Rethymno, South Crete & Preveli Monastery [RO]

In the morning, you will go for a walk around Rethymno. The tour guide will take you through the streets of the old town, showing you Venetian, Turkish, and Greek architecture and landmarks, including the lighthouse and Rimondi Fountain.

You will visit the famous pastry shop of Master Georgos, where he will show you how to make traditional Cretan sweets. Afterwards, you will have enough free time in the old town to take photos or have coffee at one of the cafes on the waterfront.

Next, you will go to the male monastery of Preveli where the Holy Miracle Cross is kept. You will be able to touch the cross, visit the monastery museum, enjoy the sea view, and see the animals in the zoo.

After visiting the monastery, you will go to a traditional tavern for lunch.

Then, you will head to the southern side of the island to Plakias Beach. Here, you can swim in the blue waters of the Libyan Sea and enjoy the view.

Finally, visit the Kourtaliotiko Gorge, where you can see Cretan bearded vultures and wild kri-kri goats. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the cliffs, sheer drops, and small caves.