Tour Details

Every Friday from July till October

From Ammoudara, Analipsi, Anissaras, Chersonissos, Gournes, Gouves, Heraklion city center, Karteros, Kokkini Hani, Malia, Stalis

Duration 7 hours approximately / Starting time 10:45 am – Ending time 16:50 pm / Stay in Preveli approximately 4 hours

The beach of Preveli, also known as Lake Preveli or Phoenix, is located at the exit of the imposing Kourtaliotikos Gorge, where the Grand River (Megalos Potamos) flows. It is certainly the most famous beach in South Crete, accepting thousands of visitors every summer. During the ‘60s and ‘70s, it was a favorite destination for the hippies. On the banks of the Grand River there is a large colony of Theophrastus palm trees, which give the region a sense of a tropical landscape. This is the second largest palm forest of Crete, after the palm forest of Vai. The river forms a small lake, 500m long, before emptying into the sea.

You can walk along the river, under the shade of palm trees, and start ascending in the beautiful canyon. At the exit of the river, a beautiful beach with pebbles and sand is formed. Moreover, in the eastern part of the beach, there is a beautiful rock reminding of a heart. You will have plenty of free time here to enjoy swimming in the turquoise waters, to sunbathe under the warm sun and to explore this tropical and very unique landscape.

The bus will stop at a parking lot, the closest to the beach, where a path that descends to the beach starts. The parking is located near towering vertical cliffs, where you can take some fantastic photos. To reach the beach walk the footpath (app. 300 stairs) that takes about 15 minutes. After, approximately 4 hours free time at the beach the day will end and we will make our way back to your hotels.

Indicative time-table

10:45   Arrival at Preveli – free time

15:00   Departure from Preveli

16:50   Arrival in Heraklion

The timing of the program is approximate, depending on traffic and weather conditions

Not included

❌ Personal Expenses

Discounts

Children up to 3 years old free of charge and travelling on parents’ lap

Children from 4 to 12 years old 50% discount

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations up to 2 days prior to departure date, no cancellation  fees

For cancellations 1 day prior to departure date, 100% cancellation fees

Non-Show, 100% cancellation fees

Notes

1. For bookings up to 2 days prior to departure please contact us in order to check for availability.
2. Please provide fullname, telephone number (country code included), e-mail and accommodation details (hotel name & address) upon booking.
3. Please arrive on time to the given pick-up point. Unfortunately, there is no option to wait for latecomers. In case of delay, missed pick-up, missed departure time, no refunds.
4. The travel agency reserves the right to alter or cancel any tour due to adverse weather conditions or insufficient passengers number or force majeure 12 hours prior to departure time with a notification to the traveler.

Payment Options

1. In our office, Aretousas 38 street, Heraklion, Crete
2. Directly upon booking from our webiste with your debit/credit card
3. Payment link sent by us with your debit/credit card easily and safely

Payment of reservations up to one day before the tour.

Upon reservation you will receive from us in a separate e-mail your voucher with specific pick-up information (please check your spam folder as well). Please be aware that you will have to bring the voucher with you during the trip.

For any further clarification, please feel free to contact us from Monday to Friday 09:00 am to 20:00 pm and Saturday from 09:00 am to 15:00 pm.

Book now through our website or contact us for more information at 0030 2810 335227 or send us a mail at online@travelid.gr