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.

Pair up with our top local insider & journey along the golden expanse of West Crete by the comfort of a luxury chauffeured vehicle. Submerge into a bespoke adventure fueled by the shimmering authenticity of ancient villages, hospitable locals who live close to untouched nature, lavish gorges spilling their rivers into the sea & storied Byzantine Monasteries nestled among utopian wonders. Tuck into the genuine flavors of our legendary forefathers. Unearth the archaic hamlet of King Agamemnon where water resources are pure, the temperature is ideal, & the local knowledge of food is an art. Prepare to be mesmerized by delicious aromas of slow-grilled lamb & melt-in-mouth river fish placed around an open fire straight in front of you. Luxuriate along the seaside town of Rethymno wallowing in the charm of the labyrinthian streets & Venetian fortification. Revel in the glamour of the old town that makes it a minor playground for authentic street markets & eclectic wine-cocktail bars.

In this specialised tour for the Battle of Crete, we uncover the routes and passages that the Allied Troops of the British Commonwealth soldiers took in order to evacuate the island during the Battle of Crete in Rethymno. We follow the troops on the exact routes they took while evacuating the island at the end of May 1941. A certified historian (BA-MSc) unfolds the mysteries of the battle of Crete, using rare documents and his expertise. In addition to our specialised tour for the Battle of Crete in Chania and the hidden war sites to be discovered, this tour extends your knowledge about World War II history. It is perfect for history lovers and those who like an off-the-beaten-path experience. To understand the dimensions of Crete, we drive inland and Southeast, to explore the vicinity of Rethymno, which also played a vital role during the Battle of Crete, both in the battlefield sector (Gruppe Mitte- Mars ) and during the evacuation of the troops towards Alexandria. A stop at a Postminoan cemetery makes us understand our island’s rich history. After a short while, we make a stop at Kourtaliotiko Gorge, a gorge of impeccable beauty, being used for the evacuation of the troops during the battle. This private guided tour in Rethymno lets you take incredible photos of Cretan Valleys, Villages and Countryside, as we learn about the history of the Gorge, and the history of its name – “Kourtala”. We continue onwards and pass by the old monastery of Preveli, where we understand and comprehend its value of it during the Battle of Crete in Rethymno. After a while, we reach our main goal the Monastery of Preveli and the Palm Grove of Preveli which was used as an evacuating spot for the Allies during the Second World War. We make our way towards the artefacts of the monastery, and we understand its strategic spot, as well as learn about unknown myths and traditions of the Battle of Crete. Our history tour in Chania and Rethymno continues to the evacuation place in the palm grove of Preveli, as we admire the natural landscape. We continue having a lunch break in a tavern that treats us with traditional Cretan specialities and delicacies, before reaching the Australian War Memorial in the city of Rethymno, and the HILL A crucial to the Battle of Crete on Rethymno side. We close our tour with a relaxing stroll on the Venetian alleys of Rethymno old Port before finishing this private journey and returning to our hotels.

Pair up with a local insider and journey along the golden expanse of west Crete in the comfort of a luxury chauffeured vehicle on this day trip from Heraklion. Choose from a range of vehicles that range from 3-12 seats. Visit destinations like the mountain village of Argyroupoli.  Be picked up from your accommodation in Agia Pelagia, Heraklion, or Hersonissos and begin your journey into western Crete. Sip on mineral water and snack on fresh fruit during the drive. Wander the village of Spili which is known for its monuments and medicinal herb garden. Travel to the foot of a mountain to visit the Byzantine Monastery of Preveli which overlooks the vast blue Libyan Sea. Expereince views the Kourtaliotiko and Kotsifou gorges. Encounter hospitable locals who live close to untouched nature.  Visit the village of Argyroupoli a local spring give birth to the Mouselas river. Get local recommendations on where to tuck into the genuine flavors of Crete. Unearth the archaic hamlet of King Agamemnon where water resources are pure, the temperature is ideal, and the food is an art.  Prepare to be mesmerized by the delicious aromas of slow-grilled lamb, melt-in-your-mouth river fish placed around an open fire. Go for a stroll in the seaside town of Rethymno and admire the charm of the labyrinthian streets and Venetian fortifications. Revel in the glamour of the old town's authentic street markets and eclectic wine-cocktail bars. Return to your accommodation at the end of your tour. 

Pair up with our top local insider and journey along the golden expanse of West Crete by the comfort of a luxury chauffeured vehicle. Submerge into a bespoke adventure fueled by the shimmering authenticity of ancient villages, hospitable locals who live close to untouched nature, lavish gorges spilling their rivers into the sea, and storied Byzantine Monasteries nestled among utopian wonders. Tuck into the genuine flavors of our legendary forefathers. Unearth the archaic hamlet of King Agamemnon where water resources are pure, the temperature is ideal, and the local knowledge of food is an art. Prepare to be mesmerized by delicious aromas of slow-grilled lamb and melt-in-mouth river fish placed around an open fire straight in front of you. Luxuriate along the seaside town of Rethymno basking in the charm of the labyrinthian streets and Venetian fortification. Revel in the glamour of the old town that makes it a minor playground for authentic street markets and eclectic wine-cocktail bars.