Chrissi Island

Chrissi Island

Spend a day on the uninhabited picture-postcard island of Chrissi. The cedars provide ideal living conditions for hares, partridge and quail. Surrounded by turquoise waters, Chrissi is perfect for a relaxing dip or spot of shell-hunting on the beach. You can grab lunch at one of the tavernas on the island.
Ammos Beach

Ammos Beach

Aghios Nikolaos, Crete (Heraklion Area)

Meaning sand in Greek, Ammos Beach is found on the south side of Agios Nikolaos and it certainly lives up to its name, with a large stretch of white sand and calm blue waters that’s laden with umbrellas and...

34.9 Km to Chrissi Island - Map

Kytroplatia Beach

Kytroplatia Beach

Aghios Nikolaos, Crete (Heraklion Area)

The lovely Kitroplateia Beach is well known for its spectacular views of the Sitia Mountains across the Mirabello Bay. It’s very close to the main town of Agios Nikolaos and just around the corner from the...

35.2 Km to Chrissi Island - Map

Aghios Nikolaos Market

Aghios Nikolaos Market

Aghios Nikolaos, Crete (Heraklion Area)

Shop like a local at the weekly market in Agios Nikolaos. This food market, held every Wednesday, is favoured by local people and has a delightfully vibrant atmosphere. Have a go at bargaining with the stall...

35.3 Km to Chrissi Island - Map