Your ultimate Crete travel itinerary
Written by
Emma Harrison
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5 min read
Why visit Crete?
From the beautiful beaches to the mouthwatering cuisine, it’s easy to see why Crete is one of the most popular of the Greek islands to visit. It’s a tantalising tapestry of ancient treasures and ruins, dreamy seaside villages packed with charm and stunning wild natural beauty.
Throughout the year, you are almost always guaranteed sunshine and warm temperatures, and if the spectacular beaches aren’t enough to tempt you, then the mountain scenery, pretty wildflowers and extraordinary views will certainly go a long way to click that all-important book button!
Love the idea of Crete but want to do more than sunbathe all day, create your very own Crete Pinboard on the Pogo app and you can plan in as much or as little as your heart desires!
Greece’s largest island is brimming with exciting things to see and do, but if you want to avoid the tourist traps and pivot to something a tad more unique, then why not swap your flip flops for your trainers and take a hike along the Samaria Gorge? Whether you do all or part of the trail, you will be treated to some of the most incredible views of the island.
It’s 16 kms long, so not for the faint hearted, and of course you don’t have to hike all of it. You can explore the spooky abandoned village of Samaria or centre your hike around the stony beach of Agia Roumeli where you can take a boat over to Hora Sfakion where you will be rewarded for your efforts with a fantastic selection of bars and tavernas.
Plan your hike and what you want to see on your Crete Pinboard. You can even try Pogo Plus for free where you can take advantage of your very own AI-powered trip itinerary that can plot in your sightseeing days, your active days and of course, your sunbathing and cocktail days too!
Where to stay in Crete
For the ultimate peace out vibes, the St Nicolas Bay Resort is an ideal retreat! Soul soothing, blissful and relaxing, the hotel is most definitely for you if you are looking for a relaxing yet elegant place to stay.
Indulge in a treatment or two at the tranquil spa, or simply relax with a good book on the hotel's private sandy beach. Book a suite for the ultimate getaway where you can enjoy spacious mezzanine bedrooms with an insta-worthy domed roof.
Stay from just £3032 for seven nights on a half board basis. Of course, there are other accommodation options to suit every budget, and you can book a flight from London from just £100.
TOP TRAVEL TIPS
Here are our top three travel tips when visiting the beautiful island of Crete:
Spoiler Alert - Crete can be hot, hot, hot throughout the year, so if you want to get ahead… get a hat. Take one with you - don’t forget you can create your own packing list in the Pogo app as this is one of the best ways to protect yourself from the sun.
When it comes to selecting which restaurants you want to add to the ‘Eat & Drink’ section of your Crete Pinboard, you will most likely have more restaurants than you could possibly find time for. There’s plenty of options and if you’re on a tight budget, look for tavernas that are located off the back streets. It’s always wise to see where the locals eat as this is where you will find the best value food, without compromising on quality.
When it comes to booking your hotel, as you might expect it’s best to book way in advance. Shortlist your favourite potential hotels to the ‘Stays’ section of your Pinboard and from there, you can book your hotel with ease via our trusted partner Booking.com where you can even top up your genius points at the same time!
