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Hiking
Wild Crete: Kourtaliotiko Gorge & Preveli Beach Escape
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About This Tour
Explore Crete’s wild beauty! Hike and swim in Kourtaliotiko Gorge, then relax and swim at Preveli Beach. Optional palm forest walk adds nature magic. Perfect for families, friends, or couples seeking adventure, fun, and stunning scenery.
Don’t forget to bring with you
- Comfortable clothing & swimming-suit
- Sport/hiking shoes & flippers
- Sunscreen, towel & hat
- Snacks and water
Notes
There is a short hike (~20 min) inside Kourtaliotiko gorge to reach the waterfall spot, and another 20 min to return back to the car.
There is a short hike (~20 min) from the parking lot to Preveli beach, and another 20 minutes to return back to the car.
The clients can enjoy a walk into the palm forest of Preveli (path next to the river) for as long as they want. They can swim both in the river and the sea.
The driver/escort is not accompanying the clients inside Kourtaliotiko gorge and Preveli beach. The clients are having free time on their own at both natural sites.
Technical Details
- Location: Rethymno
- Starting time: 08:00-09:00 am
- Difficulty: Easy
- Recommended for: Nature lovers
Itinerary
- 1Short hike in the breathtaking Kourtaliotiko Gorge
- 2Swim in the crystal cold waters under the waterfall
- 3Relax and swim at the exotic Preveli Beach
- 4Walk through the palm forest of Preveli
- 5Discover the Preveli river inside the palm forest
- 6Admire stunning landscapes and iconic Cretan scenery
What's Included
Included
- Personal pick up & drop off
- A chauffeured premium vehicle
- Mineral water per person
- Professional driver/escort
- All taxes, fees and VAT
Not Included
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
- Separate mountain escort (140€)
Meeting Point
Pick-up is included from hotel’s lobby (Rethymno central hotels and within ~15 km radius). Transfers from other regions of Crete is available at an extra cost - See our transfer list for details.
