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a beach with blue water

Falassarna

Falasarna is an exotic sandy beach with crystal clear waters which extends over a very long stretch (about 3 kilometres from side to side) and is dressed with sand in the shades of white and pink. Falasarna is located about 50kms west of the city of Chania and 19kms from the city of Kissamos with easy access. Along the beach you will find beach bars with sunbeds. Also in the area are numerous taverns and restaurants. Falasarna is not only one of the most famous and award-winning beaches in Greece, but also a very important ancient city/port, something that most of the visitors ignore. The archeological site is just a few metres from beach and is open for a visit.

a beach with rocks and water

Elafonissi

Elafonisi is known for its amazing natural beauty, with its blue-green waters embraced by sand in pink and coral shades. Its location is in the southwestern corner of Crete, 73km from the city of Chania and 40km from Kissamos. Upon your arrival, you will quickly get a sense of wildlife and adventure without this meaning that you will be alone. Especially in August, Elafonisi is a top destination for countless tourists that are eager in witnessing the landscape's beauty. If you're looking for a more peaceful and quieter spot, you can leave the central beach behind you and go towards the beautiful island filled with sand dunes and rich biodiversity.

a large island in the ocean

Balos Lagoon

Balos Lagoon is located in the northwest prefecture of Chania, near Kissamos, 55km from the city of Chania and 17km from Kissamos. The beach of Balos has a wonderful pink shaded sand and warm turquoise waters making up a fine scenery of exceptional natural beauty. The easiest access to Balos is by private boat tour or by the boat leaving from Kissamos or Falasarna port every day. If you wish to drive there, take under consideration that the greatest part of the road is offroad and the end you have a 30' walk. However, in that way you can admire the wonderful landscape you see in all the famous Balos Lagoon photos.

a body of water with buildings along it

Chania city

Chania is known as one of the most beautiful city-sights in Greece. The Ottoman and Venetian occupation influenced the old town architecture. Try to walk among the alleys and discover the beautiful scenery that this mix of architecture has created. After the walk, visit the Old Port with the Egyptian lighthouse, the trademark sight of Chania. Also interesting is the new archaeological museum. If you are a contemporary art lover you can find interesting exhibitions in the Municipal Gallery of Chania, in the mosque of Kioutsouk Hassan and in several other points.