Hidden Gems of Rethymno

Ratings

(2)

34 € / person*

*Included bus drive round trip and guiding. Extra debits: Entrance and meals are not included.

INTERESTING TO KNOW ABOUT HIDDEN GEMS OF RETHYMNO:

Ιn this excursion you will visit the oldest monastery in Crete, the historic Arkadi Monastery, which played a major role in the liberation of the island from the Turks. We continue to the village of Margarites, one of the largest pottery centers in Greece. There you will have the opportunity to admire the handmade ceramics and learn the secrets of pottery and tradition. Don't forget to taste the local Cretan cuisine in the picturesque town of Rethymnon.

From
May to September

Pickup
included

Tour guide
included

Language: English

TRIP ITINERARY

Early in the morning

Pick-up

Our excursion starts early in the morning ( about 08.00 )with our guide picking you from your hotel – or the closest accessible – pick up location.

Early in the morning

Arkadi Monastery

You are heading east to Rethymnon region while our guide is informing you about the history and the legacy of this Orthodox Monastery. When you arrive at the monastery you will have free time ( about one hour ) to admire the Church ( Main – Catholic – Church of the Monastery ), the Historic Dining Room, the Cellars, the Power Keg, the Museum and the Art Gallery of the Monastery)

Margarites Village

Visiting the traditional pottery village called Margarites ( in Greek Margarites means the flower Dazies ) and seeing the handmade ceramics. (about 1 hour)

Margarites Village

Rethymno city

Heading to the graphic town of Rethymno where you will have free time (about 2 hours) to visit the Old Town alleys, traditional tavernas with the picturesque view of Rethymno beach.

At about 18:00

Return to your hotel.

At about 18:00