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Explore with me and discover Preveli Beach, Preveli Palm forest & a marvelous canyon where we will be driving through, all in the south part of Rethymno! Eat, drink and rest like a local! We will have our fresh snacks, fruits & water while we will be driving with my personal car all the way to the south part of the island! I will be picking you up from your Hotel or Villa in Rethymno and we are returning back home in the evening! The main goal of this experience, is for you to explore beautiful places in the company of a local but also get acquainted with the wild nature of Crete & culture. We will make a stop at Kourtalioti canyon, in order to see the amazing river from above and later as we will be driving to the beach we will have the chance to pass from one of the oldest stone bridges. Our final destination after a 15' hike will be PREVELI Beach and the amazing Palm Forest, where I will be guiding you inside in order to rest and swim in the river. We will have the chance to exchange stories, laugh, walk, hike, swim and enjoy a blissful summer day!

Come with me in a taste travel of local tastes and Cretan delights.People who choose this experience will taste all the Cretan delights that the locals have for breakfast. They will enjoy their breakfast with an amazing view with organic products that came from our land. . This experience is appropriate for a romantic breakfast, for a surprise to a friend, for a family to spend time together and for all who want to learn about the Cretan food and Cretan culture!! They will taste fresh fruits and vegetables from our orchard, various fresh season juices like pomegranate,orange,lemon. They also taste local fresh hot bread and other traditional bakes from carob and other local ingredients. They will taste our traditional famous dish ntakos! Also included traditional homemade cheeses that my family makes from our small goat farm. My mum also will prepare some of her famous traditional cheese pies or pies with local season greens. In the traditional cretan breakfast also included fresh eggs from our chicken farm,nuts from our orchard, the best cretan honey,tahini,greek yoghurt, all accompanied with greek coffee with loukoumi!!! My mum will fry the pies in front of you and also you can visit the farm to see where the products came from.

Dear guests, it will be our great pleasure to welcome you to one of the most beautiful sights in Crete, Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village. We will walk around the little streets visiting the premises and the museum where you will see the exhibition of our familial collection of old objects. We will visit the two old houses which will travel us back in time. Later on, we will go to the taverna where we will prepare together the delicious dishes of several recipes which we also consume in our weekly diet. Traditional Cretan cuisine is considered to be one of the healthiest in the world. Here you can learn from us the secrets around each dish and participate hands-on in the process. You can create stuffed vine leaves, stuffed vegetables, pork with wine sauce, lamb with green beans, ntakos, tzatziki, and cheese pies. In case you have special dietary needs or allergies then you shall inform us beforehand to adapt the menu to your demands. You will enjoy the dishes you have prepared. Local wine and mineral water are included. The taverna has a panoramic view over the nearest valley and Heraklion City. You will have in front of you a lovely scenery of vineyards, olive trees, and the holy mountain of Giouchtas. Sounds of animals' bells will come to your ears. Your host and our team will be there to make you feel welcome and offer you a precious experience.

The possibilities for walking and discovering outside of Rethymnon are numerous and at the same time so close! For this hike accompanied by a English-speaking guide, a short trip of 20-30 minutes outside Rethymnon is sufficient to reach the surroundings of the village of Maroulas and find yourself in the middle of nature. The village itself is well known for its ancient Venetian houses (a number of them have been renovated by lovers of old stones!) Indeed, the Italian bourgeoisie often had secondary houses built on the heights of Rethymno; important trade point during the Venetian occupation. Note that it is possible for us, before or after the hike, to discover the village if you feel like it. The hike itself begins after passing the village when we find ourselves surrounded by nature, far from the crowded places and with breathtaking views of the region; Rethymnon Bay to the north, the White Mountains to the west or Psiloritis to the south. We take the shepherds' paths but also part of the E4, the European hiking trail. During this loop of approximately 11 km, we cross several valleys which will sometimes allow us to have very clear views in height, sometimes to find ourselves in the middle of wild vegetation or vines. From experience, the only crossed living beings are either sheep or goats, or their shepherds because we are on their working land!

Οι επισκέπτες μας μπορούν να συμμετέχουν σε μια καθοδηγούμενη εμπειρία γευσιγνωσίας Ελαιολάδου από έναν εκπαιδευμένο γευσιγνώστη Ελαιολάδου- στον επισκέψιμο χώρο μας στην Αγία Βαρβάρα. Στις εγκαταστάσεις μας θα μπορούν επίσης να παρακολουθήσουν βήμα προς βήμα όλα όσα έχουν να κάνουν με την εμφιάλωση και την αποθήκευση του Ελαιολάδου. Για εμάς είναι πολύ σημαντικό ο πελάτης μας να μπορεί να κρίνει και να επιλέξει το καλύτερο Ελαιόλαδο για το τραπέζι του. Αλλά εμείς είμαστε εδώ για να προσφέρουμε κάτι περισσότερο από αυτό. Θέλουμε να τον εκπαιδεύσουμε να ξεχωρίζει ένα ποιοτικό ελαιόλαδο από ένα μειονεκτικό. Ονειρευόμαστε ανθρώπους που δεν θα δέχονται τίποτα λιγότερο από ποιοτικό ελαιόλαδο για την καθημερινή διατροφή τους. Καλούμε τους επισκέπτες μας να ξεκινήσουν ένα υπέροχο γευστικό ταξίδι που θα απογειώσει τις αισθήσεις τους.

Join me in a unique river trekking experience at the heart of Crete island. We will discover the hidden wilderness of a Cretan gorge by hiking through it. The walk starts by swimming to an amazing well hidden waterfall. Its power and greatness will impress you. Then we will follow the river's bed splashing into crystal clear waters and natural pools having fun inside a beautiful natural landscape. Our gorge is a unique ecosystem and you will have the chance to observe several amphibious animals such as frogs , colourfulll dragonflies , sweet water turtles and if we are lucky spot some vultures flying above us ! The middle part of the route is isolated from the crowds and suitable for everyone without demanding parts. Later on we will stop for a snack under some huge plane trees having time to swim around! Before we finish our tour we will walk through some beautiful gardens with tropical vegetation and a typical Cretan olive grove ! Last but not least if you wish to have lunch follow me on a shady Greek taverna for some Greek tapas and a cold beer. I will provide you with the suitable gear to enjoy the most of it - See you out there!

You'll prepare 4 different Cretan family’s recipes in an outdoor cooking space. You'll cook with pure and natural ingredients from our farm. You'll learn cooking techniques from mama Stella, our specialist in traditional Cretan cuisine. All the equipment and your personal apron will be provided by us. It's a 100% hands-on cooking experience! Local homemade refreshments and water will provided, too. In the end of the cooking experience, you will enjoy your own creations with some of local wine. Moreover, the leftovers will be packed and you can take them with you! The event will last approximately 3.5 hours and it will take place in our farm. We will cook in an open cooking space between two big olive trees, under a wooden roof! So, no worries at all about the sun. Furthermore, you'll receive all recipes and photographs from your experience via email. All in all, we would love to welcome you in our farm & be part of our family. Love to become a Cretan chef yourself having a unique cooking experience all together and sharing authentic Cretan flavors! Other things to note Please let us know of any dietary requirements or food allergies at the time of booking and we will prepare all the necessary changes in your menu. For safety reasons, children (under 18 years old) must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum drinking age is 18 years old

Explore with me and discover Preveli Beach, Preveli Palm forest & a marvelous canyon where we will be driving through, all in the south part of Rethymno! Eat, drink and rest like a local! We will have our fresh snacks, fruits & water while we will be driving with my personal car all the way to the south part of the island! I will be picking you up from your Hotel or Villa in Rethymno and we are returning back home in the evening! The main goal of this experience, is for you to explore beautiful places in the company of a local but also get acquainted with the wild nature of Crete & culture. We will make a stop at Kourtalioti canyon, in order to see the amazing river from above and later as we will be driving to the beach we will have the chance to pass from one of the oldest stone bridges. Our final destination after a 15' hike will be PREVELI Beach and the amazing Palm Forest, where I will be guiding you inside in order to rest and swim in the river. We will have the chance to exchange stories, laugh, walk, hike, swim and enjoy a blissful summer day!

Wine tasting- Meet the Cretan wines Hello! I welcome you to my wine tastings! I am Antigone and I am your personal sommelier. The last few years I have been working in the wine industry and I have met a lot of people, many of them asked me about Cretan wine and want to know more information. So I decided with these wine tastings to present you the Cretan wine and of course to go through an unforgettable experience. Meet the Cretan wines is a unique chance to taste some of the most important and typical Cretan varieties at the heart of Rethymno's old town, in an exclusive tasting room , easily accessible by all. We are going to taste five different Cretan wines accompanied by local delicacies such as dakos bread, olives , extra virgin olive oil , cheeses, cherry tomatoes . We will explore the history and the importance of Cretan vineyard through the eyes of a local sommelier . This experience is for those who love wine and want to get to know more about Cretan vineyard in a friendly, easy going and unpretentious way . I love my job and I love meeting people from all over the world so i guarantee that you will leave happy at the end, filled with new flavors! Other things to know Please let me know of any dietary restrictions or food allergies . If the date / time you need isn't available please contact me and i will arrange it.

​The tranquil waters of Marathi Bay make for a smooth and easy experience, allowing you to take in the area’s incredible scenery at your own pace! Your tour will start off with a quick Stand Up Paddling -SUP- lesson, a short demonstration on how to control your stand up paddle board and manoeuvre with skill, until you grow confident on it. If you already have some paddle boarding experience, we can show you new skills and provide unique and useful tips to help you improve. Each person will be provided with their own SUP and safety gear and then, we will head towards the jetty to enter the water and start our fun and playful aquatic adventure! This guided tour takes a route along the scenic waterfront of Marathi Bay, giving you 360° views of imposing rock formations, inviting you to dive into the endless, transparent Greek blue and teach you all about the fascinating yet fragile Mediterranean ecosystem. We often spot sea turtles, and we always see a variety of sea urchins, native as well as invasive fish. In this 2 hours venture, full of surprise elements, you will have ample time to swim, sunbathe, talk, make new friends, take pictures and videos and just relax under the Cretan sun! A laid back and relaxed experience, in very small groups of up to 8 people, suitable for all ages, that will be the highlight of your vacations in Chania!

your visit to our house includes -- a warm welcome -- with Cretan herbal tea or raki, traditional cheese pies with honey, and of course chatting to get to know each other. -- the cooking lesson -- is interactive and most food is baked in the wood oven. We prepare six traditional recipes: Also, the menu can be adapted to our vegetarian friends. -- Visit our botanical garden -- A short tour to our garden where you can see, smell and learn about the Cretan aromatic herbs and vegetables -- Meal -- the meal we enjoy includes the dishes we prepared and more ...

Une dégustation d’huile d’olive extra vierge extraite à froid, une promenade en plein air au milieu des paysages crétois et des explications à l’ombre d’une oliveraie monumentale vieille de 2000 ans. On explorera le patrimoine et l’art des oliviers et de l’huile d’olive dans la vie grecque au cours des siècles, en considérant leur importance dans la mythologie, l’histoire, la culture, la gastronomie et la civilisation crétoise ancienne et moderne. Des informations approfondies vous seront apportées sur la récolte, la production et les différentes qualités d’huile d’olive, ainsi que ses bienfaits pour la santé. On vous expliquera les principes du régime crétois et on découvrira ensemble comment l’huile d’olive extra vierge est devenue la composante la plus importante d’un nouveau mode de vie sain. Une initiation à la dégustation de l’huile d’olive vous sera proposée selon la méthode de dégustation officielle. Ainsi, on goûtera ensemble quatre différentes huiles d’olive extra vierge de haute qualité, constatant les variations d’arôme et de saveur parmi les variétés. On fini par une dégustation accord mets et huile d’olive (4 mets) ou vous faites vous meme les choix ideals pour du mariage des gouts differents dans le regime cretois.

Come with me in a taste travel of local tastes and Cretan delights.People who choose this experience will taste all the Cretan delights that the locals have for breakfast. They will enjoy their breakfast with an amazing view with organic products that came from our land. . This experience is appropriate for a romantic breakfast, for a surprise to a friend, for a family to spend time together and for all who want to learn about the Cretan food and Cretan culture!! They will taste fresh fruits and vegetables from our orchard, various fresh season juices like pomegranate,orange,lemon. They also taste local fresh hot bread and other traditional bakes from carob and other local ingredients. They will taste our traditional famous dish ntakos! Also included traditional homemade cheeses that my family makes from our small goat farm. My mum also will prepare some of her famous traditional cheese pies or pies with local season greens. In the traditional cretan breakfast also included fresh eggs from our chicken farm,nuts from our orchard, the best cretan honey,tahini,greek yoghurt, all accompanied with greek coffee with loukoumi!!! My mum will fry the pies in front of you and also you can visit the farm to see where the products came from.

Get into the Greek mentallity starting your day at a beautiful "kafeneio” hidden in the heart of the city, in a small and peaceful square with a running fountain and orange trees. There, we will enjoy an authentic Cretan breakfast. There we will discuss the main points of our tour, historical sites, traditions and customs, and how all these are connected to Cretan Gastronomy. After a short walk you will find yourselves at the beautiful city beach. There you will get a taste of Cretan Honey, Olive oil and Raki. The whole Cretan diet is based on these three ingredients. You will have a tasting session of all three in a comfortable and specially designed tasting room. After that you will wander the old cities picturesque narrow streets to discover places hidden to the tourist's eyes and get unique photos. This exploration will get you the last traditional "phyllo" workshop that is housed in a 17th century Venetian mansion. Taste the most delicious baklava and If you are lucky you may witness the master in action! At this point you will hopefully be hungry enough to crave for a cretan feast. An Ottoman time inner garden will host us. Traditional dishes, cooked with fresh local ingredients and served in a stylish, modern way reflect the connection of the past and the present of Cretan life. Just a perfect occasion to discuss in depths about all that you discovered!

We offer cooking lessons in Krousonas village. Super family friendly! The programme last at least 4 hours. Firstly we will welcome you with some cretan delights and refreshments . We will discuss the menu and you can choose from the season options(vegan or not) what would you like to cook. Secondly we will visit the farm , we will feed the goats and sheeps and if its summer probably you can also milk the goats! In continue when you choose menu (vegan or not) we go to gather our organic vegetables from our orchard, you wiil have time to explore nature, breath fresh air, learn important information about the plant and of course live the experience cutting the fresh vegetables and fruit. When we collect our vegetables , we learn how we use every ingredient in our kitchen, how does it help our health, about the appropriate quantities we use and we start to how prepare our meal and how we cook. You will learn all the secrets of cretan cuisine with us . (It depends from the season you can also taste and watch the production of cheese.) When the meal is ready you can enjoy it in our veranda relaxing with the amazing view. A travel to history, nature and cretan cuisine.Dont forget to wear comfortable shoes and clothes. Cooking lessons become under the shadow of the grapevine. Also the cooking lessons are the perfect family activity! Live as a local for a day!!

A unique opportunity to see & learn about local life through the eyes of a local expert. We will visit our family's olive groves and learn how we used to harvest the olive trees in the past and how we do nowadays. Moreover, we will visit our family's greenhouses and learn everything around the way we cultivate it and what kind of vegetables we plant. After our walking tour we are going to have a tasty picnic with local handmade delicacies & raki under the shadow of big olive tree! Moreover, my mum will show you how we make Cretan cheese and you will have the chance to taste it right away! So simply, so Cretan! ;) Other things to note Please let us know of any dietary requirements or food allergies at the time of booking and we will prepare all the necessary changes. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum drinking age is 18 years old. You can present your electronic voucher for this activity.

First, we will meet at our diving center in Almyrida, a picturesque village located 25 minutes away from the town of Chania. After doing a small theory session on the basic diving equipment and skills you need to know in order to go smoothly underwater, you will be ready for the actual dive of 45 minutes, up to 8 meters. You will be provided with full diving equipment according to your needs, and then, we will load the minivans and head to Koutalas beach, which is located within 5 minutes from our diving center, put on our equipment, and we will dive into the endless Greek Blue! We will see fish that belong to the Mediterranean ecosystem and glide through the crystalline waters of Crete. Although the day is relaxing and great fun, safety is ensured by diving to maximum depth around of eight meters, with a ratio of one instructor to every two guests. On top of that, we will take lots of pictures and videos that we will then send to your mail free of charge! Other things to note: This is a fun and easy activity for all who feel comfortable in the water.

Join me on a captivating photowalk through the remarkable city of Rethymno or a preselected location of your choice. Our journey will commence from the enchanting old town, where we will embark on a 1.5-hour exploration, capturing precious moments through the lens. As we wander through the town, you will have the opportunity to unveil its hidden beauties, while I provide guidance and support to ensure an unparalleled photo shooting experience. With a warm and welcoming demeanor, I strive to make each guest feel at home throughout the entire tour. Upon conclusion, you will depart with a professionally curated collection of photographs that reflect the sheer joy and astounding beauty of Rethymno. Expect to receive your meticulously edited, high-resolution images (approximately 50-60) within a timeframe of 2-4 days. However, that's not all—before bidding farewell, I will also provide you with a selection of quickly edited photos that you can instantly share on your social media platforms. (Shooting time can be flexibly arranged to accommodate your needs.)

Have you ever used a loom? Have you ever designed and completed a piece of fabric? Now you can experience the whole procedure from choosing the colours, the yarns, the patterns, the size all the way to producing a small piece of art made entirely by your hands. Whether it is a table mat, a small runner or a wall hanging you will proudly keep it as a memory of your first handwoven piece. We will show you around our weaving workshop and explain the whole process of textile making.You will learn how to use a table loom or a frame loom, how to choose the right materials and how to start and finish your crafts. If you love arts and crafts, if you are creative or if you want to make a start with a very old, but very modern at the same time, Art then this is the right experience for you! The only thing you need to carry is your imagination and postivite mood!

Join our 3 hours Boat tour with Guided Snorkeling, plus Stand Up Paddling (SUP). Our luxury speedboats and friendly crew will introduce you to the best snorkeling and swimming sites of Chania during our multi-stop tour! Blue crystal clear calm waters, excellent visibility, and views of the Mediterranean marine life will create unforgettable memories. Certified and highly skilled PADI professional divers will be guiding and accompanying you throughout the whole tour, making your underwater time an exceptional experience. High-quality professional equipment (masks, valve snorkels, fins, wetsuits, personal flotation aids) will be provided to you along with instructions about its proper use and ample time to get familiar and comfortable with it. Also, on the boat, there are available full face masks for those who wish to breathe through the nose underwater! You will also be given the option to try Stand Up Paddling, if you wish. Grab a nice stable board and glide over the crystal blue waters of Chania, under the guidance and the supervision of our highly skilled staff.  Whenever you feel like you need a refreshment while on board, our instructors will offer you fresh seasonal fruit and bottled mineral water. Moreover, your time with us will be recorded with our cameras and all photos, and videos will be sent to you for free as a return ticket to some joyful moments!