Agios Nikolaos is a coastal town in Lasithi, the easternmost prefecture of Crete. The regional unit of Lasithi brings tourists from all over the world. A large proportion of those visitors is due to the thriving port of Agios Nikolaos and the cosmopolitan resort of Elounda. The port has ferry boats and vessels regularly departing and arriving from the Dodecanese and Cyclades islands.

Before your sailing trip in Agios Nikolaos, you have the chance to visit the Archaeological Museum, the highlight of the town. Here you can admire a good display of artifacts dating back from the Minoan period. The Minoans were high-quality farm producers and this is graciously reflected in the Lassithi plateau, one of the most fertile regions of Greece. In the same area, Dikteon Antron is an impressive cave that used to be a prominent shrine of Minoan Crete. According to myth, it is the same place where Zeus was born. Lassithi has a 300 km coastline and many more class resorts you can visit that are all near the capital. Facing the Libyan Sea you can see Ierapetra. This coastal town offers all kinds of amenities. Similarly, Sitia is known for masterpieces of Cretan art. Once you have had your fair share of fun in the villages and major settlements of Lassithi, you can wander off to the beautiful beaches around Mirabello Bay.

A private sailing trip in Agios Nikolaos suits both laid-back vacationers and the most adventurous seekers. The actual experience begins with renting a sailboat and discovering the gorgeous beaches around Sitia and Elounda. For example, Vai is a top beach in Greece with fine golden sand. You may even visit Karoumes beach which is only accessible by boat and has crystal clear waters. By renting a catamaran you can enjoy perfect moments of relaxation and tranquility in the bay of Kolokytha. This bay was formed to connect Elounda and Agios Nikolaos in the 19th century. The exotic waters currently form a beautiful lagoon that is ideal for a day cruise with a sailboat.

Finally, you can rent a sailboat in Agios Nikolaos and enjoy a full-day trip to Spinalonga Island opposite the harbor of Heraklion. A two-day cruise to Rethymno, Chania, or Santorini with a luxury sailboat is also possible. For the most curious explorer, you may visit Kasos in the Dodecanese islands’ southernmost area. With a skipper on board, you will be able to discover the hidden gems and beauties of Crete.