Platanias Chania Holidays

Platanias Chania Holidays - Destination Profile

Holidays to Chania with Olympic Holidays are perfect for family summer holidays. Chania holidays attract visitors who return year after year because of the superb Mediterranean climate and region's natural beauty.

Chania holidays offer an opportunity to experience the beautiful scenery including fantastic views of the white mountains. Holidays to Chania are ideal of food lover with restaurants serving fantastic cuisine including the catch of the day.

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Platanias Chania Holidays - Things to see

Chania Area: Stroll through the streets of the old town that is an intact neighbourhood of the original Venetian buildings. The fortifications date from the 13th century. There is an archaeological and a naval museum, as well as the Historical Archives of Crete. Its picturesque Venetian Harbour is also well worth to visit.

Things to do on a Holiday in Platanias Chania

Popular activities during holidays in Chania include:-

• Jet skiing
• Scuba diving
• Windsurfing
• Rock climbing
• Paragliding
• Walking and hiking
• Cycling

Fun Excursions while on Chania Holidays

Make your holidays to Chania extra special by booking one of our wonderful excursions, we have a range of excursions that have been selected to cater for everyone's interests. Some of our most popular excursions are:-

Spinalonga: This one is for the sailors and sun lovers amongst you. Interested? The come along with us to the haunting island of Spinalonga, an old Leper Colony!

Chrissi Island: An exceptional day to a tropical paradise set in the crystal clear waters of the Libyan sea. Sunbathe on the wondrous beaches of unusual coloured sand.

Unknown Crete: Travel through unspoilt villages where donkeys still travel the roads. Visit a local winery and see how wine is made with the chance to sample and buy.

Cretan Night: If you love food, drink and dancing, then you will love this night out. As you enter the venue, the Cretan lifestyle takes over as the evening is given to plenty of eating, drinking and merry making as only the Greeks know how.

Knossos: If you visit Crete and do not see the ancient palace of Knossos is compares to visiting Egypt and not seeing the pyramids. This is where European civilisation began with the dazzling Mineon people.

Jeep Safari: Travel off the beaten track through traditional mountain villages - a real chance to see a taste of real Greece.

Beach Party: Join your Olympic Reps on your very own sandy beach for an afternoon of partying in the sun! An hour and half free bar will get you in the mood to join in some wild and wicket games.

For further information and to secure your place on all the above exciting days and nights out, see your Olympic representative in the resort. The best time to book would be at the Welcome Get Together on the day after arrival.

Getting Around on Platanias Chania Holidays

Bus: Public buses remain a solid possibility for seeing much of Chania. They're inexpensive, relatively frequent, and connect to all but the most isolated villages. The downside is that the schedules are not always the most convenient for travellers with limited time. Certainly you can take them between all major resorts and towns.

Taxi: Getting around by taxi during Chania holidays is cheap and convenient, be sure to set the price beforehand or ensure the meter us running.

Car: An excellent way of getting around during your Chania holidays, car hire gives you complete flexibility as well as the ability to see more of the island.

Platanias Chania Holidays Shopping

Popular purchases for those taking Chania holidays include:-

• Tsikoudia or Raki local high street spirit
• Traditional woven fabrics, Cretan Rugs and Blankets
• Locally produced Olive Oil
• Ceramics
• Silverware

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