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Holiday Letting Price Information on Crete Island
The graph shows average prices of holiday lettings on Crete Island for the next twelve months. on Crete Island, prices rise to around £166 (20/07 - 27/07). Conversely, the cheapest average prices are in one week of November (30/11 - 07/12).
Holiday Home Availability Information on Crete Island
Our availability graph helps you identify the busiest months on Crete Island. In December (15/12 - 22/12), only 50 are available. More properties are available during one week of October (12/10 - 19/10), when the booking rate is only 14%.
The Weather on Crete Island
You can see our climate diagram above. July is the warmest month of the year on Crete Island, with temperatures reaching an average daily maximum of 29°. Conversely, January is the coolest month on Crete Island, with temperatures falling below 10°. The rainiest month is July, while the driest month is July.
Accommodation options on Crete Island
22,395 out of the 41,419 listed properties in Crete Region are house rentals. In other words, they make up nearly half of the property types in this destination (45%). These types of accommodation have an average size of 141 m² as well as a median price of £183 per night. Moreover, most house rentals in Crete Region can welcome 6 guests, which makes Crete Region a wonderful holiday spot for medium-sized groups and families. Holidaymakers interested in another type of accommodation will also find many apartment rentals, which are the second most popular type of accommodation in Crete Region. The average size of apartment rentals in Crete Region is 54 m², and the average price is £85 per night.
Relax and unwind in the sun with a holiday cottage on Crete
Whether it's a peaceful retreat or thriving local culture you're after, the Greek island of Crete has accommodation options to suit every preference. Choose from secluded stone villas overlooking the glistening ocean, or stylish apartments a stone's throw away from the vibrant, bustling town.
Food & Drink
Crete's cuisine – food tours and local wine tasting
Broaden your culinary horizons with a three-hour food tour of Chania Old Town. Meander along quaint market streets, sampling the very best of local cuisine, while your guide takes you back through Crete's fascinating history. Tours depart near Chania Cathedral.
Nestled in the hills, a half-hour drive from Heraklion, is Silva Cretan Winery. Relax in the sun with a crisp glass of their award-winning Vorinos white wine. Visitors can even enjoy a tour of the winery and an exclusive tasting.
Art & Culture
History and culture – astounding ruins and outdoor cinema
Delve into Crete's past with a visit to the Palace of Knossos. Retrace the steps of the Minoan civilisation, which inhabited Crete in the Bronze Age, at this fascinating site. The ruins can be easily reached by bus from the station at Heraklion.
Grab your popcorn and take a seat under the stars for a magical evening of outdoor cinema. For three nights a week in the summer, Paleochora’s town centre is transformed into an open-air theatre. Films are usually shown in English with Greek subtitles.
Local Attractions
Explore Crete – island excursions and off-road adventures
Take to the seas for a full day tour of the island of Spinalonga. After an idyllic boat cruise, explore the stunning ruins of a 17th-century Venetian fortress. Afterwards, enjoy a barbeque. Trips depart from Heraklion.
If an adrenaline rush is more your style, take to the Cretan mountains for an off-road buggy safari. Cruise through olive groves and picturesque villages in what's sure to be an unforgettable day out for the whole family.
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