Rethymno Crete Private tour, Explore Shepherd’s Hut and Cheese Making Process
Discover Crete's allure: landscapes, villages, heritage. Small-group tour includes honey factory, shepherd's hut, local cuisine, panoramic vistas.
Private Tour:
Ref:
rethymno001
Up to:
16
People
Duration:
6 -7
hour(s)
Activity level:
About this tour...
Embark on a captivating journey through Crete, exploring its landscapes, traditional villages, and rich heritage. This small-group tour offers an immersive experience, from a honey factory visit to discovering the lifestyle of a Cretan shepherd at a remote hut. Savor authentic Cretan cuisine, meet locals, and relish panoramic views that capture the island’s essence.
Apithano Honey Factory & Village Charms: Starting from Rethymnon, the tour heads southeast, stopping at Apithano Honey Factory for a guided tour and tastings. Drive through Milopotamos and traditional villages, immersed in lush greenery and captivating views.
Halepa Monastery & Scenic Splendor: Discover Halepa Monastery, offering breathtaking views of Crete’s peaks and valleys. Learn about its history as a refuge for rebels during civil wars, capturing stunning snapshots in this picturesque setting.
Shepherd’s Life, the Enigmatic ‘’Mitato’’ Hut: Ascend an off-road trail to ‘’Mitato,’’ the traditional shepherd’s hut. Gain insights into shepherd life, cheese-making, and perhaps spot wild eagles and goats, perfect for memorable photos.
Axos Village Tavern: Journey to Axos village for authentic Cretan cuisine at a traditional tavern. Indulge in local delicacies and experience Cretan warmth. Enjoy leisurely coffee before returning to Rethymnon.
This tour encapsulates Crete’s essence—culture, vistas, and gastronomy—providing a memorable glimpse of the island’s charm and hospitality in a day-long adventure.
RTH01. Explore Shepherd’s Hut and Cheese Making Process, Itinerary
08:30 - 09:45: Pickups (1 h 15 min)
09:45 - 10:00: Drive to Melidoni village (15 minutes)
10:00 - 10:45: Honey museum visit (45 minutes)
10:45 - 11:25: Drive to Halepa Monastery (40 minutes)
11:25 - 11:45: Monastery visit (20 minutes)
11:45 - 12:00: Drive to Axos Gorge photo stop (off-road) (15 minutes)
12:00 - 12:10: Axos Gorge Vultures photo stop (off-road) (10 minutes)
12:10 - 12:15: Drive to the Shepherd's Hut (5 minutes)
12:15 - 13:30: Shepherd’s Hut & cheesemaking stop (1 h 15 min)
13:30 - 13:35: Drive to Axos Village (5 minutes)
13:35 - 15:00: Lunch Stop (1 h 25 min)
15:00 - 15:40: Drive back to pick up points (40 minutes)
*Time schedules may vary depending on group size and weather conditions
Meeting point
Rethymno Port
A note from your guide
Please note that for this tour prices are per person.
Remember to pack comfortable shoes, such as trekking shoes or sandals, a camera to capture memorable moments, and sun protection. During spring and autumn, consider bringing a jacket to stay comfortable.
What is included
*Free hotel pick up and drop off
*Premium off-road vehicles (7 or 9 seater) driven by multilingual escort-drivers
*Lunch with traditional Cretan platters
*Entrance fees for Honey factory and tastings
*A visit to an original shepherd’s hut “Mitato” and cheese making process
*Liability Insurance and local taxes
What is extra
*Coffee or beers or refreshments in tavern
*Gratuities
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This Tour is available in:
Child friendly
Wheel chair friendly
Type of transportation
English, Français, Deutsch, Nederlands
The Trip is not recommended for children younger than 7 years old as we don't provide baby seats
The Trip is not recommended to people suffering from car sickness, have mobility or kinetic problems or back problems or pregnant or people taller than 1,95cm or heavier than 130 Kg. Alcohol consumption is not allowed to minors under the age of 18 years old.
4x4 Premium Vehicles
Your Private Tour Guide
Emmanouil & team
Cultural or sports activities supplier
Explore the unexplored
Bringing the whole safari idea in Greece in 2013, in the sense of exploring the unknown, we began our journey in Crete with unique all-year round Land Rover safari adventures and speed boating tours beyond comparison.
Every tour became a premium experience, a discovery of the unseen and the unknown, an exploration of local cultures and uncharted lands led by professional local guide-drivers offering local insights and premium services. The tours were expanded to different locations all over Greece and so did the jeep and the boat fleet.
Mission
Our mission is to promote the Greek culture, the history, the values, the traditions, and visit pure-untouched areas far away from mass tourism to everybody interested in. Discover Greece like never before from the sea up to the mountains and follow the local lifestyle. We aspire to introduce to you places hidden away from urban centers, local produce, and the true culture of Greece.
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Variations (+ or -) may apply depending on the number of people and will be calculated before adding to Cart.
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