Rethymno Bites & Sights Private Tour

Experience the authentic side of Rethymno through the eyes and storytelling of locals by ‘conquering’ with us the old city, an area with centuries-old turbulent history, full of stories and tales with Venetians, Byzantines, and pirates!! Follow the footsteps of aristocrats, sultans, and warriors while exploring its windy streets and discover hidden spots. Visit artisans, craftsmen, and taste local Cretan flavours! Duration 4 hours Highlights Wind your way through the labyrinth of Venetian and Ottoman streets like a local Visit local artisans as they work in their workshops Participate in a unique wine tasting by sampling different local wines Learn about famous local gastronomy while savouring Cretan flavours such as the traditional koulouri, Greek coffee, Cretan pastries, and cheese and olives Listen to tales, myths, and legends of the city while wandering through its layers of history Local impact — How you help the local community by joining this tour: By promoting the work and the enterprises of local artisans such as a traditional instrument maker, a wood craftsman, and a leather bag maker, this tour works to support them financially You visit the last remaining workshop of Rethymnon that produces the main ingredient for baklava and meet the phyllo maker as he works on this old traditional process During this tour, you sample locally-sourced food from Crete’s villages, farmers and stock-breeders You visit a 100% local family-owned restaurant that serves traditional Cretan dishes