South East Crete Holidays

The hidden gem on the coast of south east Crete

Makrigialos (officially spelled Makry-Gialos) is "...a little-known gem of a place...undiscovered and not overrun by the tourists..."* It has one of the best beaches in Crete – long and sandy with crystal clear waters and an excellent choice of beach-front bars and tavernas – and a wide range of accommodation, from budget to luxury, studio to villa.

Makrigialos is not just about "total relaxation".* It is ideally located to explore the natural, historical, and cultural treasures of east Crete: the Lasithi plateau, Spinalonga island, Toplou monastery, ancient and modern ruins, deserted coves, and traditional mountain villages, to name just a few.

* Witness the Real Crete

Latest News

• Sitia Airport News

  
  First fruits in the long development of Sitia airport as an international airport? Dutch charter airline ArkeFly, part of the travel giant TUI, to commence direct flights between Amsterdam and Sitia for the 2012 season. Read more...

• In Sitia - east Crete travel guide

  Pick up your free copy of In Sitia tourist guide at the Remax/maCreteland Tours office in Makrigialos for information about local beaches and some great day-trip ideas out of Makrigialos. Read more...

• Mid-July Music Weekend

  Traditional Greek, modern Greek, and good old beach parties - the mid-July weekend has something for everyone in Makrigialos and the local area Read more...

• Casa dei Mezzo Music Festival 2011

  8th annual Casa dei Mezzo music festival featuring classical music in spectacular settings

• Kalo Nero & Moni Kapsa

  'Secret' beaches east of Makrigialos, and the monastery at Moni Kapsa

• Lights! Camera! Action!

  Watch videos of Makrigialos and east Crete in the new South East Crete Holidays video gallery

• Blue Flag Beaches

  Makrigialos beaches retain their blue flag quality accreditation for 2011

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