Escape to South of Rethymno. Hike and swim away from the crowds Crete,Rethymno

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Escape to South of Rethymno. Hike and swim away from the crowds

SCHEDULE: Wednesday & Saturday

DURATION: 6 - 8 Hours

DIFFICULTY: Medium

GROUP SIZE: 2 - 6 persons

TYPE: Small group tour

PICK UP TIME: 09:30 (Depending on your hotel)

PICK UP PLACE: Hotels in Rethymno district

Highlights

Enjoy a refreshing dive at the deep blue waters of the Libyan sea
Explore the greatness of South Crete and hike between the Cretan mountains
Experience the Rethymnian nature and the rock formations
Surrender to the amazing sea view and the summer breeze
Enjoy a splendid sea food and fish on the grill accompanied with cold dry wine

ITINERARY

Hiking to the southern beaches

Why not take advantage of the proximity and visit the south coast? This part of the island is called the Wild Crete or "the other Crete", beyond the mountains, far from the hotels and summer crowds...After 45 minutes drive from Rethymno we will arrive at Plakias and explore this beautiful region, starting with a short hike of about two hours and a half. We will discover an exceptional part of the south coast of the island, by going around the Plakias peninsula while overlooking to the Libyan Sea. Even in August we will be away from the crowds... and hike this beautiful part of the island pretty much alone.

Choose the waters you'll dive in!

Olive groves, rock formations, cliffs and fantastic views are waiting for you on this flexible day, where swimming can take place wherever you like, on beautiful beaches with very few people, as you walk along on the side. Time to stretch your body and enjoy swimming at the splendid crystal clear deep blue waters of South Crete! What is best than enjoying an isolated beach all by yourself?

Cretan lunch by the Libyan sea

Of course, lunch is planned in a small tavern with the most gorgeous sea view in the region, in order to enjoy a genuine meal just like the Cretans do. Fresh fish on the grill with refreshing dry wine, made by local grape varieties, and the waves under your feet... it doesn't get more relaxing than this. After lunch we will start our way back to Rethymno.

What’s Included

Hotel pick up and drop off (Only Rethymno district) [Please mention it in the Reservation Comments]
English or French speaking guide
Local driver / guide
Transport by air-conditioned car / mini bus
Swimming in the Libyan Sea
Hike in the south of Crete
Lunch (vegetarian option included)
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Lots of raki and laughter :)