A tiny hamlet hidden between the two beach resorts Kalyves and Almyrida. There is a small pebble cove, from where you can see the island of Karga, which is a natural reserve for many bird species. There is also the 19 century architecture of the temple of the Virgin Mary, built on the site of […]
Kalyves is a beach resort and yet still an agricultural market centre. It is a working village, where irrespective of tourism, village life goes on. There are two main beaches; the quieter one at the western end of the village (opposite the SYNKA supermarket) and the busier one at the harbour end. On foot it […]
Dimitris Taverna in Almyrida is a traditional family tavern with great fresh food and fresh cretan products , The tavern located infront of the beautiful beach of Almyrida and you can share unique moments with friend and your family. The specialty of the menu is the famus fish soup that you must try once you […]
A beautiful traditional Cretan village. Evidence of its ancient history and settlements is throughout the village and its narrow, winding lanes and streets. From the mulberry trees planted around the village by the Turks, to the Byzantine wells and Roman tombs on the outskirts of the village and the Venetian arches of the old olive […]
Tiny blue and white village on the South Coast of Crete. You can only reach this calm place on earth bu boat or bu foot. Walk from Aia Roumeli or Chora Sfakion on the european walking trail to Loutro. Enjoy one of the good fish tavernas. On the way walking from Chora Sfakia to Loutro […]
The Gorge of Samariá (GR: Φαράγγι Σαμαριάς) is located in the south-west Lefká óri (GR: Λευκά όρη = White Mountains) in the province of Sfakia of the Hania prefecture. It is surrounded by high mountain peaks such as Gigilos (2080m), Volakias (2116m), Melindaou (2153m), Avlimonakas (1806m) and others. Its northern (high) entrance is in the […]
Preveli is located about 35km south of Rethymno and 10km east of Plakias. Beach of Preveli, also known as Lake Preveli or Phoenix, is located at the exit of the imposing Kourtaliotikos Gorge, where the Great River (Megas Potamos) is flowing. It is certainly the most famous beach in southern Crete, accepting thousands of visitors every […]
Local Olive press in Tsivaras of the Melissakis family producing every winter high quality olive oil of the Cretan olive variety Koroneiki. Book your olive oils tasting and factory tour: Melissakis olive oil factory in Tsivaras +30 28250 31229 Go on a hiking tour through the olive groves with an olive oil tasting at the […]
The mysterious lake of Kournas is at the very eastern end of the area Apokoronas close to the beach resort of Georgeoupolis. Just a short drive inland lays this lake with its different shades of blue at the foot of impressive moutnains. You can eat in one of the good tavernas, hire a little boat […]
Little Souri village is a n assembly of houses in the beautiful Nature setting of Apokoronas. From the village you have stunning sea and mountain views and can enjoy nature and a relaxed atmosphere. The beaches of Kalyves, Almyrida and Georgeoupolis are just a short drive away. The village of Vamos with its cafes, tavernas […]
