Rethymnon Old Town Private Walking guided Tour in Crete Greece
Overview
Discover the charm of Rethymno’s Old Town with your local licensed guide!
Begin at the Venetian Harbor (13th c.) and admire the 19th-century Egyptian Lighthouse. Stroll through cobbled alleys rich in Venetian and Ottoman heritage.
See the Venetian Loggia, the Rimondi Fountain, and the Neratze Mosque. Visit a local music shop for a brief intro to Cretan music instruments and a traditional workshop where baklava and kataifi, filo pastry, are made.
Stop at the small but historic Church of the Little Virgin Mary and hear an introduction to Orthodox traditions.
Though we won’t enter the Fortezza, your guide will share its dramatic past of pirate raids and Ottoman sieges, infront of it's walls..
This tour blends history, culture, and the spirit of Crete in one unforgettable walk. NOTICE; Although your guide, Nicholas, speaks several languages, this tour is offered only in English, German, and Swedish.
What's Included
- Walking guided tour and sightseeing in Rethymno’s Old Town with a licensed local guide.
- We only view the Fortezza Fortress from the outside, so no entrance fee is required.
Meeting Location
Rethimno 741 31
Greece
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Rethymnon Old Town
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Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- During the tour, we will be entering a Greek Orthodox church, although not during a religious ceremony. an appropriate attire is still recommended.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- Walking guided tour and sightseeing in Rethymno’s Old Town with a licensed local guide.
- We only view the Fortezza Fortress from the outside, so no entrance fee is required.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Rethymnon Old Town Private Walking guided Tour in Crete Greece is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Rethymnon Old Town Private Walking guided Tour in Crete Greece will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Walking guided tour and sightseeing in Rethymno’s Old Town with a licensed local guide.
- We only view the Fortezza Fortress from the outside, so no entrance fee is required.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- During the tour, we will be entering a Greek Orthodox church, although not during a religious ceremony. an appropriate attire is still recommended.
