Horse riding
Horses, Lake Kournas and the springs at Argyroupoli.
Photo: Maria-Theodora Andrikopoulou / Pexels
Quick facts
- Region
- Chania
- Start town
- Chania
- Planning time
- Depends on the selected itinerary
- Type
- Horse riding
A day that puts you on a horse and also stops at Lake Kournas and the springs at Argyroupoli is three pieces, not a beach ride at Plakias. The horse is one hour. The lake and the plane trees are the rest. The harbour and lighthouse in the photograph are Chania, a likely place to be collected. They are not the lake.
The voucher should name the yard, the lake stop and the springs. Confirm the helmet, who drives between the three, and the return to the coast.
Is it worth it
It suits riders who also want two inland stops. Skip it if anyone is nervous of horses, or if the group only wanted to swim. Ask the weight limit before you book.
What to bring
- Long trousers and closed shoes. Confirm the stable’s age, weight and experience requirements.
Tips
- Check the selected listing for transport, admission, equipment and cancellation terms.
Related tours
Day tripLake Kournas from Georgioupoli
GeorgioupoliDepends on the selected itinerary
Lake Kournas is Crete’s largest natural lake, inland from Georgioupoli. A visit can focus on the accessible shore and the lake landscape rather than an assumed complete walking circuit. Boat or pedalo hire, shore access and facilities depend on the operator and conditions on your date. Keep the lake and a coastal swim as separate choices when comparing a day from Chania or Rethymno. It suits families and a hot afternoon. It is a thin stop if you stay ten minutes in the car park and leave. Walk, or rent a pedal boat, or do not bother. Drive inland from Georgioupoli. The lake is signed. Parking is at the near shore. A tour from Rethymno should not pretend this replaces a gorge.
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Day tripThe springs at Argyroupoli
GeorgioupoliDepends on the selected itinerary
Argyroupoli is the village of springs inland of Georgioupoli, on the site of ancient Lappa. The visit is the water, the shade and the lanes, not Lake Kournas and not the Rethymno harbour. Paths can be wet. A day that also names the lake still has two different stops. It suits a warm afternoon when you want shade and a short walk. Skip it if the group only wants a beach and will not leave the car. Drive up from Georgioupoli or the coast road and park in the village, not at the lake. Wear shoes that can handle wet stone.
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Horse riding near Chania
ChaniaCheck route and total travel time
Compare horse-riding options in the Chania region by the stable’s actual address and the ride proposed for your experience. A venue in the wider region can require a journey from Chania city. Ask about the terrain, riding pace and horse allocation; do not assume a beach ride, gallop or beginner place from the listing title. Ask for the required experience, age or size limits and assistance relevant to your group. A category label does not prove suitability for beginners, children or particular access needs. Send the stable your riding experience and the age and size details it requests. Confirm the stable address and any transport independently; an enquiry is not a confirmed riding reservation.
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Each link opens one product page. The operator named there is not a Discover Crete partner. Availability, the pickup and the inclusions are confirmed on that page for the date you choose.
Horse ride, Lake Kournas and Argyroupoli
A day of about seven hours with pickup from Chania or Rethymno, a two-hour ride, free time at Lake Kournas and the waterfalls at Argyroupoli. Lunch is listed only on the private option. The web address mentions lunch; do not assume it is in every option. This is not a ride that stays on Plakias beach. Availability was not checked.
Check this activityHorse ride, Lake Kournas and Argyroupoli
FAQ
Questions.
- Planning time: Depends on the selected itinerary. Confirm the exact duration and whether travel from your accommodation is included in the selected option.
- Suggested season: Check current access and the selected date. Confirm the date, access conditions and operating schedule before making a booking.
- The voucher should name the yard, the lake stop and the springs. Confirm the helmet, who drives between the three, and the return to the coast.
- It suits riders who also want two inland stops. Skip it if anyone is nervous of horses, or if the group only wanted to swim. Ask the weight limit before you book.