Discover Aptera’s ancient ruins and master Greek calligraphy. Immerse in history, art, and Cretan flavors on this enriching half-day tour.
Discover Aptera’s ancient ruins and master Greek calligraphy. Immerse in history, art, and Cretan flavors on this enriching half-day tour.
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Aptera - This half-day mini group tour in Aptera offers an engaging exploration of the archaeological site, combined with a fun and educational painting and Greek calligraphy workshop. Participants will create their own ancient art to take home.
The journey begins with a guided exploration of the ancient site of Aptera, where visitors can wander…
- Aptera - This half-day mini group tour in Aptera offers an engaging exploration of the archaeological site, combined with a fun and educational painting and Greek calligraphy workshop. Participants will create their own ancient art to take home.
The journey begins with a guided exploration of the ancient site of Aptera, where visitors can wander through Roman ruins, Roman baths, an ancient theater, an old church, and an abandoned monastery, among other historical landmarks.
Following the tour, there is a unique opportunity to join a one-hour workshop led by Lena Septemvri, a Greek calligrapher. Participants will learn the ancient Greek alphabet and practice writing words, phrases, and their names in ancient Greek letters. All supplies are provided.
The final part of the trip includes tasting delicious traditional Cretan food and sweets, and experiencing Cretan hospitality in a village near Aptera.
A small surprise awaits at the end of the tour.
This educational journey offers a comprehensive experience of ancient Cretan culture, extending to contemporary times, and is perfect for anyone eager to gain more from a tour.

- Private transportation
- Lunch
- Water & traditional snacks during the tour
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- All fees and/or taxes
- Guided tour in English
- Painting & Calligraphy supplies
- Private transportation
- Lunch
- Water & traditional snacks during the tour
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- All fees and/or taxes
- Guided tour in English
- Painting & Calligraphy supplies
- Extra food or drinks from the basic menu
- Gratuities
- Extra food or drinks from the basic menu
- Gratuities
You are in for an amazing tour at the historic Aptera site.
After the tour, there is a wonderful chance to paint ancient figures and learn ancient Greek calligraphy, including writing words, phrases, and your name. At the conclusion, you will take home your artwork along with a certificate.
Part 1: Discover the ancient site of Aptera on a half-day tour….
You are in for an amazing tour at the historic Aptera site.
After the tour, there is a wonderful chance to paint ancient figures and learn ancient Greek calligraphy, including writing words, phrases, and your name. At the conclusion, you will take home your artwork along with a certificate.
Part 1: Discover the ancient site of Aptera on a half-day tour. Stroll through the Roman ruins, explore the Roman baths, visit the ancient theater, and see the old church with its abandoned monastery and more.
Part 2: Following the tour, enjoy a one-hour workshop to learn ancient Greek calligraphy with Lena Septemvri, a renowned Greek calligrapher. You will paint ancient figures and be taught the ancient Greek alphabet.
All workshop materials are provided, so there is no need to bring anything.
Part 3: Finally, savor delicious traditional Cretan cuisine and sweets while experiencing the warm Cretan hospitality in a village near Aptera.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.