Heraklion: Preveli By Boat, Rethymno & Damnoni Secret Beaches

Heraklion: Preveli By Boat, Rethymno & Damnoni Secret Beaches

Duration13h - 14h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, Polish, French

Group sizeUp to 100 travelers

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover the beauty of southern Crete on a full-day excursion to Preveli Palm Beach and the stunning coastline of Damnoni. Travel through scenic landscapes before boarding a boat to one of Crete’s most unique beaches, where golden sand meets a palm-lined river surrounded by dramatic cliffs.

Enjoy free time to swim, relax, and explore. Continue to Damnoni Beach, with the chance to visit the nearby coves of Amoudi and Kleisidi. Admire the spectacular views of Kourtaliotiko Gorge along the way.

This tour operates with two different itineraries depending on the day of departure:

-Tuesdays: Includes free time in the charming old town of Rethymnon.

-Thursdays & Saturdays: No Rethymnon stop, with extended beach time at Preveli, Damnoni, Amoudi, and Kleisidi.

A perfect mix of beaches, nature, sightseeing, and relaxation—ideal for discovering Crete’s south coast in one unforgettable day.

Options

German: Hersonissos, Malia

Pick-up from specific points: : Stalis, Malia, Hersonisos, Piskopiano and Sisi
Pickup included

French: Agia Pelagia area

Pick-up from specific areas: Agia Pelagia, Lygaria
Pickup included

Polish: Agia Pelagia area

Pick-up from specific points:: Agia Pelagia, Lygaria
Pickup included

Polish: Heraklion area

Pick-up from specific points: : Heraklion, Ammoudara & Kokkini Hani
Pickup included

Italian: Anisaras, Gouves area

Pick-up from specific points:: Anissaras, Analipsi, Gouves
Pickup included

German: Anisaras, Gouves area

Pick-up from specific points:: Anisaras, Analipsi, Gouves
Pickup included

French: Anisaras, Gouves area

Pick-up from specific points:: Anisaras, Analipsi, Gouves
Pickup included

English: Anisaras, Gouves area

Pick-up from specific points:: Anisaras, Analipsi, Gouves
Pickup included

Italian: Hersonissos, Malia

Pick-up from specific points: : Stalis, Malia, Hersonisos, Piskopiano and Sisi
Pickup included

Italian: Agia Pelagia area

Pick-up from specific points:: Agia Pelagia, Lygaria
Pickup included

German: Heraklion area

Pick-up from specific points: : Heraklion, Amoudara & Kokini Hani
Pickup included

French: Heraklion area

Pick-up from specific points: : Heraklion, Amoudara & Kokini Hani
Pickup included

English: Agia Pelagia area

Pick-up from specific points:: Agia Pelagia, Lygaria
Pickup included

English: Heraklion area

Pick-up from specific points: : Heraklion, Amoudara & Kokini Hani
Pickup included

Polish: Anissaras, Gouves area

Pick-up from specific points:: Anissaras, Analipsi, Gouves
Pickup included

English: Hersonissos, Malia

Pick-up from specific points: : Stalis, Malia, Hersonisos, Piskopiano and Sisi
Pickup included

French: Hersonissos, Malia

Pick-up from specific points: : Stalis, Malia, Hersonisos, Piskopiano and Sisi
Pickup included

German: Agia Pelagia area

Pick-up from specific points:: Agia Pelagia, Lygaria
Pickup included

Polish: Hersonissos, Malia

Pick-up from specific points: : Stalis, Malia, Hersonisos, Piskopiano and Sisi
Pickup included

Italian: Heraklion area

Pick-up from specific points: : Heraklion, Ammoudara & Kokkini Hani
Pickup included

What's included

Boat Trip to Preveli Palm Beach
Liability insurance coverage by ALLIANZ
Air-conditioned vehicle
Tour Guide
Professional Driver

Lunch

What to expect

Heraklion
3h

Morning Pickup
We begin collecting participants from their designated pick-up points in the morning.
Depending on your accommodation location, the drive to the first destination will take 2–4 hours.
Damnoni
Pass by

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.
Preveli Beach
2h 30m

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
1h 30m

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
Kourtaliotiko Gorge
40m

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
Heraklion
3h

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.
Rethymnon Old Town
1h 20m

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.
Heraklion
2h

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.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We pick up travellers from specific points in the areas of Sisi, Malia, Stalis, Hersonissos, Anissaras, Agkisaras, Gouves, Gournes, Kokkini Hani, Karteros, Amoudara, Agia Pelagia and from two centrally located points in Heraklion town.

Additional information

Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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