
General Description:
Santorini and
Crete are both world-famous for different reasons each island. Santorini is the top destination in Greece and famous for the sunken
caldera, the still active
volcano, the cliff-side villages and the most
romantic sunset that attracts millions of couples every year. In fact, due to the gorgeous landscape and the magnificent sunset, Santorini is such a popular wedding location.
Crete, on the other side, has less impressive landscape but a calm, family atmosphere.
Heraklion and
Chania distinguish for the Venetian architecture, the Old Towns and the close beaches. At a close distance to Heraklion, there is the
Minoan Palace of Knossos with the colorful wall paintings and the good space planning.
If you have time and want to drive around in Crete, you will find amazing sceneries to steal your heart: from small mountainous villages and calm beaches, to impressive gorges, secret caves and hidden archaeological sites. Crete is the most interesting place for alternative vacations.