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The Real Crete from Rethymno

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.

About this activity in Old Town

Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Includes

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

Excludes

  • Lunch
  • all fees and taxes

Other

  • 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

Customer Reviews

10/10
Based on 10 Reviews
Margot S
Oct 13, 2025 01:44:04 AM
Summary: Thank you for a wonderful day, Anastasia and Kostas! Beautiful nature, good food and a very special event with traditionell music! This event is a must when you come to crete!
rebeccalE1573CD
Sep 16, 2025 04:29:37 AM
Summary: Had a amazing day with nick and the safest driver in crete such friendly people with such big hearts and love for everyone made us feel like family and gave us a extraordinary experience will definately be using markidis again in future thank you so much from the bottom of our hearts Ray and Beckie
Roman B
Sep 11, 2025 11:02:45 AM
Summary: Honestly, the only reason I chose this tour was 100% positive reviews, I had to check what was so good about it. And it was amazing! Our guide was incredible storyteller, places were interesting to visit, and after that we had incredible, very engaging music program. Highly recommend!

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Visitors consistently mention the excellent service, knowledgeable guides, and memorable experiences. The tour holds an impressive average review score of 10.0 out of 10.0 based on 75 verified traveler reviews, reflecting its strong reputation among guests.
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the The Real Crete from Rethymno are as follows: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the activity description.
Best-rates for the The Real Crete from Rethymno starts from $42 per person with includes with all other facilities. Varoom matches every traveler with their perfect place to stay or activity, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.
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