Heraklion: Preveli By Boat, Rethymno & Damnoni Secret Beaches

1st Stop: Damnoni Beach (arrival point / boat embarkation)

Arrive at the beautiful beach of Damnoni, where you will board the boat heading to the famous Preveli Palm Beach.

Pass by, no stop

Boat Trip: 30 minutes

2nd Stop: Preveli Palm Beach (Duration: 2 hours | Tuesdays: 1 hour 30 minutes)

Reach the world-renowned Preveli Beach, where golden sand meets a palm-lined river surrounded by dramatic cliffs. Enjoy free time to swim in the turquoise sea, relax on the beach, or explore the unique tropical scenery.

Boat Trip: 30 minutes

2 h 30 min

3rd Stop: Damnoni – Amoudi – Kleisidi Beaches (Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes | Tuesdays: 1 hour 10 minutes)

Return to Damnoni Beach and enjoy free time for swimming, lunch, or exploring the nearby hidden coves of Amoudi and Kleisidi, all within walking distance. A perfect chance to experience some of the most beautiful beaches in southern Crete.

Bus Transfer: 20 minutes

1 h 30 min

4th Stop: Kourtaliotiko Gorge (Duration: 10 minutes)

Take in the spectacular views of the wild and rugged Kourtaliotiko Gorge. Enjoy a short photo stop to admire one of Crete’s most impressive natural landmarks.

Bus Transfer: 30 minutes

40 min

Embarkation in the buses from Damnoni region and drive back to the hotels where we gathered participants in the morning.

Depending on traffic and on the pick-up places of each one, the time of journey back to the hotel will differ.

Bus Drive: 2–4 hours.

3 h

5th Stop: Rethymnon Old Town (Tuesdays only | Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes)

On Tuesdays, enjoy free time in the charming old town of Rethymnon. Stroll through picturesque alleys, visit the old Venetian harbor, relax at a local café, or walk along the seaside promenade.

1 h 20 min

Return to Resorts

At the end of the excursion, board the bus for the return journey to your accommodation. Return times may vary depending on traffic and pick-up/drop-off locations.

2 h