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Rethymno: Arkadi Monastery, Margarites Village & Melidoni Cave.
Chania, Crete, Greece, Europe
Crete, Greece, Europe
$1040.26
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Explore the cultural and natural highlights of central Crete with a private tour from Chania or Rethymno. Visit the historical Arkadi Monastery, descend into the legendary Melidoni Cave, and discover the artisan pottery village of Margarites. Along the route, learn from your guide about the ancient city of Eleutherna, once a major cultural center of Crete. End your day with a stroll through the romantic alleys of Rethymno Old Town.
• Visit the historical Arkadi Monastery, a symbol of Cretan resistance
• Explore Melidoni Cave, a site of natural beauty and tragic history
• Stop in the traditional pottery village of Margarites
• Walk through the picturesque streets of Rethymno Old Town
• Hear stories of Ancient Eleutherna on your way through the region
• Visit the historical Arkadi Monastery, a symbol of Cretan resistance
• Explore Melidoni Cave, a site of natural beauty and tragic history
• Stop in the traditional pottery village of Margarites
• Walk through the picturesque streets of Rethymno Old Town
• Hear stories of Ancient Eleutherna on your way through the region
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Rethymno Town: Arkadi Monastery - Eleftherna - Margarites village
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Comfortable Vehicle with a professional driver
- Accompaniment by a professional guide
- Wi-fi on board and Water from the springs of the White Mountains “Samaria”, in bottles
- All Fees and Taxes
- Entrance tickets to the Monastery of Arcadia and the Eleutherna Museum.
- Pick-up at your hotel
- Customary tips to your drivers, guides and escorts
- Personal expenses, drinks, lunch / dinner
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Chania PrefecturePickup from your location in Chania region. Your private guide and driver will meet you at your hotel, villa, or cruise ship. Sit back and enjoy the journey through the scenic Cretan countryside.
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Monastery of ArkadiArkadi Monastery (Visit – approx. 1 hour). Explore one of Crete’s most sacred landmarks, a symbol of freedom and resistance. Learn the powerful story of the 1866 rebellion against the Ottoman Empire and admire the monastery’s impressive Baroque architecture, bell tower, and peaceful surroundings.
- Eleutherna (Drive-by storytelling stop – no visit). On the way to Margarites, your guide will tell the fascinating story of ancient Eleutherna — once a thriving city-state with Homeric connections. Although we won’t stop at the archaeological site, you’ll gain an insightful overview of its historical importance, recent discoveries, and connection to nearby villages. (pass by)
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Margarites Village (Stop – approx. 1 hour). Discover the charming village of Margarites, famous for its traditional pottery and artistic spirit. Walk through narrow stone alleys adorned with bougainvillea, visit local ceramic workshops, and maybe take home a handmade souvenir.
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Melidoni CaveMelidoni Cave (Visit – approx. 45 min). Venture into the dramatic Melidoni Cave, filled with natural beauty and poignant history. This atmospheric site was once a place of worship and later the scene of a tragic event during the Ottoman occupation. Explore the cavern’s chamber, admire the stalactites, and feel the reverence of this sacred place.
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Rethymnon Old TownRethymno Old Town (Free time – approx. 1.5–2 hours). Conclude your tour in one of Greece’s best-preserved medieval cities. Enjoy free time to explore Venetian and Ottoman architecture, cozy cafés, boutique shops, and hidden alleyways. Optional lunch at a local taverna (at your own expense).
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Chania PrefectureReturn to Chania. Relax during your comfortable drive back to the Chania region.
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Rethymno: Arkadi Monastery, Margarites Village & Melidoni Cave.
Chania, Crete, Greece, Europe
Crete, Greece, Europe
$1040.26
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!