Piskopiano
Hillside village just above Hersonissos with views over the coast.
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Discover the wild Cretan highlands, off beaten paths secret villages and amazing breathtaking views.
Hillside village just above Hersonissos with views over the coast.
All villages & towns · Hersonissos
Small hillside village above Hersonissos, popular for evening dinners.
All villages & towns · Hersonissos
The original village of Hersonissos, uphill from the resort.
All villages & towns · Hersonissos
The busy town beach of Hersonissos, sand, sunbeds and a promenade full of cafes.
Sandy beaches · Hersonissos
A big resort with a small harbour.
All villages & towns · Hersonissos
A chain of little coves between Cape Sarantari and Hersonissos, from busy to almost secret.
Sandy beaches · Hersonissos
The easiest to reach of the Limanakia coves near Hersonissos, calm and very blue.
Sandy beaches · Hersonissos
Old Cretan village life near Hersonissos.
Museums · Hersonissos
A sheltered cove of almost white sand below the cliffs at Cape Sarantari.
Sandy beaches · Hersonissos
Small sandy beaches in front of big resorts, with a rocky seabed that is good for snorkelling.
Sandy beaches · Hersonissos
A family resort beach with free sunbeds, showers and steady wind for watersports.
Sandy beaches · Hersonissos
A long sandy beach between Hersonissos and Malia, a bit more relaxed and family friendly.
Sandy beaches · Hersonissos
Beach resort between Hersonissos and Malia.
All villages & towns · Hersonissos
A big sandy beach at the mouth of the Aposelemis river, with a small wetland full of birds.
Sandy beaches · Hersonissos
Off road driving among rich Cretan flora to a panoramic fantastic view of Aposelemis lake and the sunken village of Sfentili.
10 minutesAvdou Village, were we visit an olive oil factory for some tasting as well as to be informed how olive oil is made. You will have the chance to walk in the small alleys of this beautiful village and get some time for refreshment at the local café before our day continues.
30 minutesLassithi Plateau where an exciting off road begins. Soon after, a unique panoramic view and the north coast of Crete reveal. We will stop for the second photo of the day in order to enjoy the breathtaking view, if we are lucky we’ll see live the Cretan vulture that often is spotted in flocks in these mountains.
15 minutesOn the foot of Dikti Mountains and drive through various traditional villages on our way to Kastelli, where on the flowering terrace of a local tavern we will enjoy a delicious stone-oven cooked lunch.
1 hourAn important Minoan site, and get informed about its history through the years from our guides.
30 minutesThe last part of our route drives us all the way to the North Cretan Sea, at a sandy beach where we will get the chance to swim or enjoy a drink at the beach bar.
1 hourPlease contact us for preferred location.
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Private Chef ExperienceBreakfast, lunch or dinner cooked and served at your villaSee the menus
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Cooking LessonsLearn Cretan cooking, for beginners and keen cooksBook a lesson
Delivery ServicesHomemade meals delivered to your villaOrder meals
Nostos Irish Cafe BarIrish pub atmosphere in Piskopiano, every season since 2001See the bar
Guinness on draught & cocktailsIrish spirits, draught beers and bar snacksSee the bar
Music, your requests & football16 Europe Street, Piskopiano (Hersonissos)Find us