Heraklion Airport N. Kazantzakis 1 hr 26
Souda (1 hr 3)
This island was fortified by the Venetians & remained in their possession until 1715. Dourakis Winery (12 min)
Winery, vineyard, wine, and wine tasting Neratze Mosque (29 min) Archaeological Museum of Rethymno (30 min)
This archaeological museum contains many artifacts from the ancient Minoan ruins nearby. Episkopi beach (11 min) Marathi Beach (52 min) Gola Di Imbros (38 min)
A popular destination for hikers & photographers, this 11-km, rocky canyon requires an entrance fee. Fortezza Castle (25 min)
Imposing ruins of a 16th-century Venetian citadel, offering panoramic views of Rethymno town & port. Lake Kournas (10 min)
The only freshwater lake in Crete, this serene standby offers boat rentals, views & rocky beaches. Askifou War Museum (30 min) Órmos Soúdas (21 min)
Waterfront area with sandy stretches, coastal resorts & dining, plus the ruins of ancient forts. canyon Kotsifou (48 min)
Mountain gorge offering scenic drives & hiking, with native plants & a wintertime waterfall. Rimondi Fountain (29 min)
Elaborate public fountain with Corinthian columns, built in 1626 by the Venetian governor Rimondi. Agios Nikolaos (8 min) | 
