Kreta is een van de meest diverse en fantastische eilanden die u kunt kiezen voor uw Griekse zomervakantie. Of een wintervakantie trouwens, het weer is hier mild tot eind oktober en er zijn genoeg andere dingen te doen dan zwemmen tijdens de koudere maanden.
Eenvoudig gezegd, er is hier voor elk wat wils.
Het rijke en gevarieerde terrein van het eiland biedt bergmassieven, ontelbare ravijnen, oude grotten en een soms wild en soms teder Kretenzisch landschap.
Of u nu op zoek bent naar voedsel, cultuur, stranden of natuur Liefhebber, Kreta zal u aangenaam verrassen met zijn overvloed aan mogelijkheden.
Met wereldberoemde en bekroonde stranden zoals Falasarna, Elafonisi en het beschermde ecosysteem van Balos Laguneis zwemmen een van de dingen waarover u zich op het eiland geen zorgen hoeft te maken.
De afstanden kunnen echter langer zijn dan verwacht, Kreta is immers het grootste eiland in de Egeïsche Zee en heel Griekenland. So, make sure to read our “Useful Information” guide for suggestions on where to base yourself in, depending on the areas you want to explore.
Kreta heeft vijf belangrijke stedelijke centra, sommige makkelijker bereikbaar dan andere, waar u een paar dagen kunt verblijven om de omgeving te verkennen. Chania in het noordwesten van Kreta is de Venetiaans juweel, populair bij gezinnen, koppels en strandhoppers die de westelijke kustlijn willen verkennen. Rethymno is vaak minder hectisch met een charmante oude stad en ligt dicht bij veel beroemde bergdorpjes en wandelpaden. Van Heraklionkunt u een bezoek aan de Oud Minoïsch Paleis van Knossos en natuurlijk is het goed verbonden met de meeste Griekse en Europese steden in de zomer, per vliegtuig of per veerboot. Aan de oostkant, Agios Nikolaos, Sitia en Ierapetra zijn de meest over het hoofd geziene plekken van de authentieke Kretenzische levensstijl die bezoekers opzoeken voor een kans op pure ontspanning.
De uitgestrekte kustlijn van Kreta, de bijzondere en zeldzame ecosystemen en de verschillende microklimaten maken van dit unieke eiland een ideale plek voor vakantieactiviteiten.
Enkele van de opties om naar uit te kijken zijn:
Lees verder om alle vakantieactiviteiten op Kreta te ontdekken.
Get off the beaten track and discover a different side of Crete with a Jeep Safari. The stunning landscapes of Crete island are waiting for you, all you have to do is pick where to? While there is no denying Crete has amazing beaches, the island is mostly mountainous and defined by the mountain ranges of Dikti (or Lassithiotika Ori), Psiloritis in central Crete and the White Mountains (or Lefka Ori). There are various routes to pick for a Jeep…
Follow the trail of Greek mythology on the island of Crete and learn the secrets of the Cretans in the Lassithi plateau, the valley of the 1,000 windmills. In this tour, you will visit the birthplace of Zeus and be enchanted by the breathtaking mountainous scenery. What You’ll Do Learn more about the daily life of a Cretan family during a visit to a traditional mountain village Explore the Cave of Zeus in the Lassithi plateau, the valley of the…
This excursion combines a visit to two important caves and a walk on the slopes of Mount Psiloritis (or Mount Ida). Once covered in a thick pine forest, this is the highest mountain in Crete (Timios Stavros peak 2,456 m) and sacred ground that was closely linked to the worship of Zeus. Idaean Cave (or Ideon Andron) is located on the eastern slopes of Mount Psiloritis, on the Nida plateau, about 75 km from Rethymno and only a short walk…
Scuba diving in Crete is a very popular activity and with good reason. With countless bays, protected coves, rich marine life, rocky reefs, and famous wrecks, Crete has attracted attention from scuba enthusiasts in recent years. Depending on the package or tour you book, you will visit famous beaches and discover their crystal-clear waters or remote locations you wouldn’t have seen otherwise. The most popular scuba diving spots on the island are in Schinaria, Elephant’s Cave in Akrotiri, and the…
Skip the line entry with a pre-booked private or semi-private guided tour of the Palace of Knossos with an experienced licensed guide. A guided visit to the Palace of Knossos is a must for every traveller that wants to dive deep within the layers of history of one of the oldest civilizations in Europe. Afterwards, you cannot miss a visit to the Archeological Museum of Heraklion, one of the largest museums in Greece, featured among the most important museums in…
A trip to Crete island is not complete without a traditional Cretan evening. Embrace the unique sounds of the music and the beauty of the traditional Cretan dances as you dive deep within the culture of the island. Our adventure begins with a visit to the Botanical Park of Chania and a buffet meal made with local products. You will have the opportunity to taste a few varieties of local wine. After the afternoon meal, there will be plenty of…
The gorge of Samaria is the longest and one of the most imposing gorges in Europe. The trekking path that runs along its course is perhaps the most popular in the country and visited by thousands of people each year between May and October. It has been designated as a Protected Monument of Nature, by the European Council, and is one of the most important National Parks in Greece. The gorge is 18 kilometres long and its width varies between…
Dia is a small uninhabited island located only 6 miles north of Heraklion city in Crete with picturesque bays, characterized by its barren and rocky landscape. On a clear day, the island is visible from Heraklion, as it would have been in the time of the Minoan kingdom, from the capital of Knossos. Because of this, it was sometimes identified as the island that Theseus escaped to after killing the Minotaur. Dia is the natural habitat of several protected creatures…
How about a full day cruise to the island of Chrissi? Book a tour and sail across the Libyan Sea on a 12-hour day that promises to be full of surprises. Pick-up locations are available from Heraklion or Ierapetra. In case you are not located in Ierapetra, a transfer will be available. Spending a day on the water to visit one of Europe’s southernmost Mediterranean islands is a dream come true and an experience of a lifetime. Relax in renowned…
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