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From Heraklion: Chania, Rethymno & Lake Kournas Full Day

By Island Spy
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿1,846 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 12h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Discover the best of West Crete in one full-day tour
  • Enjoy activities at the lake of Kournas, Crete’s only natural freshwater lake
  • Enjoy free time in the historic Old Town of Rethymno
  • Explore the Venetian Old Town and harbour of Chania
  • Swim, relax, or enjoy lunch by the lake in a natural setting (extra charge)

Activity location

    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece

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Tuesday & Friday: English, German, French

  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

The tour is conducted in the mentioned languages by a professional tour guide on the bus.

Starting time: 8:00
Price details
฿1,846.31 x 1 Adult฿1,846.31
Total
Price is ฿1,846.31
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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Pick-up and drop-off
  • Inclusions
    Air-Conditioned Vehicle with Experienced Driver
  • Inclusions
    Tour Guide
  • Inclusions
    Free time in Chania, Lake Kournas, and Rethymno
  • Inclusions
    All applicable taxes and legal fees
  • Inclusions
    Public Liability Insurance
  • Exclusions
    Lunch or snacks
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses (shopping, boat rentals, etc.)

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Pets

What you can expect

  • Morning Pickup (approx. 07:00–09:30)
    Pickup from hotels and designated meeting points in Heraklion and nearby areas. Travel west across the island with a short comfort stop along the way.

    Chania – Free Time (approx. 11:15–13:45)
    Enjoy free time in one of Crete’s most picturesque towns. Explore the Old Town with its Venetian harbour, narrow streets, historic buildings, and lively atmosphere. Wander through charming alleys, visit local shops, or relax at a café by the sea.

    Continue through beautiful Cretan landscapes towards the lake of Kournas.

    Lake Kournas: Nature & Relaxation (approx. 14:45–16:15)
    Visit Crete’s only natural freshwater lake, surrounded by hills and protected under the Natura 2000 network. Swim in the clear waters, rent a pedal boat, walk along the lakeshore, or enjoy lunch at a lakeside taverna (optional).

    Rethymno: Old Town Walk (approx. 16:45–18:00)
    Discover the charming Old Town of Rethymno, with its Venetian mansions, Turkish minarets, narrow alleys, and lively harbour. Enjoy free time to explore, shop, or enjoy a drink by the waterfront.

    Return to Heraklion (approx. 19:00–20:15)
    In the evening, we begin our return journey to Heraklion and surrounding areas.

Location

Activity location

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    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece