Rethymnon Old Town Private Walking guided Tour in Crete Greece
Discover the charm of Rethymno’s Old Town with your local licensed guide! Begin at the Venetian Harbor (13th c.) and admire the 19th-century Egyptian Lighthouse. Stroll through cobbled alleys rich in Venetian and Ottoman heritage. See the Venetian Loggia, the Rimondi Fountain, and the Neratze Mosque. Visit a local music shop for a brief intro to Cretan music instruments and a traditional workshop where baklava and kataifi, filo pastry, are made. Stop at the small but historic Church of the Little Virgin Mary and hear an introduction to Orthodox traditions. Though we won’t enter the Fortezza, your guide will share its dramatic past of pirate raids and Ottoman sieges, infront of it's walls.. This tour blends history, culture, and the spirit of Crete in one unforgettable walk.
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10 to 15 People
Group from 10 to 15 people
What's included in Rethymnon Old Town Private Walking guided Tour in Crete Greece
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Rethymnon Old Town
Meet your guide at the Venetian Harbor, a picturesque harbor built in the 13th century by the Venetians. Admire the iconic Egyptian Lighthouse, standing tall since the 19th century.Wander into the heart of Rethymno’s Old Town, a labyrinth of narrow, cobblestone streets that tell stories of the town’s Venetian and Ottoman past. Notice the elegant Venetian buildings with arched doorways, ornate windows, and beautifully preserved facades, Stop at the Venetian Loggia, a 16th-century pass by the Rimondi Fountain, and visit a traditional workshop where one of Crete’s most beloved desserts, kataifi, is made. Stop at the Church of the Little Virgin Mary, a small yet historically significant Orthodox church in the heart of the Old Town. Although you won’t climb to the fortress during this tour, your guide will share its fascinating history and its role in protecting the town from pirate and Ottoman invasions.
Inclusions
- Walking guided tour and sightseeing in Rethymno’s Old Town with a licensed local guide.
- We only view the Fortezza Fortress from the outside, so no entrance fee is required.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- During the tour, we will be entering a Greek Orthodox church, although not during a religious ceremony. an appropriate attire is still recommended.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- There is a parking area at the location where visitors can park their vehicle before joining our walking guided tour.
