Full Day Guided Eco and Nature Tour in Crete

This trip offers a comprehensive exploration of Crete, showcasing traditional villages, historic churches, majestic mountains, deep gorges, and picturesque beaches. The journey begins at Lake Kournas, the island’s only freshwater lake, where visitors can admire the tranquil waters and surrounding scenery. Continuing through the countryside, the tour stops at the village of Argyroupoli, where a short walking tour guides you through different periods of Cretan history, ending with a relaxing coffee or juice in the village center.

As the drive continues toward Crete’s southern coast, the landscape transforms, revealing the first views of the Libyan Sea. A stop at the Kotsifou Gorge allows visitors to explore a charming stone church nestled in the dramatic scenery. The tour’s longest break occurs at Plakias Bay, offering time to relax on the beach, enjoy a meal, or stroll through the village. On the return journey to Rethymno, the route passes through the Kourtaliotis Gorge, where travelers can pause to take photographs of the wild and awe-inspiring landscape, completing a full day of Cretan exploration.