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This will be an unforgettable tasting day for you and your friends exploring the mainland of Chania and discovering the non-touristic locations of Apokoronas province. In a few hours, you’ll have the chance to meet the local producers and taste the pure and authentic delicacies of Crete.
Commencing at a local olive mill, the tour affords you the opportunity to witness the intricacies of olive oil production and gain insights into the craftsmanship of the highest quality olive oil, namely extra virgin. The entire olive oil production process, from harvesting to the palate, promising exquisite tastes and flavors.
Subsequent to the olive mill exploration, the tour extends to the realm of “Tsikoudia” or “Raki” production, the renowned Cretan spirit, through a visit to a local distillery in a traditional village. Both the tour of the time-honored conventional distillery and the contemporary professional one will provide an understanding of the production of this esteemed beverage, culminating in a tasting session.
Through a fantastic route passing by villages of the province, you will arrive in the White mountains’ foothills. In the village of Embrosneros, you will first stop to a bakery to taste the local bread, cookies & biscuits and then to a traditional cheese factory. The secrets of “Graviera”, “Anthotiros” and “Mizithra” cheese will be revealed in front of your eyes. After explaining each cheese’s production, you will taste them combined with local honey and rusk (dry bread).
The last stop will be in a local coffee shop (“Kafeneio”), where the Cretans are also enjoying meals. Incredible flavours and traditional recipes are waiting for you in the charming square of the village of Fres. The customary lunch will immerse you in various facets of Cretan cuisine and gastronomy. It is often said that taste is our most refined sense. Following this tour, your palate will be enriched with new flavors, enhancing your tasting memory.
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Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, garden view and a balcony, Villa Elia by PosarelliVillas is situated in Vryses. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.
This villa features 3 bedrooms, a kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 2 bathrooms fitted with a hot tub.
The villa has a barbecue and a garden.
Archaeological Museum of Rethymno is 29 km from Villa Elia by PosarelliVillas, while Historical – Folklore Museum of Gavalochori is 8.6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 42 km from the accommodation.
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€217
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Located 700 metres away from the peaceful Vryses village and surrounded by olive trees and colorful flowers, Villa Felenia – Private Pool features an outdoor private pool and terrace. The accommodation boasts a spa bath. Rethymno Town is 29 km away and Chania Town is 32 km away. Free private parking is available on site.
All units include a seating and dining area. Some units feature a terrace and/or balcony with mountain views. There is also a kitchen, equipped with a dishwasher, oven and microwave. A toaster, a fridge and stovetop are also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. Towels and bed linen are offered.
Villa Felenia – Private Pool also includes a fitness centre. Free WiFi access is available throughout.
Georgioupolis is 6 km from Villa Felenia – Private Pool, while Marathi is 15 km from the property. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 19 km from the property.
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€384
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An elegant blend of traditional architecture and stylish details, Boutique Villa Petra Amanda features a spa bath and a private swimming pool. Located 200 metres from Maza village, it is 4 km from Vrises Village, where a mini market and taverns are found.
The stone-built Petra II is fitted with beamed ceilings and stone arches, while featuring a wooden attic and a high, terracotta-brick fireplace. It offers 3 separate bedrooms, 4 TVs with satellite channels and a fully equipped kitchen with stove. Guests are benefited with a mini-size golf and a hydro-massage located in the pool.
Set in a well-kept garden with trees and grassy areas, a children’s pool and a sun terrace with sun loungers and umbrellas are available to guests. An outdoor dining area is also offered.
The nearest beach is at a distance of 5 km, while the town of Chania, with its scenic old port is 30 km away. Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport is 45 km away and Rethymno Town is 25 km away. Free WiFi is available in all areas, while free private parking is possible on site.
Boasting pool views, Villa Kalamitsi Luxury Villa in Apokorona Xania offers accommodation with a balcony and a kettle, around 29 km from Archaeological Museum of Rethymno. This villa features a private pool, a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking.
The villa with a terrace and mountain views has 3 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 3 bathrooms with a hot tub. The air-conditioned villa also features a seating area, washing machine and 3 bathrooms with a bath and a shower.
The villa offers a hot tub. If you would like to discover the area, hiking is possible in the surroundings.
Historical – Folklore Museum of Gavalochori is 7.4 km from Villa Kalamitsi Luxury Villa in Apokorona Xania, while Ancient City of Aptera is 21 km from the property. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 38 km from the accommodation.
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