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Description
Pair up with our top local insider & journey along the golden expanse of West Crete by the comfort of a luxury chauffeured vehicle. Submerge into a bespoke adventure fueled by the shimmering authenticity of ancient villages, hospitable locals who live close to untouched nature, lavish gorges spilling their rivers into the sea & storied Byzantine Monasteries nestled among utopian wonders.
Tuck into the genuine flavors of our legendary forefathers. Unearth the archaic hamlet of King Agamemnon where water resources are pure, the temperature is ideal, & the local knowledge of food is an art. Prepare to be mesmerized by delicious aromas of slow-grilled lamb & melt-in-mouth river fish placed around an open fire straight in front of you.
Luxuriate along the seaside town of Rethymno wallowing in the charm of the labyrinthian streets & Venetian fortification. Revel in the glamour of the old town that makes it a minor playground for authentic street markets & eclectic wine-cocktail bars.
Itinerary
Elounda
Enjoy a personal pick-up with a premium vehicle at your full-day disposal, at any defined time of the day. Your private day trip will start with a memorable journey to the heart of the iconic West Crete by following bespoke itineraries that are inaccessible by mass tourism crowds.
Spili Village
On your way, descanting to the South-Western Crete your private local insider guide will engage you with many traditional ancient villages and their unspoiled local lifestyle. You will enjoy a Cretan breakfast in the village of Spili, with its huge plane trees and a row of 25 fountains with the form of a lion head.
Preveli
The next stops will be at two (2) stunning gorges. The first one will be on your way while descanting to the South and the second one on the way back to the North. In between, you will visit the ancient Monastery of Preveli, which hosts the Holy Cross (The cross bears part of the True Cross at its base which came from Constantinople). There your private guide will provide you with all the key pieces of information about the history and myths of this ancient land.
Argyroupoli ancient city of Lappa
Then you will be taken to the village of Argyroupoli (ancient city of Lappa) where you will enjoy a delicious lunch under the shade of the ancient plane trees, surrounded by lush green, numerous fresh-water springs, and small breezy waterfalls. There you will savor many local specialties (Ofto Antikristo is one of them) by deeply engaging with the meaning of Cretan “philoxenia” (hospitality) and realizing why the locals have no idea about industrial junk food.
Rethymno
On the way back, you will visit the Venetian city of Rethymno to enjoy an evening guided walk. Your local guide will make you familiar with the rich history of Rethymno by guiding you along the main streets, where you will explore the medieval ports, temples, and unique city markets. Not to mention that you will have the opportunity for the finest local product and wine tasting!
Meeting points
- Istro, , Istro, 721 00
- Voulisma beach, , , 721 00
- Agios Nikolaos, , Agios Nikolaos,
- Elounda, , Elounda,
- Sisi, , Sisi, 724 00
- Milatos, , Milatos, 724 00
- Malia, Crete, , Malia, Crete, 700 07
- Hersonissos, , Hersonissos, 700 14
- Anissaras, , Anissaras, 700 14
- Analipsi, , Analipsi, 700 14
- Kokkini Hani, , Kokkini Hani,
- Gouves, , Gouves, 700 14
- Heraklion, , Heraklion,
- Agia Pelagia, , Agia Pelagia, 715 00
Pick up locations
- Blue Palace, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Crete, Plaka
- Domes of Elounda, Autograph Collection,
- Elounda Garden Suites, Dimokratias Ave
- Elounda Mare Relais & Chateaux hotel, Dimokratias 10,
- Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas,
- Elounda Gulf Villas, Mesa Pigadakia Schisma Elounda,
- Elounda Peninsula All Suite Hotel, Elounda Peninsula via private road,
- Sensimar Elounda Village Resort & Spa by Aquila,
- Elounda Orama Boutique Hotel, Epar.Od. Agiou Nikolaou - Vrouchas
- Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort,
- Royal Marmin Bay Boutique & Art Hotel,
- Candia Park Village,
- Pleiades Luxurious Villas, Aghios Nikolaos,
- Minos Beach Art hotel, Akti Ilia Sotirchou,
- Elounda Bay Palace,
- St. Nicolas Bay Resort Hotel & Villas, Thessi Nissi,
- Daios Cove Luxury Resort & Villas, Vathi Beach
- Istron Bay Hotel, Eo Agiou Nikolaou Sitias 109
- Istron Luxury Villas,
- Istron Collection Villas,
- Milatos Village Cretan Agrotourism Hotel, Unnamed Road
- Grecotel Meli Palace, Agia Varvara,
- Cretan Malia Park,
- Mitsis Laguna Resort & Spa,
- Aldemar Cretan Village, Limenas Hersonissou,
- Aldemar Knossos Royal,
- Aldemar Luxury Knossos Villas, Limenas Hersonissou,
- Lyttos Beach Hotel,
- Creta Maris Beach Resort,
- Hersonissos Village Hotel, 12 Solomou
- Elysium Boutique Hotel, Analipsis Beach Road
- Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa,
- Stella Palace Resort & Spa,
- Nana Beach Hotel,
- Nana Princess,
- Amirandes, Grecotel Exclusive Resort, PO Box 106
- Galaxy Hotel Iraklio, 75 Dimokratias Avenue,
- GDM Megaron Historical Monument Hotel, 9, D. Beaufort
- Lato Boutique Hotel, Epimenidou 15,
- Ibis Styles Heraklion Central, Koroneou 26 Street & Agiou Titou
- AQUILA Atlantis Hotel, 2 Ygias Str,
- Out of the Blue Capsis Elite Resort, 2 Eleftherios Venizelos
- CHC Athina Palace Resort & Spa, Lygaria
- Fodele Beach & Water Park Holiday Resort, PO Box 1354, Heraklion, Crete
- Greco Fodele Villas, Fodele Village,
- Bali Beach Hotel & Village,
- Bali Mare Hotel and Villas,
- Bali Diamond,
- Bali Blue Bay, ,
- N. Kazantzakis Airport,
What's included
A chauffeured premium vehicle
Private guide: We take much pride in having the best local guides of Crete!
Vehicle amenities: mineral water, Cretan fruits & snacks, Wi-Fi, USB sockets & hygiene amenities
Our assistance with the best restaurant recommendations & reservations
VIP skip-the-line access & assistance with purchasing admission tickets
Exclusive insider-access opportunities & tailored details of your personal interest
Our concierge support before & during your day trip
What's excluded
Admission fees
Wine tasting (if requested)
Important information
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Enjoy personal pick-up and drop-off from your hotel, villa, cruise or any other point of Crete island. NOTE: pick-up time is flexible and upon your final confirmation
Cancellation policy
- Cancellation fee of 100% if cancelled 1 day or less before departure
- Cancellation fee of 0% if cancelled 1000 days or less before departure
Categories
- DAY TRIPS AND EXCURSIONS
- SHORE EXCURSIONS
- LUXURY AND SPECIAL OCCASIONS
- BUS OR MINIVAN TOUR
Guided Language
- English
- Deutsch
- Russian
- Francaise
- Ελληνικά
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