The Rough Guide to Crete

Make the most of your time on Earth with the ultimate travel guides. World-renowned for their honest and practical approach, this guide will help you discover Crete in a comprehensive and entertaining way.

Whether you plan to visit the 3500-year-old Minoan palace of Knossos, stroll along the turquoise waters and rose-tinted sands of Elafonisi, or hike one of Crete's countless gorge trails that take you from the mountains to the sea, The Rough Guide to Crete will help you explore the best places to eat, drink, shop, and sleep along the way.

Features of this travel guide to Crete:

• Detailed regional coverage: Practical information for every kind of trip, from off-the-beaten-track adventures to relaxed breaks in popular tourist areas.
• Honest and independent reviews: Written with a trademark blend of humor, honesty, and expertise, designed to help you make the most of your trip to Crete.
• Meticulous mapping: Full-colour maps with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys to navigate locations like Iraklio and Lasithi without needing to get online.
• Fabulous full-colour photography: Inspirational images, including the striking windmills on the Lasithi Plateau and the impressive Melidhoni Cave.
• Time-saving itineraries: Carefully planned routes to inspire and inform your experiences on the road.
• Things not to miss: A rundown of Hania, Ayios Nikolaos, and Rethymno's best sights and top experiences.
• Travel tips and info: Essential pre-departure information, including transportation, accommodation, food and drink, health, culture, shopping, and more.
• Background information: A comprehensive Contexts chapter providing fascinating insights into Crete.