Overview
Discover Crete's heritage on a private day trip from Rethymno. Visit Ancient Aptera, enjoy breathtaking views from Venizelos Graves, explore Chania’s charming Old Town with a guided walk and traditional lunch, and end your day tasting premium olive oil at Kanakis Olive Mill.
-Explore the archaeological site of Ancient Aptera overlooking Souda Bay
-Enjoy stunning panoramas from Venizelos Graves viewpoint
-Guided walking tour and free time in picturesque Chania Old Town
-Authentic Cretan lunch in a traditional taverna
-Taste award-winning olive oils at Kanakis Olive Mill
What's Included
- Entrance fee to Ancient Aptera
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Rethymno
- Water from the springs of the White Mountains “Samaria”, in bottles.
- Private transportation (comfortable air-conditioned vehicle)
- Olive oil tasting at Kanakis Olive Mill
- Accompaniment by a professional guide
- Personal expenses, drinks, lunch / dinner.
- Customary tips to your drivers, guides and escorts.
Meeting and Pickup
Private pick-up and drop-off from your hotel, villa, cruise, or any other point in the region of Rethymno. Pick-up time is flexible and upon your final confirmation.
What To Expect
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Rethymnon Prefecture
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Archaeological Site Of Aptera
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Venizelos Graves
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Chania Old Town
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Old Venetian Harbor
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Kanakis Olive Mill
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Rethymnon Prefecture
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Important to have: Comfortable shoes, Comfortable clothes, Sunglasses, and Hat Money for souvenirs, drinks, lunch/dinner.
- Health issues: If any participant suffers from any severe allergy (e.g. to bee stings, food allergies/intolerances) or has medical/health issues we need to be aware of, it is important to let us know in advance. This is clearly a safety measure, personal information is by no means violated, and we exercise all discretion.
- Health Insurance: Moysidis Travel is covered by Professional Liability Insurance. Each participant is advised to take out health/travel insurance before traveling to Crete.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Chania Old Town Ancient Aptera and Olive Oil Tour from Rethymno?
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- Entrance fee to Ancient Aptera.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Rethymno.
- Water from the springs of the White Mountains “Samaria”, in bottles.
- Private transportation (comfortable air-conditioned vehicle).
- Olive oil tasting at Kanakis Olive Mill.
- Accompaniment by a professional guide.
- Personal expenses, drinks, lunch / dinner.
- Customary tips to your drivers, guides and escorts.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Chania Old Town Ancient Aptera and Olive Oil Tour from Rethymno is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Important to have: Comfortable shoes, Comfortable clothes, Sunglasses, and Hat Money for souvenirs, drinks, lunch/dinner.
- Health issues: If any participant suffers from any severe allergy (e.g. to bee stings, food allergies/intolerances) or has medical/health issues we need to be aware of, it is important to let us know in advance. This is clearly a safety measure, personal information is by no means violated, and we exercise all discretion.
- Health Insurance: Moysidis Travel is covered by Professional Liability Insurance. Each participant is advised to take out health/travel insurance before traveling to Crete.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Chania Old Town Ancient Aptera and Olive Oil Tour from Rethymno will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Entrance fee to Ancient Aptera
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Rethymno
- Water from the springs of the White Mountains “Samaria”, in bottles.
- Private transportation (comfortable air-conditioned vehicle)
- Olive oil tasting at Kanakis Olive Mill
- Accompaniment by a professional guide
- Personal expenses, drinks, lunch / dinner.
- Customary tips to your drivers, guides and escorts.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Important to have: Comfortable shoes, Comfortable clothes, Sunglasses, and Hat Money for souvenirs, drinks, lunch/dinner.
- Health issues: If any participant suffers from any severe allergy (e.g. to bee stings, food allergies/intolerances) or has medical/health issues we need to be aware of, it is important to let us know in advance. This is clearly a safety measure, personal information is by no means violated, and we exercise all discretion.
- Health Insurance: Moysidis Travel is covered by Professional Liability Insurance. Each participant is advised to take out health/travel insurance before traveling to Crete.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
