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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
The Real Crete:
On this excursion you will have the opportunity to see many places that represent the traditional lifestyle and some historical facts of Crete. The first stop is at Melidoni Cave which is a cave full of history and dates back to Neolithic Period based on tools and items found it the cave. The second stop is at the village of Margarites. Margarites is famous for its pottery that goes back many generations. The third stop is by Arkadi Monastery, is the oldest monastery in Crete. You then continue on the village of Apostoli.
Here you will visit an old olive oil factory and see how the production of our olive oil is made. In this village you will also eat in a traditional tavern whilst enjoying the beautiful sound of live Creta music. The second last stop is at Saint Antonios Gorge for photos and finally the last stop which is the Dam known as "Fragma Potamon" which is the home of many animals and flowers.
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Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch
All Fees and Taxes
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
We pick up costumers from all Hotels in the area of Rethymno.
Monastery of Arkadi, Rethymnon, Greece Take a break from the beach and discover the more authentic side to Crete on a small group tour of the small villages and rural landscapes. Visit an old olive oil mill, see the island's oldest monastery and learn more about ancient Eleftherna. 60 minutes
Melidoni Cave, Melidoni, Greece Take a break from the beach and discover the more authentic side to Crete on a small group tour of the small villages and rural landscapes. Visit an old olive oil mill, see the island's oldest monastery and learn more about ancient Eleftherna. 30 minutes
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
O8474GZclarissem
16 Sep 2024
I loved this expedition! Very nice to do. The group was super friendly and carried by the good mood and kindness of Anastasia our Guide and Kostas our driver (and ambience)! We did even more things than planned in the program with very nice surprises! Thank you for a beautiful day from which I leave with nice memories and beautiful photos ☺️
hasse2020
16 Sep 2024
Very interesting trip that allows you to see some of the countryside and nature.
We had a very good Guide in Anastasia who guided in very good English and German. The experience at the monastery would have been even better with guiding.
The "lunch" was very nice and well prepared but arrived a little late in the program so please bring some talk. The driver Costas was very skilled and participated in the entertainment as a musician and dancer. We are very pleased and recommend this excursion to anyone who holidays in Rethymnion.
haileyt825
14 Sep 2024
Such a fantastic day!
We originally booked for the Monastery (which is beautiful), but we visited Melidoni Caves, Margarites, a gorge and a fantastic Greek taverna.
The taverna was excellent. Niktarious the guide was a fantastic host, demonstrating and teaching Greek dances. Everyone got up and had a good time!
The bus driver Kostas played some of the music on his Lyre which was such a lovely experience.
It's a long day but we had such an amazing time!
Full video of our day available on Tik tok @knowbeforeyougo and Insta @knowbeforeyougoig
10/10
This tour in
Crete
is organized by
Markidis Travel
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