Arkadi, Margarites, Melidoni Cave, Axos tour from Rethymno
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Arkadi, Margarites, Melidoni Cave, Axos tour from Rethymno

4.4/5
Excellent
Based on 25 reviews
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£35.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Discover the Monastery of Arkadi and enjoy a scenic drive to Eleutherna
  • Learn about traditional pottery and create your own ceramic piece
  • Explore the Melidoni Cave, once a place of worship for the bronze giant Talos
  • Learn about the cheese production process and taste the local flavours
What to expect

This village tour begins with a visit to the historic Arkadi Monastery, known for its key role in the resistance against the Turks. After this, you’ll enjoy a scenic drive to Eleutherna, where you can pause to admire the surrounding landscapes.

The next stop is the village of Margarites, where you’ll learn about the traditional art of pottery. For those interested, there’s an opportunity to create your own ceramic piece in a local workshop. While not all guests may have time to participate due to time constraints, the village's rich pottery tradition offers a fascinating experience, and local artisans are eager to share their craft.

The tour continues to the Melidoni Cave, also known as “Gerodospilios”. This historic cave, full of stalactites and stalagmites, was once a worship site for Talos, the bronze giant who protected Crete. You’ll have an hour to explore the cave.

Before heading back to Rethymnon, you’ll visit Axos Village. Here, you can optionally enjoy a traditional lunch and experience the production of fresh local cheese. Participate in the milking process, watch cheese pies being made, and taste traditional handmade snacks. After a relaxing break, this memorable experience concludes with a return to your hotel in Rethymnon.

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What's included
  • check Guided tour
  • check Snacks
  • check Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
  • check Hotel pick-up and drop-off
What's not included
  • x_not_included Entrance fees
Where
Meeting point:
You'll indicate your pickup location at checkout and discuss your pickup time and location directly with the local operator. You'll find the contact details on your voucher.
What to remember

Extra fees to be paid on site:

  • Arkadi Monastery - 4 EUR to be paid on site by cash only
  • Melidoni Cave - 3 EUR to be paid on site by cash only

Know in advance:

  • You'll receive a second final voucher with the exact pickup arrangement (final place and time) in your e-mail one day before the tour. Kindly pay attention to your e-mails
  • You'll be requested to insert your accommodation address and your phone number in the dedicated fields at checkout
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Provider
TRAVEL PATH
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.4/5

Based on 25 reviews from verified customers

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  • Richard druuker

    From United States of America - June 2025

    Travelled with a group of friends

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Busje was erg oud Rugleuningen van Stoelen zaten los en bekleding los van de kanten

  • Reinhold

    From United States of America - June 2025

    Solo traveller

     

    65 - 74 years old

    Average

    Overall rated

    3/5

    Das Auto, mit dem die Tour veranstaltet wurde, macht einen total vergammelten Eindruck Eine Hauptaktivität der Tour bestand wohl darin stellen anzufah ...

  • Andi

    From United States of America - May 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

  • Golden Travel

    From United Kingdom - May 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Great

    Overall rated

    3/5

  • Bethanne

    From United States of America - May 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    A lot was fit into the day. The caves were my favourite. The staff were clear about pick up times and points. The food and restaurant we visited were ...

  • PV

    From United States of America - May 2025

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Booking via TUI Musement en bevestiging gehad en bevestiging opstapplaats in centrum R Daarna nog een bevestiging van de uitvoerder van de tour AllCr ...

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