Half Day Sunset Tour In Rethymno With Dinner And Wine

Arkadi Monastery which is one of the most important monasteries in Crete and holds great cultural and historical value. It is renowned for its stunning architecture, with a mix of Venetian, Byzantine, and Ottoman influences, making it a unique and captivating structure.(to enter the Monastery is optional and the entrance fee is 4 euro)

After we pick you up from your hotel, our first stop will be at the Venetian village of Pikris , where you will see the Cretan way of life and our hospitality. The village was built next to the river with its mythical nymphs. You will have the chance to see the amazing central gate of the villa Claudio. What makes it even more intriguing is the Latin inscription in letters: "Pateat bonis," which translates to "the good man passes through." This phrase hints at a place that values virtues and welcomes those of moral character.

We continue through the changing scenery of wild flowers, herbs and local groves to reach the mountains at an altitude of around 1000m.Here you will have an amazing view point of the dam of potamon. We stop to relax with a glass of wine whilst admiring the vivid colors of the sun sinking into the ocean!

Our last stop will be at Limnokastro where we will have a Cretan style evening meal at a local tavern by the river, where giant trees and a 1000 year old church will fascinate you! Here you will have the opportunity to try a selection of traditional local starters and main courses (vegetarian option available) and enjoy unlimited Cretan wine. Don’t miss this unique experience and an unforgettable, epic Rethymno sunset tour!