Arkadi, Margarites, Melidoni Cave, Axos tour from Rethymno

This unique village tour begins by visiting the historical monastery of Arkadi. There you'll visit the historic Arkadi Monastery, renowned for its pivotal role in the resistance against the Turks.

After this enriching visit, you'll enjoy a majestic route towards Eleutherna where you'll stop to glaze the landscape and enjoy the view.

The next stop will be the village of Margarites, in which you can learn about the art of pottery and create your own ceramic in their local pottery workshop. The tradition of pottery goes back many generations in this village and the local ladies there will be more than happy to initiate you to the Cretan pottery art.

Afterwards, you'll be heading to Melidoni cave, also called “Gerodospilios,” which is a historic cave filled with stalactites and stalagmites. This 220-meter altitude cave was a place of worship for Talos the bronze giant guardian of Crete who protected the island of Crete from enemies. You'll have an hour to explore the cave.

Before heading back to Rethymnon, you'll stop at Axos Village, where you will have the chance to experience firsthand the production process of fresh cheese. Along with the local people you can take part in the milking process, witness the production of local cheese pies and cheese and of course taste the fresh traditional handmade snacks. After the relaxed time for snacks and resting you are ready to depart and get dropped off at your hotel in Rethymnon with amazing memories.