Kourtaliotiko Gorge Watervallen & Preveli / Kalypso Beach | Privé
Beschrijving
• Geweldige Gorge • Iconische stranden • Scenic Drive • Naadloos • Memorabel • Compromisloos Ervaar een perfecte mix van Adventure en Sightseeing, volledig aangepast aan uw tempo en voorkeuren voor een echt onvergetelijke dag. Uw privédagtrip begint met een adembenemende rit door het diverse landschap van Kreta naar de Kourtaliotiko-kloof, waar we u naar de watervallen begeleiden. Zwemmen is optioneel, waterdichte telefoonhoesjes zijn aanwezig en uw bezittingen blijven veilig onder toezicht tijdens de watersecties. Na de kloof kiest u uw strandervaring : Kalypso Beach, een afgelegen baai met diep, helder water ideaal om te zwemmen, of Preveli Beach, bekend om zijn rivier en palmbos. Houd er rekening mee dat alleen Preveli Palm Forest werd getroffen door een brand op 29 juli 2026. Preveli Beach blijft een optie, maar voor het seizoen 2026 raden we Kalypso aan als de favoriete strandervaring. Daarna kunnen we pauzeren voor de lunch in een gezellige taverna, genietend van heerlijke lokale smaken en warme gastvrijheid.
Rondreisopties
Reisroute
Kourtaliotiko Gorge is een van de meest indrukwekkende natuurwonderen van Kreta, beroemd om zijn dramatische kliffen, weelderige vegetatie en verfrissende watervallen. Als je door de kloof afdaalt, ervaar je het geluid van de wind die weergalmt tussen de torenhoge rotsen, wat de naam inspireerde — “Kourtaliotiko”, wat “klapperend geluid” betekent. De wandeling van het uitzichtpunt naar de waterval duurt ongeveer 12 minuten, gevolgd door een soortgelijke wandeling bergopwaarts terug, waardoor het een lonende en meeslepende ervaring is, omringd door de ongerepte natuurlijke schoonheid van Kreta.
Preveli Palm Forest is een verborgen juweeltje aan de zuidkust van Kreta, waar een rivier stroomt door een weelderig bos van zeldzame inheemse palmen, die het kristalheldere water van de Libische Zee ontmoeten. Omgeven door ruige kliffen en omlijst door een ongerept strand, biedt deze exotische oase een unieke mix van natuurlijke schoonheid en rust, waardoor het de perfecte ontsnapping is voor natuurliefhebbers en ontdekkingsreizigers.
Preveli Beach is een prachtig paradijs waar een zoetwaterrivier samenkomt met het turquoise water van de Libische Zee. Genesteld onder torenhoge kliffen en omzoomd door het beroemde Preveli Palm Forest, biedt het strand een unieke mix van exotische schoonheid en ruige landschappen. Het kristalheldere water, gouden zand en de weelderige omgeving maken het een must-visit plek voor wie op zoek is naar rust en natuurlijke charme. #Houd er rekening mee dat de afdaling van de parkeerplaats naar het strand ongeveer 12 minuten duurt, met een even getimede stijging terug naar boven#
Kalypso Beach is een afgelegen juweeltje aan de zuidkust van Kreta, verscholen tussen dramatische kliffen en kristalhelder water. Bekend om zijn natuurlijke rotsformaties en diepblauwe zee, biedt het strand een unieke, rustige sfeer perfect om te zwemmen, snorkelen en te ontspannen. Met zijn verborgen baaien en ruige schoonheid, Kalypso Beach is een ideale ontsnapping voor wie op zoek is naar rust en avontuur in een van de meest pittoreske omgevingen van Kreta.
Weg van de drukke toeristische gebieden, nemen we u mee naar familie gerunde taverna's rond Plakias, waar u kunt genieten van authentieke Kretenzische smaken terwijl u geniet van een adembenemend uitzicht op de Kretenzische en Libische Zee.
Hoogtepunten
Wat is inbegrepen
Ophaallocaties en -tijden
Opstapplaats: Buiten uw hotelreceptie. - Voor cruisepassagiers: Buiten het hoofdgebouw van de Heraklion Port Passenger Terminal Pickups buiten het standaard servicegebied zijn mogelijk beschikbaar op aanvraag en kunnen extra transportkosten met zich meebrengen. Neem contact met ons op voordat u boekt.
Beoordelingen van reizigers
Belangrijke informatie
- Er zijn speciale kinderzitjes beschikbaar
- Niet aanbevolen voor reizigers met een slechte cardiovasculaire gezondheid
- Reizigers moeten ten minste een gemiddelde conditie hebben
- De toegang tot Kourtaliotiko Gorge is onderworpen aan regelgeving van de lokale Autoriteit en kan af en toe worden beperkt vanwege weers- of veiligheidsomstandigheden. Mocht dit gebeuren, dan passen we de route aan door zowel Preveli Beach als Kalypso Beach te bezoeken, zodat u nog steeds geniet van een complete dagervaring
- Kourtaliotiko Gorge en Preveli Beach vereisen lopen op oneffen terrein, treden en gematigde hellingen
- Reizigers moeten zwemkleding, een strandlaken, geschikt schoeisel voor oneffen terrein en waterschoenen meenemen als ze die hebben
- Reizigers vanaf cruiseschepen moeten de vroegst mogelijke optie kiezen
- Reizigers die buiten het standaard ophaalgebied verblijven (inclusief Elounda, Agios Nikolaos en Chania) moeten contact met ons opnemen voordat ze boeken. Pick-up van deze gebieden kan beschikbaar zijn op aanvraag en, indien bevestigd, kan een extra transporttoeslag van toepassing zijn
- Wij bieden plaats aan grote groepen. Voor groepen van 9 of meer, neem dan direct contact met ons op
- Houd er rekening mee dat alleen Preveli Palm Forest werd getroffen door een brand op 29 juli 2026. Preveli Beach blijft een optie, maar voor het seizoen 2026 raden we Kalypso aan als de voorkeursstrandervaring
Beoordelingen(62)
We had great communication with our guide -which was important as we were at the mercy of our cruise ship arrival. Our guide & driver, Dimitris, met us in a spotless, air conditioned van with fresh cold water. And from there we had the best day ever! We were able to get into the gorge (breath-taking views), we visited Kalypso Beach, we had lunch at a charming Taverna with home cooked Cretan spécialités ( or could have visited another beach). We learned so much about Crete! The best part was that Dimitris was responsive to our requests and made every effort to accomadate us. It was like touring with a good friend! We loved our day!
We had a fabulous day trip with George visiting the Gorge and Kalypso beach. He has an amazing knowledge of Crete and its history. He gave us options within the trip and looked after our personal belongings whilst we swam in the waterfalls. Very professional and friendly I highly recommend!!
George was an outstanding tour guide. He is extremely knowledgeable and made our experience one we will never forget. The whole day was thought out well and my highlight would be walking the gorge and swimming in the waterfall. I could not recommend George and his tour highly enough.
This experience was wonderful for our family and George was a very informative guide. I learned so much about Crete from him. We started at a small bakery outside of Rethymno (our pick up location) which was absolutely delicious. Then, we drove about 20-30 mins to the gorge. The gorge was beautiful. One thing to note is that in the gorge, there was two pools. The second pool inside the gorge, you have to “swim” (water is about chest/armpit level) to get to. However, for us, the water very cold so it would be good to bring a wet suit (the water so cold that even in the first pool where it’s only calf deep, our legs felt like they were locking up). With that being said, even just seeing the gorge from the first pool, was beautiful and worth it for those that really enjoy nature’s magnificent creations. We then chose Kalypso beach which was probably one of my favorite beaches. It is more of a fjord than the long beaches you are used to in Greece, but the water temp was wonderful and there were cliffs that the kids could jump from. Lastly, we stopped at a small taverna with more traditional Cretan food where they show you the specials of the day inside of the pots they are being cooked in, in the kitchen. Food was delicious and staff was so kind. Highly recommend this tour.
What an incredible experience! George is a great guide and kept us entertained on our almost 90 min ride from our hotel. The gorge is a must do/see experience. Absolutely breathtaking and an adventure. My wife and I originally wanted to go explore Preveli beach but my wife was exhausted after the gorge. We went to kalypso instead and had a blast. It’s beautiful and they have a bar! Highly recommend this experience and SunSud tours!
If you are considering booking this private tour with SunSud Tours, do not hesitate! From start to finish, the entire experience was top-tier. George was an absolute delight to be around. He arrived right on time, fully prepared with cold water for a hot summer day, and treated us to a wonderful stop at a local bakery and coffee spot along the route. Throughout the drive, he kept us entertained and informed with fascinating details about Cretan history and fun facts about the island that you’d never find in a standard guidebook. Swimming at the stunning Kourtaliotiko Gorge waterfalls and exploring Kalypso Beach were absolute highlights, but George taking us to an incredible local taverna at the end really made the day perfect. It was truly an unforgettable experience. Thank you, George and SunSud Tours, for an amazing day! 10/10 recommendation!
George was fantastic and our trip was also lovely. The drive to and from the gorge and beaches was calm and we saw beautiful scenery across Crete. George educated us about Cretan olives trees/farming and history. He is very knowledgeable and we were grateful. We had a pit-stop for a bathroom and a greek coffee. Gorge also shared pasteli, which was delicious. There was also a cute little pup to keep us company - Minos! When we arrived at the gorge, we were told it had been closed due to high winds. George quickly pivoted and offered to take us to both Preveli and Kalypso beaches. Gorge walked us over toward Preveli and encouraged us to take our time and enjoy the beach. It was fantastic! The river was beautiful and the beaches had crystal clear waters. We had a great time. Next, we went to Kalypso. We were able to grab a umbrella and loungers (20 euro - well worth it). The water was chilly, but my husband and son loved it. It was a beautiful location with stunning clear water and rocky cliffs. We enjoyed watching the cliff jumpers, even if we weren't that brave. Gorge warned us not to do anything unsafe! Gorge came to us while at Kalypso and said that they had reopened the gorge. I was so grateful for this as it was one of the primary reasons I booked this tour. I am also grateful to Gorge for letting us know - he didn't have to! We left Kalypso and returned to the gorge. The hike down and up was strenuous. I am very fit and welcomed the cardio, but I think it was a challenge for my mother-in-law & husband. My son, age 12, had no issue, either. I knew the water would be cold, but I was still surprised at how cold! I desperately wanted to swim through, but my body is very sensitive to cold and I start losing blood flow to my fingers and toes quickly. It was still beautiful from the waist deep waters and I am so grateful that I got to see it. It was a good experience. George made our day perfect - we saw it all - both beaches & the gorge. We got to see everything we wanted and more! Thank you Gorge!
George was fantastic and our trip was also lovely. The drive to and from the gorge and beaches was calm and we saw beautiful scenery across Crete. George educated us about Cretan olives trees/farming and history. He is very knowledgeable and we were grateful. We had a pit-stop for a bathroom and a greek coffee. Gorge also shared pasteli, which was delicious. There was also a cute little pup to keep us company - Minos! When we arrived at the gorge, we were told it had been closed due to high winds. George quickly pivoted and offered to take us to both Preveli and Kalypso beaches. Gorge walked us over toward Preveli and encouraged us to take our time and enjoy the beach. It was fantastic! The river was beautiful and the beaches had crystal clear waters. We had a great time. Next, we went to Kalypso. We were able to grab a umbrella and loungers (20 euro - well worth it). The water was chilly, but my husband and son loved it. It was a beautiful location with stunning clear water and rocky cliffs. We enjoyed watching the cliff jumpers, even if we weren't that brave. Gorge warned us not to do anything unsafe! Gorge came to us while at Kalypso and said that they had reopened the gorge. I was so grateful for this as it was one of the primary reasons I booked this tour. I am also grateful to Gorge for letting us know - he didn't have to! We left Kalypso and returned to the gorge. The hike down and up was strenuous. I am very fit and welcomed the cardio, but I think it was a challenge for my mother-in-law & husband. My son, age 12, had no issue, either. I knew the water would be cold, but I was still surprised at how cold! I desperately wanted to swim through, but my body is very sensitive to cold and I start losing blood flow to my fingers and toes quickly. It was still beautiful from the waist deep waters and I am so grateful that I got to see it. It was a good experience. George made our day perfect - we saw it all - both beaches & the gorge. We got to see everything we wanted and more! Thank you Gorge!
We had an amazing time on this trip. The gorge and beach were beautiful. On our way back, we enjoyed a delicious lunch with stunning views. I would thoroughly recommend.
George was amazing! We were coming from the cruise port and he was very thorough with the meeting spot and time. On the drive to the gorge, George provided so much history and neat facts about Crete. The drive went by quickly and we all learned so much. At the gorge, George hiked down with us and then watched our belongings as we all swam. Even though it’s cold, definitely do the swim to the waterfall. Afterwards he took us to Kalypso Beach which was beautiful and so cool! We snorkeled and rented a lounger there. We ended the day at the most delicious taverna! They took us into the kitchen to see dishes being made that were not on the menu. It was the best meal of the trip! George kept us right on schedule and had us back with a nice cushion before the cruise departed. We absolutely loved this excursion and our day with George. I would highly recommend it!
