Area
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Nearest travel links
Airport | Chania |
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Ferry | Chania 60.00 km |
Car | Car essential |
How to get there
Charter flights operate from all major airports to Heraklion (HER) and Chania(CHQ)airports. Ferry’s operate to the port of Heraklion & Chania. Heraklion airport to Villa Kivotos is approximately 80 klm and will take just over an hour by car. Chania airport to Villa Kivotos is approximately 70 klm and will take just under an hour by car. Hiring a car is strongly recommended, major hire companies operate from both airports..
Activities near Maroulas
Sports | Tennis in town, Water sports, Horse riding, Fishing |
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Great for | Walking holidays, Rural or countryside holidays, Cycling holidays |
Getting around
Rethymno is Crete third largest town, conveniently placed in the middle of the north coast between Heraklion and Chania, making it ideal base to explore the island, just a forty minute drive to the south coast. A day trip to Rethymnon-town is a “must” . Highlights of the area are :The historic monastery of Arkadi, Maroulas, Eleftherna, Knossos Phaestos and Gortyna archaeological-sites, the Kourtalioti gorges, Plakias the Triopetra and Agios Pavlos beaches in the south coast. Tavernas, cafes and small shops are at nearby villages while the inhabitants are courteous and hospitable. Various religious festivals are celebrated in the villages, along with traditional fiestas and cultural events during the season