ARCHANES – PEZA – HERAKLION

This trip will allows you to see some local culture on the island of Crete.

We will visit a winery in the Peza Valley and then Archanes, which is considered one of the most picturesque villages in Crete.

After meeting your guide,we will visit the Valley of Peza which is located between the mountains of Dikti and Psiloritis. This valley is the home of the wine-making industry on the island of Crete. While in the valley, you will stop at a local winery to enjoy a tour and wine tasting.

Next, you will visit Archanes, a small village which has been lovingly restored to its original beauty. It has been voted by the European Union to be named one of the “Best Village Restoration Efforts”. The village is nestled at the base of Yiouchta Mountain, where legend says the god Zeus was buried. Once you are in the village you can relax, while experiencing the famous Cretan hospitality and enjoy a light lunch in a traditional Greek taverna, which is included.

After visiting Archanes your guide will take you back to Heraklion.