A graphic Cretan town, so characteristic and unique, that nothing similar is met anywhere else on the island of Crete. We will have time to relax at the beautiful scenery at the old port of Rethymnon. We will have time to relax at the beautiful scenery at the old port of Rethymnon.Our next stop Chania is the capital city of the prefecture of Chania, which comes second in size on the island and is the sixth biggest city in Greece having approximately 65.000 residents. Its Venetian walls and harbor, narrow streets, and old buildings from the Venetian and Turkish period are mostly intact and take you directly to the past. The old harbor, where the small fishing boats can moor, is a perfect place to enjoy a coffee and observe the liveliness of the city. Here you can see the cross – shaped closed Marketplace and the leather – Market Street.Next stop and last is the lake of Kournas, the only natural sweet water Lake close to Chania, where you will have your lunch. For those who want, there is a possibility to make a tour in the lake on pedals, or just walk around the lake and swim before we take the way back to Heraklion.
Rethymno City, Chania City, Kournas Lake Tour from Heraklion
The journey
Trip highlights
- 01 Visit the old town and harbor of Rethymnon
- 02 Explore Chania’s Venetian harbor and historic streets
- 03 Stop at Lake Kournas, Crete’s natural freshwater lake
- 04 Enjoy free time for coffee, walking, or sightseeing
- 05 Relax by the lake with time for lunch and a swim
- 06 Travel across western Crete on a full-day excursion from Heraklion
Discover some of western Crete’s most charming highlights on this full-day excursion from Heraklion. Travel across the island to explore the characterful old town and harbor of Rethymnon, wander through the atmospheric streets of Chania, and enjoy time by the peaceful freshwater setting of Lake Kournas.
Along the way, take in Venetian and Turkish influences, scenic waterfront views, and the relaxed rhythm of Cretan towns. The day ends at Lake Kournas, where you can enjoy lunch, take a walk, or simply unwind before the return journey.
At a glance
What this trip includes
Duration
13 Hours
Tour type
Shared
Activity level
Easy
Accommodation
Included
Transport
Included
Wheelchair access
No
Cities
Heraklion, Chania, Rethimnon
Languages
English
Day by day
The itinerary
Day 01
The route
Where you'll travel
The fine print
Trip details
What's Included
- Hotel Pick up/Drop off
- Guide
- Lunch box included: croissant, toast, juice, water
Know before you go
- INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infant seats unavailable
- The remaining hours is for travel time from each place to another
- You will receive the voucher with pick up details (pick up time & pick up point) ne day before your tour.
Logistics
Meeting & route
Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Hersonissos.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Hersonissos.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey
Your 13 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Hersonissos..
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