Yoga in Crete

Travelers and yoga enthusiasts are discovering the southern coast of the Greek island Crete to for its raw beauty and high natural vibrations.  There are now several excellent yoga retreat centers and family-run yoga retreats on the island, but the southern coast in particular is notable as a top yoga destination.  Reserve a car hire from Heraklion Airport and begin your plans in the south of Crete on Carhirex.com

Peaceful, quiet, rejuvenating and stunningly beautiful, the blue tones of the Libyan Sea make the beaches of Crete's southern coast the perfect place to practice yoga.  Whether you're a beginner or seeking to further your yoga practice while on vacation there are classes here that cater to your needs.  Various locations offer Anusara Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Vinyasa, Yin, and Hatha Yoga, as well as Yoga teacher training and Union Yoga Training.

Other areas of the island offer inviting activities packages that include yoga.  Take a car rental to the Northwest Passage of Crete for an adventure travel vacation that includes kayaking along with guided yoga practice.  There are several organizers which put together yoga packages for the large yoga resort centers in Crete such as Yoga Rocks or Yoga On Crete, or you could simply take a car rental from Heraklion Airport and drive to the smaller family run resorts in the south.  

Kreta Yogashala is just one of these places.  Located in the beautiful Triopetra, named for three large rock formations that jut out of the coast, Kretashala offers unmatched views, experienced and compassionate yoga instructors, and comfortable accommodations.  They are off the beaten path so it is advisable to reserve a 4x4 car hire for a visit to Kreta Yogashala.