From Rethymno: Guided E-Bike Tour to Myli Gorge with Lunch
ID: GYG208245-324231
Category:
Country: Greece
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Take a beautiful cycle through Rethymno's countryside on an electric bicycle. Hike through the Myli Gorge and wander through the flora and fauna of Crete with a local guide. Enjoy a tasty local lunch and experience real Cretan hospitality.
Discover the beauty surrounding Rethymno as you head uphill through picturesque olive groves and make the first stop at Halevi Monastery. See the church of Panagia with its flame-shaped windows and the ruin of the monastery building, which was recently renovated.
Continue to the village of Chromonastiri and visit Villa Clodio where the Military Museum is housed. As you reach the Myli Gorge, a small oasis close to the city, set out on a short hike through a gorge with diverse flora and fauna and visit the abandoned village of Myli.
Stop and relax in the Cretan village of Roussospiti and be spoiled with a selection of traditional dishes from a family run taverna. Due to the elevated location you will have a breathtaking panoramic view over Rethymno and the Mediterranean coast. After lunch, ride to the monastery of Aghia Irini to talk to the nuns there and learn more about the history of this place before slowly starting your way back.
Highlights
- Visit the church of Panagia Halevi with its beautiful garden
- Admire the Venetian Villa Clodio which houses the military museum with exhibits from the Venetian period
- Hike through the magnificent Myli Gorge and experience the flora and fauna of the area
- Stop in the picturesque village of Roussospiti and indulge yourself in a delicious Cretan lunch
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Drinks and coffee are not included in the price of the tour but will be available for purchase with lunch
The entrance fee for the Military Museum is not included in the price of the tour
Tips are not included
This tour is recommended for people aged over 15 years old who are fit to ride a bike
The e-bike helps you cycle at a minimum effort
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Panepistimiou 1 Rethymno 741 00, Greece.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
