West Crete Tour from Heraklion: Rethymno-Chania-Kurnas

4.1
(117 reviews)

9 to 12 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 2 more

• The city of Chania is one of the cultural centers of Greece, located at the foot of the majestic White Mountains. The former capital of the island and the second largest city of Crete, it attracts tourists from all over the world with its unique combination of Venetian, Ottoman, Byzantine and Greek cultures.
• The old town is more like an open-air museum: the splendor of medieval architecture, the beauty of Venetian-style churches, Ottoman mosques and ancient fountains.
• Picturesque Rethymno impresses every tourist with its beautiful old harbor. You can enjoy delicious local cuisine right on the waterfront, buy the best local products and explore the narrow streets of the old town.
• The final and enjoyable part of the trip will be swimming in Lake Kourna.
• This is the island's natural freshwater lake, its waters are replenished by two springs. The lake looks like a bowl, surrounded on all sides by mountains. If you're lucky, you might see waterfowl turtles.

What's Included

Additional insurance for tour participants
Pick-up from your hotel (at the specific tourist bus stop, outside of the hotel)
Transfer with air-conditioned bus
Information about the island and the route during the bus ride

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

• After booking we will contact you to arrange the pick-up.
• We pick up from the tourist bus stops, a maximum 800m walk from your hotel.
• For remotely located hotels and Airbnb's, please, contact us to clarify the closest pick-up point or any extra transfer arrangements.
• Please, note, if you do not provide your pick-up details up to 24 hours before the tour, we do not guarantee the pick-up.

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Meeting point
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 to 12 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Lighthouse of Chania

    Chania has the most beautiful old town in Crete and is located at the foot of the majestic White Mountains. The former capital of the island and the second largest city of Crete, it attracts tourists from all over the world for its unique blend of Venetian, Ottoman, Byzantine and Greek cultures. You will be wandering through the maze of the ancient streets, that will fascinate you by the beauty of the colorful houses and feel as if you are travelling through time, with a variety of unforgettable sights. The old town is more like an open-air museum: splendor of the medieval architecture, beauty of churches in the Venetian style, Ottoman mosques and antique fountains.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Rethymnon Old Town

    Picturesque Rethymno impresses every tourist with its beautiful old harbor and famous lighthouse. You can enjoy the delicious dishes of the local cuisine right on the waterfront, buy the best products of local producers and explore narrow streets and its hidden gems in the old town.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Lake Kournas

    The final and enjoyable part of the trip will be swimming at Lake Kournas. The lake is like a bowl, surrounded by mountains from all sides. This is the natural freshwater lake of the island, its waters are replenished by two springs. With some luck you may see turtles swimming around.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • If an infant does not sit on lap in the bus, It is necessary to pay a child ticket.
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Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Shore Excursions
Worry-Free Shore Excursion
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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