Chania, Kournas & Rethymnon

Chania, Crete
Tours, Sightseeing
11 Hours
From 51 EUR

Discover the picturesque harbor of Chania, the crystal-clear waters of Lake Kournas and the charming streets of Rethymnon.

Route

07:00-09:30 Pick Up
10:00 Stop in Skaleta for breakfast & WC
10:15 Departure from Skaleta
11:45 Arrival at Chania
14:00 Departure from Chania
15:00 Arrival at Lake Kournas (for swimming & lunch)
16:30 Departure from Lake Kournas
17:00 Arrival at Rethymno
18:15 Departure from Rethymno
19:15-20:30 Arrival back in hotels – Drop Off

Itinerary

We begin our excursion to West Crete with Chania as our first stop, the most ravishing city of Crete. It was an important Minoan city and the mother of the Cretan cities, according to ancient writers. The city is divided in the Old City, with the gorgeous harbor and the New City, beyond its Venetian fortifications. The Old City is one of the most beautiful cities in the Mediterranean and is called “Venice of the East”. We can admire samples of all the civilizations that have passed from here: archaeological Minoan sites, Turkish minarets and mosques, Muslim neighborhoods, Venetian fortresses, dockyards, fountains, squares, arches, mansions, Loggia and the Lighthouse of Chania.

Leaving this extraordinary city, we arrive at the quaint Lake Kournas, a beautiful habitat with natural freshwater, one of a kind on Crete. Lush greenery, steep cavities between hills, rare species of fish and birds, like eels, moorhens and two-color turtles, make Kournas the ideal place to enjoy a swim before our lunch or an early afternoon walk. The whole area of Kournas is protected under Natura 2000, as it has been a designated wetland. We recommend bringing a swimsuit and sun protection to fully enjoy the water and the sun. Additionally, it’s a good idea to bring shoes suitable for the sea, especially if you plan on walking in the shallow areas. However, please note that these items are optional and not required for the excursion.”

Going back, we stop in Rethimnon, the third biggest town on Crete, where monuments of the archaeological, Ottoman and Venetian eras coexist, in an extremely interesting way. Have a stroll in the alleys of the old town, visit the Turkish minarets like Neratze Mosque and the Venetian fortresses or just enjoy your coffee in the magnificent harbor.

Schedule / Prices

Duration: 11 Hours

From 07/04/2025 to 31/10/2025
Every Tuesday & Friday
Adult 51€ / Child 30€

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Included

Round trip transportation from your hotel (or a nearby accessible point) and back for places between Ammoudara and Malia and
Professional and Multilingual speaking guide
Transfers with air-conditioned luxurious buses

Not Included

Gratuities
All personal expenses
Everything that is not specifically mentioned in the "Included" section

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Notes

The timing of the program will be approximate, depending on the traffic and weather conditions as well as the unexpected overcrowding.

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