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Secrets of West Crete & Rethymno Town Private Tour from Heraklion
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Secrets of West Crete & Rethymno Town Private Tour from Heraklion

By Crete Private & Luxury Tours by Snami Travel
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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.
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Ages 0-120
Duration: 8h
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Live guide: German, Russian, English, French
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  • Personal pick-up & drop-off (flexible pick-up time)
  • A chauffeured premium vehicle
  • Private guide: We take much pride in having the best local guides of Crete!
  • Vehicle amenities: mineral water, Cretan fruits & snacks, Wi-Fi, USB sockets & hygiene amenities
  • Our assistance with the best restaurant recommendations & reservations
  • VIP skip-the-line access & assistance with purchasing admission tickets
  • Exclusive insider-access opportunities & tailored details of your personal interest
  • Our concierge support before & during your day trip
What's not included
  • Drinks and meals
  • Admission fees


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
  • Option 1
    Hersonissos 700 14, Greece
    Personal pick-up and drop-off service from any defined point in your region of stay in Crete.
  • Option 2
    Analipsi 700 14, Greece
    Personal pick-up and drop-off service from any defined point in your region of stay in Crete.
  • Option 3
    Gouves 700 14, Greece
    Personal pick-up and drop-off service from any defined point in your region of stay in Crete.
  • Option 4
    Kokkini Hani, Greece
    Personal pick-up and drop-off service from any defined point in your region of stay in Crete.
  • Option 5
    Heraklion, Greece
    Personal pick-up and drop-off service from any defined point in your region of stay in Crete.
  • Option 6
    Agia Pelagia 715 00, Greece
    Personal pick-up and drop-off service from any defined point in your region of stay in Crete.
  • Option 7
    Fodele 715 00, Greece
    Personal pick-up and drop-off service from any defined point in your region of stay in Crete.
  • Option 8
    Bali, Greece
    Personal pick-up and drop-off service from any defined point in your region of stay in Crete.
Pickup details
  • Enjoy personal pick-up and drop-off from your hotel, villa, cruise or any other point of Crete island. NOTE: pick-up time is flexible and upon your final confirmation
Hotel pickup offered
During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
    Port pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.
    • Heraklion Port Passenger Station, Leof. Nearchou, Iraklio 713 07, Greece
    End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

      • Not wheelchair accessible
      • Pushchair accessible
      • Service animals allowed
      • Near public transportation
      • Infant seats available
      If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 61532P12

      • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
      • Most travellers can participate
      • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

      • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

      If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 61532P12

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      • 963phyllisp
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Spinalonga, olive oil your, and the beach… who could ask for anything more!
        What a fun day with Nick and Paul! Spinalonga was fascinating. Lena, our tour guide, provided so much information about the site. We had a lovely seaside lunch at restaurant across from the beach and then spent an hour relaxing on the beach. The olive oil tour at Vissilakis estate was very interesting followed by a tasting. We enjoyed the products so much we shipped a box directly to our home. I highly recommend this tour with Nick and Paul.
        Written 11 October 2024
      • Companion08430032240
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        Supernatural Experience in Crete with Olga!
        We arranged a private tour with a personal guide and driver. Our guide, Olga Evangelia Solanou, was personable and informed; she knew exactly how to create an experience that was all things to everyone! Her knowledge and intuition about creating the ideal visitor experience for us included visits to beaches, villages, botanical gardens, and the best epicurean adventure ever! Our hope was to experience the authentic life of Crete and its sites, sounds and flavors and Olga saw to it we did! Both she and our driver Vasilis accommodated group mobility issues and our visit at each stop was flawless. We felt safe and comfortable the entire time. The professionalism and personable interactions with Olga and Vasilis made our visitor experience unforgettable. We came to Greece as strangers and we left as friends.
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      • stcowden
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        3000BC with 10,000 brilliant
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      • janebE6387SK
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        unforgettable experience
        It was unforgettable experience. Tour operator messaged us the day before and provided with name and phone number of the tour guide. They picked us from the hotel on time. Tour guide Popi was very knowledgeable in history of Crete and Greece. She explained things on the way and during sightseens. The tour was talored to our needs and abilities. The driver was very experienced and nice. We were treated with the plate of local fruits and desserts during the stop. The sights were amazing. I would strongly recommend this tour.
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      • HoosierMike1976
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      • 604tarac
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      Christina D
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      May 2023 • Couples
      We had an amazing trip with Tina and Stefanos. They treat you like family and let us customize the end of the trip a little so we could spend more time at a place we were very eager to see. The van is clean and Stefanos is a great driver and such a sweetheart. Tina is now practically family to us and we love her and couldn’t recommend this trip enough! Highly suggest this company to anyone visiting Crete.
      Written 31 May 2023
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      Dim_Travel
      London, UK4 contributions
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      Oct 2019
      We were staying in Chania and wanted to explore the highlights near to our region. "Authentic West Crete Off-the-Beaten-Track & Venetian Rethymno Private Tour" was just a memorable experience for the whole family! Our private guide showed us amazing old villages, canyons, monasteries with interesting stories, and we met with friendly locals! Not to mention the Cretan lunch in a breathtaking place with lamp on fire and salt!!!! One of the most amazing tours we ever had. Thank you Crete! Thank you Snami team! We highly recommend!!!
      Written 10 October 2019
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      It is a great pleasure for us to know that you really had an exceptional experience during your booked private tour "Authentic West Crete Off-the-Beaten-Track & Venetian Rethymno Private Tour". Best regards, Snami Travel - Cretan Authentic Experiences
      Written 11 October 2019
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      PGGP
      Bucharest, Romania12 contributions
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      Aug 2019
      The trip was as expected: professional & excellent in sites, views, food & info.
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      Written 2 September 2019
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      Dear Gabriel, It's a great fulfillment that we succeded in providing you with an exceptional experience during your booked private tour "Explore Authentic West Crete Nature & Experience Evening Venetian Rethymno". The whole team wishes you all the best! Best regards,
      Written 3 September 2019
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      nikos k
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      Jul 2020
      A great option from west Crete pick up. The family was filled with great experiences and memories. Thank you guys!
      Written 24 July 2020
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      We are more than happy that our product namely "Western Crete - Six Senses Mosaic & Venetian Rethymno VIP Private Tour" met your travel holiday high expectations. Our efforts of personalizing the perfect trip and experiences for you were successful and this is the highest fulfillment for us! Once again, thank you for preferring Snami Travel - Crete Private & Luxury Tours for your holidays on the island of Crete. Sincerely Yours, Ioannis Georgiadis
      Written 25 July 2020
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      Nadia
      17 contributions
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      Jul 2019 • Couples
      Thanks a lot to Snami Travel for such an unforgettable trip and especially thanks to your guide who makes you fall in love with this stunning city of beauty!
      Written 21 July 2019
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      Dear Nadia, We are very happy that you enjoyed your booked private tour "Chauffeured West Crete & Evening Venetian Rethymno Guided Walk". Best regards,
      Written 22 July 2019
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      Luis Bernardo P
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      Dec 2023 • Solo
      Excellent service offered by both the sales side and the guide. I saw “secret” things from the history of Crete.
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      Written 1 January 2024
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      ¡Gracias por compartir tu experiencia con nuestro tour Secrets of West Crete & Rethymno Town en TripAdvisor! Nos alegra enormemente que hayas disfrutado del servicio tanto de nuestro equipo de ventas como de nuestro guía. Es un placer saber que pudiste descubrir los "secretos" de la historia de Creta a través de nuestra excursión. Esperamos tenerte de vuelta pronto para explorar más maravillas de nuestra isla. Saludos cordiales, Ioannis Georgiadis Snami Travel
      Written 15 June 2024
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