8 days in Chania Town, Rethymnon & Heraklion Itinerary

On the 7th (Mon), brush up on your military savvy at Maritime Museum of Crete, get engrossed in the history at Archaeological Museum of Chania, then stroll through Falassarna Beach, and finally stroll through Agia Marina Beach. Keep things going the next day: take a memorable tour with Tours, go for a stroll along the water at Old Venetian Harbor, and then see the interesting displays at Greek National Football Museum.

For photos, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, read our Chania Town travel planner.

If you are flying in from Cyprus, the closest major aiports are Chania International Airport, Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport and Santorini Airport. In August, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Rethymnon.

Kick off your visit on the 9th (Wed): see Off-Road Tours, wander the streets of Rethymnon Old Town, then view the masterpieces at Melitakas Handmade Greek Art, then steep yourself in history at The Venetian Fortezza, and finally contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Kournas. On your second day here, kick back and relax at Preveli Beach, then admire the masterpieces at Folk Museum of Spili, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Monastery of Arkadi.

For maps, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, read Rethymnon journey maker website.

You can drive from Chania Town to Rethymnon in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In August, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 26°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Fri) early enough to catch the shuttle to Heraklion.

You've now added Tour Experts to your itinerary. Venture out of the city with trips to Matala (Matala Beach & Prisma) and Palace of Faistos (in Sivas). There's much more to do: delve into the distant past at The Palace of Knossos, indulge in some personalized pampering at Aegeo Spas, take an in-depth tour of Historical Museum of Crete, and observe the fascinating underwater world at CRETAquarium.

For more things to do, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Heraklion road trip planner.

Traveling by shuttle from Rethymnon to Heraklion takes an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In August in Heraklion, expect temperatures between 34°C during the day and 26°C at night.