Private Full-Day West Crete from Heraklion

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Private Full-Day West Crete from Heraklion — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

Start with a coffee under the, centuries-old, plane trees at the picturesque village of Spili. Then, driving through the Kourtaliotiko gorge you can enjoy the incredible view, get a close look of the waterfall and even dip your feet in the cool water. Next is the Preveli Monastery which dates back to the 10th century. The monastery is associated with the struggles for Crete’s independence and, more recently, the WWII when the allies used it as a gateway to the Middle East. If you are in a mood for a swim, the next stop is definitely the village of Plakias. Next is the city of Rethimno which has an intriguing mixture of Venetian and Ottoman architecture and buildings with well-preserved elements of that.

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At a glance

Duration: 8–10 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Greek, English
Operated by: Stagakis Grand Prestige

What is included

Included

Included: Fridge
Included: Honey/Raki tasting
Included: Bottled water
Included: Fully equipped First-Aid-Kit
Included: V.I.P.- class, air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Drinks and Meals
Not included: Souvenirs and personal expenses

Itinerary

Spili

15 min

Short stop for a beverage
Kourtaliotiko Gorge

20 min

Enjoy the view from the gorge, and visit the waterfall
The Holy Monastery of Preveli

one hour

Visit the Monastery
Stop 4

one hour

A stop for a swim
Rethymnon

one hour

Walk around the city of Rethymnon