Holidays to Aghios Nikolaos

Getting there and getting around

Flights to Agios Nikolaos come very cheap with many of tour operators offering fantastic packages from many airports in the UK. Crete is the only Greek island to be served by two major commercial airports - Heraklion and Chania with Heraklion being the closest to Agios Nikolaos. Holiday transfers to and from the airport tend to be pre booked by your travel operator, but if not there are many shuttle buses and taxis waiting outside the terminal. Getting around Agios Nikolaos is very simple as it is such a compact resort, if you wish to travel to neighbouring resorts taxis are very cheap as are the local buses.

Things to do

There are many ways to keep yourself entertained on your holidays to Agios Nikolaos, many visitors simply enjoy lying on the beach with the sun smiling down on them and occasionally getting up to purchase a refreshing drink, however others prefer to soak up the Greek atmosphere whilst exploring some of the magnificent sites here. A famous landmark is a small lake referred to as ‘Voulismeni,’ it is located in the centre of the town and according to mythology, the goddess Athena used to take her bath in this very lake. The lake is incredibly picturesque and is fortunately located next to an array of cafes and restaurants so is perfect for a day trip.

Food and drink

There is a huge choice when it comes to food and drink in Agios Nikolaos. Local restaurants offer an amazing range of different cuisines. Traditional dishes such as Feta salads, mezes, fresh fish and roast meats are a favourite here with both locals and tourists opting for traditional meals rather than their typical home comforts. You will find on your holidays to Agios Nikolaos that all dishes come very cheap and the hospitality you receive is second to none. For cheap holidays to Agios Nikolaos search travel.co.uk today