Discover South Crete – Rethymno

4.6
(21 reviews)

8 to 9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Follow us through the savage natural landscape of Crete which makes your soul fill full of power. We will start from the dam of the rivers at the lake, we will end up to the breathtaking full of plants gorge of Saint Antonios with a small church in the rocky cave. We will pass through some traditional villages and we will stop to take pictures at the higher point of the area, viewing the North and the South Rethymno and the two highest mountains of Crete. Τhen we will visit a botanical garden for a 40-minutes guided tour. You will discover plants and flowers of Crete, famous for their healing properties. At the end of that tour we will have a tea to enjoy and smell the magic of Cretan nature.We continue direction Spili (a famous village for its natural springs), we will visit the folklore museum. As long as we cross the imposing gorge of Kourtaliotis we will move towards Plakias beach for swimming and lunch with view to the South Cretan Sea.

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Pick up and Drop off in Bali, Panormo, Skaleta, Adele, Platanias, Missiria, Rethymnon, Atsipopoulo
Food and Beverage

Meeting and pickup

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

Pick up and drop off in Bali, Panormo, Skaleta, Adele, Platanias, Missiria, Rethymnon town, Atsipopoulo.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 to 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Potamon Dam – A peaceful spot surrounded by nature, perfect for capturing stunning photos.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Agios Antonios Gorge – A stop at this small yet impressive gorge with a charming chapel inside a cave.

    50 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Meronas – A picturesque village with traditional Cretan character and stunning mountain views.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Kourtaliotiko Gorge – One of Crete’s most famous gorges, known for its dramatic cliffs and flowing springs.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Spili (1h 30min stop) – Explore this traditional village, famous for its lion-head fountains, charming streets, and local shops.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Plakias (2h stop) – Enjoy free time at this beautiful seaside village, where you can relax on the beach, swim in crystal-clear waters, or savor local delicacies at a seaside tavern.

    2 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Checkin Creta Travel

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Excellent Quality
DSA non-compliant

Cancellation Policy

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