Chania International Airport: 28 km distance from Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport.
Chania old town: 14.5 km distance from the most picturesque city of Crete with the famous venetian harbor.
Balos Beach: 38 km
Falasarna Beach: 38 km
Elafonissi Beach: 55 km
Entrance of Samaria Gorge: 38 km
Away from flooding tourist masses you can discover the amazing beaches Crete has to offer. You can find a sense of calm and tranquil scenery for you to relax. The crystal clear waters and the clean sand are the reasons why this many beaches on this coast are awarded a blue flag every year.
The Old Venetian harbor with the famous ancient lighthouse, will definitely attract you to stroll leisurely back in time, by walking through a mix of Cretan, Venetian and Ottoman beautiful narrow alleys.
The magnificent Chania old town is the most photographed spot in Crete. The heart of Chania is beating here during summer, full of coffee shops, bars and restaurants with Cretan food specialties, as well as preserved historical monuments from different time periods.
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It really worth a visit if you are in the area of Chania to visit the Archaeological Museum of Chania which recently housed in an iconic building constituting a landmark for the whole city.
The area around Caretta Beach Hotel is home to several charming villages where guests can experience the authentic culture and traditions of Crete.
The nearby Gerani Village offers a peaceful setting surrounded by olive groves and small traditional tavernas. Maleme Village, located a few minutes away, combines beautiful seaside views with historical significance from the Battle of Crete, and is home to the German War Cemetery.
A short drive inland, Vouves Village is famous for its ancient olive tree, believed to be over 3,000 years old, as well as a small museum dedicated to the island's olive oil tradition. Nearby Kolymbari features a picturesque harbor, excellent seafood tavernas, and the historic Gonia Monastery.
Visiting these villages offers a wonderful opportunity to discover authentic Cretan hospitality, local cuisine, and traditional island life.
Samaria National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in the White Mountains of Crete, draws tens of thousands of visitors per year to hike the spectacular gorge at its center. While it's not the only gorge in the area, Samaria Gorge is by far the biggest-in fact, it's Europe's second-largest canyon overall.Believed to be one of the most scenic national parks in Europe, this gorge stretches more than 10 miles to the south coastal region and offers many hiking trails.You can't visit Crete without explore the spectacular Gorge of Samaria.
