The outstanding natural wealth will impress the nature enthusiasts. Imposing gorges, beautiful caves, stone bridges, rare species of fauna and flora, authentic villages, historic places, unique walking and cycling routes complete the picture of Rethymno’s inland. The outdoor adventure is accessible for all, the only thing you need to do is to pick the itineraries that best suit you!
Argiroupoli is a beautiful village built on the remains of ancient Lappa. Wandering around you can discover excavated sections of the ancient city, Roman remains, Venetian buildings with superb doorways, and Byzantine churches. The area is also famed for the springs of “Agia Dynami” (Holy Power), creating a unique natural environment with rich flora.
Mili gorge with abundant greenery takes its name from the little abandoned village with many mills, which is located at its end. The gorge is home to a number of rare species of Cretan flora. The running waters create small waterfalls and ponds that are ideal for a refreshing stop under the shade of wild sycamores.
In Rethymno, the wine is part of our culture and the highlight of our social relationships and our friendly spirit.Thus the reduction of it in a way of life, combined with the fertile soil, the sun, the long experience, and the love for everything the Cretans do, has made its manufacture into an art. During your stay, you will have the chance to visit wineries, taste local wines and enhance your dinner with the finest of local wines.
At Easter time, get to know the customs and enjoy traditional feasts in friendly households or villages. You will feel overwhelmed by the flowers of spring, and you will feel the anticipation of celebration from the religious and seasonal events. Don’t miss the opportunity to taste the traditional Cretan cuisine, or, even better, to enjoy the preparations of the special Easter delicacies.
The Preveli beach, located below the monastery of Preveli, at the mouth of the Kourtaliotiko gorge is voted as among Europe's top romantic destinations. It is one of the most exotic beaches of Crete with idyllic atmosphere surrounded by palm trees. The river water, coming directly from the mountains into the sea, is cool and refreshing in the blazing heat of summer.
Each year, rare species of plants “challenge” botanists and flower enthusiasts from all over the world to photograph them. Endemic orchids are impressive, while exceptional landscapes with endemic tulips are blooming at the small botanical paradise of Yious Kampos at the Amari valley. The best time to get to know them is at their peak in springtime.
Psiloritis mountain is home to the highest peak of the island (2456 m), where Zeus was raised in a cave. Psiloritis, UNESCO Global Geopark, worth visiting all year round. Enjoy the untouched pristine beauty of nature and mountain villages at Mylopotamos like Anogeia or challenge yourself by skiing at “Pierra Creta”, a ski mountaineering race hailed as the southernmost skiing event in Europe.
