Private Tour to Arkadi Monastery and Rethymno from Heraklion
Description
A day tour in Rethymno and Arcadi Monastery, offers a delightful mix of history, culture, and scenic beauty. Start your day with a visit to Fortezza, a massive Venetian fortress that overlooks the city. Explore the bastions, towers, and the historical mosque inside. The panoramic views of Rethymno from the top are breathtaking. Take a leisurely walk through the narrow streets of the Old Town. Admire the well-preserved Renaissance buildings, Ottoman structures, and charming squares. The Venetian Loggia and Rimondi Fountain are notable landmarks. Explore the Arcadi monastery, known for its beautiful architecture and religious artifacts. It holds great significance in Greek history and has become a symbol of the Cretan struggle for independence. The monastery houses a small museum with exhibits related to its history. The journey to the monastery offers breathtaking views of the Cretan landscape, adding to the overall experience.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Our first stop for coffee
Time to take some pictures of the Bali village
Explore the narrow alleys and beautiful architecture of the old town, which is a mix of Venetian and Ottoman influences.
Arcadi Monastery, also known as Moni Arkadiou, is a historic Greek Orthodox monastery located on the island of Crete, near the town of Rethymno. It is one of the most significant monasteries in Crete and holds great importance in Greek history and culture.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We don't pick up travelers from Souda port, Chania, Ierapetra and Sitia region.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Let us know if there are any specific sights or experiences you'd like to include, and we'll tailor the tour accordingly.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Cruise passengers must provide the name of ship.
- Infant seats available on request
- If you have any food allergies or intolerances, please contact us to let us know
- For the tours that start later than 09:00 am from cruises, kindly note that you may have to skip one/a couple sites to get back to ship on time. Your guide will adjust the program according to your priorities.
Reviews(2)
Amazing views and beautiful countryside. The fort was enormous and made one realize what an advantage people had defending themselves up so high.
Thank you for choosing Tours in Heraklion, and for your positive rating. Hopefully we'll see you again.
Mike was a great Guide, always attentive and with the necessary information, did everything necessary to make us comfortable and happy. I highly recommend. Thank you very much
Gracias Liliana por compartir sus comentarios positivos sobre el tour privado a Rethymno y el Monasterio de Arkadi con Mike. ¡Gracias por recomendarnos nuestro tour y esperamos darle la bienvenida nuevamente para más aventuras en el futuro! ¡Les enviamos un cordial saludo de parte de todos nosotros! Best wishes from Crete!
