Visiting Agia Pelagia via Heraklion Crete

Crete!

An island with rich history, blessed by the Gods with countless natural wonders.

Crete... An island of countless natural wonders
 and exotic beaches

 No wonder why there are so many articles, essays, books written about this beautiful Greek island.

 It is definitely the ideal place for any visitor wishing to enjoy his holidays, regardless of the season, at a place that each corner of it is an amalgam of so many different things, experiences and landscapes making it one of the most popular holiday destinations in the world.

The following lines will describe you why hotels in Heraklion are a great choice, especially the area of Agia Pelagia where you can find Perla Apartments and how you can reach Agia Pelagia via Heraklion.

 Agia Pelagia, Crete … An ideal option for relaxing and refreshing holiday experiences!

Agia Pelagia is located 18 km west of Heraklion. It is built amphitheatrically and the landscape is characterized by impressive natural beauty, especially when someone stares from the surrounding hills towards the serene blue waters.

Agia Pelagia, Crete... built amphitheatrically and surrounded by
landscape of impressive natural beauty

The beach is a narrow strip of sand. The bay is sheltered from the wind, especially the north wind and the sea is almost always calm. It is well organized and you can enjoy the hot Greek sun and the cool crystal clear waters with all the comforts of an organized beach: umbrellas, beach bars and water sports. The water is deep and crystal clear with interesting and rich underwater sea life, therefore do not forget your mask.

Agia Pelagia, Crete ... picturesque views ensure relaxing holidays

Along the beach you will find many taverns. The food here is great; typical of the delicious and healthy Cretan cuisine which characteristic of the healthy Mediterranean diet. In Agia Pelagia you will find all kinds of shops to do your shopping or arrange your supplies while enjoying your stay: jewellery and souvenir shops, internet cafes, small super markets, ATMS and car rental agencies. Small bars and cafes enhance the colourful nightlife of Agia Pelagia while there is an absence of big nightclubs (for those you can visit the city of Heraklion only a few minutes drive from Agia Pelagia).

Even though you will find loads of nearby Hotels in Heraklion, deciding to stay in Agia Pelagia is a great choice with the cosmopolitan Heraklion being only a few minutes away.

Why you should choose Perla Apartments

A great choice for your accommodation needs in Agia Pelagia is Perla Apartments. If you are looking for a pleasant, carefree and relaxing accommodation experience, then the complex of Perla Apartments will prove to be a wise choice, because it offers to its guests an extremely relaxing environment with all the comforts that will surely satisfy even the most demanding guest.

The 80 sq. m. Swimming pool, the indoor and outdoor café will surely make you forget all the fuss of the everyday life back home, while you don’t need to worry about your transfer from Heraklion’s international airport, since the reception will willingly arrange everything for you.

Perla Apartments in Agia Pelagia, Crete ...
enjoy your holidays in style and comfort!

With  27 spacious and fully-equipped studio apartments, able to accommodate from 2-6 people, fully air-conditioned and equipped with all the needed modern facilities will make your stay at Perla Apartments as enjoyable and comfy as possible!

Perla Apartments in Agia Pelagia, Crete ...
27 stylish and fully equipped studios with spacious bedrooms

Visiting  Agia Pelagia via Heraklion

In order to reach Agia Pelagia, you will ideally need to travel first to Heraklion, regardless whether you are already in Greece or you plan to visit Crete from abroad.

Heraklion by Plane :  Heraklion International Airport is located 5 km east of Heraklion in Nea Alikarnassos, and is officially called Heraklion International Airport "Nikos Kazantzakis" in honour of the famous Cretan writer. Heraklion Airport is connected to many cities in Greece, while in the summer months receives thousands of charter flights from Europe.

International Airport 'Nikos Kazantzakis' in Heraklion, Crete

Heraklion by ferry: There are daily services to and from Heraklion port that connect it to the port of Piraeus, Santorini and other islands of the Cyclades. From the port of Piraeus you can travel with large and state-of-the-art ferry boats, while from Santorini and the Cyclades you can travel with super fast catamarans. Also the port of Heraklion is a very popular destinations for many cruise liners.

Large and state-of-the-art ferries connect Heraklion with the port of Piraeus

It is good to know that someone can travel easily to Heraklion throughout the year, since it is a very crucial Cretan city.

When you arrive to Heraklion, due to the fact that it is located almost in the centre of Crete, it is a very easy task to travel towards any part of the island, either by using public buses, taxis, rented cars and motorbikes or even using your own means of transportation.

If you plan to take a taxi from Heraklion to Agia Pelagia you should know that you will pay a fare ranging from 15 to 30 euro. While if you plan to take the public bus you should keep in mind that they are almost never in time, therefore you should calculate that the arrival and departure times may vary significantly from those written. 

The good thing is that the connections are often and at the end of the day you just need to cover only around 18 km.

On the other hand, if you have booked your accommodation in Perla Apartments then you can discuss your transfer matter with the reception and they will willingly deal with your matter fast and professionally; no wonder why Perla Apartments complex is one of the finest nearby hotels in Heraklion.