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RTH01. Explore Shepherd's Hut and Cheese Making Process

Food Tours
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7 hours
English
  • Enjoy Cretan Villages and the best panoramic view of Psiloritis Peak
  • Visit a honey factory and taste local honey
  • Visit an original shepherd’s hut or else “Mitato”
  • Experience a live the cheese making process and taste local cheese
  • Lunch with traditional Cretan platters
  • Embark on semi private safari tour for up to 6 or 8 persons per vehicle

Options

Group Participation Tour

Inclusions

  • Admission to attractions

  • English-speaking professional driver/guide

  • Guided tour inside the attraction

  • Lunch

  • Round-trip transfers to and from your hotel

  • Tax

  • Insurance provided by the operator

  • Entrance fees for Honey factory and tastings

  • A visit to an original shepherd’s hut “Mitato” and cheese making process

Exclusions

  • Other personal expenses

  • Tips and gratuities

  • Coffee or beers or refreshments in tavern

Additional Info

  • Children aged 7-18 must be accompanied by a paying adult

  • Children aged 13+ will be charged the same rate as adults

  • Participants must be aged 7+ to participate in this activity

  • This activity requires a minimum of 4 participant(s). If the minimum is not met, you can book an alternative date or request a full refund

  • Group size: 4-6 participant(s)

  • The activity is not recommended: high blood pressure / epilepsy / heart disease / other serious medical conditions / pregnant women / PWDs (persons with disabilities)

  • The activity is able to accommodate the following dietary requirements: lactose intolerance / allergies / gluten intolerance / vegetarian diets / vegan diets

  • Participants who appear intoxicated may be refused service. In this case, no refunds will be given

  • The legal drinking age in Greece is age 18. Please bring a valid ID for proof of age

  • Remember to pack comfortable shoes, such as trekking shoes or sandals, a camera to capture memorable moments, and sun protection. During spring and autumn, consider bringing a jacket to stay comfortable.

  • Please dress accordingly depending on the day's weather conditions

  • Child seats are not available

  • This activity is not stroller and wheelchair-accessible

FromAUD $160.11Per Item

What's included in RTH01. Explore Shepherd's Hut and Cheese Making Process

(Subject to Option Inclusions)
  • Departure: Get picked up at 08:30. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. Pick Up Times 08:30 Georgioupoli 08:35 Kavros 09:00 Rethymno 09:15 Platanias 09:25 Adelianos Kambos 09:30 Stavromenos 09:45 Panormos.This is a shared transfer and pick up could be early or late Enter your hotel name and address at the checkout page The operator will re-confirm your pick-up time in advance Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time
  • [Transportation] By car
  • [Attraction/experience] 45 min(s), Guided tour, Melidoni Rethymni, Honey museum visit
  • [Transportation] By car
  • [Attraction/experience] 20 min(s), Guided tour, Halepa Monastery, Monastery visit
  • [Transportation] By car
  • [Attraction/experience] 10 min(s), Axus, Axos Gorge Vultures photo stop
  • [Transportation] By car
  • [Attraction/experience] 1 hour(s) 15 min(s), Guided tour, Shepherd's Hut, Shepherd’s Hut & cheesemaking stop
  • [Transportation] By car
  • [Dining] 1 hour(s) 25 min(s), Lunch, Archontiko Manias, Lunch Stop
  • [Return] 15:40, Shuttle included
Explore Shepherd’s Hut and Cheese Making Process
Explore Shepherd’s Hut and Cheese Making Process
Explore Shepherd’s Hut and Cheese Making Process
Explore Shepherd’s Hut and Cheese Making Process
Explore Shepherd’s Hut and Cheese Making Process
Explore Shepherd’s Hut and Cheese Making Process
Explore Shepherd’s Hut and Cheese Making Process
Explore Shepherd’s Hut and Cheese Making Process
Explore Shepherd’s Hut and Cheese Making Process
Explore Shepherd’s Hut and Cheese Making Process

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