Monastery of Savathiana

Monastery of Savathiana

After a turbulent past, the picturesque Monastery of Savanthiana stands firm as a great visitor’s attraction and is well worth a visit during a day up in the hillside villages of Crete. The precinct of the church is well looked after by nuns and is said to be the ‘garden of Virgin Mary’.
A day trip to Achlada

A day trip to Achlada

Agia Pelagia, Crete (Heraklion Area)

Enjoy an incredible trip to the remote hillside village of Achlada, enjoying stunning views over Heraklion and eastern Crete as you reach the top. The once thriving village is now almost abandoned, but visitors...

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Cocktail bars

Cocktail bars

Agia Pelagia, Crete (Heraklion Area)

Watch the sun set over a cocktail or two in one of Agia Pelagia’s assortment of fantastic bars and restaurants. Ask the friendly bar tenders to whip you up a delicious cocktail treat, or a cheeky shot of the...

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Agia Pelagia Beach

Agia Pelagia Beach

Agia Pelagia, Crete (Heraklion Area)

It may be a small coastal town, but the beach in Agia Pelagia is well worth a visit if you want to escape the hustle and bustle of the busier beaches. Situated 20 kilometres east of Heraklion, the...

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