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From Rethymno: Day Trip to Preveli Palm Beach-Kourtaliotiko

From Rethymno: Day Trip to Preveli Palm Beach-Kourtaliotiko

Discover the raw beauty of Crete on this guided day tour from Rethymno to Preveli. Take the opportunity to visit Preveli Beach, the Kourtaliotiko gorge, cruise aboard a boat on the Libyan Sea, swim in crystal-clear waters, and relax on a sandy beach. Relax ─ your tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Rethymno or Chania. Start your tour from your accommodation where your guide will meet you. Take a short scenic drive through to Damnoni beach where your personal boat driver awaits. Find yourself in Preveli after a short, picturesque boat ride. Enjoy a swim in the Libyan Sea at Preveli Beach and feel free to explore the Kourtaliotiko gorge and marvel at the mountainous terrain. Connected to Preveli Beach is a series of springs and waterfalls that lead into the gorge which can also be visited. Discover a mixture of sandy beaches, lush forests, and mountains. Return to your accommodation on a route through the Kourtaliotiko gorge

From Chania: Preveli Palm Beach Day Tour

From Chania: Preveli Palm Beach Day Tour

Begin your day with pickup at the designated pick up location and head towards Damnoni. Make a stop at Spili or Asomatos village on your way for a coffee break in order to enjoy the beautiful historical village. Continue on your journey, as guide will collect the money in order to bring you the ferry tickets. Arrive at Preveli beach where you will be able to stay there for 3 hours and explore the Kourtaliotis Gorge, the Palm Tree Forest, or relax at the beach. Explore outside of Chania and see a gorge, river, lagoon, a palm forest, and wonderful sand beach all in one trip. See the beach, located near the exit of Kourtaliotis Gorge. Experience one of the most famous beaches in the South of Crete. Admire the area behind the beach, where begins the second largest palm forest of 40 hectares, which hosts the endemic Cretan palm tree of Theophrastus, protected by the Natura 2000 Network. Follow the marked path (and it is advisable not to step off it) and enjoy pictures full of greenery and listen to the sounds of running water. Immerse yourself in the beautiful nature and admire the natural scenery. Make a stop at the end of the river, which forms a small lake at its exit to the sea with year-round water. Take the chance to have a refreshing swim in the large swimming pools that form every now and then. Enjoy the beach in its natural state, as there are no sunbeds or umbrellas. Stop at the canteen where you can get the essentials if you need to. Depart from Prevali beach and head to Damnoni where you will catch the bus and head to the village of Plakias as you will have free time to have lunch and drink at one of the taverns. Make a brief photo stop on the return journey and enjoy the stunning view of Kourtaliotis Gorge, before being dropped back off at your pickup point.

From Chania: Day Trip to Preveli Palm Beach

From Chania: Day Trip to Preveli Palm Beach

Visit Preveli Beach, the Kourtaliotiko Gorge, with hotel pickup and drop-off in Chania from your hotel or close to your hotel. Cruise aboard a boat on the Libyan Sea, swim in crystal-clear waters and relax on a sandy beach. Start your tour from your accommodation where your guide will meet you. First, you will have a visit to Kourtaliotiko Gorge to enjoy nature and its amazing waterfalls. Take a short scenic drive through to Damnoni Beach where your personal boat driver awaits. Find yourself in Preveli after a short, picturesque boat ride. Enjoy a swim in the Libyan Sea at Preveli Beach and feel free to explore the Kourtaliotiko gorge and marvel at the mountainous terrain. Connected to Preveli Beach is a series of springs and waterfalls that lead into the gorge which can also be visited. Discover a mixture of sandy beaches, lush forests, and mountains. Return to your accommodation on a route through the Kourtaliotiko Gorge.

Heraklion: Preveli Palm Beach & Rethymno City Full-Day Tour

Heraklion: Preveli Palm Beach & Rethymno City Full-Day Tour

The area of Preveli is located about 35 km south of Rethymno city and protected as natura since 2000. The palm beach of Preveli, known as lake of Preveli is located at the exit of mega river, which carries the waters of the imposing Kourtaliotiko gorge. Before we go to the beach, we make a short stop for photos of the magnificent springs, a unique nature because of its landscape. The combination of the huge vertical cliffs of the gorge, the river with its green water, the unique palm tree forest creates a magical atmosphere. It is the most romantic beach of Crete. An almost 20' minute walk (Descending steps) , will give us the unforgetable opportunity to swim in the crystal clear waters of the Libyan sea, next to the tropical river, enjoy the sun and stroll through the exotic palm tree forest. Our last stop, before taking our way back, will be a visit to the old tranditional town of Rethymno for a walk or coffee break.

From Chania: Preveli Palm Beach and Kourtaliotis Waterfalls

From Chania: Preveli Palm Beach and Kourtaliotis Waterfalls

Join us on an unforgettable day excursion to two of Crete's most breathtaking natural attractions: the rejuvenating waterfalls of Kourtaliotis Gorge and the serene beauty of Preveli Palm Beach. Accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide, delve into the rich cultural history and stunning landscapes of South Rethymno. Begin your adventure at the iconic Preveli Beach, a tropical paradise nestled at the mouth of the Kourtaliotikos Gorge and enjoy a refreshing swim in the crystal-clear waters. Stroll along the tranquil river under the shade of the palms, discovering hidden ponds perfect for a cool dip. At lunchtime, indulge in a delightful meal at a local tavern renowned for its exceptional traditional Cretan recipes. Conclude your journey to the awe-inspiring Kourtaliotis Gorge. Marvel at the dramatic scenery and visit the famous Kourtaliotis waterfall, where five large springs converge to form a powerful and continuous cascade. Feel revitalized by the cool mist of the waterfalls and the invigorating sound of rushing and capturing stunning photographs of the gorge’s natural beauty.

Preveli Palm Forest: Our most recommended tours and activities

From Rethymno: Day Trip to Preveli Palm Beach-Kourtaliotiko

From Rethymno: Day Trip to Preveli Palm Beach-Kourtaliotiko

Discover the raw beauty of Crete on this guided day tour from Rethymno to Preveli. Take the opportunity to visit Preveli Beach, the Kourtaliotiko gorge, cruise aboard a boat on the Libyan Sea, swim in crystal-clear waters, and relax on a sandy beach. Relax ─ your tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Rethymno or Chania. Start your tour from your accommodation where your guide will meet you. Take a short scenic drive through to Damnoni beach where your personal boat driver awaits. Find yourself in Preveli after a short, picturesque boat ride. Enjoy a swim in the Libyan Sea at Preveli Beach and feel free to explore the Kourtaliotiko gorge and marvel at the mountainous terrain. Connected to Preveli Beach is a series of springs and waterfalls that lead into the gorge which can also be visited. Discover a mixture of sandy beaches, lush forests, and mountains. Return to your accommodation on a route through the Kourtaliotiko gorge

From Chania: Preveli Palm Beach Day Tour

From Chania: Preveli Palm Beach Day Tour

Begin your day with pickup at the designated pick up location and head towards Damnoni. Make a stop at Spili or Asomatos village on your way for a coffee break in order to enjoy the beautiful historical village. Continue on your journey, as guide will collect the money in order to bring you the ferry tickets. Arrive at Preveli beach where you will be able to stay there for 3 hours and explore the Kourtaliotis Gorge, the Palm Tree Forest, or relax at the beach. Explore outside of Chania and see a gorge, river, lagoon, a palm forest, and wonderful sand beach all in one trip. See the beach, located near the exit of Kourtaliotis Gorge. Experience one of the most famous beaches in the South of Crete. Admire the area behind the beach, where begins the second largest palm forest of 40 hectares, which hosts the endemic Cretan palm tree of Theophrastus, protected by the Natura 2000 Network. Follow the marked path (and it is advisable not to step off it) and enjoy pictures full of greenery and listen to the sounds of running water. Immerse yourself in the beautiful nature and admire the natural scenery. Make a stop at the end of the river, which forms a small lake at its exit to the sea with year-round water. Take the chance to have a refreshing swim in the large swimming pools that form every now and then. Enjoy the beach in its natural state, as there are no sunbeds or umbrellas. Stop at the canteen where you can get the essentials if you need to. Depart from Prevali beach and head to Damnoni where you will catch the bus and head to the village of Plakias as you will have free time to have lunch and drink at one of the taverns. Make a brief photo stop on the return journey and enjoy the stunning view of Kourtaliotis Gorge, before being dropped back off at your pickup point.

From Chania: Day Trip to Preveli Palm Beach

From Chania: Day Trip to Preveli Palm Beach

Visit Preveli Beach, the Kourtaliotiko Gorge, with hotel pickup and drop-off in Chania from your hotel or close to your hotel. Cruise aboard a boat on the Libyan Sea, swim in crystal-clear waters and relax on a sandy beach. Start your tour from your accommodation where your guide will meet you. First, you will have a visit to Kourtaliotiko Gorge to enjoy nature and its amazing waterfalls. Take a short scenic drive through to Damnoni Beach where your personal boat driver awaits. Find yourself in Preveli after a short, picturesque boat ride. Enjoy a swim in the Libyan Sea at Preveli Beach and feel free to explore the Kourtaliotiko gorge and marvel at the mountainous terrain. Connected to Preveli Beach is a series of springs and waterfalls that lead into the gorge which can also be visited. Discover a mixture of sandy beaches, lush forests, and mountains. Return to your accommodation on a route through the Kourtaliotiko Gorge.

Heraklion: Preveli Palm Beach & Rethymno City Full-Day Tour

Heraklion: Preveli Palm Beach & Rethymno City Full-Day Tour

The area of Preveli is located about 35 km south of Rethymno city and protected as natura since 2000. The palm beach of Preveli, known as lake of Preveli is located at the exit of mega river, which carries the waters of the imposing Kourtaliotiko gorge. Before we go to the beach, we make a short stop for photos of the magnificent springs, a unique nature because of its landscape. The combination of the huge vertical cliffs of the gorge, the river with its green water, the unique palm tree forest creates a magical atmosphere. It is the most romantic beach of Crete. An almost 20' minute walk (Descending steps) , will give us the unforgetable opportunity to swim in the crystal clear waters of the Libyan sea, next to the tropical river, enjoy the sun and stroll through the exotic palm tree forest. Our last stop, before taking our way back, will be a visit to the old tranditional town of Rethymno for a walk or coffee break.

From Chania: Preveli Palm Beach and Kourtaliotis Waterfalls

From Chania: Preveli Palm Beach and Kourtaliotis Waterfalls

Join us on an unforgettable day excursion to two of Crete's most breathtaking natural attractions: the rejuvenating waterfalls of Kourtaliotis Gorge and the serene beauty of Preveli Palm Beach. Accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide, delve into the rich cultural history and stunning landscapes of South Rethymno. Begin your adventure at the iconic Preveli Beach, a tropical paradise nestled at the mouth of the Kourtaliotikos Gorge and enjoy a refreshing swim in the crystal-clear waters. Stroll along the tranquil river under the shade of the palms, discovering hidden ponds perfect for a cool dip. At lunchtime, indulge in a delightful meal at a local tavern renowned for its exceptional traditional Cretan recipes. Conclude your journey to the awe-inspiring Kourtaliotis Gorge. Marvel at the dramatic scenery and visit the famous Kourtaliotis waterfall, where five large springs converge to form a powerful and continuous cascade. Feel revitalized by the cool mist of the waterfalls and the invigorating sound of rushing and capturing stunning photographs of the gorge’s natural beauty.

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