Vamos village lies in the foothills of the White Mountains (“Lefka Ori” in Greek), at the center of the Apokoronas peninsula. It is the biggest village in the area and the capital of the district of Apokoronas and the municipality of Vamos.

In the village you can find beautifully renovated old houses, with stone and wood being the main materials used. The Greek Ministry for the Environment has classed the village as traditional

Vamos is a real centre for eco-friendly and alternative tourism in West Crete, featuring traditional houses for rent, country-style taverns, small cosy cafes and walking tours to its natural surroundings. From the living environment, to the natural ingredients of the local dishes, in Vamos you can truly feel close to nature.

Regarding Vamos’ history, in contrast to the tranquility of the village and its natural surroundings, Vamos was the site of numerous battles in the 19th century, during the Cretan revolution for independence.

Culturally, Vamos is a traditional settlement with a rich cultural past and present. Nowadays, a couple of interesting traditional feasts are taking place here, which are always a pleasant surprise to experience!