West Crete Rethymnon Chania Kournas Lake
Tour of West Crete
Want to immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the Greek fairy tale? Then welcome to the west of Crete. Everyone can become a participant in an amazing, eventful and unforgettable journey.
Rethymno – Lake Kournas – Chania
type: private tour up to 6 people, possible with children;
duration: 7-8 hours;
Route
Departure & Return Location
Your hotel in the Chania and Rethymno region. Other regions on request.
Departure Time
09:00 – 15:00
Price Includes
- Pick-up at your hotel
- Luxury Vehicle with a professional driver
- Wi-fi on board
- Water from the springs of the White Mountains “Samaria”, in bottles
- Accompaniment by a professional local Guide
- Professional liability insurance
- All Fees and Taxes
Price Excludes
- Personal expenses, drinks, lunch / dinner
- Entrance fees to museums, archaeological sites
- Customary tips to your drivers, guides and escorts
Important to have
- Comfortable shoes
- Comfortable clothes
- Sunglasses and Hat
- Long-Sleeved Shirt for Sensitive skin
- Swim Suit and a Beach Towel
- Money for souvenirs, drinks, lunch/dinner
Note
- The beginning of the tour, is your hotel in Chania & Rethymno region. Other regions upon request.
- The program operates from May to October.
- For groups of 8 or more people, please contact us.
If the weather becomes unsuitable during any day trip, the tour-leader has the authority to make any alterations to the program to best suit the needs of the group depending the current weather conditions. The original program is followed as closely as possible.
Health issues:
If any participant suffers from any severe allergy (e.g. to bee stings, food allergies/intolerances) or has medical/health issues we need to be aware of, it is important to let us know in advance. This is clearly a safety measure, personal information is by no means violated and we exercise all discretion.
Insurance:
Moysidis Travel is covered by Professional Liability Insurance.
Each participant is advised to take out health/travel insurance before travelling to Crete.
Chania is a paradise of Greece
At the beginning of the sightseeing tour we will make our way towards the west of Crete – the town of Chania. This resort is amazing because of:
- A variety of landscapes.
- Favourable climate.
- Clean, well-furnished beaches.
- Original architecture.
Since the town has a rich historical past and more than once was conquered by various nations, here you can find interweaving of different cultures: Greek, Byzantine, Ottoman and Venetian.
Today Chania consists of two parts: old and modern. Most of the attractions are localized in the old part, called the Old Town. Structures erected during different epochs remained substantially untouched in wartime and have reached our days in excellent condition. The Old Town includes 5 well-developed quarters with small cosy houses located close to each other. Narrow streets give a special flavour thus creating a homely atmosphere.
The attribute of the town is the Venetian Port. Here you can see the fishermen’s boats peacefully swaying on the waves and a lighthouse, hear the birds’ voices. One of the attractions of the port is the Mosque of the Janissaries. Today, it is used to be an exhibition hall, where art exhibitions are held from time to time.
Rethymnon is the most beautiful town of Crete
The next destination is Rethymnon. Here you will find a lot of interesting things:
- Buildings built in the middle Ages;
- Majestic cathedrals built in the Venetian style;
- Temples and mosques;
- Beautiful fountains;
- Picturesque rural landscapes.
One of the main attractions of the town is the Fortezza Fortress built in the port (XVI century). From here you can see the beautiful views of the entire town. It was built as a defensive construction, so it was made properly and is perfectly preserved to this day.
An unforgettable reminder of architecture is the Venetian lighthouse against a background of which you can take original photos.
On Platanos Square there is Rimondi Fountain attracting attention of the visitors. On the pedestal, you can see 3 heads of lions. The fountain was built by the Venetians.
Kournas Lake
We will also have a unique opportunity to visit the largest freshwater lake of the island called Kournas. Previously, it was called Korecia (in honour of the ancient Greek goddess, whose temple is located nearby). The lake will win your heart with picturesque mountain landscapes and clear water.
The lake is shrouded in numerous legends. According to one of them, the girl turned into a lake when her father came up with the idea of something wrong. Another legend has it that the residents of a nearby village had a wrong lifestyle. The whole settlement was punished. There is an opinion that Kournas has no bottom. In fact, its depth is quite impressive – 25 meters.
It is unforgettable sightseeing Tour of West Crete accompanied by a professional guide
For this purpose, please contact Moysidis Travel at: +30 699 280 0329, +49 1577 559 3278 or write to e-mail: moysidistravel@gmail.com.
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TRAVEL WITH US
- We will book ferry tickets for you from different ports of Greece
- We will select a hotel for you according to your preferences
- We organize individual transfers, excursions and activities for you
To book a tour or a separate service, please leave a request at Moysidis Travel. For more information, please contact us by phones: +30 28210 60240, +30 699 280 0329, or write by e-mail: moysidistravel@gmail.com
