Rethymno
Chania
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Rethymno is a picturesque town half-way between Chania and Heraklion. If you want to go on a day trip, this one is a perfect destination. Here you can enjoy the beach, get lost in the Old Town or have a glass of wine in the scenic harbour.
Do & See
Start with a stroll along the historic harbour, take a glass-bottom boat cruise or go diving to fully experience the magic of this coastal town. The Samaria Gorge trail is a definitive must-do for hikers, and culture vultures will have several small museums to choose from.