Full day tour to Arkadi-Margarites-Melidoni Cave-Axos
Duration
9 hour(s)
Languages
English
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Explore the historic and symbolic Arkadi Monastery site
Visit Margarites workshop learning traditional pottery techniques
Discover Melidoni Cave with its fascinating natural formations
Walk through the scenic and authentic village of Axos
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Experience the authentic charm of Crete on this local tour through the mountains of Rethymon. Explore historic and cultural landmarks including the Arkadi Monastery, a symbol of Cretan resistance, the Margarites pottery workshop where traditional crafts are still made, the fascinating Melidoni Cave, and the picturesque village of Axos. This tour offers a unique opportunity to connect with local history, culture, and traditions while enjoying the beautiful mountain scenery of Crete.
Travel comfortably in an air conditioned vehicle with snacks provided along the way. The tour includes travel time between each destination, allowing you to relax and enjoy the journey. With a knowledgeable guide to share stories and insights, you will gain a deeper understanding of the area while visiting some of its most authentic and interesting sites. This is the perfect experience for those looking to combine sightseeing, culture, and local traditions in one memorable day.
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Customer Reviews
Alex
The cave is quite small but worth a visit, it's well lit and an easy 15-20 minute walk. Beautiful views from the car park
Alexander
This cave is pretty close to Rethymno. It is very nice, well-lit and logistically well-arranged. The cave has a long history - millennia ago people worshiped the god of Talos, Crete's guardian. Then, in the 19th century, locals hid in the cave trying to flee from Ottomans and the latter threw explosives into the cave. Everybody died... The nature of the cave is so great - with many stalactites and stalagmites that are well-lit, so you can view them easily.
Renata
It is a rather small cave, and one will only take 15 -20 minutes to go around. It has a historical significance to the people of Crete. The road to the cave os spectacular. There is a cafe at the premises.
Helena
Not loads of parking available, especially when coaches arrive. Amazing caves. It wasn't all open though in the caves but it was all pretty amazing. On our way down the steps everyone coming up was huffing and puffing so I took from that to stop to view down a few times on my way back up. It worked for me. A chillingly sad story if the history of the cave. Had a lovely coffee in the café on the way out. It was very reasonably priced and staff were very nice to. Very relaxing. The views would have been good if it was clearer.
Becky
Well done cave but small. Beautiful cave able to be seen in under 15 minutes. (We spent 5-10 inside plus the small walk from the entrance.) It’s essentially one room that you enter via a two-way staircase then do a small loop within one main room once inside. The path is decently lit (for a cave) but it is still relatively dark. It’s a comfortable cool inside (~15-16C/60F) but didn’t require a sweater. They provide a brochure/guide plus have a few small signs in multiple languages within the cave. It did get a little busy when we were entering via the stairs but not uncomfortably so. Cafe had decent outdoor seating, though on our way out all tables were taken so we skipped it. Toilets in the car park were nicer than expected. Car park can get quite busy though there is a bit of turnover with people leaving. They indicate to be careful when parking 11-1 certain days as used as a bus turnaround spot.