Chania, Kournas Lake & Rethymno Day Trip

Explore West Crete on this excursion to Chania, Kournas Lake & Rethymno from Heraklion. Discover two of the most beautiful spots on the island and its stunning natural landscapes.

Chania, Kournas Lake & Rethymno Day Trip

At 7:30 am, we will gather at the arranged meeting point in Heraklion and embark on our journey west along the coast of Crete to Chania, our first stop.

In Chania, we will explore the Old Town, including the harbor, the Venetian fortress, and the Turkish mosques. You will have free time to enjoy local cuisine and continue your exploration at your leisure. Afterward, we will travel to Kournas Lake, surrounded by extensive vegetation and a large freshwater habitat.

We will tour the area to observe the diverse flora and fauna, including eels and two-color turtles. You will also have time to relax and swim in the lagoon.

Finally, we will head to Rethymno for a guided tour of notable sites such as the 16th-century Venetian fortress, Rimondi Fountain, and the Loggia.

At the conclusion of the tour, we will return to the meeting point in Heraklion, arriving around 7:30 pm.