When planning your vacation in Crete, most travel guides will rightly point you toward our world-famous beaches. But if you want to experience the true, authentic spirit of Western Crete, along with some incredible local flavors: we have the perfect day-trip itinerary for you.
Just a scenic, easy 20-minute drive from Infinity Wellness Boutique Apartments, lies one of our favorite hidden gems: Charma Brewery (Cretan Beer).
Whether you are a craft beer enthusiast or simply a food lover looking for a fantastic culinary escape, here is everything you need to know to plan the perfect day.
Beer Tasting & Exceptional Cretan Gastronomy
Charma Brewery offers a beautiful, relaxed restaurant with an outdoor seating area where you can enjoy a unique beer-tasting paddle featuring 8 different types of fresh, locally crafted Cretan beers.
But it’s not just about the drinks. The restaurant serves an outstanding menu of traditional Cretan dishes alongside premium meat options. The culinary highlight? Several of their signature dishes are slowly slow-cooked directly in their own craft beer, making the flavors incredibly rich, unique, and tender.
💡 Motty’s Insider Tip: If you’re wondering what to order, try Motty’s absolute favorite combo: The Chicken cooked in Charma Beer, paired perfectly with a cold glass of Charma Blonde. In fact, keep an eye out for Charma Blonde during your holiday, it’s so popular that you’ll spot it on tap in quite a few of our local taverns across Crete!
Practical Tips for Your Visit
Getting There: The brewery is easily accessible by car. The roads leading there are comfortable to drive, and there is plenty of convenient, free parking right on-site.
Do You Need to Book Ahead? One of the best things about Charma is its relaxed vibe. Unless you are traveling with a very large group, no advance reservations are needed. You can simply show up, though we always recommend doing a quick double-check on Google Maps before you drive out to confirm their current seasonal opening hours.
Crafting the Perfect Day Trip: Lake Agia & The Oldest Olive Tree
To turn your brewery lunch into a full day of unforgettable memories, we highly recommend combining it into a scenic loop. Here is the route we map out for our guests:
Morning – Lake Agia (Agia Lake): Start your morning at this peaceful, protected natural lake. It’s a beautiful spot for a quiet walk, birdwatching, and enjoying a morning coffee right by the water.
📍Link to Agia LakeLunch – Charma Brewery: From Lake Agia, it’s a short and lovely drive straight to the brewery for your beer tasting and lunch.
📍Link to Charma BreweryAfternoon – The Ancient Olive Tree of Vouves: On your way back toward our holiday apartments, make a stop about 8 kilometers from the brewery to visit the oldest olive tree in Crete (and one of the oldest in the world!). Estimated to be over 3,000 years old, its majestic, twisted trunk is a breathtaking piece of living history, and there is a wonderful little eco-museum right next to it.
📍Link to the Ancient olive treeExperience the Best of Western Crete
Exploring these authentic, local tastes and historic landmarks is exactly what makes a holiday in Chania so special.
When you book your stay at Infinity Wellness Boutique Apartments, you aren’t just getting a place to sleep, you get our personal, hand-picked recommendations to help you discover the very best of Crete, away from the typical tourist crowds.
👉 Planning your summer escape? [Click here to check our live availability] and secure your holiday apartments in West Crete today!
When planning your vacation in Crete, most travel guides will rightly point you toward our world-famous beaches. But if you want to experience the true, authentic spirit of Western Crete, along with some incredible local flavors: we have the perfect day-trip itinerary for you.
Just a scenic, easy 20-minute drive from Infinity Wellness Boutique Apartments, lies one of our favorite hidden gems: Charma Brewery (Cretan Beer).
Whether you are a craft beer enthusiast or simply a food lover looking for a fantastic culinary escape, here is everything you need to know to plan the perfect day.
Beer Tasting & Exceptional Cretan Gastronomy
Charma Brewery offers a beautiful, relaxed restaurant with an outdoor seating area where you can enjoy a unique beer-tasting paddle featuring 8 different types of fresh, locally crafted Cretan beers.
But it’s not just about the drinks. The restaurant serves an outstanding menu of traditional Cretan dishes alongside premium meat options. The culinary highlight? Several of their signature dishes are slowly slow-cooked directly in their own craft beer, making the flavors incredibly rich, unique, and tender.
💡 Motty’s Insider Tip: If you’re wondering what to order, try Motty’s absolute favorite combo: The Chicken cooked in Charma Beer, paired perfectly with a cold glass of Charma Blonde. In fact, keep an eye out for Charma Blonde during your holiday, it’s so popular that you’ll spot it on tap in quite a few of our local taverns across Crete!
Practical Tips for Your Visit
Getting There: The brewery is easily accessible by car. The roads leading there are comfortable to drive, and there is plenty of convenient, free parking right on-site.
Do You Need to Book Ahead? One of the best things about Charma is its relaxed vibe. Unless you are traveling with a very large group, no advance reservations are needed. You can simply show up, though we always recommend doing a quick double-check on Google Maps before you drive out to confirm their current seasonal opening hours.
Crafting the Perfect Day Trip: Lake Agia & The Oldest Olive Tree
To turn your brewery lunch into a full day of unforgettable memories, we highly recommend combining it into a scenic loop. Here is the route we map out for our guests:
Morning – Lake Agia (Agia Lake): Start your morning at this peaceful, protected natural lake. It’s a beautiful spot for a quiet walk, birdwatching, and enjoying a morning coffee right by the water.
📍Link to Agia LakeLunch – Charma Brewery: From Lake Agia, it’s a short and lovely drive straight to the brewery for your beer tasting and lunch.
📍Link to Charma BreweryAfternoon – The Ancient Olive Tree of Vouves: On your way back toward our holiday apartments, make a stop about 8 kilometers from the brewery to visit the oldest olive tree in Crete (and one of the oldest in the world!). Estimated to be over 3,000 years old, its majestic, twisted trunk is a breathtaking piece of living history, and there is a wonderful little eco-museum right next to it.
📍Link to the Ancient olive tree
Experience the Best of Western Crete
Exploring these authentic, local tastes and historic landmarks is exactly what makes a holiday in Chania so special.
When you book your stay at Infinity Wellness Boutique Apartments, you aren’t just getting a place to sleep, you get our personal, hand-picked recommendations to help you discover the very best of Crete, away from the typical tourist crowds.
👉 Planning your summer escape? Click here to check our live availability >> and secure your holiday apartments in West Crete today!