Kato Gouves
Beach resort on the north coast east of Heraklion.
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Start your winter day trip in the fishing village of Plaka, one of the most beautiful places in Eastern Crete. From here, you can admire Spinalonga Island, standing quietly in the calm waters of Mirabello Bay.
If the weather allows, take a short boat trip to Spinalonga.Walk through the old Venetian fortress and discover the stories of the people who once lived there. The atmosphere is peaceful full of history.
After your visit, continue to Agios Nikolaos, the charming capital of Lassithi. In winter,the town is calm and welcoming.Walk around Voulismeni Lake, explore local shops.
Returning we stopped at a traditional olive oil park. See how locals produce extra virgin olive oil and taste other Cretan products made from olives. This visit offers a warm genuine experience of local life and flavors.
This half-day tour combines history, culture,things to do and see, and authentic Cretan taste for travelers who wish to discover the real Crete in a simple,comfortable and friendly way.
Beach resort on the north coast east of Heraklion.
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A handful of sandy beaches along Kato Gouves, easy and popular with families.
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One of the largest aquariums in the Mediterranean.
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Coastal village east of Heraklion, home of the Cretaquarium.
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Inland village above the beach resort of Kato Gouves.
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A big sandy beach at the mouth of the Aposelemis river, with a small wetland full of birds.
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A huge cave and ancient Minoan sanctuary.
Caves · Hersonissos
Seaside village east of Heraklion, next to a Minoan villa.
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A family resort beach with free sunbeds, showers and steady wind for watersports.
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A small unorganised local beach with views of Dia island and planes landing.
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A string of small sandy beaches with lifeguards and shallow, light blue water.
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A Minoan villa full of ceremonial axes.
Archaeological sites · Heraklion
Small sandy beaches in front of big resorts, with a rocky seabed that is good for snorkelling.
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The eastern end of the long Karteros beach, close to town with beach bars and soft sand.
Sandy beaches · Heraklion
A sandy beach east of town popular with SUP and kite surfers, with beach bars on one side.
Sandy beaches · Hersonissos
Discover the seaside village of Elounda and walk amongst history on the island of Spinalonga.
2 hours · Admission not includedLast stop the capital town of Lasithi, Agios Nikolaos. Relax in a cafe next to the bottomless Lake of Voulismeni and enjoy your walk to the local shops.
2 hoursStart your winter day trip in the fishing village of Plaka, one of the most beautiful places in Eastern Crete.
1 hourHotel pick-up and drop off in Malia, Stalis, Hersonisos, Anissaras, Analypsi, Gouves, Gournes,Heraklio, Ammoudara, Agia Pelagia or Lygaria, Fodele.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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