Area
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Nearest travel links
| Airport | Chania or Heraklion |
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| Ferry | Rethymnon 37.00 km |
| Car | Car essential |
How to get there
YOUR JOURNEY TO THE AMARI.
Heraklion (HER) and Chania (CHQ) airports are approximately 100 km from the village of Amari, and a journey by car from either will take not much more than 90 minutes. While the Amari valley is serviced by public transport, car hire is strongly advised. The owner can provide recommendations for car hire providers at Chania, Heraklion or Rethymno. Pick-ups from either airport can also be arranged.
Activities near Amari
| Sports | Tennis in town, Water sports, Horse riding |
|---|---|
| Great for | Walking trips, Rural or countryside trips, Beach or lakeside relaxation, Cycling trips |
Getting around
The area surrounding the village of Amari is rich in history with several sites dating to Minoan and Byzantine times. Also, the beautiful Amari Valley features unique natural sites like great gorges, ancient olive groves and magnificent countryside, along with 27 little villages to explore. Though some of the places are accessible by foot, a car is strongly advised in order to get full advantage of the area and explore even further to the rest of the island. Amari, set right in the heart of undiscovered Crete, is an ideal base for anyone who wishes to get away from the crowded touristic areas, yet being close enough to visit them.