Stavromenos Beach
A quiet sandy beach east of Rethymno where turtles nest at night.
Sandy beaches · Rethymno












Discover the essence of Crete on our unique tour, blending breathtaking scenery, rich history, and authentic flavors. Begin at the Akrotiri Peninsula, visiting the tomb of Eleftherios Venizelos while enjoying stunning views over Souda Bay. Continue to Chania, Crete's second-largest city, where you'll wander the charming, narrow streets of the Old Town and savor traditional Cretan dishes at the harbor.
After exploring Chania, enjoy free time to uncover its hidden gems at your own pace. In the afternoon, visit the ruins of Aptera to capture incredible views of the north coast, perfect for photography enthusiasts. End your day at Lake Kournas, Crete’s only freshwater lake, where you can relax with a Greek coffee at a lakeside café.
This tour offers a seamless mix of guided discovery and personal exploration, making it an unforgettable journey through Crete’s culture, history, and natural beauty.
A quiet sandy beach east of Rethymno where turtles nest at night.
Sandy beaches · Rethymno
A pebble cove under cliffs where monk seals shelter.
Sandy beaches · Rethymno
A monastery near Stavromenos.
Churches & monasteries · Rethymno
A long sandy beach east of Rethymno with a few trees for shade.
Sandy beaches · Rethymno
A 3 km resort beach in front of Adele village, east of Rethymno.
Sandy beaches · Rethymno
Coastal village with a small harbour east of Rethymno.
All villages & towns · Mylopotamos
A pretty fishing village with a sandy beach and shallow water, east of Rethymno.
Sandy beaches · Mylopotamos
A calm, well organised beach in the Rethymno suburbs with shallow light blue water.
Sandy beaches · Rethymno
A walk from a Venetian village above Rethymno.
Hiking trails & summits · Rethymno
A village next to a Homeric city.
All villages & towns · Rethymno
A long, serene sandy beach just east of Rethymno with shallow water.
Sandy beaches · Rethymno
Hill village near Rethymno with Venetian towers.
All villages & towns · Rethymno
The pottery village of Crete.
All villages & towns · Rethymno
The finds of Eleftherna, beautifully shown.
Museums · Rethymno
A Homeric city on a narrow ridge.
Archaeological sites · Rethymno
You drive west along the picturesque north coast and your first stop is on the Akrotiri peninsula. Here you will visit the grave of the important politician Eleftherios Venizelos and from there you can enjoy a fabulous view over Souda Bay.
1 hour 30 minutesThe journey continues to the second largest city in Crete, Chania. Let yourself be enchanted by the beautiful winding streets of the old town. After a city tour, you can enjoy small Cretan specialties right at the city's harbor. After that, you have plenty of free time to explore the beautiful city on your own.
3 hours 30 minutesIn the afternoon you stop at the ruins of "Aptera" to photograph the sensational view over the north coast.
1 hourThe last stop is the freshwater lake "Kournas", here you can end the day with a Greek coffee on a terrace of one of the numerous cafes before you start the journey back to the hotel.
2 hoursPick up is provided from specific hotels and meeting points. You will be informed for your exact pick up point by mail.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.