The natural beach of Afrathias in one of the last hidden places in Crete and at the same time close to the famous places
Tips, trips & holiday rentals in
Southern Crete
TRAVEL & ADVENTURE GUIDE
Southern Crete is famous for its wild natural beauty, exquisite cuisine and thousands of years of culture and history.
Take a ride on impressive coastal roads, past secluded bays with a view of the turquoise sea, and follow the winding country roads through the barren and lonely mountains along impressive gorges. Enjoy nature, culture, and delicious food – and adapt to the slow pace of the Cretans.
Find your ideal holiday rentals in South Crete
We help you to find your ideal holiday home, whether you are traveling with the whole family, as a large group, as a couple or single.
South Crete offers you a varied collection of holiday rentals, including charming villas with pools, secluded vacation homes by the sea, apartments in authentic villages, or romantic getaways for couples.
If you are in Crete for the first time, you have a lot to discover. There is always something new for repeat offenders.
The better the Cretans know you, the more they open their doors, and guests become friends who let them participate intensively in their impressive culture. Here we show you what a holiday in southern Crete has in store for you, where you can find and book it.
Crete is one of the most popular destinations for summer holidays, but from autumn through winter to spring, Crete is a place of tranquility
It is one of the most wonderful beaches of Crete and still a real insider tip for visitors to South Crete. The fine sandy beach
The apostle Paul preached here and the city is known for its text of the law carved in stone, the oldest text found in
Among the many artistic interests that the Matala Beach Festival organizes, Matala street painting is among the most popular among the public. The Matala streets are
A small travel agency specializing in regional hiking excursions in Matala, southern Crete, offering adventures in the rugged mountains of Mount Psiloritis, in the
A Taste of Crete
A very special place in Pitsidia is the Onira – Traumfabrik. Delicious salads, a big range of breakfast offers, fresh cakes much more. The
Nightlife in Kamilari – “Mia Olia” Chilled out cocktail bar with a friendly vibe, great people-watching, and superb drinks. Until last year, evening visitors
The Bunga Bunga Bar on Kommos Beach impresses with its casual atmosphere and delicious food! This beach bar in hippie style is really something
The small restaurant LIVAS in Pitsidia is run by a fantastic couple, he works in the service and his wife in the kitchen and
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In addition to the incredibly beautiful landscape, it is the people who make Crete so special. That is why we are introducing you to some of their projects here.
It is not only Cretans, but also some foreigners who contribute to the diversity of the region, so here you will find articles about art, culture, animal and environmental protection, as well as alternative tourism.
Why to spend your holidays in South Crete?
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Sea & Mountains
Explore the high mountains during the day, swim in the warm sea in the afternoon, and enjoy the sunset in the beach tavern - that is South Crete
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Holiday experiences
Whether hiking, cycling, boat trips, diving, yoga, picnicking on the beach or cooking classes - there is a wide range of options for an unforgettable holiday
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Visit incredible places
Archaeological sites, hidden monasteries, old mountain villages, or secluded bays are just a few of the places you can visit during your stay in southern Crete.
Hikes, walks and 4x4 offroad tours
FOLLOW OUR TIPS UP INTO THE MOUNTAINS OR DOWN THROUGH THE GORGES OF SOUTHERN CRETE – ON FOOT, BY MTB, OR BY 4 × 4 VEHICLE TOUR
A fantastic way to explore the island of Crete is by walking and hiking on the E4 European Path – Crete features 91 hiking
One of the most famous hikes is through the Rouvas Gorge.It is part of the European route E4 and connects the Nida plateau with
This impressive old olive tree is nestled in a beautiful landscape, in the hills of the Messara plain, near the village of Kamilari. The path to