Agia Triada Holidays

Aghia Triada Holidays – Small Crete village near Rethymnon
Aghia Triada is popular with those looking for a quiet Crete village base close to Rethymnon and surrounded by landscapes of exceptional interest and beauty. Rethymnon is in the middle of the north coast of Crete, 40 miles south-east of Chania and Chania airport.  Aghia Triada sits at the foot of Mount Psiloritis in a picturesque green region famously full of natural features. The resort is just 7 miles from Rethymnon and little more than two miles from the excellent sandy beach of Adele, perfect for swimming and sunbathing.

Aghia Triada Holidays – Ancient sites, superb countryside and Rethymnon
Holidays in Aghia Triada are set in exceptionally lush countryside with olive groves and pretty vineyards mixed with wilder hill and mountain landscapes and an unusual amount of canyons and gorges, home to plenty of wildlife. A trip here is not complete without visiting its most famous attraction, the ancient site and Minoan Palace next to the village. Other archaeological sites are found nearby at Eleftherna and Phaistos and you can visit the monastery at Arkadi. The proximity of the town of Rethymnon is a real bonus for Aghia Triada holidays; a charming and picturesque town full of fountains, archways, colourful balconies, romantic tavernas, and a great selection of cafes, ancient remains, Venetian architecture, churches and Turkish influences.  There’s plenty of nightlife in Rethymnon to complement the peace and quiet at Aghia Triada.

Holidays in Aghia Triada – Enjoyed by walkers and nature lovers
Walkers, cyclists and nature lovers will enjoy Aghia Triada; exploring quiet routes through canyons, hills, forests and rocky mountains. There are rewarding walks into the surrounding countryside and visits to typical charming traditional Crete hill villages. Popular excursions include picturesque small hillside villages, caves, nearby islands, Samaria Gorge, the lush Amari valley, the spectacular Koutaliotiko Ravine and plenty of beach resorts big and small along the coast.