RTH01. Explore Shepherd’s Hut and Cheese Making Process

Apithano Honey Factory & Village Charms: Starting from Rethymnon, the tour heads southeast, stopping at Apithano Honey Factory for a guided tour and tastings. Drive through Milopotamos and traditional villages, immersed in lush greenery and captivating views.

Halepa Monastery & Scenic Splendor: Discover Halepa Monastery, offering breathtaking views of Crete’s peaks and valleys. Learn about its history as a refuge for rebels during civil wars, capturing stunning snapshots in this picturesque setting.

Shepherd’s Life, the Enigmatic ‘’Mitato’’ Hut: Ascend an off-road trail to ‘’Mitato,’’ the traditional shepherd’s hut. Gain insights into shepherd life, cheese-making, and perhaps spot wild eagles and goats, perfect for memorable photos.

Axos Village Tavern: Journey to Axos village for authentic Cretan cuisine at a traditional tavern. Indulge in local delicacies and experience Cretan warmth. Enjoy leisurely coffee before returning to Rethymnon.

This tour encapsulates Crete’s essence—culture, vistas, and gastronomy—providing a memorable glimpse of the island’s charm and hospitality in a day-long adventure.

RTH01. Explore Shepherd’s Hut and Cheese Making Process, Itinerary

08:30 - 09:45: Pickups (1 h 15 min)
09:45 - 10:00: Drive to Melidoni village (15 minutes)
10:00 - 10:45: Honey museum visit (45 minutes)
10:45 - 11:25: Drive to Halepa Monastery (40 minutes)
11:25 - 11:45: Monastery visit (20 minutes)
11:45 - 12:00: Drive to Axos Gorge photo stop (off-road) (15 minutes)
12:00 - 12:10: Axos Gorge Vultures photo stop (off-road) (10 minutes)
12:10 - 12:15: Drive to the Shepherd's Hut (5 minutes)
12:15 - 13:30: Shepherd’s Hut & cheesemaking stop (1 h 15 min)
13:30 - 13:35: Drive to Axos Village (5 minutes)
13:35 - 15:00: Lunch Stop (1 h 25 min)
15:00 - 15:40: Drive back to pick up points (40 minutes)

*Time schedules may vary depending on group size and weather conditions

**Highlights
Enjoy Cretan Villages and the best panoramic view of Psiloritis Peak
Visit a honey factory and taste local honey
Visit an original shepherd’s hut or else “Mitato”
Experience a live the cheese making process and taste local cheese
Lunch with traditional Cretan platters
Embark on semi private safari tour for up to 6 or 8 persons per vehicle

**Pick up times per area

8:30 Georgioupoli
8:35 Kavros
9:00 Rethymnon
9:15 Platanias
9:25 Adelianos Kambos
9:30 Stavromenos
9:45 Panormos
Tour starts at 10:00 am
Pick up will be outside the hotel that guests are staying

**Price Includes
Free hotel pick up and drop off
Premium off-road vehicles (7 or 9 seater) driven by multilingual escort-drivers
Lunch with traditional Cretan platters
Entrance fees for Honey factory and tastings
A visit to an original shepherd’s hut “Mitato” and cheese making process
Liability Insurance and local taxes

**Price Does Not Include
Coffee or beers or refreshments in tavern
Gratuities

**Don't Forget
Don’t forget your comfortable shoes, for example trekking shoes or sandals, camera, sun protection, etc. During spring and autumn, we advise you to bring a jacket.

The trip is not recommended to people suffering from car sickness, having mobility or kinetic or back problems, pregnant women or for children younger than 7 years old as we don't provide baby seats, or people taller than 195 cm or heavier than 130 kg. Alcohol consumption is not allowed to minors under age of 18 years old. Uncharted Escapes reserves the right to make minor changes in the program when considered necessary, for example, in case of unfavourable weather conditions. This can be done without any prior notice.

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