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Rethimnon for History Buffs & Foodies

  • Half day
  • West Crete
  • Culture and History, Gastronomy and Wine, Youth and Family, Classic Tours
  • Explore Rethimnon Old Town
  • Visit a Traditional Village
  • Experience a fun Cooking Class
  • Enjoy a splendid Local Meal

DETAILED TOUR TIMELINE

  • Rethimnon Old Town Sightseeing Tour

    Your day will start with a detailed sightseeing walking tour in the old town of Rethimnon, starting from the imposing and impressive Venetian fortress of Fortezza.

    Throughout the town sightseeing walking tour, you will have the chance to explore several of the town’s most important Venetian and Ottoman monuments, such as the Venetian harbor, the Loggia, the Guora gate, the Rimondi fountain, the church of St. Francis, the Pane of Neratze, the Ottoman Hamam and the Turkish school.

  • Visit a Traditional Village

    Being driven some 40 minutes southern of Rethimnon, you will reach a very picturesque traditional village.

    You will have the chance to explore its architecture and everyday life, as well as find out a lot about the Cretan weaving Art and you will see on the spot how the ladies of the village make the traditional “copaneli” lace.

  • Enjoy a fun Cooking Class & a Traditional Meal

    This wonderful place will be hosting a fun cooking class, where you will find out about the special and delicious characteristics of the Cretan cuisine. You will then enjoy a very special 3 course traditional meal.

  • Tour Inclusions

    An Official Licensed Guide

    Your Private transportation on a Premium Class Vehicle

    Your Cooking Class

    Your Traditional Meal

  • Tour Exclusions

    Entrance tickets to the Sites