Active holiday in Crete: Zorbas Island is a small-scale apartment complex on the north coast of Crete in Kokkini Hani. We have 20 apartments and 2 holiday homes directly next to a sandy beach. From the apartments, the terrace and the swimming pool you have a magnificent view of the sea with Dia Island on the horizon. During dinner on the terrace, you can watch the sun set in the sea or behind a mountain. Around the apartments is a beautiful garden with our herbs, vegetables, banana trees and many other plants and flowers that do not grow in Northern Europe.
Crete is a popular holiday island where there is something for everyone to do. Whether you like to relax on the beach or at the pool or if you are active, you can do it all during a holiday in Crete.
Excursions on Crete
We organize excursions for our guests ourselves, where we like to go to places that are not described in the tourist guides. Here you will see the real Crete! We organize walks through olive fields and villages where you will encounter few people along the way. But we also climb and clamber through various gorges. So if you like a little more challenge, that’s a must. In some gorges there is water all year round, so wet feet are guaranteed. Along the way we will have lunch at beautiful places that you would not have visited otherwise. Please see our page about excursions.
On the electric bike you will see a lot of the Cretan landscape and the beautiful villages that Crete has. Thanks to the battery, you get support, but it’s still hard pedaling every now and then. The many olive trees are interspersed with beautiful views of the many mountains of Crete.
But there is also plenty to do and see for the water lover. Explore the underwater world while snorkelling, sailing to Dia Island or on the water with an old Greek fishing boat. Choices enough!
We also organize cooking workshops to introduce you to the Greek cuisine. Make your own various Greek dishes in a beautiful olive field and eat them of course. On our excursion page you can see which excursions we organize.
If you want to explore the island yourself, we can help you rent a car. But public transport (bus) is also well organized on Crete. From Kokkini Hani there are regular buses to Heraklion, Hersonissos and Agios Nikolaos, among others. From Heraklion you can go to many other towns on the island by bus.
Holiday in Crete
After a whole day in the open air, you can relax with a drink on our terrace before enjoying all the delicacies that the Greek cuisine has to offer. We offer our accommodation on a half board basis. You start the day with a delicious breakfast and end it with various Greek dishes. The Mediterranean cuisine is also ideal for vegetarians, there are various vegetable dishes. Many of the vegetables and herbs come from our own garden.
We can also help you find good flights. Most time of the year there are many direct flights from various Dutch, Belgian and German airports to Heraklion. From there it is about 20 minutes by car to Zorbas Island.
Sun & Clouds in Crete: Lovely weather coming to Zorbas! Over the next 10 days, we are expecting temperatures of 15 to 18 degrees. Although there will be the occasional cloud or shower, the weather will remain beautiful for an active week on the island.
Carefree to Zorbas Island: Book your flight and accommodation in one package now. We’ll take care of everything, so all you have to do is pack your bags. There are still a few places available for the May holidays and August. Save yourself the hassle and secure your place in the sun today!
Carefree enjoyment during the May holidays or August – Your dream holiday on Zorbas Island starts here: Nothing beats the personal atmosphere of Zorbas Island. Here, you are not a number, but a valued guest in our “Zorbas family”. Our location in Kokkini Hani is the perfect base for a holiday full of adventure and relaxation. From cosy Greek evenings to wonderful excursions, the island feeling is everywhere here.
Exclusive: Our brand new 2-person apartments are almost ready!
The renovation on Zorbas Island is in its final stages and we can’t wait to share the first photos with you. These cosy apartments have been lovingly designed for two people and will open on 1 April.
What makes these homes truly special is their complete comfort: everything is on one level and without thresholds. From the sunny veranda, you can step through the large sliding doors into the spacious living room. The kitchen, luxurious shower and beautiful bedroom at the rear are also accessible without thresholds. Enjoy a modern, open feeling where indoors and outdoors merge seamlessly!
The grand season opening – Something new for everyone! Zorbas Island 2026: New adventures and hidden gems!
The Zorbas Island team has been busy this winter! While Kokkini Hani was quiet, we set out to rediscover the island. The result? A brand new excursion programme full of surprises, specially designed for both our new guests and the familiar faces we welcome back every year.
Walking for all levels: We have mapped out a beautiful new walk that is accessible to absolutely everyone. Enjoy nature on smooth, beautiful gravel paths without any significant elevation changes. Just relax, walk and look around you. For the adventurers who like to push the boundaries, we are heading back into the mountains. We have a few challenging new longer-distance hikes ready for you that will really put your calves to work!
The highlight of the year: Unknown Crete: Our absolute favourite has been completely revamped. Unknown Crete will be the highlight of 2026. We have found routes that were new even to us: authentic villages, hidden valleys and unique encounters. This is Crete as you have never seen it before.
Underwater world: New snorkelling spots: There is also news to report underwater! We have marked out two brand new snorkelling spots this winter. The great thing is that these spots have been chosen so that we can go there in any type of winter weather (and spring winds). Whether the sea is calm or a little wilder, we always have a sheltered spot where you can admire the beautiful underwater world.
In short: we are all set. Will we see you soon at Zorbas?
Zorbas Island 2026 Crete Greece Newsletter: your holiday in Crete in 2026 – The new Zorbas Island programme: dear holidaymaker, we are delighted to present the first details of our brand new programme for 2026! At Zorbas Island, everything revolves around an unforgettable holiday on beautiful Crete.
Holiday Crete 2026 agenda – Agenda Zorbas Island, Crete – Season 2026: our new agenda is ready with the excursions for 2026, including many new excursions. You are probably curious about the activities we will be organising at Zorbas in the coming year, and this agenda provides an overview of all the activities that will interest you.
Holiday information Crete Zorbas Island: Apartment rentals and accommodation on Crete for most of the year. The right place for family apartments and holiday homes, all your excursions and cheap flights to Crete. A comprehensive overview of the latest holiday news from Crete, including lots of photos. Crete is the southernmost holiday island in Europe.
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