll let you know the exact free baggage allowance along with your trip offer.

What happens if flight times change?

We inform you immediately by email as soon as we're notified of a change.

PAYMENT & PROTECTION

How much is the deposit?

As a rule, the deposit is 20% of the trip price. For peak-season dates it may be higher; this will be stated in the respective offer. For non-refundable special-fare flight tickets, the deposit may also be higher, as the ticket must be paid in full immediately.

When is the balance due?

As a rule, 30 days before departure. We'll point out any deviations already at the time of booking.

How do I pay for my trip?

Payment is conveniently made by bank transfer.

Is my trip protected by a tour operator insolvency insurance (ATOL licence)?

Yes. As a German tour operator we are legally obliged to protect your trip with a tour operator insolvency insurance (ATOL licence). Fly Unique has a contract with the R+V Versicherung. You will receive your insurance certificate automatically with your booking confirmation.

Do you recommend a travel cancellation insurance?

We generally recommend travel cancellation insurance and are happy to advise you on suitable options.

Are rebookings or cancellations possible?

Yes. The exact terms and costs are set out in our General Terms and Conditions and can of course be requested from us at any time.

Where can I find the General Terms and Conditions?

Our General Terms and Conditions (available in German) can be found on our website. View Terms

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS

When will I receive my travel documents?

You'll receive your booking confirmation immediately after booking, and the complete travel documents no later than two weeks before departure.

What travel documents do I need?

This varies depending on the destination and nationality. We provide comprehensive information on the required documents and, if needed, also assist with obtaining visas.

FOR PILOTS

I'd like to fly myself — what do I need?

Send us a copy of your pilot's license. We'll then support you with the license revalidation and inform you about all the documents required for it.

Which aircraft is right for my trip?

We're happy to advise you on the choice — whether for flying yourself, joining as a passenger, or a trip by private plane or private jet.

Do you assist with route planning and permits for pilot trips?

Yes, we're happy to handle route planning and support you with any permits that may be required.

FAMILY & SPECIAL REQUESTS

Can allergies or dietary preferences be reported in advance?

Yes. We're happy to pass on your allergies and dietary preferences to the airline and hotel in advance.

Can we bring our children?

We're happy to book child-friendly hotels suited to your trip with children.

I'm pregnant — can I still travel?

In principle, traveling is possible with an uncomplicated pregnancy up to week 34/35; the second trimester (weeks 14 to 28) is considered ideal. The exact rules vary by airline: many require a medical certificate of fitness to fly from week 28 onward, and most airlines decline to carry passengers from week 36 onward. Feel free to reach out — we'll check individually for your airline and route how your desired trip can be arranged.

SAFETY

Is there an emergency number during the trip?

Yes. We're available around the clock and here for you should anything not go according to plan during your trip.

REQUEST

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