Chania prefecture, on the western side of Crete, is dominated by the impressive White Mountains and its famous National Park. The capital city, also called Chania, remains unchanged from the time of the Venetian Rule. It's an attractive town where modern, Venetian, and Turkish traditional architecture blend together to create a distinctive and enchanting location. The Venetian harbor of Chania is reminiscent of Venice itself, and its Old Town offers maze-like alleys with beautiful Venetian mansions, fountains, elaborate churches, and museums. It consists of five connected districts surrounding the Venetian port, and is one of the most beautiful and picturesque cities in Greece.
Chania prefecture's pristine beaches, rocky gorges and forested hills attract nature lovers. It's most renowned natural attraction, Samaria Gorge is popular among hikers. At the end of the day, the prefecture's cities (Chania in particular) come to life as residents and tourists alike pour out into the streets and the many bars and nightclubs. A drive around the prefecture will take you to Medieval Castles, small local museums that depict the local history, and even traditional restaurants where you can chat with the locals. You will frequently see them sitting in the village square enjoying a coffee under the shade of a huge tree.
A fantastic combination in Greece!. Start with a visit to Athens (the cradle of civilization and home of democracy, is a heady mix of history and edginess with iconic monuments mingle with first-rate museums) then, catch a flight to Heraklion in Crete Island with the Minoan Palace of Knossos. Continue with a Rental Car visiting enchanting Chania (famous for its old town, its 14th-century Venetian harbor, narrow streets and waterfront restaurants). This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
The most popular region of the island and boasts exceptional archaeological treasures, significant coastal settlements, a series of picturesque villages, vast valleys with olive groves and vineyards. It hosts intense nightlife close by.
Laying in central Crete, Rethymnon is a radiant mix of old and new. It has a young and lively nightlife blended with ancient monuments from long-gone days and differing cultures.
Nestled alongside beautiful Mirabello Bay (the largest natural bay in Crete), on the northeast coast in East Crete. The prefecture is well-known for its interesting archaeological sites, as well as the one-of-a-kind in Europe Palm Tree Forest at Vai beach.
The Cyclades Islands (meaning `circular islands`) are the most famous island group in the Aegean Sea that comprise some of the most stunning islands in the world! Beautiful sandy beaches, architecture in white and blue, traditional lifestyle, folk music, warm, hospitable people and barren landscapes with isolated chapels turn a trip to the Cyclades into a lifetime experience.
Only a short distance from Turkey`s Turquoise Coast in the southeastern Aegean, the Dodecanese chain of islands lies in what is called the sunniest corner of Greece. With twelve larger islands and numerous smaller uninhabited islands and islets, the Dodecanese Islands have the right mix of tourism and tradition, a fascinating history, two UNESCO World Heritage sites and stunning landscapes.
The Ionian Islands is a cluster of six isles that are linked in a chain down the west coast of Greece. It is not only stunningly scenic but also has a character of its own that is set apart from other Greek islands. These islands are much lusher and greener than most of the other Greek islands. Adventure seekers, food lovers, culture seekers and beach bums, paradise awaits you in the Ionian Islands.
The Saronic islands, which include Hydra and Aegina, are the islands closest to Athens in Greece. This group of islands is a small, relatively sheltered gulf between Attica and the Peloponnese. You could describe them as “the islands off Athens”. There are a total of about 20 islands and islets in the Saronic Gulf, of which only 6 are inhabited. These islands are best known for their rich history, wealthy captains, neoclassical architecture and cosmopolitan character.
Because of its geographical position, Greece was a crossroad of civilizations that had left their traces everywhere: the architecture of the museums and settlements, daily life, food customs, art, and the amazing scenery in the various cities the mainland has to offer. Discover the interesting cities of the mainland such as Athens, a modern city that thrives in the shadow of the Acropolis. And not to forget the ruins of Delphi, Olympia and Meteora, all reminders of the great civilization that once existed in Greece.