Ag Apostoli Holidays

Ag Apostoli Holidays - Destination Profile

Holidays to the resort of Ag Apostoli are a very relaxed and intimate encounter, the resort is small with a selection of bars, restaurants and tavernas. To sample the facilities and feel of a larger and busier resort venture to nearby Chania where you will be in the thick of the action. Holidays to Ag Apostoli are very much focused towards relaxation and getting away from it all, if you're looking for all night parties and vibrant nightlife Ag Apostoli holidays are not for you.

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Ag Apostoli Holidays - Things to see

Samaria Gorges - Crete has the longest gorge in Europe and second in the world to the Grand Canyon. You get to it by a ferry and you stop on your way at a village called Lutra, only accessible by boat. The gorge cuts through the White Mountains. Apart from its beauty, the gorge is teeming with wildlife and there are incredible wildflowers during spring.

Knossos Palace - This palace, in a beautiful site just 5 km southeast of Heraklion, is the most magnificent and evocative of Crete's Minoan sites. Admission is around 6 Euros, 4 Euros students with official ID and people of 65 or over. Apr to mid-Oct, open daily 8am-8pm. Mid-Oct to Mar, open from Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; Sat-Sun 8:30am-3pm.

Knossos and Museum Gain an insight into the history of Crete with this tour of Knossos Palace and the Heraklion Museum

The Archaeological museum in Heraklion - It is famous for its huge Minoan collection.

Opening times: April to mid-October: Tuesday to Sunday 8am-8 pm / Monday 12.30-8 pm. Mid - October to March: closes daily at 5 pm.

Around 10 Euros for adults and 6 Euros for students with official ID and people of 65 and over.

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.

Spinalonga Island - made famous as the setting of the film 'who pays the ferryman?' Thousands of visitors come here every year to see the ruins of the Venetian Fortress and Leper colony. You take a boat ride over and you are given plenty of time to explore the island. It is a great place to enjoy a barbecue of real Greek food and have a swim in the beautiful water before heading back. A very relaxing day out.

Things to do on a Holiday in Ag Apostoli

Popular activities during holidays in Ag Apostoli include:-

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

Fun Excursions while on Ag Apostoli Holidays

Make your holidays to Ap Apostoli 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.

Ag Apostoli Holiday Weather

Max Temp C	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct
Crete (east)	16	19	23	25	25	23	20
Crete (west)	16	20	24	26	26	23	19
London	13	16	20	22	21	19	13
Sunshine Hours	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct
Crete	7	9	11	12	11	9	6
London	5	6	7	6	6	5	3

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Getting Around on Ag Apostoli Holidays

Walking: Almost anywhere you will want to visit in Ag Apostoli can be reached by foot.

Bus: There are almost hourly buses from early in the morning until about 10:30pm (depending on the season), connecting Chania to Rethymnon and Iraklion. There are less frequent (and often inconvenient) buses between destinations in western Crete.

Car Hire: An excellent way of getting around during your holidays in Ag Apostoli, car hire gives you complete flexibility as well as the ability to see more of Crete.

Ag Apostoli Holidays Shopping

Locally produced souvenirs are popular purchases for those taking holidays in Ag Apostoli, Chania is close by and offers significantly more choice where the following items are widely available:-

• Tsikoudia or Raki - local spirit
• Traditional woven fabrics
• Rugs and blankets
• Ceramics
• Silverware

Ag Apostoli Holidays - Beaches

Aghia Apostoli Beach is located 7km west of Chania is Aghia Apostoli beach, with 3 sandy coves and crystal clear waters. The beach has good facilities including tavernas, bars as well sunbathing facilities (sun beds and umbrellas). Watersports are also very popular on this beach and equipment is available for hire.