Transfer with visit to Rethymno, Heraklion

Take Crete’s northern coastal road that connects Heraklion and Chania and indulge yourself in a half-day private driving tour, to explore Rethymno town or the historical inland of Rethymno region making stops at a historic monastery, a charming village, an ancient necropolis and a Venetian Fortress.

During your transfer, you will visit Rethymno. Enjoy some free time strolling through the town's lively Venetian harbor, colorful cobbled streets and the fortress.

Or you may choose to visit the the outskirts of Rethymno, where you will have the chance to visit the Arkadi Monastery, known to Greeks as a symbol of defense and freedom. The monastery was destroyed during the 1866 battle between the Cretans and the Ottoman Turks. Still, Arkadi's martyrs carried out a brave resistance that attracted international attention and eventually liberated Crete.

Depending on your interests, you can stop at Ancient Eleutherna, to visit the ancient city founded by the Dorians in the 9th century BC, where you will have the opportunity to see sculpted tombs on the cliffs and carved sarcophaguses. The newly inaugurated interactive museum will lead you through the journey of life all over the Mediterranean Sea revealing a lively trade several millennia ago between Egypt, Syria, Athens, Asia Minor, Cyprus and North Africa.

Located close to Eleftherna is the village of Margarites. The people are engaged mainly in pottery and visitors can buy different products in the village craft shops.

During the whole time, your local expert driver will share with you precious knowledge and will give you unique opportunities to connect with the locals.

This private tour is family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages.