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Your Profitis Ilias Holiday
Say bye-bye to the worries of planning and hello to a Profitis Ilias holiday package. With the finer details organised before you leave, you can focus on discovering the best of this city, starting with Gazi, which is good for dining, watersports and families. There's plenty to put on your must-do list during your trip to Profitis Ilias, beginning with leading sights such as Shrine at Anemospilia and Gortyna. Expedia is here to help you escape the everyday. Tailor your holiday to Profitis Ilias to match your travel style, whatever that may be.
Profitis Ilias Holiday
Profitis Ilias Essential Information
Language | Greek |
|---|---|
Currency | Euros |
Local Welcome | Ya su |
Local Goodbye | Yiá sou |
Closest Airport | Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) |
Population | 1,500 |
Max Temp Winter | 16ºC |
Max Temp Summer | 27ºC |
Top Sights | Historical Museum of Crete, Natural History Museum of Crete and St. Minas Cathedral |
Our pick of the best Profitis Ilias Hotel Deals

GDM Megaron Historical Monument Hotel
This is an absolute gem of a boutique hotel. Katarina and her so, Kinstantinos, are the very gracious owners of this gorgeous property in the heart of Rethymno. All the ancient and amazing sites are within walking distance, as well as wonderful dining and shopping options. The only downside is the ...
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Agapi Beach Resort - Premium All Inclusive
Great resort, staff were super helpful especially those at the restaurant. The Spa was amazing and the staff took time to speak with us before recommending treatment to book. Location right on the beach made it a fantastic place to stay.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025

Aquila Atlantis Hotel
The staff and the room were all lovely
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Discover the most popular places to visit in Profitis Ilias

Heraklion Port
Explore ancient fortifications and relax with a waterside drink at Heraklion’s picturesque harbour.

Palace of Knossos
This stunning archaeological site is one of the world’s most important records of Minoan civilisation and it may well be the oldest city in Europe.

Heraklion Archaeological Museum
Delve into the lost world of the Minoans at this museum that has exhibits covering over 5,000 years of Cretian history.
What to do in Profitis Ilias

Crete: Palace of Knossos E-Ticket and Audio Guide

E-Ticket & Audio Tour for Knossos Palace: Unlock Minoan Majesty












