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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
- Check availability to see starting times
- 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
Had the best day we were looked after by our guide Barbara and our driver I would highly recommend this day trip to anyone thinking of going we loved it
Guide Barbara was very informative and the driver Gregoris was great. Overall great trip and good value for money. It gave us a taste of some of the beautiful parts of Greece
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Itinerary
24 pickup location options:
Violi Charaki, Rapaniana, Stalos, Gerani, Sfakaki, Daratsos, Rethimno, Platanias, Panormos in Rethymno, Stavromenos, Misiria, Agia Marina, Skaleta, Gerani, Perivolia, Tavronitis, Adelianos Kampos, Lavris, Kolymvari, Maleme, Pirgos Psilonerou, Pigianos Kampos, Chania, Kato Galatas
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)
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:
Gerani, Stavromenos, Gerani, Kato Galatas, Panormos in Rethymno, Lavris, Rethimno, Platanias, Perivolia, Daratsos, Rapaniana, Pigianos Kampos, Stalos, Pirgos Psilonerou, Maleme, Kolymvari, Skaleta, Sfakaki, Violi Charaki, Adelianos Kampos, Agia Marina, Chania, Tavronitis, Misiria
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
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
