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Guided Tour in Rethymno with Arkadi Monastery and Margarites

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We start our tour driving to our first stop Margarites, a small traditional village located in the prefecture of Rethymno and known for its unique pottery tradition, its picturesque alleys, and its well-preserved architecture.Afterwards we reach the Arkadi Monastery, which constitutes a landmark of architecture and civilization considering the magnificent facade of the church, the highly developed spiritual tradition as well as the flourishing development of fine arts. However, the holocaust, which took place in 1866, gave the monastery an eminent place in history, elevating it to an eternal symbol of freedom and heroism, recognized worldwide. We will visit the picturesque old town of Rethymno and have lunch (optional). At the end we will visit the Venetian stronghold of Fortezza which is built on top of a low hill above Rethymno Town. This huge fortress, with its turbulent history, was built between 1540 and 1570 by the Venetian maritime power as a bulwark against Turkish pirates

What's Included

  • Professional Escort
  • VAT and all legal taxes included
  • Air-conditioned Motorcoach
  • Pick-up/drop-off transfer
  • Lunch in restaurant throughout in the tour (20,00 €)
  • Gratuities
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Iraklio 712 02, Greece

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Margarites

Margarites is a small traditional village located in the prefecture of Rethymno. The village is known for its unique pottery tradition, its picturesque alleys, and its well-preserved architecture.
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Monastery of Arkadi

The Holy Monastery of Arkadi is the symbol of freedom and longing for the Liberation of the island and its people in Crete under the Ottoman rule.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Rethymnon Old Town

Explore one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Greece, Rethymno. We will also visit the Venetian stronghold of Fortezza which is built on top of a low hill above Rethymno Town. The hill is known as Paleokastro, which means old castle in Greek and suggests the existence of an older structure in that place. This huge fortress, with its turbulent history, was built between 1540 and 1570 by the Venetian maritime power as a bulwark against Turkish pirates. More than 100,000 Cretans on compulsory labor and over 40,000 pack animals were used in the construction of this mighty fortress. However, the Fortezza was conquered by the Turks in 1646. After many upheavals during the next three centuries, only the outer fortifications of the Fortezza remain intact and few buildings are still under restoration. The Fortezza is visible from every part of the town and provides the visitor a panoramic view of Rethymno town.
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5 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with mobility impairments
  • Our company is not responsible for the client’s failure to appear at the meeting point for the booked tour or activity.
  • Last minute cancellation of flights or inability to disembark from a cruise ship, is not our company’s responsibility, therefore any refund requests due to such incidents will not be accepted. Should the client be aware of such a change, he/she is requested to communicate with our company more than 24 hours before the tour or activity starts, in order to discuss possible date or time amendment (subject to availability)
  • Refund requests for last minute cancellations (up to 24 hours before the tour or activity), for any reason, will not be accepted.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Guided Tour in Rethymno with Arkadi Monastery and Margarites?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Guided Tour in Rethymno with Arkadi Monastery and Margarites?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST).
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The following is included:
  • Professional Escort.
  • VAT and all legal taxes included.
  • Air-conditioned Motorcoach.
The following is NOT included:
  • Pick-up/drop-off transfer.
  • Lunch in restaurant throughout in the tour (20,00 €).
  • Gratuities.
  • Anything that is not specified in the program as included.
  • Entrance Fee to Arkadi Monastery.
  • Entrance Fee to Fortezza Rethymno.
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Accessibility information for the Guided Tour in Rethymno with Arkadi Monastery and Margarites is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with mobility impairments
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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  • Professional Escort
  • VAT and all legal taxes included
  • Air-conditioned Motorcoach
  • Pick-up/drop-off transfer
  • Lunch in restaurant throughout in the tour (20,00 €)
  • Gratuities
  • Anything that is not specified in the program as included
  • Entrance Fee to Arkadi Monastery
  • Entrance Fee to Fortezza Rethymno

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  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with mobility impairments
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  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Our company is not responsible for the client’s failure to appear at the meeting point for the booked tour or activity.
  • Last minute cancellation of flights or inability to disembark from a cruise ship, is not our company’s responsibility, therefore any refund requests due to such incidents will not be accepted. Should the client be aware of such a change, he/she is requested to communicate with our company more than 24 hours before the tour or activity starts, in order to discuss possible date or time amendment (subject to availability)
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