Spend a full day moving from limestone caves and traditional olive presses to Margarites’ pottery workshops and Arkadi Monastery. Taste local oils and honeys, learn artisanal techniques, and finish wandering Rethymno’s historic alleys.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
A minivan eases away from Rethymno's old town and the road climbs into olive-scattered hills where the air carries a salty edge and the groves seem to hum with history.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
8–9 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves short walks, standing during tastings, and some uneven surfaces.
Wildlife
History
Arkadi Monastery is a focal point of Cretan resistance—its 1866 siege is a pivotal moment in the island’s modern history; Venetian and Ottoman rule also shaped Rethymno’s architecture and craft traditions.
Conservation
Support small producers and workshops to keep traditional practices viable; avoid single-use plastics and stick to marked paths in cave areas to minimize impact.
Reserve your spot on the Private Rethymno Oil and Honey Tasting Pottery at Margarites today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Wear stable shoes
Village streets and cave interiors can be uneven—closed-toe shoes with good grip make tastings and walks safer.
Stay hydrated
Carry a refillable water bottle—bottled water is provided but refills keep you comfortable on hot days.
Bring a sun hat and sunscreen
Sun is strong on open olive groves and at Margarites; shade is limited during summer.
Bring small bills
If you want to buy pottery or local products, smaller notes make transactions faster in village shops.
Comfortable walking shoes
Provides traction on village lanes, cobbles and cave floors.
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated is important during long summer transfers and outdoor tastings.
summer
Sun hat and sunscreen
Protects against strong Mediterranean sun in open groves and village squares.
summer
Light jacket or fleece
Cave interiors and evenings near Arkadi can be cool—a light layer adds comfort.
spring