Following collection from select areas, the experience starts from Agios Nikolaos heading east. This is an excellent opportunity for you to admire the sublime Gulf of Mirabello, which is Eastern Crete’s riviera. You will then pass through many picturesque villages before reaching the 15th-century Toplou Monastery.
The compound features a small museum with notable exhibits of Christian-Orthodox art, such as sacred utensils and chalcography by the monks of Mount Athos. There is also an olive press which produces olive oil of outstanding quality, as well as wine-making facilities. Both the olive oil and the wine produced in the monastery are exported all over the world.
You may participate in a wine and spirit tasting session (optional) at the monastery’s cellar, after which you will pay a visit to one of the main attractions in eastern Crete, the protected Palm Forest of Vai. It is unique in Europe and is located next to one of the most beautiful beaches of the island. At this location there will be plenty of time for you to enjoy swimming, as you bask in the rare beauty of the landscape. On your way back, you will stop at Platanos where you can watch the sunset in an area which boasts an enchanting view.
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Find below list of stays near Agios Nikolaos: Toplou and Vai Palm Beach Day Trip:
Pelegrines V. Is set in Palekastron. Situated 10 km from Vai Palm Forest, the property features a terrace and free private parking.
The holiday home with a balcony and sea views has 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a fridge, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home.
The nearest airport is Sitia Public Airport, 18 km from the holiday home.
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€45
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Villa Amalia is nestled on Palekastro amidst olive groves. It features a courtyard with sun loungers and panoramic sea view. The family-run property offers self-contained units with private balcony and free WiFi throughout.
Each of the studios and apartments features a kitchenette and a private bathroom.
Guests can relax at the garden and enjoy the scenic view. Barbeque facilities are available for all guests to use.
Kouremenos Beach is an 1-minute drive away and it is ideal for windsurfing. Villa Amalia is 21 km from Sitia, and 6 km from the famous palm beach of Vai. The traditional village of Palekastro is just a 10-minute walk.
Featuring garden views, Lydia Guest House provides accommodation with a garden, around 12 km from Vai Palm Forest. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.
The holiday home is composed of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom.
The nearest airport is Sitia Public Airport, 21 km from the holiday home.
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€69
/night
Located in Palekastron and only 2.6 km from Kouremenos Beach, Kalithea Studio 1 provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The air-conditioned accommodation is 2.9 km from Chiona Beach.
The apartment is equipped with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views.
The apartment features a barbecue and a garden.
Vai Palm Forest is 9.3 km from Kalithea Studio 1. The nearest airport is Sitia Public Airport, 20 km from the accommodation.
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€79
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