Our Destinations - Crete

Never enough from exploring the Island of Crete!

Rich by it is history and mythology dating from  7000-3000 BC and then the well-known Minoan civilization and a mosaic touch from old mosques,  Byzantine monasteries and Venetian port are making this Island with its countless sandy beaches and mountainous terrain your most southern greek vacation.

Do not miss the Island of Spinalonga

You can enjoy this close view from Plaka Beach just a few kilometers from Agios Nikolaos or arrange a boat trip and explore the walls and tunnels of this small island which  back in time was a jail for people with a Leprosy disease. Despite preserving its dark and heavy history, explore the flavor of its intriguing and captivating setting.

Crete Activities

At the Island of Crete there are a number of activities that can be done and seen. The breathtaking mountain views and coastline paths which are reachable by walking, hiking, riding or driving. By booking your holiday villa in Crete you should explore more about the local culture and traditions and search new spots around the beautiful environment of Crete. Diversity of sea activities are available on the island such as snorkeling, diving, sailing and sorts of watersports. Mountain hiking and cave diving are also popular ways for deeper experience on the island.

Crete Beaches  

Countless beaches are present all the way round the coastline which are distinguishable one from another. From Vai on the East side  covered with palm trees to the exotic scenery of  Balos on the West side. 

The more favorable mediterranean climate offers more sunny and warm days than the rest of the islands in Greece, while a range of tavernas, restaurants and their facilities are suitable for families. 

Vai Beach 

Access to the beach

Easiely accesible by car, Public transport available

Parking

Free of charge, beachfront

Beach type

Public beach, golden sandy beach, beach popular with tourists, palm trees beach, organized beach, 1.5km long

Balos Beach and Lagoon

Access to the beach

Accessible by car, cliff dirt road, Public transport available

Parking

Free off-road parking within a 20 min of walking, busy during the summer

Beach type

Public beach, lagoon, small peninsula, sunbeds and beach facilities are within fee, best for photographing and adventure seekers

Ammos Beach 

Access to the beach

Easiely accesible by car, easy walk from villa or resort, Public transport available

Parking

Beach front parking

Beach type

Public beach, sandy beach, popular with tourist

Rethymno beach 

Access to the beach

Easiely accesible by car, easy walk from villa or resort

Parking

Beach front, Parking with a charge

Beach type

Public beach, sandy beach, organized beach, free showers and toilets

Elafonissi Beach 

Access to the beach

Easily accessible by car, Public transport available

Parking

Free parking available, beachfront parking

Beach type

Public beach, pink sandy beach,  shallow beach,  popular with tourists, ideal for along the peninsula, sunbeds available with a charge

Crete Holiday - Points of Interest

- Visit the capital of Crete Herclion city where you can shopping and  exploring more the Minoans visiting the famouse Palace of Knossos and the ancient Roman port of Hiraclion.

- Visit the east coast of Crete exploring the towns of Agios Nikolaos, Ierapetra, Sitia all the way along to famous attraction Vai beach.

- Visit Chania town on the west coast for admiring the combination of natural beauty and a range of archaeological and historical monuments.