Located in a beautiful valley near Sougia, Agia Irini Gorge is 8km long and ideal for hiking.

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Situated off the coast of Greece and only a few hours by plane from the UK, the island of Crete is a heavenly and mythical destination, ideal for those looking for a different setting; one where cultures meet and the magnificent alternates with the wild. To experience a holiday in Crete is to plunge into thousands of years of history, where the ancient gods rub shoulders with legendary civilisation, as witnessed by the ruins of Knossos not far from the splendid city of Heraklion, the ramparts of Rethymon and the incredible fortress of Frangokastello. However, Crete is more than vestiges of history; it is also a paradise where nature-lovers will be transported to Heaven, with the gorges of Samaria, the isle of Elafonissi and the plateau of Lassithi. To holiday in Crete is to also enjoy a hospitable and warm people, the discovery of little neighbouring villages where life is lived in time with the seasons and in line with the sun. You will adore strolling through Agios Nikolaos, Loutro and Matala, or discovering the less touristic regions such as the Messara plain.

Crete

Of all the countries in the Mediterranean basin , Greece is without doubt the one which has the most tourists ... and for good reason! There aren't many places in the world where the culture, the history, the welcome and the beauty, come together in such perfect harmony. Taking a trip to Greece is first about taking a trip in time and walking in the steps of one of the most brilliant civilisations of antiquity : Athens, Olympia, Delphi and Mycenae are place where the magnificent ruins are witness to a heritage that is still living today. Travelling in Greece, is also a chance to enjoy a very special climate, warm and dry, which is ideal for long swims in the paradisiacal water of the Aegean sea or precious time to relax on hidden beaches in small coves in the Cyclades.A trip to Greece , is also about the pleasure of exploring an ancient cuisine where vine leaves, olive oil and Raki will make you sigh with pleasure. Why wait any longer: Ελλάδα σας περιμένει!

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Gorge d’Agia Irini 

The Samaria gorge was listed as a national park in 1962 and contains the most beautiful scenery.

Samariá Gorge

Lovely fishing village on the coastal shore of Lassithi.

Mochlos

Balos lagoon stretches into the Gramvousa peninsula, on Cape Tigani.

Balos

Beautiful little village perched on the plateau of Omalos.

Omalós

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Visiting the village ofOmalos is a treat for the eyes. I find that the view on the plateau of Omalos, 1,080 metres high, is most fascinating: one of the most beautiful landscapes in Crete! The vegetation here is everywhere, with its terrace vines, its pines, maples, oaks and chestnut trees which follow one after the other in the middle of imposing mountainous peaks. 
Omalos is known, above all, as a stopping point on the way to the mountains of Koukouli (1,632 metres), Psari (1,884 metres), Mount Melindao (2,135 metres) and Kallergi refuge (1,680 metres): a real eyrie perched on top of Samaria Gorge. From here, the panorama is most spectacular over the massif of white mountains, the high lush ground of Lefta Ori, the Libyan sea and even, in very sunny weather, the island of Gavdos, just off Crete. 
A much prized hike, but count on a good 2 hours' walking from the village of Omalos to reach the refuge, and 5 to 6 hours to reach the massifs. Think of looking up to the sky to observe the magnificent birds of prey in the region: eagles and vultures. The most hardened walkers will continue their journey to Samaria Gorge: a site classified as a national park.

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