Join us on this unique route for a fun day through gorges, mountains, traditional villages and breathtaking views.
Explore the mainland of Rethymno prefecture, visiting hard-to-find places away from the crowds, for spectacular views and the excitement of traveling off-road, in the unique natural landscapes of Crete!
Departure times :
From Plakias center bus stop: 09.15 am
From Plakias Resorts Hotel & Alegria: 09.25 am
Adult (12+ ) : 105 €
Child (2-12 ) : 75 €
Our journey starts from Plakias and, arriving at the beautiful Kotsifou Gorge, we can visit a church inside the rocks. Driving up the slopes of mountain Vrisinas we reach the altitude of 1.000 meters, where we can admire a panoramic view of Rethymno region.
After this amazing and memorable experience, we arrive at the traditional village of Chromonastiri for a brief coffee stop. This place affords you a glimpse at the typical Cretan rural life. Here there is a Military museum, which is optional to visit.
Passing through traditional villages full of character and interest, we get to at Fragma Potamon. It is the biggest dam of the island, an excellent picture spot.Passing through traditional villages full of character and interest, we get to at Fragma Potamon. It is the biggest dam of the island, an excellent picture spot. We continue our journey to the impressive Patsos Gorge,where the beuty and the divercity of gorge will amaze you.
Our last stop will be the big village of Spili, with the famous lion head fountains gushing cold mountain water all year long. Small shops sell handmade souvenirs and handcrafts too. In this beautiful location we will have our Cretan meal with unlimited pure wine.
After that we will be heading back to Plakias filled with joy, a lot of beutiful pictures and ready for our next adventure together.
Discover the beuty of Crete with,
Cretan Explorer.
