Crete Island

Cultural Tourism

Cultural tourism is a type of tourism activity in which the visitor's essential motivation is to learn, discover, experience and consume the tangible and intangible cultural attractions/products in a tourism destination. These attractions/products relate to a set of distinctive material, intellectual, spiritual and emotional features of a society that encompasses arts and architecture, historical and cultural heritage, culinary heritage, literature, music, creative industries and the living cultures with their lifestyles, value systems, beliefs and traditions.

Crete Island - Cultural Tourism

Hike in Rethymno: Maroulas… Unkown but fabulous path, for real explorers

Greece, South Aegean, Crete Island

Hike in Rethymno: Maroulas… Unkown but fabulous path, for real explorers

4 hours 30 minutes

€120,00

Wine – Olive Oil Tasting

Greece, Crete Island, Heraklion

Wine – Olive Oil Tasting

7 hours 30 minutes

€155,00

Private Tour-Skip the Line

Greece, Crete Island, Heraklion

Private Tour-Skip the Line

7 hours 30 minutes

€700,00

Wine and Olive oil Tasting

Greece, South Aegean, Crete Island

Wine and Olive oil Tasting

4 hours 30 minutes

€95,00

The Shepherd’s Path Eleven Gates Full-Day Hike from Rethymno

Greece, South Aegean, Crete Island

The Shepherd’s Path Eleven Gates Full-Day Hike from Rethymno

8 hours

€120,00

Rethymno Walking & Gastronomy Tour

Greece, South Aegean, Crete Island

Rethymno Walking & Gastronomy Tour

3 hours 30 minutes

€150,00

Private Escape to South of Rethymno. Hike and swim away from the crowds

Greece, South Aegean, Crete Island

Private Escape to South of Rethymno. Hike and swim away from the crowds

7 hours

€120,00

Pottery Village of Margarites – The monastery of Arkadi & The Gorge of Patsos

Greece, South Aegean, Crete Island

Pottery Village of Margarites – The monastery of Arkadi & The Gorge of Patsos

7 hours

€125,00

What Is Your Tour Style?

1 - City trips 2 Tours

2 - Cultural Tourism 18 Tours

3 - Day Trips & Excursions 16 Tours

4 - Family Friendly 25 Tours

5 - Historical or heritage attractions 11 Tours

6 - Private & Custom Tours 14 Tours

7 - Agritourism 7 Tours

8 - Enotourism 6 Tours

9 - Group Tour 10 Tours

10 - Outdoor Activities 19 Tours

11 - Rural Tourism 13 Tours

12 - Vineyards & Wines 8 Tours

Top Attractions In Crete Island

Discover Zeus Cave, near Psychro village in Crete. Greek mythology deems it the birthplace of Zeus. Explore impressive stalactites and stalagmites, and the steep path offers scenic views. An essential archaeological site dating back to the Neolithic period. Enjoy a refreshing interior temperature, a welcome respite from the heat. Connect with Greek mythology and explore this magical place.

Margarites is a picturesque traditional village located in the heart of Crete, Greece. This charming village is known for its unique architecture and the production of pottery, which has been a tradition for more than 2,500 years. Margarites has a rich history and a vibrant cultural scene that attracts many visitors.

Margarites village

Maroulas, a charming village in Crete, Greece, boasts a rich history dating back to the Venetian period. Nestled on a hillside with stunning Mediterranean Sea views, it is surrounded by lush greenery and olive groves. The village's traditional buildings and narrow streets exude a captivating charm.

Village of Maroulas

Preveli Beach, a secluded gem on Crete's south coast, lies at the mouth of Kourtaliotiko Gorge. With tall palm trees, rugged cliffs, fine golden sand, and crystal clear waters, it's a perfect spot for swimming and sunbathing.

Discover the historic Preveli Monastery on Crete's south coast. Nestled by the Megalopotamos River and overlooking the Libyan Sea, it played a vital role in Cretan resistance against the Ottoman rule since the 16th century.

Preveli Monastery

Nestled in Crete's heart, Eleftherna is a small village boasting a 4,000-year history and rich cultural heritage. Surrounded by hills and valleys, it offers picturesque scenery and abundant outdoor activities like hiking and cycling.

The Arkadi Monastery, nestled in Crete's heart, holds great religious and cultural importance. A renowned Byzantine-era site, it has been a center of worship and cultural significance for centuries.

Monastery of Arkadi

Akrotiri on Santorini Island, Greece, is a prehistoric site of high archaeological significance. Showcasing Eastern Mediterranean culture dating back to 1650 BCE, it ranks among the Aegean's most crucial historical sites.

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