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Rethymno: Preveli Beach Damnoni Beach Kourtaliotiko Day Trip

4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5
654 reviews
Activity provider:
PLATANOS TOURS
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Rethymno: Preveli Beach Damnoni Beach Kourtaliotiko Day Trip
4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5
654 reviews

Get an introduction to some of the best beaches on the south coast of Crete. Travel on a guided day trip to Plakias and Preveli Beach, and venture through the island's palm forests.

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Duration 9 - 11 hours
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Skip the ticket line
Live tour guide
German, English
Pickup included
Pickup is from your hotel or the closest point accessible by a vehicle. You'll receive specific pickup information in a separate email from the local partner (please check your spam folder). Pickup from Rethymno's Old Town will be from the bus stop of the Church of Four Martyrs. No pickup is available from remote hotels (such as Grand Rimondi).

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

5
5 out of 5 stars
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Elly – United Kingdom

We really enjoyed this tour our tour guide, Barbra, was extremely enthusiastic and gave lots of interesting facts, very efficiently run with plenty of time at each destination a brilliant tour to see a bit more of the island.

5
5 out of 5 stars
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Ilona – United Kingdom

I loved it! I travelled with my 8 yo daughter and was a bit scared of walking in the gorge with her, but the distance to the waterfalls and the difficulty weren't bad, she managed. Overall the trip was very interesting, there was enough time to enjoy each place. I highly recommend it:)

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Itinerary

  • 24 pickup location options:

    Gerani, Pirgos Psilonerou, Adelianos Kampos, Violi Charaki, Lavris, Sfakaki, Kato Galatas, Tavronitis, Agia Marina, Misiria, Kolymvari, Chania, Pigianos Kampos, Panormos in Rethymno, Daratsos, Maleme, Perivolia, Skaleta, Rapaniana, Stalos, Gerani, Rethimno, Platanias, Stavromenos

  • Bus/coach

    (1 hour)

  • Kourtaliotiko Gorge

    Break time, Photo stop, Free time

  • Damnoni

    Coffee, Free time, Shopping, Swimming (1.5 hours)

  • Ferry

    (30 minutes)

  • Preveli Beach

    Free time, Walk, Swimming, Snorkeling (2.67 hours)

    Extra fee
  • Ferry

    (20 minutes)

  • Plakias

    Visit, Lunch, Free time, Shopping, Walk, Swimming, Snorkeling (80 minutes)

  • Kourtaliotiko Gorge

    Guided tour, Scenic drive (1 hour)

  • 24 drop-off locations:

    Maleme, Panormos in Rethymno, Pigianos Kampos, Rethimno, Misiria, Skaleta, Agia Marina, Rapaniana, Tavronitis, Violi Charaki, Adelianos Kampos, Sfakaki, Kolymvari, Chania, Kato Galatas, Stavromenos, Gerani, Platanias, Pirgos Psilonerou, Perivolia, Daratsos, Gerani, Lavris, Stalos

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Marvel at waterfalls and the springs on a short hike through a tropical forest
  • Visit the tranquil beaches on the south coast of Crete on a trip from Rethymno
  • Soak up the sun at the pristine sandy beaches of Preveli, Damnoni, and Plakias
  • Journey through the dramatic landscapes of Kourtaliotis Gorge
  • Swim in the turquoise waters and get some free time to explore on your own

Full description

Discover 3 of the most famous beaches on the south coast of Crete. Travel through the wild Kourtaliotis Gorge where you will stop to see the magnificent waterfalls and the springs of the river Preveli that flow inside the gorge and which result in the river at Preveli Beach.
The first stop in the south is at the sandy beach Damnoni, where the boat is waiting to take you to Palm Beach Preveli at the south-end of Kourtaliotis Gorge, at the mouth of the river Preveli.
Enjoy some time for a splendid swim in the crystal clear waters of the Libyan Sea, sunbathe and relax, and embark on a short hike through the tropical forest.

Visit the south of Crete and stop at the viewpoint above where you will be able to enjoy a breathtaking view and take some fantastic pictures.
Hop on the boat to take you to Preveli, a unique mixture of the sandy beach and the green river which is flanked by palm forests and rocky surroundings. Here you will have time to enjoy the refreshing Libyan sea and the Cretan Sun.

Continue to the sandy beach of Damnoni, where the boat is waiting to take you to Palm Beach Preveli at the south-end of Kourtaliotis Gorge, at the mouth of the river Preveli.
Enjoy some time for a splendid swim in the crystal clear waters of the Libyan Sea, sunbathe and relax, and embark on a short hike through the tropical forest.

Hop back on the boat and return back to the sandy beach of Damnoni. The next stop is the small resort Plakias, situated in a natural bay. Here you can have lunch, go for another swim or do some shopping. We will take another road to return to Rethymno, driving through the impressive Kotsifou Gorge.

Includes

  • Bus transfers in an air-conditioned, luxury bus
  • Guide in selected language
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off (in Panormo, Scaleta, Adele, Platanias, Missiria, Rethymno town, Sfakaki, Stavromenos and Atsipopoulo)
  • Visit to Damnoni Beach
  • Stop at Plakias resort
  • Drive through the Kotsifou Gorge
  • Boat ticket to Preveli Beach (€10)
  • Entrance Kourtaliotiko gorge (€5)
  • Pickup from remote hotels (such as the Grand Rimondi)
  • Food and drinks

Not suitable for

  • Wheelchair users

Important information

What to bring

  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat
  • Sunscreen

Know before you go

  • You will receive personalized pickup information in a separate email from the activity provider. Please make sure to check your spam folder

From $26 per person

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.5 /5
4.5 out of 5 stars

based on 654 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.7/5
  • Transportation
    4.7/5
  • Value for money
    4.6/5

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Elly – United KingdomJuly 2, 2025 – Verified booking
We really enjoyed this tour our tour guide, Barbra, was extremely enthusiastic and gave lots of interesting facts, very efficiently run with plenty of time at each destination a brilliant tour to see a bit more of the island.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Ilona – United KingdomJuly 2, 2025 – Verified booking
I loved it! I travelled with my 8 yo daughter and was a bit scared of walking in the gorge with her, but the distance to the waterfalls and the difficulty weren't bad, she managed. Overall the trip was very interesting, there was enough time to enjoy each place. I highly recommend it:)
5
5 out of 5 stars
M
Milan – SerbiaJune 27, 2025 – Verified booking
The tour guide was very polite, friendly, and clear in both languages (German and English). The whole trip was worth the money

Product ID: 109378

Activity provider:
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  • Kotsifou Gorge

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