The typical Cretan village of Vouves is located to the west of Chania. 

Famous for its magnificent olive tree - reputed to be the oldest in Greece - and its wine festival which takes place every August.

This peaceful village and its surrounding area is a place to enjoy gentle strolls along tree lined roads, taking in the vibrant perfume of the orange trees in bloom. Stop at a traditional kafeneon or taverna and sample the local olive oil and the pure Cretan wine and don't miss the tsikoudia or raki, aromatic honey and traditional fried fritters with honey.

Vouves is just a short drive from the fishing village of Kolymbari with its harbour side tavernas, weekly market and local shops.

An ideal base for visiting the western most side of the island including the monastry at Kolymbari, the beautiful sandy beaches of Falassarna and Elefonisi and the gorge of Deliana.

The closet beach in the pretty tree lined shore of Tavronitis with its handful of local tavernas.  Here in the village you will find all the shops you need for day to day living. 

The Venetian town of Chania to the east and the historic town of Kisamoss-Kastelli to the west can be reached in around 20 minutes.