Overview
Discover 2 beautifull unique beaches on the south coast of Crete on a journey through the wild Kourtaliotis Gorge. Located in the southern part of Crete, the Palm beach of Preveli is a place people should definitely visit while in Crete. Its like an oasis, between the wild deserted mountains of SouthCrete.
A unique landscape, consisting of a gorge, followed by river and surrounded by palm trees, ending at the Libyan Sea. You'll also get to explore the beach of Damnoni and the capital of the Region, Rethymnon!
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Boat Trip to Preveli Palm Beach
Liability insurance coverage by ALLIANZ
In-vehicle air conditioning
Tour Guide
Professional Driver
All fees and/or taxes
Lunch
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
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Heraklion
3 hours
We will start collecting participants from pick-up points in the morning. Depending on the place of your hotel/apartment the bus drive to the first stop will differ.
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30 min
1st stop: Damnioni Beach
Arrive by bus at the beach of Damnioni and embark the boat which will take you to the unique Palm Forest of Preveli.
Boat Trip: 30 minutes -
Preveli Beach
1 hour 30 min
2nd stop: Preveli Palm Beach – 1 hours 30 minutes
Arrival at the famous beach of Preveli. Our participantswill have plenty of free time to enjoyswimming, explore a unique mix of sandy beach and green river flanked by palm forests and rocky surroundings. -
Rethymnon
30 min
Boat Trip back to Damnioni: 30 minutes
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1 hour
3rd stop: Damnioni Beach
Arrival at Damnioni, free time for 1 hour to enjoy lunch at a local tavern. -
Kourtaliotiko Gorge
30 min
Bus Drive: 20minutes
After a 20 minutes bus drive we will arrive at the Gorge of Kourtaliotiko. Experience the wild natural landscapes and spend 10 minutes of free time in order to admire the view of the Cretan Nature and take some pictures! -
Rethymnon Old Town
2 hours
The Bus Drive to Rethymnon will take 30minutes.
Then we visit the picturesque old town of Rethymno. Enjoy your free time to walk along the old port, its iconic small streets with local cafes, and its beautiful beach road for 1.5 hour. -
Heraklion
1 hour 30 min
Embarkation in the buses from Rethymnon and drive back to the hotels where we gathered participants in the morning.
Depending on traffic and on the pick-up places of each one, the time of journey back to the hotel will differ.
Bus Drive: 1 hour 30 minutes
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Athens).
Additional Information
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Preveli Palm Beach Boat Cruise & Rethymnon Town from Heraklion
Can I cancel Preveli Palm Beach Boat Cruise & Rethymnon Town from Heraklion for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 11–13 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Boat Trip to Preveli Palm Beach
- Liability insurance coverage by ALLIANZ
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Tour Guide
- Professional Driver
What's not included?
- Lunch
Which places does it visit?
It visits Preveli Beach, Rethymnon, Kourtaliotiko Gorge, Rethymnon Old Town.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in German, English, Italian, Polish, French.
What fitness level is needed?
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Cretan Odyssey
