Secrets of West Crete & Rethymno Town Private Tour from Elounda

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Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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Duration
9 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 15 guests
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Language
English, French, Russian, Greek
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Explore West Crete and Rethymno on a private tour from Elounda. Discover ancient villages, local cuisine, and historic sites with a personal guide in a luxurious vehicle.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Pair up with our top local insider & journey along the golden expanse of West Crete in the comfort of a luxury chauffeured vehicle. Submerge into a bespoke adventure fueled by the shimmering authenticity of ancient villages, hospitable locals who live close to untouched nature, lavish gorges spilling their rivers into the sea & storied Byzantine Monasteries nestled among utopian wonders.


Tuck into the genuine flavors of our legendary forefathers. Unearth the archaic hamlet of King Agamemnon where water resources are pure, the temperature is ideal, & the local knowledge of food is an art. Prepare to be mesmerized by the delicious aromas of slow-grilled lamb & melt-in-mouth river fish placed around an open fire straight in front of you.


Luxuriate along the seaside town of Rethymno wallowing in the charm of the labyrinthian streets & Venetian fortification. Revel in the glamour of the old town that makes it a minor playground for authentic street markets & eclectic wine-cocktail bars.

What You Get

VIP skip-the-line access & assistance with purchasing admission tickets
Our assistance with the best restaurant recommendations & reservations
Exclusive insider-access opportunities & tailored details of your personal interest
Drinks and meals
Admission fees

Good To Know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Service animals allowed

What You’ll Experience

1

Agios Nikolaos

Get the inside track from your personal tour guide as you journey from the Rethymnon beach Southward to the emerald expanse of West Crete.
2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
2

Spili

Delight in scenes of a historic Rethymno village with perennially flowing waters and amble medicinal herb gardens.
45 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
3

Kourtaliotiko Gorge

Encounter the enchanting wild beauty of Kourtaliotiko Gorge and Kotsifou Canyon fueled with natural scents and mesmeric sounds.
25 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
4

The Holy Monastery of Preveli

Visit the age-old Preveli monastery and get stimulated as we tell you its glorious story from way back.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Free
5

Ancient Lappa

Discover the mountainous village of Argiroupolis built on the ancient Lappa city surrounded by towering age-old trees, lush landscape, and breezy waterfalls.
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
6

Argyroupoli

Connect with the West Crete essence of scrumptious tastes from antiquity and let us guide your tour deep into the unspoiled local lifestyle.
45 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
7

Rethymnon Old Town

Stroll the pearled historic port of the old town Rethymno and unwind at its local exclusive bars and cafés.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Free

Plaka (Pass By)

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Elounda (Pass By)

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Istron (Pass By)

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Milatos (Pass By)

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Sissi (Pass By)

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Malia (Pass By)

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Stalida (Pass By)

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Start Time

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VIP Comfort Minibus (9-Seater)
Premium Sedan (3-Seater)
Premium XL Minibus (15-Seater)
Premium Minivan (5-Seater)

Meeting & Pickup

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Pickup Details
Enjoy personal pick-ups & drop-offs from your hotel, villa, cruise or any other point Crete island. Please note that the pick-up time is flexible.
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Stalida
Stalida, Heraklion, Greece, GR
Malia
Malia, Heraklion, Greece, GR, 700 07
Sisi
Sisi, Lasithi, Greece, GR, 724 00
Milatos
Milatos, Lasithi, Greece, GR, 724 00
Istro
Istro, Lasithi, Greece, GR, 721 00
Schisma Eloundas
Schisma Eloundas, Lasithi, Greece, GR
Plaka
Plaka, Lasithi, Greece, GR
Agios Nikolaos
Agios Nikolaos, Lasithi, Greece, GR
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

For experiences with opening hours, the cancellation deadline is 24 hours before the earliest opening time on the scheduled date.

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Earliest available date: June 26, 2025
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10 meals
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