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Travel to Crete
Situated off the coast of Greece and only a few hours by plane from the UK, the island of Crete is a heavenly and mythical destination, ideal for those looking for a different setting; one where cultures meet and the magnificent alternates with the wild. To experience a holiday in Crete is to plunge into thousands of years of history, where the ancient gods rub shoulders with legendary civilisation, as witnessed by the ruins of Knossos not far from the splendid city of Heraklion, the ramparts of Rethymon and the incredible fortress of Frangokastello. However, Crete is more than vestiges of history; it is also a paradise where nature-lovers will be transported to Heaven, with the gorges of Samaria, the isle of Elafonissi and the plateau of Lassithi. To holiday in Crete is to also enjoy a hospitable and warm people, the discovery of little neighbouring villages where life is lived in time with the seasons and in line with the sun. You will adore strolling through Agios Nikolaos, Loutro and Matala, or discovering the less touristic regions such as the Messara plain.
Guide to travelling in Crete
To organise and prepare a trip to Crete is not always an easy job these days, in spite of the island’s proximity. In order to help and support you as best we can in the adventure, the whole of the Evaneos team, together with your local English speaking agent (an expert on the destination), are delighted to make a practical and reliable on-line tool available for you: the holiday guide to Crete! In it you will find everything you need to know before your departure: the admin formalities (what papers to bring, etc.), the best times to travel there and advice on accommodation (hotel, camping, inns, hostels, etc.), as well as a vast selection of itineraries designed to meet your requirements. So, if you don’t want to miss out on anything, you will find a programme of “What not to miss”, while the “Off the beaten track” section will offer you lesser-known alternatives that are just as great. The Evaneos.com special guide to Crete: your best holiday companion!
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The best time to go to Crete is between April and October. Although the beaches are packed in July and August, the climate is lovely, the water just the right temperature and the evenings warm. The shoulder seasons are ideal for hiking. Avoid travelling between November and March, when everything closes earlier and it can rain.
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Traveller reviews of their trip to Crete
Xanthi
We loved Agios Nikolaos. The weather was perfect, sometimes too windy to be on the beach, but we got a lot of sun and swimming. The food was excellent. It was easy to get to see other places if we were so inclined.
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I was intrigued by the Evaneos pitch that I could get a tailored itinerary by a local expert and I wanted to put that to the test -- I actually picked Crete based on the Petassos description catching my attention while browsing the Evaneos website. We were able to arrange a tailored itinerary as was promised. Our itinerary coupled a few guided days with driver together with a longer self-guided hiking trip. We were very pleased with how it all turned out. Chryssa and Petassos provided great support/communications during the visit to help us with a few questions and needs that came up along the way.
I will be writing one or more blog articles about our experiences at www.primepassages.com
See moreRussell
Went along central and eastern Crete to every site possible and then some more!
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Transportation to in Crete is not included in the price of your trip. You can easily book it at any time through one of our partners.
