Formed over millennia, gorges feature some of the most dramatic landscapes on earth. Kourtaliotiko Gorge has views you won't quickly forget.

When you've finished up at this Agios Vasileios steep-walled valley, why not check out Preveli Beach, Plakias Beach, and Spili Monastery? They're close to Kourtaliotiko Gorge and also a hit with travelers.

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Hyperion City Hotel

Chania Town

$657

per person

Dec 5 - Dec 10

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

New York (JFK) to Chania (CHQ)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (331 reviews)

An excellent hotel from which to explore Chania Town. I can not praise the hotel enough for the wonderful staff, cleanliness, rooms, bed (so comfy) and variety of food at breakfast We loved every minute of our 2 week stay there and would gladly return

Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025

SanSal Boutique Hotel

Chania Town

$677

per person

Dec 5 - Dec 10

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

New York (JFK) to Chania (CHQ)

9.8/10 Exceptional! (289 reviews)

The Breakfast was really delicious, location was perfect and having parking made everything so convenient. I really enjoyed the stay.

Reviewed on Oct 9, 2025

Atrion Hotel

$1,202

per person

Dec 27 - Dec 30

found 11 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Heraklion (HER)

8.8/10 Excellent! (835 reviews)

Excellent breakfast. A bit dated. But large room with all the amenities. Very clean!

Reviewed on Sep 27, 2025

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Tours & day trips

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Crete Horse Riding: Plakias Beach Ride

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Research diving with a Marine Biologist in Crete

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Explore Cretan culture on a day trip

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Popular places to visit

Plakias Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Plakias Beach during your travels in Plakias? Amble around the area's seaside or visit its shops.

Monastery of Preveli

Learn about the local history of Agios Vasileios when you spend time at Monastery of Preveli. Wander the beautiful beaches in this quaint area.

Ammoudaki Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Ammoudaki Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Damnoni.

Ammoúdi

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Ammoúdi during your trip to Agios Vasileios? Stroll along the sandy beaches or visit the spas in this quaint area.

Kleisidi

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Kleisidi during your trip to Damnoni? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Dynónisos Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Dynónisos Beach during your trip to Agios Vasileios? Stroll along the sandy beaches or discover the countryside in this quaint area.