Taste of Crete from Rethymno: Meet the locals from the mountains

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Languages

Greek

English

French

Experience type

Agriculture & Farm

Culture

Nature

Matches your mood

Authentic

Fun for Kids

Social

Free cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours before the experience. Please note that booking fees are non-refundable.

Perfect for your group

Personalized for your authentic travel experience

Suitability assessment

Child safety measures

Excellent

Kid-friendly activities

Excellent

Educational value

Excellent

Flexible timing

Excellent

Your adventure awaits

Visit a Cretan shepherd refuge and watch over 100 goats run freely towards the tall mountains, creating a truly authentic rural scene. Enjoy typical Cretan farmer snacks surrounded by breathtaking landscapes filled with mountain views and herbal aromas. Wear your special uniform and learn all about beekeeping with Mrs. Eleni, as you find the bee queen and witness the fascinating honey extraction process. Experience the warm hospitality of Mr. Andreas and Mrs. Eleni in their home, and finish with a traditional homemade lunch followed by delicious pitakia with honey, Mrs. Eleni’s irresistible specialty.

Experience highlights

Interact with friendly goats and learn about traditional shepherd life in Crete.
Discover native herbs and plants used in Cretan countryside culture
Get hands-on experience with real beekeeping equipment
Taste freshly extracted honey straight from the hive.

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Taste of Crete from Rethymno: Meet the locals from the mountains

10 photos

Languages

Greek

English

French

Experience type

Agriculture & Farm

Culture

Nature

Matches your mood

Authentic

Fun for Kids

Social

Free cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours before the experience. Please note that booking fees are non-refundable.

Perfect for your group

Personalized for your authentic travel experience

Suitability assessment

Child safety measures

Excellent

Kid-friendly activities

Excellent

Educational value

Excellent

Flexible timing

Excellent

Your adventure awaits

Visit a Cretan shepherd refuge and watch over 100 goats run freely towards the tall mountains, creating a truly authentic rural scene. Enjoy typical Cretan farmer snacks surrounded by breathtaking landscapes filled with mountain views and herbal aromas. Wear your special uniform and learn all about beekeeping with Mrs. Eleni, as you find the bee queen and witness the fascinating honey extraction process. Experience the warm hospitality of Mr. Andreas and Mrs. Eleni in their home, and finish with a traditional homemade lunch followed by delicious pitakia with honey, Mrs. Eleni’s irresistible specialty.

Experience highlights

Interact with friendly goats and learn about traditional shepherd life in Crete.
Discover native herbs and plants used in Cretan countryside culture
Get hands-on experience with real beekeeping equipment
Taste freshly extracted honey straight from the hive.

Share a family-style meal in a true local home environment

Visit a hidden monastery

Everything you need to know

Hotel Pick-Up & Drop-Off (Only Rethymno District)

English or French speaking guide

Entrance to a hidden monastery

Lunch (vegetarian option included)

Lots of raki and laughter :)

Visit to the shepherd

Beeking experience

Comfortable shoes

Light long pants

Hat, sunscreen, sun glasses

Important Notes

•Kindly inform us about any dietary restrictions or allergies

Meeting point & directions

Bricks Beers & Tales

Eleftheríou Venizélou 41, Rethymno 741 31

Arrive 10 minutes before departure

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More around the area

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Landmarks & attractions

Fortezza Castle

4.5

Historical Site

Impressive Venetian fortress overlooking the city and sea

0.3 km5 min walk

Arkadi Monastery

4.6

Monastery

Historic monastery and symbol of Cretan resistance

23 km30 min drive

Taste of Crete from Rethymno: Meet the locals from the mountains

Languages

Experience type

Matches your mood

Perfect for your group

Suitability assessment

Your adventure awaits

Experience highlights

Taste of Crete from Rethymno: Meet the locals from the mountains

Languages

Experience type

Matches your mood

Perfect for your group

Suitability assessment

Your adventure awaits

Experience highlights

Everything you need to know

Important Notes

Meeting point & directions

Bricks Beers & Tales

More around the area

Landmarks & attractions

Fortezza Castle

Arkadi Monastery

Old Town Rethymno

Fortezza Castle

Arkadi Monastery

Old Town Rethymno

Beautiful beaches

Preveli Beach

Bali Beach

Plakias Beach

Preveli Beach

Bali Beach

Plakias Beach

Everything you need to know

Important Notes

Meeting point & directions

Bricks Beers & Tales

More around the area

Landmarks & attractions

Fortezza Castle

Arkadi Monastery

Old Town Rethymno

Fortezza Castle

Arkadi Monastery

Old Town Rethymno

Beautiful beaches

Preveli Beach

Bali Beach

Plakias Beach

Preveli Beach

Bali Beach

Plakias Beach