8 days in Lasithi Prefecture Itinerary

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Fly to Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport, Drive to Sitia
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Sitia
— 1 night
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Achlia
— 2 nights
Drive
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Agios Nikolaos
— 4 nights
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Sitia — 1 night

On the 1st (Mon), stop by Kyveli Jewellery, then enjoy the sand and surf at Paralia Chionas, and then stroll through Kouremenos Beach. On the 2nd (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: kick back and relax at Goudouras Beach, kick back and relax at Paralia Staoysa, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Paralia Mochlos.

For traveler tips, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Sitia road trip planner.

Athens to Sitia is an approximately 5.5-hour combination of flight and car. Traveling from Athens in August, expect nights in Sitia to be about the same, around 26°C, while days are slightly colder, around 34°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Tue) so you can drive to Achlia.
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Achlia — 2 nights

On the 3rd (Wed), stroll through Galini Beach and then kick back and relax at Agia Fotia Beach. Here are some ideas for day two: kick back and relax at Agrilos Beach, make a trip to Azorias Ancient Olive Tree, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Achlia Beach.

For more things to do, photos, reviews, and tourist information, use the Achlia trip itinerary planner.

You can drive from Sitia to Achlia in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. August in Achlia sees daily highs of 32°C and lows of 29°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Agios Nikolaos.
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Agios Nikolaos — 4 nights

We've included these beaches for you: Agios Panteleimonas Beach and Ammos Beach. Discover out-of-the-way places like Monastery of Kremasta and Scuba Funtasea. Get out of town with these interesting Agios Nikolaos side-trips: Archaeological Site Mochlos Islet (Psillos) (in Mochlos), Sisi Fish Spa Therapy (in Sissi) and Votania Herbs (in Kavousi). Next up on the itinerary: enjoy the sand and surf at Havania Beach, take an in-depth tour of Folklore Museum Neapolis, look for gifts at logari, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cathedral of the Virgin Mary.

To see more things to do, maps, photos, and tourist information, use the Agios Nikolaos vacation planner.

Getting from Achlia to Agios Nikolaos by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive. Plan for a bit cooler nights when traveling from Achlia in August since evenings lows in Agios Nikolaos dip to 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Mon) to allow enough time to fly back home.
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Lasithi Prefecture travel guide

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The easternmost part of Crete, Lassithi prefecture offers a blend of sophisticated seaside resorts, Minoan and Mycenaean ancient sites, and unspoiled natural areas that include dense palm forests and the island's largest plateau. A standout among the prefecture's notable places to visit, the vibrant town of Agios Nikolaos features a string of sandy beaches and a museum of archaeology. The town also serves as the starting point for tours of one of Crete's most significant Neolithic sites, originally inhabited over 4,000 years ago. Farther inland you can discover a less-traveled side of Crete, where the major tourist attraction remains the traditional village tavern.
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