Beautiful little traditional villages can be discovered on Crete. To do something like this, a car rental is advised.
Please find below the selection we made for you:
East Crete:
Don’t forget to visit the impressive sight of the former Leprosy Island of Spinalonga
Stroll through the villages of Agios Nikolaos, Elounda and Plaka
Visit the island’s capital, Heraklion
Enjoy breathtaking views from the Lassithi plateau
Sissi is a nice little town with good tavernas and one of the best sunsets
West Crete:
Take a refreshing dip in Crete's only freshwater lake: Kournas
Rethymnon or Chania: Both places are characterised by colourful houses and a Venetian harbour.
Botanical Park & Gardens Of Crete (https://maps.app.goo.gl/fwcTxTBhTTfLN38XA)
Visit the spectacular Arkadi Monastery
South Crete:
The Palace of Phaistos: this is an archaeological site.
Visit the small village of Agios Pavlos
Discover the hidden paradise of Triopetra
Visit the hippy village of Matala
Walking around in the green village of Spili. Make sure to visit the Maravel Garden
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