Crete

Rough Guides Crete is a comprehensive travel guide designed for independent travellers exploring Crete's beaches, gorges, Venetian towns, mountain villages and Minoan sites - from Heraklion and Chania to Knossos, Samaria Gorge and Elafonisi.It brings together everything you need in one place - from must-see sights and hidden gems to ready-made itineraries, in-depth sightseeing coverage, full-colour maps, transport advice, a handy phrasebook and a free eBook.Plan your perfect trip with a guide that combines in-depth regional coverage with an online trip planner that generates a trip draft before you travel.This travel guide to Crete covers:Heraklion and Central Crete - Knossos, museums, wine country, beaches and lively city streetsChania and Western Crete - Venetian harbour, old-town lanes, Balos, Elafonisi and coastal routesRethymno and the North Coast - Historic quarters, monasteries, beaches and mountain villagesEastern Crete - Agios Nikolaos, Spinalonga, Sitia, Vai and quieter baysThe Mountains and Gorges - Samaria Gorge, Psiloritis, Lasithi Plateau and hiking routesLesser-known Crete - Remote south-coast villages, hidden archaeological sites, local festivals and quiet covesThe complete Rough Guides package - print edition, free eBook and online trip planner - helps you plan a trip that fits your style. Expertly curated and locally informed, it gives you the tools and insights to explore Crete with confidence.Start planning your next adventure with Rough Guides Crete.