Agios Nikolaos TO Bali (Mpali)

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Agios Nikolaos

TransferPlan will transfer you from and to Agios Nikolaos as quickly, safely and comfortably as possible. Agios Nikolaos lies 63km east of Crete’s capital Heraklion, north of the town of Ierapetra and west of the town of Sitia, Lasithi’s capital.

Agios Nikolaos is located along a hilly terrain overlooking the coastline and the idyllic Mirabello Bay. Agios Nikolaos is unique amongst other Cretan urban centres as it manages to mix a blend of artsy, leisurely, sleepy and yet vibrant environment. It is the cosmopolitan capital of the Lasithi prefecture and boasts 20000 permanent inhabitants. The name of Agios Nikolaos is derived by the old Byzantine church located west of the city.

One of the highlights of Agios Nikolaos is the Lake Voulismeni, a lagoon of extraordinary beauty riddled by legends and myths. It is said that in its eerie scenery goddess Athena used to take her baths in it. Moreover, it was a common belief that the lake had no bottom, until 1853, when a British admiral ordered soundings to be taken and found out a bottom that reached to 200 feet in depth. Nevertheless, the assumption that the lake was indeed bottomless was used even in modern times to attract tourists in the town. Apart from taking some long walks around the lake and appreciating the mesmerising landscape, one can take the opportunity to dive into the serene waters of the lake and spend some quality time surrounded by nature.

Agios Nikolaos offers a number of other excellent attractions, such as splendid neoclassical architecture, well maintained buildings and a network of stairs around the steep city, the marina, All Saints Island which is home to the endangered species of Cretan wild goats, Kitroplatia square which houses some shops, cafes and restaurants and the Gulf of Mirabello which is of unique beauty and should be one of the 'must sees' if you decide to make your way to the city.

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Bali (Mpali)

TransferPlan will transfer you from and to Bali as quickly, safely and comfortably as possible. Bali is a seaside village in the Mylopotamos municipality in Rethymno, 54km east of Heraklion.

Bali is a great option for a family holiday or as a romantic getaway. Bali offers four different beaches, all of them located in sandy coves, with emerald and crystal-clear waters. The Bay of Bali faces the west; thus, the sea is almost never rough and that makes it ideal for inexperienced swimmers. The beach itself is well organized, thus it is comfortable for those who prefer some relaxation time. The beaches are surrounded by water springs carrying water from Psiloritis mountain range into the sea, making the sea cooler and offering a great remedy against the Mediterranean heat. Bali is surrounded by cove beaches- creating tiny inlets such as Livadi, Kouskouras, Limani, Varkotopos and Karavostasis. The sea is calm and it rarely gets rough, so it is perfect for families with young kids and elders.

By walking around the rocky and steep edges above the coves, visitors are met with splendid views of the bay to Mount Kouloukonas, part of the Psiloritis range and the eastern coastline. If you would prefer to avoid walking in rough terrain make sure to book accommodation close to the waterfront.

The main beach of Bali is a good spot for fun activities such as water sports and is well-organized with sunbeds and umbrellas. Another advantage of this location is its proximity to Rethimno city which could be an excellent option for a day trip from here.

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