Hidden gem
Avlaki Beach
A small pebble cove near Vrachasi, between Sissi and Milatos.
Secluded coves · Agios Nikolaos
Secluded coves
Quiet, wild, often hike-in
Small coves with few or no facilities, often reached by a short hike, dirt road or boat. Bring water, shade and shoes, and take your rubbish home.
Hidden gem
Vlichadia Beach
A small pebble beach with rugged cliffs north of Agios Nikolaos.
Secluded coves · Agios Nikolaos
Hidden gem
Frouzis Beach
A small rocky cove south of Agios Nikolaos with blue green water.
Secluded coves · Agios Nikolaos
Kolokitha Peninsula
A quiet peninsula with ancient ruins across from Elounda.
Plateaus, forests & parks · Agios Nikolaos