SE PAMARYS / GR

Greece

Island hopping, whitewashed villages and ancient history by the sea.

Best time to visit

May–June and September–October for milder weather. July–August is the main beach season.

Mediterranean coastal climate: hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. Inland and mountain weather varies.

Greece's largest island: gorges, beaches and Minoan palaces.

Crete's capital, close to Knossos palace.

Venetian harbour and Balos lagoon.

Old town, fortress and long sandy beach.

Medieval old town and sunny beaches.

Green Ionian island with Venetian charm.

Easygoing island of beaches and cycling paths.

Navagio Beach and sea turtles.

Caldera views and legendary sunsets.

Cosmopolitan island with windmills and beach clubs.

The Acropolis and a buzzing modern capital.

Three green peninsulas with calm, clear water.