Crete · RETHYMNO TOWN & VILLAGES
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Out of 29 rethymno town & village tours on the island, these 15 are the ones to book. Prices, durations and the details that matter are all below, so you can choose in a few minutes and get back to the beach.
From Rethymno countryside villages to caves and monastery views, this day tour blends pottery, olive oil, gorge stops, and live Crete music.
“It was nice to see different pkaces of Creta and meet very warm persons: Lasarus and Kostas. Wonderfull lunch in taverna with live music and dances. Reccomend.”
Rethymnon day trip to Kournas Lake by pedalo, Argiroupoli springs, and olive oil tasting at a factory. Swim and lunch time.
“Our day was A M A Z I N G. Kostas and Anastasia were great, so friendly, relaxed and made it a fantastic day. Communication was great. We highly recommend it and will definitely use the company again. thanks guys, we lived every moment.”
A guided half-day from Rethymno with Melidoni Cave, Arkadi Monastery, a pottery workshop in Margarites, and a Potamon Dam photo stop.
“The guide was very informative and answered any questions. My wife and I enjoyed the visit to the monastery. The coach was very cunfortable with plenty of room”
Evening stroll through Rethymno’s Old Town with 6 tastings, raki and wine, plus a baklava-making stop in a Venetian mansion.
“Virginia was lovely. The food delicious. Restaurants were chosen for their authentic traditional dishes. Great explanations of food culture and history in Crête. It was a wonderful evening.”
Guided Segway through Rethymno Old Town in about 3 hours, with Venetian sights, fountains, harbor views, and a drink stop.
“Such a fun activity to do with a 13 year old. He loved it for the fun vehicle and I loved being able to go through such a beautiful location. Nanetta was a great guide and we really enjoyed our day!”
Private day trip from Chania to Knossos, Heraklion museum, and Rethymno with a guide, snacks, drinks, and comfortable door-to-door transport.
“This is the best excursion you'll take! Three generations in my family loved this tour, from grandmom down to my teens. Christine and Thanos picked us up at our Chania hotel in an air-conditioned van filled with drinks and snacks. We departed for Knossos Palace and stopped at beautiful vistas like the White Mountains for photos. During the ride, Christine shared details about the island's history, food, customs, music, and people. In between, we saw quick videos to bring the details to life. At Knossos, we had an expert, Thalia, take us around and she was passionate about the archeological site. Knossos existed way before the Acropolis was even imagined!…”
A full-day bus loop from Heraklion to Chania, Rethymno, and Lake Kournas, with pickup and an English-speaking guide plus free-entry stops.
“Very knowledgeable, friendly guide. Chania was particularly beautiful although also the most crowded. The tour is definitely worth taking.”
From Arkadi monastery to Margarites pottery, Sfendoni cave, and Axos cheese tasting, this guided day trip runs from Rethymno.
“Super wycieczka która miała w sobie wszystko co napisane. do tego super przewodnik. Brakowało mi trochę czasu na zwiedzanie.”
4-hour Polaris buggy safari from Rethymno with free hotel pickup, off-road Mt. Maroulas views, Potami Dam Lake stops, and Prassies snack.
“It was better than we had ever imagined! For 4 hours of an amazing experience the price is very good. We crossed beside a beautiful lake and had a stop on an amazing mountain with an amazing view! I would absolutely recommend this!”
Rethymno beach watersports for $23: choose banana, crazy sofa, slides, or water-ski with an English-speaking crew and safety briefing.
“Thank you very much for the high score😍😍POPEYE TEAM”
Bus day trip from Heraklion to Chania, Rethymnon, and Kournas Lake. Venetian towns, natural lake breaks, and an easy group plan.
“Une journée très agréable, on a pas vu passer le temps. Je tiens à remercier notre guide qui est au top pour ces explications, son histoire et pour sa ponctualité. Cette excursion permet de découvrir Ouest de la Crète sans s’embêter à louer une voiture.”
6-hour e-bike ride from Rethymno to Arkadi Monastery with olive-grove climbs, village stops, and a full Cretan lunch included.
“This cycling tour was a highlight of our trip. The views were absolutely stunning—rolling hills, peaceful villages, and a beautiful monastery that was well worth the ride. The E-bike made it almost effortless, with a few climbs along the way Our guide was fantastic, super knowledgeable, friendly, and full of great local stories. They really brought the history and culture to life. The food was delicious, the route was well-paced, and for the time and experience, it was great value. Highly recommend for anyone wanting a fun and meaningful adventure!”
A 3-hour craft beer walking tour through Rethymno’s Old Town, with 5 Greek beers, snacks, photo stops, and a small-group guide.
“Was great experience especially the old town trip. Guide was friendly and others from the group were nice also.”
Chauffeured 6-hour tour in Crete with Margarites pottery, Arkadi Monastery, Patsos gorge, lunch, admissions, and raki.
“Excellent and varied tour to the countryside (village, monastery and Amari valley) At Patsos gorge, nice hike along the river: depending on your ability, you can have an easy walk to the st anthony cave only or walk further out. Had an excellent lunch at a countryside taverna, excellent meatballs in a fragrant tomato sauce, goat and local cheese pastry with mint and honey desert! I recommend for a day out of the city!”
Private day trip from Heraklion to Rethymno, Arkadi, Margarites, plus olive oil and honey tastings, with pickup and a driver-host.
“Fabulous day out with George, highly professional throughout. Amazing local and historical knowledge given over the day. Great communication and different options given to tailor the day to us. Car exceptionally clean and well maintenance. Water provided through the day. Highly recommend to anyone”
