Safari Tour - Shepherd's Hut and Cheese Making Process

Summary Description

Discover Crete’s stunning views, traditional villages, and shepherd life. Visit a "Mitato" hut, enjoy local food, explore Milopotamos, and off-road routes, then experience Cretan hospitality in Axos village before returning to Rethymnon. 

Highlights
  • Enjoy the best panoramic view of Psiloritis
  • Safari tour for up to 6 or 8 persons per vehicle
  • Visit an original shepherd’s hut or else “Mitato”
  • Experience live the cheese-making process
  • Lunch with traditional Cretan food and wine
  • Description

    Join us for an unforgettable adventure across Crete, where you'll witness panoramic views, visit charming villages, and experience the life of a traditional Cretan shepherd. In small groups of 6-8 people per vehicle, you’ll explore a “Mitato” shepherd’s hut and immerse yourself in the local way of life. 
    Our journey starts in Rethymnon, heading southeast toward Milopotamos, passing through lush landscapes with fresh aromas and stunning views. We’ll visit the historic Halepa Monastery, which once sheltered Cretan rebels during civil wars.
    Next, we’ll venture off-road toward the Mitato. At the shepherd’s hut, you’ll learn about the shepherd’s lifestyle and the art of cheese-making.
    We’ll conclude our adventure with a delicious lunch at a traditional tavern in Axos village, where you’ll enjoy local food and wine, along with genuine Cretan hospitality. After lunch, take some time to relax with a coffee before we head back to Rethymnon.

    Included / Excluded
    What's Included
    • Free hotel pick up and drop off
    • Premium off-road vehicles (7 or 9 seated)
    • Multilingual escort-drivers
    • Lunch with traditional Cretan food and wine
    • Liability Insurance and local taxes
    What's Not Included
    • Gratuities (optional)
    • Refreshments at the taverna
    • Personal expenses
    Start / End Locations

    Start Location: GS Tours Chania, Episkopou Chrisanthou, Chania, Greece

    Commentary

    Guide : English

    Important Information
    Know Before You Book
    • This tour starts from Chania
    • Free hotel pick up and drop off
    • Liability Insurance and local taxes
    Know Before You Go
    • Children must always be accompanied by an adult
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Alcohol tasting is not allowed for children under 18 years old
    Cancellation

    Cancellation Policy: standard

    Cancellation Cutoff: 24 days

    Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

    Options

    Premium Safari Tour – Explore a Shepherd’s Hut and Cheese Making Process

    RETAIL PRICE
    Adult (13-64 years) €95.00
    Points of interest
    • Milopatamou, Milopatamou, Iraklio 712 01, Greece
    • Axus, Axus 740 51, Greece
    • Terms and Conditions

      Children must always be accompanied by an adult, Not wheelchair accessible, Wine tasting is not allowed for children under 18 years old. Water or fresh orange juice will be offered instead., The company reserves the right to make minor changes in the program when this is considered necessary, for example in case of unfavorable weather conditions. This can be done without prior notice., Reservations must be made 12 hours before the tour. A cancellation must be done 24 hours before the tour for a refund. In case of later cancellations, no refund will be made from the company., If a tour is cancelled due to low participation or bad weather conditions, the company will refund 100% of made payments, In case of allergies, tolerances or food preferences please inform the company in advance.

      Additional Information

      The company reserves the right to make minor changes in the program when this is considered necessary, for example in case of unfavorable weather conditions. This can be done without prior notice., Reservations must be made 12 hours before the tour. A cancellation must be done 24 hours before the tour for a refund. In case of later cancellations, no refund will be made from the company., If a tour is cancelled due to low participation or bad weather conditions, the company will refund 100% of made payments, In case of allergies, tolerances or food preferences please inform the company in advance.