Day Trip to Chania, Kournas Lake and Rethymno from Heraklion

About the Activity

What to Expect

Join us for an exciting day trip to Chania, Lake Kournas, and Rethymno. First, we will explore Chania, a city full of history and charm. Discover the Old City, with its Minoan archaeological sites, Turkish minarets, and Venetian fortresses. Walk around the dockyards, squares, and see the famous Lighthouse. Enjoy lunch at the pretty harbor or visit the bustling Agora market.

Next, we will visit Lake Kournas, the only freshwater lake on the island. Surrounded by beautiful greenery and hills, it's a perfect place to swim or take a relaxing walk while spotting unique fish and birds. The serene atmosphere and natural beauty make it an ideal stop to unwind and connect with nature.

Our final stop is Rethymno, Crete's third-largest town, where you'll see a mix of ancient Greek, Ottoman, and Venetian landmarks. Wander through the old town's narrow alleys, see Turkish minarets, and explore the Venetian fortresses. Or just sit back and enjoy a Greek coffee at the lively old port. With easy hotel pickup and drop-off, this day trip offers a wonderful blend of history, nature, and relaxation.

Highlights

• Explore Chania's Old City with Minoan archaeological sites, Turkish minarets, and Venetian fortresses

• Visit Lake Kournas, the only freshwater lake on the island, perfect for swimming and nature walks

• Discover Rethymno's mix of ancient Greek, Ottoman, and Venetian landmarks

Itinerary

• Departure from your chosen pick up location

• Rethymno

• Chania

• Lake Kournas

• Rethymno

• Return to the prior pick up location

How to Get There

We meet 20 minutes before the booked start time, at your chosen starting point.

Pick Up

If you wish to make use of our pickup service, please contact us after completing the booking. Our pick up service is available from the areas of Malia, Stalis, Hersonisos, Anissaras, Analypsi, Gouves, Gournes, Heraklion, Ammoudara, Agia Pelagia/Lygaria, and Fodele. Simply let us know where you are staying after completing the booking. We will pick you up at a designated point at or very near to your accommodation at the scheduled pickup time. Please note that for pick up outside of these areas, additional surcharges may apply, to be paid on site.

Characteristics of the bus

• Number of passengers: 50 to 75 (depending on the bus)

• Restroom

• Air conditioning

Included Services

• Live tour guide in English, French, and German

• Hotel pick up and drop-off from Heraklion area. If you are located outside this area, a surcharge may be asked to be paid in cash on site.

Bring Along

• Sunscreen, sunglasses and hat

• Swimsuit

• Towel

• Food and drinks

• Cash and card

Good to Know

• Suitable for children of all ages, pregnant women and the elderly

• Not accessible to wheelchairs and strollers

• No pets allowed

• Not recommended for people who suffer from any back problems, or had any back operations

• Please note that your trip duration may vary depending on your starting point, making the journey longer.