Don't miss to visit the beutiful city of Rethymnon and its picturesque venetian old harbour. The trip takes you also around to the hidden gems of the area such as the ceramic village Margarites and the historic Monastary of Arkadi.

DETAILS OF YOUR TRIP

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, overlooking the beach of Adelianos Kampos.
Our excursion starts early in the morning (approx. 08.00 am) from your hotel or meeting point. You will drive east to the region of Rethymno while our guide informs you about the history and story of this Orthodox monastery. When you arrive at the monastery, you will have free time (approximately one hour) to admire the church (main church - Catholic Church of the monastery), the historic dining hall, the cellar, the power barrel, the museum and the art gallery). Visit the traditional pottery village called Margarites and see the handmade ceramics. (approx. 1 hour). Continue to the town of Rethymno, where you will have free time (approx. 3 hours) to visit the alleys of the old town and traditional taverns overlooking the beach of Rethymno. Return to your hotel around 18.00 hrs.
 

Duration 9h

Notice! Children from 7 up to 11.99 y/o.

Extra charge: 4 Eur per person for entrance at the Monastary