Explore traditional villages in Rethymno and see the cheese making process Claimed

Crete, embrace the renowned Cretan hospitality and sample delicious Cretan cheese and cuisine. Our day starts from the town of Rethymno located in the southeast and passes through the traditional villages of Mylopotamos (Halepa, Garazo, Faratsi, Veni) and areas with dense vegetation, fresh aromas and unique views.

The stunning route and sightseeing continues until we reach the historic Halepa Monastery, which was a refuge for Cretan revolutionaries during the civil wars, where we make our second stop. The unique view from the monastery will inspire you to take photos combining the highest peaks of Crete with the beautiful valley.

Then the stunning off-road route continues and on the way to the shepherd’s hut called “Mitato”, the panoramic views will take your breath away. If we are lucky, we will manage to admire some wild eagles and krie krie and take some photos.

The road will lead us to a traditional shepherd’s hut, where we will learn all about the lifestyle of a shepherd and the cheese making process. There, the owner will welcome us with a raki and fresh Cretan cheese. Leaving the shepherd’s hut and having worked up an appetite, we will soon arrive at a traditional Cretan tavern in the village of Axos, where we will introduce you to the famous Cretan cuisine and hearty hospitality with plenty of local food and wine.

There is plenty of time for coffee after lunch for those who wish to enjoy a cup of coffee. On our return we will follow an asphalt road that will lead us to the town of Rethymno.

 

Best moments

• Enjoy the best panoramic view of Psiloritis peak
• Start the most exciting tour on a semi-private safari for up to 6 or 8 people per vehicle
• Visit the ancient shepherd’s hut or “Mitato”
• Experience the cheese making process and taste the local cheese
• Lunch with traditional Cretan food and wine

 

Distance: 117 Km Maximum altitude: 550 meters

 

Adventure tips

• The trip is ideal for anyone looking for an experience beyond the ordinary, youth groups,single participants or couples, families with older children and businesses for team bonding.
• The trip has stops every 30-40 minutes for everyone’s convenience.
• In order for us to be able to arrange lunch or dinner with an alternative vegetarian menu, please let us know after booking. This also applies to any food allergies, so that possible alternatives can be found.

 

 

Included:

• Pick up and delivery to the hotel
• Premium off-road vehicles (7 or 9 seats) driven by experienced drivers
• Visit to a genuine shepherd’s residence
• Lunch with traditional Cretan food and wine
• Liability insurance and taxes

 

 

Not Included:

• Coffee or beer for refreshments in the tavern
• Tipping

 

 

Don’t forget:

• Telephone contact before the activity
• Don’t forget your comfortable shoes, for example, hiking shoes or sandals, camera, sun protection, etc. During spring and autumn we advise you to bring a jacket.
• The trip is not recommended for people who suffer from car sickness, have mobility or back problems or pregnant or for children under 7 years old, as we do not offer child seats or people taller than 1.95cm or weighing more than 130kg .
• The company reserves the right to make minor changes to the programme when deemed necessary. For example in case of adverse weather conditions. This can be done without prior notice.
• Bookings must be made no later than 24 hours before departure. Any cancellation must be made in accordance with the cancellation policy. In case of late cancellations, no refund will be given.
• If a tour is cancelled due to insufficient participants or inclement weather, Uncharted Escapes will refund 100% of payments made.