Crete
Crete is the biggest island in Greece and one of the biggest islands in the Mediterranean Sea. The island consists of four regions, Agios Nikolaos and Heraklion on the East Side and Rethymnon and Chania on the West Side. All northern coasts of the island are well known and developed in tourism market for many years. However, the southern part of the island provides visitors a more pure and secluded places. Definitely, the island of intense diversity.
Crete is one of the most visited places in Greece thanks to its golden beaches, its amazing historical sites, such as Knossos Palace and Spinalonga islet and its beautiful natural landscapes such as Vai Palm Beach, the Gorge of Samaria etc.
Heraklion is the most important civil center, the capital and the financial, social and scientific center of the island of Crete. Considering its size, it is the 4th largest city of Greece. The history of the city of Heraklion starts many centuries ago with the development of the Minoan civilization.
Chania and Rethymnon will make you feel like you are traveling back in time, wander around its alleys, admire the unique architecture of those towns build by the sea and enjoy a snack at an old local café!
Beaches with crystal clear waters can be found in this island, such as Balos , Gramvousa, Elafonisi located in Chania Region and Vai Palm Beach located in Lasithi Region are some of the most scenic places.
Nations lived in Crete through past years considered to have a healthy and tasty diet, with recipes that come to us nowadays in a modern and creative version. People in Crete, always made high quality products of the blessed Cretan land.
The warm climate, the Cretan Land and the love of Cretan on the care of the olives are the main factors why the olive oil from Crete is healthy, tasty and worldwide known.
Cretans, proud of their culture and lifestyle, will soon introduce you to their music, style, and unique cuisine. Spend time with them eating, drinking tsikoudia (local distillate), talking, laughing, and dancing!
Create a unique experience while visiting Greece by joining our tours all over Crete, its beaches, its towns and its nearby islands worth visiting.