Do Crete like a local

Stunning beaches, mysterious islands, food and wine tours, and unforgettable hikes [Flights]( [Hotels]( [Car rental]( [Skyscanner]( Spotlight on... Crete [Crete] [Crete] The largest of the Greek Islands, Crete has long been a destination of choice for its idyllic beaches, incredible history, coastal villages, old-town charm, watersports, sailing, fresh cuisine and far beyond. With so much to offer, we’ve picked out just a few of the most-loved activities and adventures on this vibrant and utterly captivating island.Enjoy! ⛰ Climb the stunning Samaria gorge Hike in the shadow of Crete’s White Mountains as you adventure through the Samaria Gorge National Park. Hike up lush trails, swim in cool natural pools and take a break in traditional mountain villages. ⛵️ Visit the abandoned Spinalonga island Departing from Agios Nikolaos, a small boat will take you to this tiny island with a fascinating history – from Arab raids, Venetian conquest, and Ottoman occupation to its last use as a leper colony ending in 1957. 🌿 Learn to cook Cretan style Want to try your hand at Cretan cuisine? You'll find a ton of friendly cooking classes. Make a day of it and forage for fresh ingredients before cooking up a storm for a full, farm-to-fork experience. [Find flights]( Know before you go [Visit in September] [Visit in September] [Visit in September]( For sunshine, warm seas, and smaller crowds, try Crete in September. You’ll still have longer, warmer days but with cheaper prices on many hotels and less competition for Crete’s most popular attractions. [Find flights >]( [Stay in Chania] [Stay in Chania] Stay in Chania If you’re looking for the best beaches, the west coast is a great choice and Chania is one of its main towns. In addition to Chania's beach, explore its venetian harbor, beautiful buildings and plenty of bars and restaurants. [Find hotels >]( [Travel hack: rent a car] [Travel hack: rent a car] Travel hack: rent a car If you can drive and you're willing to, it’s a great idea to rent a car for at least some of your stay. There’s a lot to see in Crete and it’s all pretty spread out, so driving will help you do more with your time. Plan a trip [Flights]( [Flights]( [Flights]( [Hotels]( [Hotels]( [Hotels]( [Car rental]( [Car rental]( [Car rental]( [Flights]( [Hotels]( [Car rental]( We don’t have a home airport on record for you so we’ve automatically set it to New York John F. Kennedy. [Change your home airport here.]( Registered​ Office:​ Skyscanner​ Limited,​ Level​ 5,​ Ilona​ Rose​ House,​ Manette​ Street,​ London​ W1D​ 4AL,​ United​ Kingdom. UK Company Number: 04217916; VAT Registration Number: GB 208148618 [Unsubscribe]( [Edit My Preferences]( [Privacy Policy]( [Contact Us]( [Global Partner of the 2024 Solheim Cup]( [Solheim Cup 2024]( [Skyscanner](