From Chania: Family Adventure in the Cretan Countryside

Overview

We begin your journey at a unique botanical garden created with love by a small-scale local farmer, home to a rich collection of endemic Cretan plants. Through playful, hands-on activities in the nature, families discover local herbs and their medicinal and edible uses, taste fresh fruits straight from the trees, and experience the island’s biodiversity in an interactive and engaging way. The visit ends with delicious Cretan treats prepared from the garden’s ingredients.

We delve into Crete’s ancient past with a visit to a Minoan site, where we learn about the island’s first great civilization through engaging storytelling.

We conclude at the impressive Fortress of Aptera, enjoying breathtaking panoramic views while exploring the layers of history that have shaped Crete over the centuries.

This day guarantees a perfect blend of play, exploration, nature and history in the beautiful Cretan countryside.

Itinerary

1. Apokoronas

   We begin our journey at a unique botanical garden
   created with love by a small-scale local farmer, home to
   a rich collection of endemic Cretan plants. Through
   playful, hands-on activities in the nature, families
   discover local herbs and their medicinal and edible
   uses, taste fresh fruits straight from the trees, and
   experience the island’s biodiversity in an interactive
   and engaging way. The visit ends with delicious Cretan
   treats prepared from the garden’s ingredients.

   2 hours
2. Stilos

   We delve into Crete’s ancient past with a visit to a
   Minoan site, where we learn about the island’s first great
   civilization through engaging storytelling.

   15 minutes
3. Ottoman Fortress

   We enjoy breathtaking panoramic views while exploring
   the layers of history that have shaped Crete over the
   centuries.

   15 minutes

Meeting and pickup

Your guide will contact you a day in advance regarding your pick up. You will be picked up by your accommodation.

Good to know

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.