Spili, Patsos & Plakias Beach Tour

Join us on this tour from Rethymno to discover some of the greatest natural charms of central Crete. The grotto of Patsos, the beach of Plakias, and the village of Spili await us.

Spili, Patsos & Plakias Beach Tour

At 8.30 am, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Rethymno and head south to visit stunning locations such as Spili, the Patsos grotto, and Plakias beach.

Onboard a comfortable minibus, we'll travel through the nature of Crete until we reach the Patsos grotto, a gorge filled with over 80 species of vegetation and 24 species of wildlife, many of which are protected. We'll also see the small church nestled in the rock hidden in Patsos.

Our excursion will continue south, with a stop at a viewpoint to admire the scenery surrounding Rethymno. We'll then arrive at the Botanical Garden, where we will explore its interior for 40 minutes to discover the native plants and flowers of Crete.

Another place we'll visit is Spili, a mountain village renowned for its spring water, cobblestone streets, and old houses. We'll visit the Folklore Museum to delve into its Cretan culture.

Lastly, we'll pass through the Kourtaliotis canyon until we reach the beach of Plakias, where you'll have free time for lunch and a refreshing dip in the waters. We'll return to your hotel in Rethymno at 5.30 pm.