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Last-minute holidays to Crete dole out miles of beaches, Venetian harbour cities and wild, Greek countryside.
Go west to Chania and Rethymnon
Whitewashed houses, spider web streets, olive-green shutters, stone passageways — Chania and Rethymnon both score highly in the postcard-pretty old town stakes. Venetian lighthouses and castles decorate the cities, too. As a bonus, they’re also home to some of the longest, sandiest beaches in Crete.
Head east to Heraklion and Lassithi
When it comes to nights out, Malia in Heraklion is a pretty big deal. The decks here have hosted names like Judge Jules, N-Dubz and Lisa Maffia. Its main strip is chock-a-block with clubs, bars and pubs that hold their own against Ibiza and Ayia Napa. Lassithi, meanwhile, is the master of beach-and-town combos. Agios Nikolaos and Elounda are top picks for laid-back beach days with tavernas in easy reach.
Fancy spending a night — or five — in the Greek Islands ASAP? Our collection of All Inclusive hotels make booking a last minute holiday to Crete easy.
Last Minute Holiday Resorts
Village Panorama
London Luton - 4 Nights - All Inclusive
Based on 2 Adults - 10 May 2025
Vasia Resort and Spa
London Luton - 4 Nights - Half Board
Based on 2 Adults - 10 May 2025
Noble Hotel Suites Adults Only
London Luton - 4 Nights - All Inclusive
Based on 2 Adults - 10 May 2025
TUI BLUE Elounda Breeze
Birmingham - 3 Nights - All Inclusive
Based on 2 Adults - 12 May 2025
TUI BLUE Sensatori Atlantica Caldera Palace
East Midlands - 4 Nights - All Inclusive
Based on 2 Adults - 11 May 2025
Aquila Rithymna Beach
Birmingham - 3 Nights - Half Board
Based on 2 Adults - 6 May 2025
TUI SUNEO Chrissi Amoudia
Newcastle - 3 Nights - All Inclusive
Based on 2 Adults - 3 June 2025
The Island Hotel
Birmingham - 3 Nights - Bed and Breakfast
Based on 2 Adults - 12 May 2025
Nana Golden Beach All Inclusive Resort
East Midlands - 3 Nights - All Inclusive
Based on 2 Adults - 8 May 2025