Autumn on Crete
The autumn on Crete is nice and warm. With an average of 24 degrees in September, Crete is one of the warmest places in Europe. This period is not as busy as the summer. So if you like to have a good rest, without a lot of people, this is the best time to come to Crete. We also offer a lot of excursions and activities at this time of year. Here you will find some of the excursions we offer:
Greek cooking workshop
We offer you the opportunity to learn how to make typical greek dishes. When the weather is nice we will take you into the nature to do your cooking course over there. You will learn to make greek dishes and afterwards you will taste it in combination with a nice winery. Read more
Walks & Hikes
Also in this period we offer you the chance to get familiar with the flora, fauna, history and culture of Crete. You have the possibility to walk with our specialized tour guide or without our tour guide. We have walks for the inexperienced walkers but we also offer challenging walks for the more experienced walkers. Read more
Boat trips
In this period we offer some very nice boat trips. You can go sailing or with a motor boat, in combination with snorkeling on the best snorkeling spots. On board of the boat we offer you food and drinks. Read more
Unkown Crete
On our tour we will take you to some typical Cretan villages. We also take you to the olive factory and pottery. Afterwards we will drive through some olive tree fields and we will visit some old churches and monasteries.
Quad tour
On a quad tour we will drive through some old authentic villages. We will also drive through rough nature and olive fields. We will mainly drive offroad, so it is a very adventurous excursion.
Diving on Crete
If you like to dive this will be the perfect excursion for you. We offer you the opportunity to dive everywhere on Crete. But also if you have never dived before, we give you the chance to learn it, or even get your PADI certificate. Also groups of divers are at the right place here. The sea temperature is still above 20 degrees in autumn, so the sea has a perfect diving temperature. Read more
For more information about our excursions and accommodation on Crete, please visit our Excursion page.
Current weather situation Crete
The weather forecast for Kokkini Hani shows a consistent picture for the next ten days. During the day, the mercury rises to values between 27 and 30 degrees, supported by warm night temperatures.
Evening sky over Kokkini Hani
Those staying at Zorbas Island this month will be treated to a daily spectacle. June is known for its clear, colorful skies around the island of Dia. As soon as the sun sets, the coastline transforms into a living painting of purple and warm orange.
Flight and accommodation Kokkini Hani, Crete
Enjoy a relaxing holiday at Zorbas Island. We offer comfortable accommodations right on the coast and select the right flight to Crete for you. Be surprised by the competitive price and request a no-obligation quote.
Organic olive oil from Crete with 0.3% acidity
Looking for the very best olive oil from Crete? Zorbas olive oil is an absolute top oil with an extremely low acidity of just 0.3%. This organic olive oil is pure and natural, artisanally produced, and free from additives. An authentic product from the island that you can order directly online.
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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