Do you enjoy the city life? In that case, you should take the excursion West Crete, in which you will visit the two beautiful cities Rethymnon and Chania, full of Venetian architecture. In Chania, you will visit the daily market. Furthermore, you will visit the impressive and famous Arkadi monastery.

This trip offers variation between culture and cities, while the road leading up to Rethymon, Chania and the Arkadi monastery offers amazing views over the mountains, the abundant flowers, and picturesque villages.

The Arkadi monastery is the symbol of freedom for Crete. During the Turkish oppression, there were riots all over the island that were violently suppressed. Many people sought shelter in the monastery which was more difficult to reach than other places. When the monastery was surrounded by the Turks, the people refused to surrender and blew themselves up. An experienced guide will tell you more stories and details about this wonderful convent with its tragic history, symbolising freedom.

After having visited the monastery, you will continue to Chania, with its narrow streets and Venetian harbour. The city buildings date both from the Venetian and Turkish period. In Chania you have ample time to lunch and to visit the daily market.

On the way back, you will stop in Rethymnon where you have some free time to take a walk in this beautiful city.

All excursions can be booked on www.kritinet.com or at the local travel agency "Kritinet Travel" at the mainroad of Agia Pelagia

Emails can be send to info@kritinet.com

Price: €38,- p.p.