Elafonisi

Elafonisi is one of the most breathtaking beaches on Crete Island. Its clear blue waters, pink sand, and its unique landscape attract thousands of visitors every year.
It has been ranked as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Along with the surrounding shores, it belongs to the Natura network because of its unique natural beauty.
A few years ago, Elafonisi beach was not that popular. Only a few people knew about its existence. One could enjoy the sea, the sweet breeze, and the singing of cicadas.
Nowadays, it has become popular, and it is a must-see for all visitors to Crete.

Unique Lagoon on west coast

Balos

Balos lagoon in west coast of Crete is an amazing spot to visit. It’s a must and it’s totally worth its reputation.
The area forms a lagoon with very shallow waters, suitable for all ages. You can arrive at Balos lagoon either by car or by boat.
Well-known, famous, photographed, dreamy, heavenly, unique, are only some of the characteristics of the lagoon of Balos. You just have to visit it and see on your own that it is one of the most beautiful Greek regions.
Balos lagoon has shallow, warm waters with a bright turquoise color.The beach of Balos has also a stunning color, as in many places on the beach, the sand is pinkish, due to the countless broken shells.

The Longest and most impressive Gorge in Europe

The gorge of Samaria is situated in the National park of Samaria, in the White Mountains in West Crete.
This majestuous gorge is considered one of the great attractions of Crete and many tourists want to visit it.
But you must realise that it is a long (5 to 7 hours) walk on rough terrain so you will need to have a certain degree of fitness and walking experience in order to enjoy it.

Island used for Leper colony

Spinalonga, a small island in the Gulf of Elounda in north-eastern Crete, was used to isolate people affected by leprosy from 1903 to 1957.
In 1901, the Cretan government passed a decree for the isolation of people affected by leprosy and established Spinalonga as the location for the colony.

Center of Minoan Civilisation

Knossos Palace is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Crete. It is located about 5 km south of Heraklion, and can easily be reached by car or bus.
The palace was first built during the Neolithic period, but it saw its greatest expansion during the Minoan period.
Knossos was the largest and most important palace of the Minoan civilization.