Georgioupolis is situate in a region with plenty of water and old trees. A special feature of the place are the eucalyptus trees, especially the pretty eucalyptus avenue on the old road to Vrisses. Three rivers run into the sea at Georgioupolis. The road bridge crosses the largest, the Almiros river, whose mouth creates the small harbour.

In the last hundred years, many things have changed in Georgioupolis. The once small village with its 9 km long sandy beach enticed the first "do it yourself" holiday makers, who found a few rooms available in the village.
The beach is busy with people enjoying the sand, the sea, and a drink at the beach bars.
Idyllic places around the rivers and marshy areas can still be found despite the increase in construction.

Crete is a fascinating blend of history, legend, myths and a thriving folklore. The hospitality of its people with their infectious love of life and enjoyment of simple pleasures is unsurpassed. With the magnificent White Mountains as a backdrop and unspoiled lush green landscape, the Apokoronas region of North West Crete is an area of outstanding natural beauty filled with wildlife, an abundance of wild flowers, herbs, olive trees, citrus groves and a wide range of organically grown fruits and vegetables. Fresh produce is available daily from local markets while restaurants and tavernas offer a choice of international cuisine or traditional home cooked specialties typical of the healthy "Mediterranean Diet".

Chania, the capitol of West Crete, is only 30 minutes drive and has a beautiful Venetian Harbour with a fascinating history. Wander through the many narrow lanes filled with Venetian, Turkish and Byzantine style buildings. You can also find all the facilities and amenities that you would expect of a modern city with fine restaurants, bars, clubs, live music, traditional harbour side tavernas and fashionable shops.

Indeed, there is so much to explore and experience. You can hire a car or bicycle or even take a boat ride along the coast. Some of the best scenery can be seen on foot. There are many walks or treks along mountain paths and gorges including the world famous Samaria Gorge. Other activity pursuits include horse riding, tennis, golf, go-karting and climbing. Most water sports are available including, diving, snorkeling, windsurfing, sailing, fishing, jet skiing and water-skiing. There are many Health & Fitness centres offering a range of beauty treatments and alternative therapies including massage, reflexology, reiki and yoga.Cultural interests include museums, archaeological sites, ancient towns, churches, monasteries, folklore festivals, theatre and cinemas (open air in the summer).

Distances:

• 30m to beach
• 100m to the village centre and nearest amenities (bakery, supermarket, ATM)
• 40km to nearest airport at Chania (150km to Heraklion)
• 38km to the beautiful Venetian Harbour of Chania
• 25km to Rethymnon ( Old town and Fortezza)
• 80km to the West coast (Falassarna, Gramvousa, Balos)
• 90km to Omalos Plateau and entrance to the Samaria Gorge
• 100km to South Coast (Chora Sfakia, Sougia, Paleochora, Elafonissi

Access: How to Get Here

There are daily scheduled flights from all major E.U countries to Athens El. Venizelos Airport and connecting domestic flights with either Aegean Airlines or Olympic Airways to either Chania or Heraklion airport. For availability and reservations, contact www.aegeanair.com or www.olympicairlines.com. Charter flights from most major E.U. airports also fly to both Chania and Heraklion. Check out the internet for options or contact your Travel Agent for further information.

Transfer Service from and to Chania Airport is provided upon request. Transfer time is approximately 30-40 minutes.

Taxi-Transfers can be arranged on request. Distances to majour cities range from 25km to Rethymno, 38km to Chania. If arriving to Georgioupolis from either of the two airports of Crete the following pricing and distances apply:

~ 45€ from Chania airport (transfer time-25 minutes)

~ 90€ from Heraklion airport (transfer time- 80 minutes)

Useful telephone numbers
From Chania: Chania Airport: Tel. +30 28210 63224 Olympic Airways Chania: Tel. +30 28210 57701 Olympic Airways Chania Airport: Tel. +30 28210 63254 Aegean Airlines Chania Airport: Tel. +30 28210 63366 Chania Souda Port: Tel. +30 22890 22218	From Athens: By air: From Athens, International Airport "Eleftherios Venizelos" Tel. +30 210 353-0000 Olympic Airways Athens: Tel. +30 210 966-6666 or 801-11-44444 Aegean Airlines Tel. +30 626-1000 or 801-11-20000 By ferry boat From Piraeus Port to Souda, Piraeus Port Tel. +30 210 422-6000 to 04