Top Experiences in Rethymno

Unique things to do, curated by kimkim specialists
Enjoy some of the best activities in Rethymno with kimkim's top picks. Go on a refreshing private hike to Samaria Gorge, the largest gorge in Europe, starting your journey at Omalos Plateau and finishing at the coastal village of Agia Roumeli. Visit the Palace of Knossos, Cretes' most extensive and important archaeological site, and enjoy sightings of the Little Palace, the Royal Villa, and the House of the Frescoes. Try your hand at an Excavation Simulation in a family-friendly workshop that allows you to experience an excavation simulation and make mosaics that you can keep. 
Knossos Palace
Private Palace of Knossos & Archaeological Museum Visit
5.0
(1)
5 hours
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Private
Enjoy a private tour of Knossos Palace, Crete's most extensive and important archaeological site. A licensed guide will tailor the tour to your interests and lead you through the most important monuments of the site, including the Palace of Knossos, the Little Palace, the Royal Villa, and the...
Private Imbros Gorge Hiking Day Trip
4.5
(2)
8 hours
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Private
Perfect for nature lovers seeking an off-the-beaten-path experience in Crete, this private day trip takes you south of Chania to Imbros Gorge. Grab your trekking poles and set off on a 5-mile hike, following a winding trail between sandstone cliffs. Your expert guide will share fascinating facts...
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Excavation Simulation & Mosaic Workshop near Chania
3 hours
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Private
This family-friendly workshop allows kids to experience an excavation simulation and make mosaics that they can take home. Kids love being an archeologist for the day! Enjoy learning about mosaic art's fascinating history, which originated from the Minoan Cretan. To start, your family will...
Photo from MAMAKITA
Excavation & Minoan Food for Kids
4 hours
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Private
Join a real archaeologist on a half-day private activity with an excavation simulation for kids. This activity allows you to find Minoan artifacts and learn about daily life in prehistoric times. Then, you'll enjoy a delicious meal of traditional Minoan cuisine.To start, learn about archaeology...
The ruins at Knossos
Minoan Mythology Tour for Families with transfers
5 hours
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Private
Discover the ancient scenery and myths of Minos, Ariadne, Theseus, the Minotaur, and the Labyrinth on this family-friendly half-day private adventure. This unique educational activity explores the roots of the Minoan civilization with some of the most popular Greek stories and myths. It'll...
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Rethymno Cooking Class with Wine
3.5 hours
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Private
Unlock the secrets of Cretan cuisine and the island's famed vineyards with a half-day private cooking class and wine tasting. This experience takes place in a beautiful venue and combines a 5-course dinner with a wine cellar visit. You'll learn about fine Cretan wines and taste a few...
The Incredible Beauty of Elafonissi Beach
Self-Guided Beach Day-Trip in Chania
Self guided
Some of the most incredible and exotic beaches of Crete are situated in the region of Chania and invite you to relax, sunbathe and take part in a great variety of thrilling watersports adventures. With your rental car, take a day to relax and enjoy the warm, crystal-clear waters and sandy shores,...
Venetian houses along the waterfront
Self-Guided Cultural Tour of Rethymno Town
Self guided
Enjoy exploring the old town of Rethymno, one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Greece, on this self guided tour. Take some time to stroll around its narrow streets, colorfully decorated with flowers, and discover the unique culture of this charming city.The first thing to notice is how...
Self-Guided Beach Day around Rethymno
Self guided
Beach lovers flock to Crete as it is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in Greece. While in Rethymno you have a few options to choose from both in town, or a short drive away. On this self guided beach day visit gorgeous tranquil beaches or even waterfalls! As this is a self guided tour,...
Discover ancient villages far from the tourist trail
Private Apokoronas Countryside Day Trip with Tastings & Lunch
8 hours
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Private
Venture off the beaten path with a scenic day trip into the rural countryside of Apokoronas, home to traditional villages, ancient farmland, and warm hospitality. With the help of an expert private guide, you'll pause in sleepy villages to sip coffee in tiny kafeneia (cafés), take a peaceful...
Feast on traditional Cretan cuisine (photo courtesy of GS Tours Chania)
Day Trip to Arkadi Monastery, Eleftherna & Margarites
5 hours
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Private
Explore Greek history and culture with this day trip to monasteries, archaeological sites, and pottery villages near Rethymno. Learn about the Dorian and Roman eras with guided visits to the archaeological site of Ancient Eleftherna and Arkadi Monastery, the location of an infamous Cretan revolt....
Hiking Samaria Gorge
Private Hike to Samaria Gorge
12 hours
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Private
Explore Chania's Samaria Gorge for a refreshing hike along the river bed, a must-do for any traveler to the region! This 18-kilometer-long gorge is the largest in Europe, and its stunning beauty makes it the most visited trail in the country. On this guided full-day private hiking activity,...
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