Crete Couples & Adults-only holidays

Crete has been a favourite destination for travelling couples and newlyweds for decades, and it's easy to see why. You'll bask in romance in the middle of the Aegean Sea, surrounded by stunning scenery, secluded coves, outdoor museums and enchanting sunsets. A couple's holiday in Crete will keep the flame alive.

Couples holidays to Crete

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Best activities in Crete for couples

Sunsets are something not to be missed when you're on holiday with your other half. Lucky for us, Crete offers unique vistas, romantic beaches and ample viewpoints to feast your eyes on this magical wonder. Balos Beach is tricky to get to, but the rewards are a peaceful lagoon with few crowds, perfect for sharing that golden moment with your significant other. The famous rose-coloured beach of Elafonissi is a must-see. Sunsets here are second to none, and have to be seen to be believed.

In Crete, the adage "food is the way to the heart" takes on a whole new dimension. Head to the White Mountains, or Lefka Ori, to take part in the Real Cooking Experience workshop and learn new techniques and recipes using fresh, organic seasonal produce. At the end of the class participants will get to eat the dishes they created and take away their own Cretan recipe book, full of delicious dishes to try at home.

For history-loving couples, you can also head underwater and explore the ancient submerged ruins of shipwrecks covered in coral reefs and marine life. Numerous sites are scattered around the island. Divers Club Crete offers a range of aquatic excursions, such as the Steamboat and Shipwreck dives.

Most romantic destinations in Crete

The crushed shells on Elafonissi beach colour the sand a pale pink, making this bay one of the most romantic spots for a rendezvous in the world. Located in Kissamos, its shallow lagoon is a protected nature reserve for endangered loggerhead sea turtles. Watch the magnificent creatures in the distance, admire the spectacular sunsets and paddle in the turquoise waters contrasted by the flamingo-coloured sand and pebbles.

Chania is a historic town on the north-west coast of Crete, with cobbled lanes leading to pretty restaurants, chic boutiques and palatial museums. Chania's architecture is influenced by Venetian and Turkish accents. The Venetian harbour, which dates back to 1356, is the town's main attraction, and the Venetian lighthouse is a favourite spot for couples looking to pop the question.

Best adult-only hotels in Crete

The Asterion Suites and Spa Designed for Adults lives up to its name. This refurbished hotel, which houses an adults-only oasis on a sandy beach in Chania, is a fantastic destination to keep the flames alive in the sea and the sun. Guests have the option to luxuriate in a deluxe suite with stunning sea views or opt for the ultimate privacy of a suite with a private pool. Enjoy relaxing treatments at the Orion Spa, which specialises in wellness and beauty, and sample traditional Greek and Cretan cuisine at the 35° Cretan à la carte restaurant or the Matter restaurant.