Private South Crete Full-Day Tour-Spili, Kourtaliotiko & Preveli

Recommended by 93% of travelers

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Crete, Greece

8 to 9 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

Fully customizable itinerary based on your interests
Private transportation in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle
Professional local driver-guide (English speaking)
Flexible pick-up & drop-off time from your location
Local product tastings (olive oil, honey, raki, where available)
Bottled water for each guest
USB charging ports & Bluetooth access onboard
Child seats & boosters available upon request
Photo stops at scenic viewpoints

Entrance fees to attractions or sites (if applicable)
Food & drinks at restaurants or tavernas (optional lunch stop)
Beach amenities (sunbeds, umbrellas, water sports equipment)
Personal expenses

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to your preferred meeting point, or request pickup.

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Pick-up from Chania, Rethymno, and Heraklion regions is included for free.

Meeting points

Select a meeting point

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Kourtaliotiko Gorge

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

The Holy Monastery of Preveli

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Preveli Palm Forest

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

To Sideradiko

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Spili

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation

Infant seats available
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.8

based on 40 reviews

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Amazing tour! Plenty of...

Theane_F, Apr 2025

Amazing tour! Plenty of time at each stop to enjoy the sights, lots of information about the area and the island that kept both myself and my son engaged. Highly recommend this tour for anyone looking for a little adventure with breathtaking sights!

Response from Host, Apr 2025

Thanks a lot, Theane! It’s awesome to hear you and your son had such a great time. We love making sure our guests have enough time to fully enjoy the spots we visit, and it’s great to hear that it made the tour even better. Hope to see you again soon for more unforgettable adventures! 🙌🌟

Nice day trip

Beatriz_H, Oct 2024

Our driver was on time. He was polite and professional. He allowed us enough time to explore at each stop. We enjoyed our day. Please note, this is not a tour, so the driver is not a tour guide. He is there to transport you to the destinations, not necessarily give you history, etc. He will try his best to answer any questions you may have.

Response from Host, Mar 2025

Thank you so much for your feedback! We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed your day and that your driver was punctual, polite, and professional. We appreciate your understanding that this is a transportation service, and while the driver isn’t a tour guide, we’re happy to know they did their best to assist with any questions you had. We hope to welcome you back for more adventures in the future! 😊🚗

Only if you strictly need a driver

Jaya_T, Jun 2024

Review of Leonidas Petridis. First be clear that what you are paying for is a chauffeur. A capable chauffeur to be sure but that’s all. The beaches were decent but my daughter found a great one on her own (Polulisma). I’d say the day was good but falls short of wonderful.

Response from Host, Apr 2025

Dear Jaya, Thank you for your feedback, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts. I’d like to take a moment to clarify a few points regarding your experience. As a driver-guide, my role is to provide transportation as well as detailed information about the sites and attractions along the way. I do my best to answer all questions and provide insights throughout the tour, and I’m happy that you found the experience to be good overall. If there were any questions left unanswered or if there were any other details you were expecting, I’d be happy to hear your suggestions for improvement. It’s important to note that this tour isn’t solely focused on the beaches but rather on showcasing the beautiful nature of Crete—such as the palm forest, waterfalls, and cliffs. While the beaches are certainly part of the experience, the tour is designed to provide a broader view of the island’s natural beauty. Regarding the beach you mentioned, I believe you were referring to Voulisma, not Polulisma. Crete is indeed full of beautiful beaches, and while I’m glad your daughter found a great spot, the tour aims to show a mix of different scenic locations that go beyond just the beach experience. If you’re simply looking to enjoy time on a beach, there are plenty of fantastic beaches in Crete that don’t require a full tour. However, this tour was intended to offer a more well-rounded view of the island's natural wonders, and I hope that part of the experience was enjoyable. Thank you again for your feedback, and I’m happy to address any further concerns or suggestions you may have. Best regards, Leonidas Crete Wanderer

Wonderful day

Amanda_C, May 2024

Wonderful day great guide! Would definitely recommend. Picked up from our hotel when lots did t and it was worth every penny

Response from Host, Jul 2024

Thank you so much, Amanda, for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic experience and that our service stood out to you. It was our pleasure to pick you up and ensure you had a memorable day. Your recommendation means the world to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back on your next adventure!

A beautiful day spent

Dibyojyoti_S, Apr 2024

Tour was good, locations are amazing, got proper time in all places to walk and take pictures. Recommended.

Response from Host, Jul 2024

Thank you for your positive review! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found the locations amazing. It's great to know that you had enough time at each place to walk around and take pictures. Your recommendation is greatly appreciated, and we look forward to hosting you again for more memorable experiences in the future!

Beautiful scenery & great tour guide

Jennifer_C, Apr 2024

Leonidas was a great tour guide! When back in Greece I will certainly reach out to go on more adventures with him,

Response from Host, Jun 2024

Thank you so much, Jennifer! I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our time together. It means a lot to know you'd reach out for more adventures when you're back in Greece. I look forward to exploring more incredible places with you in the future! Safe travels until then!

Kind tour, magical day

Elissa_P, Jun 2023

Leo was just excellent and cares to show you an experience. He will tweak any plans to meet your needs. Do not hesitate to book! We had the most wonderful day. My mom is over 70 and we began trying to do a hike to preveli beach. When we figured out the hike was too difficult, he suggested we ferry it to another island to pick us up. We did- and he was right there! Lovely, kind person. I felt like he was a relative by the end of the day! The day was nothing short of magical.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Thank you for your kind words. I’m thrilled to hear about your magical day with me! I aim to create unforgettable experiences and treat every guest like family. I look forward to your next adventure.