Beaches recommendation

Voulisma Beach

Busy

Voulisma Beach

A wide sandy beach with turquoise waters. It can get busy, and on windy days the sea is often rough, but on calm, windless conditions it is truly stunning.

Small quiet sandy beach with calm water at Agiou Panteleimonos Beach

Quite

Agios Panteleimonas Beach

A quiet, lesser-known beach with a relaxed atmosphere, ideal for those seeking a peaceful swim away from the crowds, especially in calm conditions.

Long quiet beach with pebbles and patches of sand at Karavostasi Beach

Quite

Karavostasi Beach

Easy to reach on foot or by car, this small beach offers a peaceful atmosphere, ideal for a quiet and relaxing swim away from busy spots.

Small sandy cove with clear water and a tree by the shore at Chartalami Kolymbou

Quite

Chartalami Kolymbos Beach

A hidden cove tucked away from the crowds. Its peaceful setting makes it perfect for travelers seeking solitude and natural beauty.

Small secluded cove surrounded by rocks with clear blue water at Agriomandra Beach

Quite

Agriomandra Beach

A hidden gem with a calm, uncrowded feel. Access requires a short walk, but the peaceful setting makes the effort worthwhile.

Wide exotic shoreline with golden sand and bright turquoise sea at Chrissi Island

Quite

Chrissi Island

A protected nature reserve with golden beaches, clear waters and a rare cedar forest. Reached by boat, it makes for a memorable full-day trip.

Small sandy bay with bright blue water and swimmers at Kolokytha Beach

Busy

Kolokitha Beach

A wild, untouched coastline with turquoise waters and raw natural beauty, offering a refreshing escape for visitors seeking something different and less developed.

Tropical style beach with palm forest and blue sea at Vai

Busy

Vai beach

A unique coastal setting where golden sand meets a natural palm forest, creating a relaxed atmosphere within one of eastern Crete’s most distinctive landscapes.

Large sandy beach with clear blue water and a few people walking at Xerokampos

Quite

Xerokampos beach

A remote coastline with golden coves, calm seas and mountain views, offering a peaceful escape in one of Crete’s most untouched and distant corners.