Live the original experience of a local tour at the most original places in the mountains of Rethymon. Visit and explore Arkadi monastery, Margarites pottery workshop, Melidoni cave and Axos village.
What's included?
Food & drinks
Snacks
Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions
entrance fees
Please note
Animals or pets allowed
Public transportation nearby
Infants must sit on your lap
Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Infant seats unavailable
Travel time is included in the total tour duration
After you will be picked off in the morning from your hotel in Rethymnon, this unique village tour begins from Arkadi. There you will visit the historic Arkadi Monastery, renowned for its pivotal role in the resistance against the Turks. You will learn a lot about local history from the icons and the weapons there.
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After this enriching visit, you will enjoy a majestic route towards Eleutherna where you will stop to glaze the landscape and enjoy the view.
The next station will be the village of Margarites, in which you can learn about the art of pottery and create your own ceramic in their local pottery workshop. The tradition of pottery goes back many generations in this village and the ladies there will be more than happy to initiate you to the Cretan pottery art.
Afterwards, you will be heading to Melidoni cave, also called “Gerodospilios,” which is a historic cave filled with stalactites and stalagmites. This 220-meter altitude cave was a place of worship for Talos the bronze giant guardian of Crete who protected the island of Crete from enemies. You will have an hour to explore the cave.
Before heading back to Rethymnon, you will stop at Axos Village, where you will have the chance to experience firsthand the production process of fresh cheese. Along with the local people you can take part in the milking process, witness the production of local cheese pies and cheese and of course taste the fresh traditional handmade snacks.
Note: Pick-up starts 45 minute(s) before departure.
We offer pick-up from many places for this experience let us know where you are staying