Villa "Alkistis" is 3,5 km from the village "Platanes", where you can find many shops, bars and traditional restaurants.

The visit to the medieval village "Maroulas", 2,5 km distance from the villa, and to the historical monastery of Arcadi, 14 km distance from the villa, will offer you unforgettable experience except the wonderful ride.

The villages "Aghia Paraskevi" and "Adele" can be included in your local tours, situated 400 m and 800 m from the villa.

"Alkistis" is 8,5 km from Rethymno, a town which successfully combines the old and the new.
A walk to the old town makes you never forget the Venetian port, the famous castle - Fortezza -, the Turkish minarets, the lanes and the traditional buildings.

During the "Regeneration Festival" you have also the opportunity to watch concerts and qualitative performances.