Omalos

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The Samaria Gorge, on the south side of Crete, is Europe's deepest canyon. The hike from the top of the gorge to the sea is about 18 km, and can be completed in about four hours.
The Samaria Gorge, on the south side of Crete, is Europe's deepest canyon. The hike from the top of the gorge to the sea is about 18 km, and can be completed in about four hours.
Stunning view from top to bottom , 6miles walk down to the Gorge
The Omalos plateau is a true cure for sore eyes between the end of winter and early summer, when it is constantly covered in millions of wild flowers which look like somebody spread a brightly coloured carpet over the plateau. Return a few weeks later and the plateau is coloured differently. Here, the first annual carpet of millions of Crocus sieberii colours the plateau in a delicate white hue...
Hyperion City Hotel

Hyperion City Hotel

4 out of 5
75 El. Venizelou Chania
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Kiani Beach Resort Family

Kiani Beach Resort Family

5 out of 5
Kiani Akti Chania Crete Island
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Domes Zeen Chania, a Luxury Collection Resort, Crete

Domes Zeen Chania, a Luxury Collection Resort, Crete

5 out of 5
Makrys Tichos Chania
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Domes Zeen Chania, a Luxury Collection Resort, Crete
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Corinna Mare

Corinna Mare

3 out of 5
Kalamaki, Nea Kidonia Chania Crete Island
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Caldera Beach

Caldera Beach

4 out of 5
PEO Kissamou Gerani Crete
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Platanias. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Agia Marina Beach and Platanias Beach ...
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Vergina Beach Hotel

Vergina Beach Hotel

4 out of 5
134 Agia Marina, Crete Island Chania
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Popular places to visit

Platanias Square

4/5(5 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Platanias Town when you take a trip to Platanias Square. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.

Platanias Square

Botanical Park and Gardens of Crete

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Botanical Park and Gardens of Crete, a lovely green space in Platanias. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Botanical Park and Gardens of Crete

Orthodox Academy of Crete

Explore the campus of Orthodox Academy of Crete, during your trip to Kolymvari. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Orthodox Academy of Crete

Manousakis Winery

5/5(1 review)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Manousakis Winery during your travels to Platanias. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Manousakis Winery

Máleme Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Máleme Beach during your trip to Platanias? Wander the beautiful beaches in this quaint area.

Máleme Beach

War Shelter of Platanias

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at War Shelter of Platanias during your travels in Platanias Town. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.

War Shelter of Platanias

Things to do

From Chania: Crete World War II History Tour

From Chania: Crete World War II History Tour

$111
per adult
From Chania: Crete World War II History Tour
Falasarna Sunset Escape – Small Group

Falasarna Sunset Escape – Small Group

$47
per adult
Falasarna Sunset Escape – Small Group
Private tasting of 6 cretan wines in Fres village

Private tasting of 6 cretan wines in Fres village

$35
per adult
Private tasting of 6 cretan wines in Fres village
Elafonisi Beach Shore Excursion from Souda: Crete's Pink Wonder

Elafonisi Beach Shore Trip from Chania/Souda: Crete's Pink Wonder

$585
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Elafonisi Beach Shore Trip from Chania/Souda: Crete's Pink Wonder
Manousakis Winery Shuttle Service Tour and Taste

Manousakis Winery Shuttle Service Tour and Taste

$69
per adult
Manousakis Winery Shuttle Service Tour and Taste
Snorkeling and Boat trip in Crete with free certification!

Boat Trip in Crete with Guided Snorkeling and Free Pick up!

$88
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Boat Trip in Crete with Guided Snorkeling and Free Pick up!
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Cities near Omalos

The Samaria Gorge, on the south side of Crete, is Europe's deepest canyon. The hike from the top of the gorge to the sea is about 18 km, and can be completed in about four hours.

Platanias

Hora Sfakion Chora Sfakion Sfakia Loutro Crète Grèce

Sfakia

The completely secluded Kedrodasos Beach, Crete. Crystal clear water, white sand, fig trees and absolutely no people the entire day. Perfect. Far quieter and untouched than Elafonissi beach a few miles away.

Kantanos-Selino