Kournas Lake and Rethymno City Tour from Chania

7 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Chania. Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Kournas Lake, Crete’s only natural freshwater lake
02 Relax by the lakeside or enjoy an optional pedal boat ride
03 Explore Rethymno’s picturesque Old Town
04 See Venetian architecture and charming narrow alleys
05 Stroll along the old harbor and its iconic lighthouse
06 Visit the Fortezza Fortress
07 Enjoy free time for lunch or shopping in local tavernas and boutiques
08 Round-trip pickup and bus transport from Chania included

Discover two very different sides of Crete on this full-day tour from Chania, combining peaceful natural scenery with the timeless character of one of the island’s most charming towns. Begin at Kournas Lake, Crete’s only natural freshwater lake, where you can unwind by the water, enjoy the surrounding views, or take a pedal boat ride across the calm surface.

Later, continue to Rethymno and explore its atmospheric Old Town, known for narrow alleys, Venetian architecture, and inviting local shops. With time to stroll by the old harbor, see the lighthouse, visit the Fortezza Fortress, and enjoy lunch or shopping at your own pace, this tour offers a relaxed introduction to Crete’s natural beauty, history, and local life.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Chania, Rethimnon

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Enjoy a wonderful day combining the natural beauty and cultural charm of Crete! Our first stop is Kournas Lake, the island’s only natural freshwater lake, surrounded by lush hills and crystal-clear waters. Here you’ll have free time to relax by the lakeside, enjoy a coffee with a view, or take a pedal boat ride to admire the peaceful scenery and maybe spot a few turtles.We then continue to the town of Rethymno, famous for its picturesque Old Town filled with narrow alleys, Venetian architecture, and charming shops. Explore the Fortezza Fortress, stroll along the old harbor with its iconic lighthouse, and enjoy lunch or shopping in one of the cozy tavernas or boutiques.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Pickup service provided in Chania. 2 cities · 7 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bus Tour

Know before you go

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
Infant seats unavailable
You will receive a voucher with all the info about the pick up ( pick up location , pick up time ) , one day before your tour .
You will receive the voucher with pick up details (pick up ime, pick up point) one day before your tour.

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