The fire took hold in the Ierapetra region of southern Crete, home to several resorts offered by the likes of Jet2holidays and Tui, earlier in the week and required "significant" firefighting forces.
However, authorities said the fire was brought under control on Friday (4 July) with "no remaining active fronts".
The fire followed Greece’s first major heatwave of the year, which saw temperatures rise to 38C. Higher temperatures, in excess of 40C, are forecast for the coming week, likely peaking on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Firefighters battled a blaze on the island of Evia at the weekend, the island being one of several Greek regions places on high alert for wildfires owing to strong winds and dry conditions.
Authorities in Crete said that owing to the "swift and effective" actions of firefighting forces, the fire did not pose any threat to people in the area. Roads have since reopened and access to affected areas has been restored.
"Tourist accommodations and local businesses are operating normally," read a statement, which added the region was "ready to welcome back visitors" – including those evacuated as a precaution.
The Foreign Office has updated its advice for Greece to provide more details on the country’s wildfire season and what visitors should do in the event of a blaze. "There is a high risk of wildfires during the summer season from April to October," said the FCDO.
The new advice also highlights how visitors can sign up for emergency alerts from local and national authorities, and where to find further information.
