Art of Honey, Cheese Making & Shepherd’s Haven Luxury Jeep Tour

By Crete Private & Luxury Tours by Snami Travel

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Free cancellation available
8h
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation
Selective hotel pickup
Multiple languages

Overview

Embark on a journey to the very heart of Crete, where intrepid beekeepers extract nature’s liquid gold, inspired by nectar once deemed worthy of the gods. Discover this ancient craft at the Apithano Honey Museum, connecting with Cretan heritage and savoring diverse local honeys that epitomize luxury and legacy.

Continue your exploration to the rugged terrains where Halepa Monastery stands as a testament to human resilience. Amidst towering peaks and lush valleys, hear whispers of rebellion and endurance that echo through time.

Our odyssey then takes us to the pastoral charm of Crete, where the traditional shepherd’s hut, the 'Mitato,' invites you to witness the ancient art of cheese-making amidst grazing goats and sweeping landscapes.

Conclude your day in Axos Village, where each dish of Cretan cuisine celebrates a rich heritage and exploration, served on a private safari tour in Rethymnon—a culinary homage to the timeless spirit of Crete.

A true journey to the Trails of Tradition.

Activity location

Apithano Honey Museum-Tasting & Tours
- 740 52, Melidoni, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

Georgioupoli
- Georgioupoli, Greece

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Premium Jeep in Multilingual

8h
Opening hours: Fri 7:00-10:00
English

Customized Private Tour
lunch pack & a bottle of water
Jeep/SUV Class or similar
Pickup included

Travelers

Languages available

Price details

P 56,477.64 x 1 TravelerP 56,477.64

Total

Until Thu, Nov 7

What's included, what's not

Liability insurance and local taxes
A visit to an original shepherd’s hut “Mitato” and the cheese-making process
Our concierge support before & during your day trip
Bespoke pick-up & drop-off, tailored to your schedule
Entrance fees for Honey factory and tastings
A chauffeured premium Jeep driven by a local insider
Lunch with traditional Cretan platters
personal expenses

Know before you book

Specialized infant seats are available
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The travel time is already included on the total duration of the product
Our products are private custom tours which means nothing can be 100% solid and specific as we aim to address our mutual clients' travel aspirations in Crete genuinely.

Activity itinerary

Apithano Honey Museum-Tasting & Tours

1h
Admission ticket included

Come with us to the very heart of Crete, where intrepid beekeepers harvest nature's liquid gold from the nectar of the gods, echoing an ancient tradition that traces back to the legendary Minoan civilization. At the Apithano Honey Museum, immerse yourself in the timeless craft of honey production, connecting with the rich heritage of the Cretan lifestyle and savoring the diverse flavors of local honey—a symbol of luxury and cultural legacy that spans generations.

Rethymnon Prefecture

3h

Venture further into the enfold of the island's rugged beauty, where the Halepa Monastery stands as a silent sentinel to the resilience of the human spirit. Amidst soaring peaks and verdant valleys, secrets of rebellion and resilience whisper through the ages, inviting us to pause and reflect. But our odyssey doesn't end there; it leads us deep into the essence of Crete's pastoral charm, where the traditional shepherd's hut, the 'Mitato', beckons with promises of cheese-making mastery. Surrounded by grazing goats and sweeping vistas, witness the age-old craft come to life before your eyes, a testament to the enduring bond between humanity and nature.

Axos

2h

By the end of the day, indulge in the diverse flavors of Cretan cuisine in Axos Village, where each delectable bite becomes a celebration of heritage and exploration —a culinary ode to the archaic spirit of Crete, served within the intimate embrace of a private safari tour in Rethymnon.