{"id":44702,"date":"2023-11-30T08:36:10","date_gmt":"2023-11-30T08:36:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/?p=44702"},"modified":"2024-07-27T14:35:02","modified_gmt":"2024-07-27T14:35:02","slug":"the-best-of-western-crete-in-one-week","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/the-best-of-western-crete-in-one-week\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best of Western Crete in One Week"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"last-updated\"><span><\/span> Last updated on July 27th, 2024 at 02:35 pm <\/p><div class=\"etoc\"><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor: pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #555555;color:#555555\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #555555;color:#555555\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/the-best-of-western-crete-in-one-week\/#practical-information-for-visiting-west-crete\" title=\"Practical information for visiting West Crete\">Practical information for visiting West Crete<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/the-best-of-western-crete-in-one-week\/#weather\" title=\"Weather\">Weather<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/the-best-of-western-crete-in-one-week\/#transport\" title=\"Transport\">Transport<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/the-best-of-western-crete-in-one-week\/#tourism-infrastructure\" title=\"Tourism infrastructure\">Tourism infrastructure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/the-best-of-western-crete-in-one-week\/#shopping\" title=\"Shopping\">Shopping<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/the-best-of-western-crete-in-one-week\/#health\" title=\"Health\">Health<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/the-best-of-western-crete-in-one-week\/#activities-in-western-crete-%e2%80%93-day-1-a-day-in-chania\" title=\"Activities in Western Crete &#8211; Day 1 A day in Chania\">Activities in Western Crete &#8211; Day 1 A day in Chania<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/the-best-of-western-crete-in-one-week\/#2nd-day-a-pleasant-day-on-the-way-to-the-akrotiri-monasteries\" title=\"2nd day A pleasant day on the way to the Akrotiri monasteries\">2nd day A pleasant day on the way to the Akrotiri monasteries<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/the-best-of-western-crete-in-one-week\/#agia-triada\" title=\"Agia Triada\">Agia Triada<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/the-best-of-western-crete-in-one-week\/#panagia-halandrian\" title=\"Panagia Halandrian\">Panagia Halandrian<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/the-best-of-western-crete-in-one-week\/#3rd-day-a-day-trip-to-balos-and-the-island-of-gramvoussa\" title=\"3rd day A day trip to Balos and the island of Gramvoussa\">3rd day A day trip to Balos and the island of Gramvoussa<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/the-best-of-western-crete-in-one-week\/#4th-day-elafonissi-is-a-beautiful-beach-resort-on-the-western-coast-of-crete\" title=\"4th day Elafonissi is a beautiful beach resort on the western coast of Crete.\">4th day Elafonissi is a beautiful beach resort on the western coast of Crete.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/the-best-of-western-crete-in-one-week\/#5th-and-6th-day-two-days-to-discover-the-beauty-of-the-gorges\" title=\"5th and 6th day Two days to discover the beauty of the gorges\">5th and 6th day Two days to discover the beauty of the gorges<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/the-best-of-western-crete-in-one-week\/#7th-day-rethymnon-is-a-small-city-in-crete-full-of-surprises\" title=\"7th day Rethymnon is a small city in Crete full of surprises\">7th day Rethymnon is a small city in Crete full of surprises<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/the-best-of-western-crete-in-one-week\/#more-about-greece\" title=\"More About Greece\">More About Greece<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"first-par\">Western Crete is the largest region on the island of Crete. If you have only a week&#8217;s vacation, it&#8217;s best to concentrate on a single region, or risk spending a lot of time in transport. We suggest you visit Western Crete in one week.<\/p>\n<p>We&#8217;ve created a detailed itinerary based on one week&#8217;s travel that you can use when planning your trip. You&#8217;ll find that Western Crete is the most diverse region as far as landscapes and people.<\/p>\n<p>You can expect picturesque beaches, dramatic cliffs, lush valleys, astonishing rock formations, and verdant vineyards all within an hour or so drive from the sea.<\/p>\n<p>Here is a suggested itinerary for exploring Western Crete:<\/p>\n<div class=\"narrow-box\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong><em>Day 1:<\/em><\/strong> A day in Chania.<\/li>\n<li><strong><em>2nd day:<\/em><\/strong> A pleasant day on the way to the Akrotiri monasteries.<\/li>\n<li><strong><em>3rd day:<\/em><\/strong> A day trip to Balos and the island of Gramvoussa.<\/li>\n<li><strong><em>4th day:<\/em><\/strong> Elafonissi is a beautiful beach resort on the western coast of Crete.<\/li>\n<li><strong><em>5th and 6th day:<\/em><\/strong> Two days to discover the beauty of the gorges.<\/li>\n<li><strong><em>7th day:<\/em><\/strong> Rethymnon is a small city in Crete full of surprises.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Practical information for visiting West Crete<\/h2>\n<p>West Crete is a part of the prefecture of Chania and covers the western part of the island. It is characterized by its mild climate, sandy beaches and mountainous landscape with olive groves. The western coast of Crete has long been regarded as one of the most beautiful regions in Greece.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Here are some practical information:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Weather<\/h3>\n<p>The weather in Crete is typically Mediterranean, with mild winters and hot summers. The average temperature in January is 8\u00b0C (46\u00b0F), but there can be snowfalls on the mountain peaks. In July, the average temperature is 25\u00b0C (77\u00b0F). However, it can get very hot during the day and quite cool at night.<\/p>\n<h3>Transport<\/h3>\n<p>West Crete is easily accessible by car, bus or boat. The most scenic route is by boat from the port of Chania to Agios Nikolaos. There are also daily ferries from Piraeus via Kythira island, and frequent buses from Athens and other cities in mainland Greece.<\/p>\n<h3>Tourism infrastructure<\/h3>\n<p>Tourism has traditionally been the main economic activity in West Crete, which has a variety of accommodation options and facilities for visitors. The region&#8217;s main tourist attraction is its beautiful beaches, which are among the best in Greece. There are also many archaeological sites such as Knossos and Phaistos, as well as medieval towns like Chania and Rethymno with their Venetian architecture.<\/p>\n<h3>Shopping<\/h3>\n<p>There are some excellent shopping opportunities in West Crete, particularly for jewelry, pottery and local produce such as olive oil. The island has several traditional markets where you can buy everything from fresh fruit and vegetables to clothes and souvenirs.<\/p>\n<h3>Health<\/h3>\n<p>West Crete is one of the sunniest parts of Greece, so make sure you pack plenty of sunscreen if you plan on spending time outdoors during your holiday. You should also take out insurance before traveling as medical treatment can be expensive in Greece if you don&#8217;t have cover.<\/p>\n<h2>Activities in Western Crete &#8211; Day 1: A day in Chania<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_44711\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"width: 1140px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/sudweeks1-Flickr-Old-Venetian-harbor-Chania-Crete-Greece.webp\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-44711 size-large\" title=\"The Old Venetian harbor, Chania Crete Greece\" src=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/sudweeks1-Flickr-Old-Venetian-harbor-Chania-Crete-Greece-1140x760.webp\" alt=\"The Old Venetian harbor, Chania Crete Greece\" width=\"1140\" height=\"760\" srcset=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/sudweeks1-Flickr-Old-Venetian-harbor-Chania-Crete-Greece-1140x760.webp 1140w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/sudweeks1-Flickr-Old-Venetian-harbor-Chania-Crete-Greece-700x466.webp 700w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/sudweeks1-Flickr-Old-Venetian-harbor-Chania-Crete-Greece-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/sudweeks1-Flickr-Old-Venetian-harbor-Chania-Crete-Greece-1536x1023.webp 1536w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/sudweeks1-Flickr-Old-Venetian-harbor-Chania-Crete-Greece-272x182.webp 272w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/sudweeks1-Flickr-Old-Venetian-harbor-Chania-Crete-Greece.webp 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1140px) 100vw, 1140px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">The Old Venetian harbor, Chania Crete Greece &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/ssudweeks\/41856496321\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\u0392y sudweeks1 on Flickr<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Chania is a town in western Crete that offers many museums and historic buildings, as well as churches. The city also boasts a lively nightlife, which is why many people choose to stay here for a few days before continuing their journey around the island.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re traveling with children, you&#8217;ll be glad to know that there are plenty of activities for them in this town. You could take them to the Archaeological Museum or the Municipal Art Gallery, which both house interesting collections of artifacts from ancient times. Children will also enjoy visiting the zoo on Kastelli Hill or seeing the famous Viglia (watchtower).<\/p>\n<p>Chania&#8217;s old town has many places worth visiting, including Venetian mansions such as Palazzo Bonaparte and Palazzo Labarba Santoro; as well as other buildings like the Cathedral of Agios Prokopios or Byzantine churches like Agia Paraskevi.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Practical tips:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"narrow-box\">\n<ul>\n<li>We recommend staying in the picturesque old town center. There&#8217;s plenty of individual accommodation on offer, as well as some very nice little hotels.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2>2nd day: A pleasant day on the way to the Akrotiri monasteries<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_44712\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"width: 1140px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Thomas-Huston-Flickr-Akrotiri-monasteries.webp\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-44712 size-large\" title=\"Akrotiri monasteries in Crete\" src=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Thomas-Huston-Flickr-Akrotiri-monasteries-1140x760.webp\" alt=\"Akrotiri monasteries in Crete\" width=\"1140\" height=\"760\" srcset=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Thomas-Huston-Flickr-Akrotiri-monasteries-1140x760.webp 1140w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Thomas-Huston-Flickr-Akrotiri-monasteries-700x466.webp 700w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Thomas-Huston-Flickr-Akrotiri-monasteries-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Thomas-Huston-Flickr-Akrotiri-monasteries-1536x1023.webp 1536w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Thomas-Huston-Flickr-Akrotiri-monasteries-272x182.webp 272w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Thomas-Huston-Flickr-Akrotiri-monasteries.webp 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1140px) 100vw, 1140px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Akrotiri monasteries &#8211; By <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/thomasphuston\/5967826413\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Thomas Huston on Flickr<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>From Chania, we highly recommend a day trip to the monasteries on the Akrotiri peninsula, east of Chania. Just a short drive from the airport, you&#8217;ll discover several little wonders.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s well worth visiting four different monasteries on this trip: Timios Prodromos and Agios Nikolaos Prodromos, both nearby; Agia Triada and Panagia Halandriani.<\/p>\n<p>Timios Prodromos is easily accessible from Chania by car or taxi and is open daily from 8 am-3 pm (entry fee). The other three monasteries can be visited only on Sundays from 10 am-1 pm (free entry).<\/p>\n<p>If you start your journey at 8 am, you should have plenty of time to visit all four monasteries before heading back to Chania for lunch.<\/p>\n<h3>Agia Triada<\/h3>\n<p>Agia Triada (Sainte Trinit\u00e9) is a monastery founded in the 17th century by two Venetian monks who converted to Orthodoxy. Set at the end of a cypress alley, amidst fields of olive trees, this orange-hued monastery is superb.<\/p>\n<p>Inside, you&#8217;ll find a flower-filled courtyard, cats purring in the shade of lemon trees, a shady cloister, and a beautiful three-domed church&#8230; all of which add up to an atmosphere full of tranquility and solemnity. A small museum displays beautiful icons and manuscripts.<\/p>\n<p>After a short drive through the olive groves, you&#8217;ll find yourself at the end of a winding road. This is Agios Governetou, one of the many monasteries that dot the island&#8217;s landscape. It was built in 1542 and is named after an icon of the Virgin Mary that was discovered here.<\/p>\n<p>The monastery is still inhabited by monks today and can be reached by walking down a dirt path or driving down a narrow road. The beauty lies in its simplicity: just square walls, arched windows, and a small rectangular bell tower.<\/p>\n<p>As soon as you arrive, you&#8217;ll hear bells ringing from inside the church. Inside, there are no other signs of life besides some baklava for sale at the entrance. The interior is simple yet elegant with beautiful proportions and columns supporting arches that divide each side into three sections: one central aisle flanked by two lateral ones.<\/p>\n<p>The most impressive part of this monastery is its central dome painted with gold leaf depicting Christ Pantocrator surrounded by 12 apostles representing each month of the year according to their birth dates (January = Andrew, February = Peter, etc.)<\/p>\n<h3>Panagia Halandrian<\/h3>\n<p>The church is dedicated to the Virgin Mary and was built in 1742 by yeomen who lived in the area. The church was damaged during the Turkish occupation of Athens (1821-1830) and then again in 1833 when it was destroyed by a fire that also affected many other buildings in Halandri.<\/p>\n<p>According to tradition, after a powerful earthquake destroyed much of the city and its suburbs in July 1955, a miraculous icon of Our Lady appeared on a rock near the church. When people went to see it they found that it had been carved into a small chapel with natural light coming through two holes where eyes would be located.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Practical tips:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"narrow-box\">\n<ul>\n<li>The peninsula is poorly served by public transport, so you&#8217;ll have to get there by car.<\/li>\n<li>Bring a picnic and water, as there are no restaurants on site.<\/li>\n<li>Access to the sea allows you to swim at the end of the peninsula, so don&#8217;t forget your beach gear.<\/li>\n<li>For the walk to Katolico monastery, allow enough time to climb back up from sea level.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2>3rd day: A day trip to Balos and the island of Gramvoussa<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_44710\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"width: 1140px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/sarah_c_murray-Flickr-island-of-Gramvoussa.webp\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-44710 size-large\" title=\"The Island of Gramvoussa\" src=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/sarah_c_murray-Flickr-island-of-Gramvoussa-1140x760.webp\" alt=\"The Island of Gramvoussa\" width=\"1140\" height=\"760\" srcset=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/sarah_c_murray-Flickr-island-of-Gramvoussa-1140x760.webp 1140w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/sarah_c_murray-Flickr-island-of-Gramvoussa-700x466.webp 700w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/sarah_c_murray-Flickr-island-of-Gramvoussa-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/sarah_c_murray-Flickr-island-of-Gramvoussa-1536x1023.webp 1536w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/sarah_c_murray-Flickr-island-of-Gramvoussa-272x182.webp 272w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/sarah_c_murray-Flickr-island-of-Gramvoussa-728x486.webp 728w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/sarah_c_murray-Flickr-island-of-Gramvoussa-364x243.webp 364w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/sarah_c_murray-Flickr-island-of-Gramvoussa-520x346.webp 520w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/sarah_c_murray-Flickr-island-of-Gramvoussa-260x173.webp 260w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/sarah_c_murray-Flickr-island-of-Gramvoussa.webp 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1140px) 100vw, 1140px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">The Island of Gramvoussa &#8211; By <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/sarah_c_murray\/9378486180\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Sarah C Murray on Flickr<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If you want to experience a unique landscape, we recommend this organized excursion from Chania: a day trip to Gramvoussa via Balos Bay. This day trip by boat will take you along the fine white sands of some of the most beautiful beaches of western Crete you&#8217;ve ever seen.<\/p>\n<p>Located at the extreme northwest of Crete, the island of Imeri Gramvoussa had a privileged position from which to observe ships. For this reason, a fortress was erected by the Venetians in the 16th century. It can only be reached by sea, thanks to cruise ships departing from Kastelli Kissamos.<\/p>\n<p>A little further south, and accessible by both land and sea, is the extraordinary Balos lagoon. It lies at the foot of the island of Tigani. Its blue-graded waters and white sand are well worth a visit. The beach is located at the end of an 8km track, and you have to walk a further 2km to find the beach.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Practical tips<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"narrow-box\">\n<ul>\n<li>There are no restaurants on the island of Gramvoussa, or Balos beach.<\/li>\n<li>Plan either a picnic or a stopover at Kastelli Kissamos, where there is a pleasant beach and a good restaurant.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2>4th day: Elafonissi is a beautiful beach resort on the western coast of Crete.<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_44707\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"width: 1140px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/dronepicr-Flickr-Elafonissi.webp\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-44707 size-large\" title=\"Elafonisi Beach in Crete\" src=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/dronepicr-Flickr-Elafonissi-1140x760.webp\" alt=\"Elafonisi Beach in Crete\" width=\"1140\" height=\"760\" srcset=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/dronepicr-Flickr-Elafonissi-1140x760.webp 1140w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/dronepicr-Flickr-Elafonissi-700x466.webp 700w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/dronepicr-Flickr-Elafonissi-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/dronepicr-Flickr-Elafonissi-1536x1023.webp 1536w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/dronepicr-Flickr-Elafonissi-272x182.webp 272w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/dronepicr-Flickr-Elafonissi.webp 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1140px) 100vw, 1140px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Elafonisi &#8211; By <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/132646954@N02\/50657656883\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Dronepicr on Flickr<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Elafonissi is a small resort in the south of Crete, close to Matala and Agia Galini. It has a long stretch of white sand beach, but it&#8217;s quite popular with tourists.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re coming from the north, we highly recommend taking the road overlooking the Topolia Gorge. Don&#8217;t hesitate to admire them by stopping off at the Agia Sofia cave. Not only does it offer a splendid panorama, but it&#8217;s freely accessible and children love to play explorer.<\/p>\n<p>The beach at Elafonissi is impressive. Again, white sand (almost pink, in the light of the setting sun) and crystal-clear sea. Opposite, a small island can be reached on foot across the sand. The beach, however, is very popular with tourists and beach umbrellas in summer. It can also be extremely windy.<\/p>\n<p>A little further away, and less touristy, is the small wild beach of Kedrodassos.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Practical tips:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"narrow-box\">\n<ul>\n<li>Elafonissi has a restaurant on site, but there is little shade and it is very hot.<\/li>\n<li>If you want to enjoy the sea, it&#8217;s best to do so at the end of the day.<\/li>\n<li>To make a loop, you can return via the West Coast road, which is superb at sunset.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2>5th and 6th day: Two days to discover the beauty of the gorges<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_44708\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"width: 1140px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Dimitris-Agelakis-Flickr-Samaria-Gorge.webp\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-44708 size-large\" title=\"Samaria Gorge Crete\" src=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Dimitris-Agelakis-Flickr-Samaria-Gorge-1140x760.webp\" alt=\"Samaria Gorge Crete\" width=\"1140\" height=\"760\" srcset=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Dimitris-Agelakis-Flickr-Samaria-Gorge-1140x760.webp 1140w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Dimitris-Agelakis-Flickr-Samaria-Gorge-700x466.webp 700w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Dimitris-Agelakis-Flickr-Samaria-Gorge-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Dimitris-Agelakis-Flickr-Samaria-Gorge-1536x1023.webp 1536w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Dimitris-Agelakis-Flickr-Samaria-Gorge-272x182.webp 272w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Dimitris-Agelakis-Flickr-Samaria-Gorge.webp 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1140px) 100vw, 1140px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Samaria Gorge &#8211; By <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/agelakis\/1097114061\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Dimitris Agelakis on Flickr<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The Samaria Gorge is a natural wonder that has to be seen to be believed. It&#8217;s one of the most impressive gorges in Europe and one of the best places to hike in Crete.<\/p>\n<p>The Samaria Gorge is located near Chania, on the west coast of Crete. The gorge reaches a depth of 1,000 meters (3,280 feet) over its length of 16 kilometers (10 miles). It&#8217;s not easily accessible though: there are no roads leading directly to it.<\/p>\n<p>The best way to visit is by booking an organized tour or taking a taxi. You can also go independently but this requires you to take a bus or car from Chania first and then walk for about 2 hours before reaching the gorge.<\/p>\n<p>This article will give you an overview of the different ways you can visit the Samaria Gorge so that you can decide which suits your interests best!<\/p>\n<p>You can spend two days hiking in Crete&#8217;s gorges. We did the Samaria Gorge, which is not accessible from Hora Sfakion. You need to get a car and drive to the other side of the island.<\/p>\n<p>But there are other gorges in Crete too. We went to the Aradena Gorge. They&#8217;re more accessible and simpler. The Imbros Gorge also offers a 2.5-hour hike, with some spectacular passages. For the latter two, it may be worth staying at Hora Sfakion. We loved Loutro, a good starting point for hikes to the Anapoli plateau.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Practical tips:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"narrow-box\">\n<ul>\n<li>Before venturing into a gorge, make sure you have all the information you need about its characteristics and accessibility. In some cases, it is possible to enter by boat (Samaria, Aradena).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2>7th day: Rethymnon is a small city in Crete full of surprises<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_44709\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"width: 1140px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Romtomtom-Flickr-Rethymnon.webp\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-44709 size-large\" title=\"Rethymnon Crete\" src=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Romtomtom-Flickr-Rethymnon-1140x760.webp\" alt=\"Rethymnon Crete\" width=\"1140\" height=\"760\" srcset=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Romtomtom-Flickr-Rethymnon-1140x760.webp 1140w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Romtomtom-Flickr-Rethymnon-700x466.webp 700w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Romtomtom-Flickr-Rethymnon-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Romtomtom-Flickr-Rethymnon-1536x1023.webp 1536w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Romtomtom-Flickr-Rethymnon-272x182.webp 272w, https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Romtomtom-Flickr-Rethymnon.webp 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1140px) 100vw, 1140px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Rethymnon &#8211; By <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/romtomtom\/4083200074\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Romtomtom on Flickr<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>On arrival in Rethymnon, you can stroll along the promenade, which runs along the sea. A little further away from the town center, you&#8217;ll find a small harbor and a beach. The old town is a fine example of a cultural melting pot. It retains the charm of a Venetian town, with its ochre tones, harbor, and middle-class houses. But the Turks also left their mark: mosques and wooden balconies.<\/p>\n<p>Don&#8217;t miss a visit to the fortress, which overlooks Rethymnon&#8217;s old town. You&#8217;ll discover a maze of narrow streets that wind up towards the fortress walls. From here you&#8217;ll be able to admire wonderful views over the old town rooftops and enjoy an ice cream at one of the many cafes in situ!<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Practical tips:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"narrow-box\">\n<ul>\n<li>Travelers can leave their cars in the outdoor parking lots and take bikes around town.<\/li>\n<li>And those who book hotels in Rethymnon&#8217;s old town will enjoy an evening walk through its lovely streets.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>Western Crete presents a rich cultural heritage and marvelous natural beauty. In a week-long trip, you will discover some of the most beautiful corners of the region while immersing yourself in its history and traditions. More importantly, you will experience a way of life that is rooted in community and tradition.<br \/>\n<div class=\"hrule clearfix\" style=\" height:1px\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"kad-spacer clearfix\" style=\"height:20px\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"narrow-box\">\n<div class=\"author-box\">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-radius: 50%; min-width: 150px;\" src=\"https:\/\/atcorfu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Peter-Konstantinos.webp\" alt=\"Peter Konstantinos\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 20px;\"><strong>AUTHOR<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Peter Konstantinos<\/strong>: I&#8217;m a travel blogger who has been traveling to Greece since 2011 and has visited almost every island and city on the mainland. 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