4+1 Reasons to Fall in Love with Crete

Crete, the largest island in Greece, enchants visitors with its rich history, natural beauty, delicious cuisine, and warm hospitality. This island boasts so many "faces" and secrets that no matter how many times you visit, you'll always discover something new. Here are the 4+1 main reasons why you'll fall in love with Crete... and we're sure there are many more!

1. Culture: Few islands boast such a long and rich history! Crete is the cradle of the Minoan civilization, one of the first advanced civilizations in Europe. Explore the Minoan palaces of Knossos, Phaistos, Malia, and Zakros, the archaeological sites of ancient Gortyn, Eleutherna, Lyttos, Aptera, Falasarna, Spinalonga, and the Venetian harbors of Chania, Heraklion, and Rethymno.

2. Gastronomy: Cretan cuisine is a reason in itself to visit the island. Based on fresh local produce, herbs, and olive oil, it is one of the most flavorful cuisines in the world. Try traditional delicacies such as snails cooked in wine, apaki (smoked pork), kalitsounia (cheese pies), Sfakian pies, and antikristo (roasted lamb), and accompany your meal with raki, like the locals do!

3. Old towns and traditional villages: For an atmosphere of another era! Wander through the picturesque alleys of Chania and Rethymno and admire the Venetian and Ottoman architecture. Or discover authentic Cretan culture in the mountain villages, such as Archanes, Zaros, and Asites in Heraklion, Vamos and Chora Sfakion in Chania, Anogia, Axos, and Margarites in Rethymno, and Makrygialos and Kritsa in Lasithi.

4. Nature and beaches: Explore the majestic mountains, the impressive gorges of Samaria and Imbros, the caves, the lakes of Kournas and Preveli, and the plateaus of Lasithi and Nida. Swim in the magical waters and relax on the soft sand of countless beaches in Crete, such as Balos, Falasarna, Elafonisi, Ammoudara, and Elounda.

+1. Our programs: Experience Crete in a unique way through our organized programs that combine hiking, gastronomy, exploration, and relaxation.

• Truffle hunting with a dog: An original experience in nature that combines truffle hunting with hiking.
• Night ascent to Psiloritis: Experience a unique hiking experience under the starry sky.
• Hike in the fjord and wine tasting at the Holy Trinity Monastery: Discover the natural beauty of the area and enjoy local wines.
• Chania Food Tour: The Hiker's Snack: Get to know Chania through its flavors and prepare for hiking adventures.
• Private Tour to the Samaria Gorge: Explore one of the largest and most famous gorges in Europe with an experienced guide.
• Multi-day hiking trips: Choose between different routes that combine hiking, exploration, and relaxation.