Heraklion Airport N. Kazantzakis 2 hr 18
Aradena Gorge (46 min) Aradena Gorge (31 min)
Canyon, hiking, and bungee jumping White Mountains Protected Forest (2 hr 27) Pachnes (1 hr 30)
Mountain with a desert landscape offering challenging climbs & views of nearby peaks & water. Gola Di Imbros (20 min)
A popular destination for hikers & photographers, this 11-km, rocky canyon requires an entrance fee. Samaria Gorge (3 hr 56)
Rugged routes in a striking, tree-dotted gorge, with bridges across streams & mountain views. Frangokastelo beach (21 min)
Tranquil sandy beach with adjacent ruins of a 14th-century castle backdropped by mountains. Lake Kournas (1 hr 3)
The only freshwater lake in Crete, this serene standby offers boat rentals, views & rocky beaches. Marmara beach (43 min)
Scenic, cliff-surrounded pebble beach & bay for swimming, plus colorful rocks & sea caves. Glyka Nera beach (15 min)
Nudism is allowed at this cliff-surrounded pebble beach with a unique tavern on an islet. Παραλία Φυλακή (5 min)
Clothing-optional & family-friendly areas on a sheltered, pebbly beach with coves. Naturist Beach (5 min) Sweet Water Beach (15 min) Ilingas (5 min)
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