Overview
• The city of Chania is one of the cultural centers of Greece, located at the foot of the majestic White Mountains. The former capital of the island and the second largest city of Crete, it attracts tourists from all over the world with its unique combination of Venetian, Ottoman, Byzantine and Greek cultures.
• The old town is more like an open-air museum: the splendor of medieval architecture, the beauty of Venetian-style churches, Ottoman mosques and ancient fountains.
• Picturesque Rethymno impresses every tourist with its beautiful old harbor. You can enjoy delicious local cuisine right on the waterfront, buy the best local products and explore the narrow streets of the old town.
• The final and enjoyable part of the trip will be swimming in Lake Kourna.
• This is the island's natural freshwater lake, its waters are replenished by two springs. The lake looks like a bowl, surrounded on all sides by mountains. If you're lucky, you might see waterfowl turtles.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Additional insurance for tour participants
Pick-up from your hotel (at the specific tourist bus stop, outside of the hotel)
Transfer with air-conditioned bus
Information about the island and the route during the bus ride
Lunch
Entrance fees to museums/sights, individual expenses.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
Good to know
After clarifying the pick-up point, we will send you an additional voucher that assigns a place in a bus for you. This additional voucher (mobile or printed) will be checked at time of bus entrance.
What to expect
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Lighthouse of Chania
2 hours
Chania has the most beautiful old town in Crete and is located at the foot of the majestic White Mountains. The former capital of the island and the second largest city of Crete, it attracts tourists from all over the world for its unique blend of Venetian, Ottoman, Byzantine and Greek cultures.
You will be wandering through the maze of the ancient streets, that will fascinate you by the beauty of the colorful houses and feel as if you are travelling through time, with a variety of unforgettable sights. The old town is more like an open-air museum: splendor of the medieval architecture, beauty of churches in the Venetian style, Ottoman mosques and antique fountains. -
Rethymnon Old Town
1 hour 30 min
Picturesque Rethymno impresses every tourist with its beautiful old harbor and famous lighthouse.
You can enjoy the delicious dishes of the local cuisine right on the waterfront, buy the best products of local producers and explore narrow streets and its hidden gems in the old town. -
Lake Kournas
1 hour 30 min
The final and enjoyable part of the trip will be swimming at Lake Kournas. The lake is like a bowl, surrounded by mountains from all sides. This is the natural freshwater lake of the island, its waters are replenished by two springs.
With some luck you may see turtles swimming around.
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
- After booking we will contact you to arrange the pick-up. Please, note, if you do not provide your pick-up details up to 24 hours before the tour, we do not guarantee the pick-up. For pick-up from different location, please, contact us.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about West Crete Tour from Heraklion: Rethymno-Chania-Kurnas
Can I cancel West Crete Tour from Heraklion: Rethymno-Chania-Kurnas for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 9–12 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Additional insurance for tour participants
- Pick-up from your hotel (at the specific tourist bus stop, outside of the hotel)
- Transfer with air-conditioned bus
- Information about the island and the route during the bus ride
What's not included?
- Lunch
- Entrance fees to museums/sights, individual expenses.
Which places does it visit?
It visits Lighthouse of Chania, Rethymnon Old Town, Lake Kournas.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in German, Russian, English, Polish, French.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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