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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Combine a unique guided Jeep tour in White Mountains of Crete with panoramic views, traditional Cretan villages, learn the history and the traditions of the Island, and find out all about the lifestyle of a Cretan shepherd by exploring an original shepherd’s hut. Enjoy the unique view of Chania from above 1350m and meet the wildlife of Crete by the help of our 4x4 Jeeps, driven by expert English speaking escorts.
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Traditional lunch
Transport by all-terrain vehicle with local driver-guide
Local taxes and insurance
Drinks
Gratuities
Infants are not allowed
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
Your centrally located hotel in Chania or Kalyves.
White Mountains (Lefka Ori), Greece Our amazing off-road adventure starts after crossing the valley full of orange trees, avocado’s and vegetables gardens. Climbing up the foot of White Mountains and passing through Cretan villages getting the feeling of mountainous Crete we arrive in our coffee stop to enjoy our morning break. Coffee or mountain tea will be offered for free to our guests enjoying the village life far away from mass tourism. Continuing our tour following the off road route up to the shepherd’s hut “Mitato” far away from touristic areas, where only a 4 wheel driver can approach, you will enjoy the magnificent panoramic view of northern Crete and, If we are lucky ... eagles and wild goats will show up and give us a very good reason for some extra photo stops.
A small rocky road will lead us up to our trip’s highest point 1350 meters in altitude in the heart of White Mountains of Crete, where you will find out all about the lifestyle of a shepherd, where the famous Cretan “Graviera” cheese was produced and explore an original Shepherd's hut "Mitato".
On our way back we will enjoy the best panoramic view of Chania from above until we arrive at Therisso village and working up an appetite we visit a small traditional family Cretan tavern where we will be welcomed by the owner, to introduce us to Cretan cuisine with plenty of food, wine and warm Cretan hospitality.
After our lunch break we will follow the road through the amazing gorge of Therisso that will lead us to the city of Chania 480 minutes
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please wear comfortable shoes and bring sun screen and your camera
Maximum capacity for each vehicle of 8 adults
Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
Child seats are available; please request them at time of booking
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Catherine_F
11 Apr 2024
The guide Olga was brilliant, really made the trip. The trip was excellent, would recommend. Great lunch too.
Katri_K
23 Oct 2023
Great trip, our driver taught us alot about Crete, it's history and customs. I would recommend the trip to anyone who wants more from a holiday than beaches and beer.
496marvini
20 Oct 2023
Tour guides, locations, and meal were amazing!! But NOT the jeep vehicles!
Vehicles were smoking very badly and smelled of engine exhaust the entire time even with windows open. I had a headache and nausea which are both signs of carbon monoxide poisoning.
The company also crammed too many passengers into each vehicle 7 or 8 people! Our small group was crammed into 3 vehicles when it should have been 4 vehicles. The very back seats were the worst and facing inward. None of the seats except the very front allowed passengers to view outside. The seats were too high. The rear seats offer nearly zero views of anything being pointed out along the way. Celebrity Cruises must not use this company until they upgrade the vehicles so we can see and aren’t raking carbon monoxide poisoning. The poor vehicles and being crammed so many people in one vehicle really ruined what otherwise was a wonderful tour!
This tour in
Crete
is organized by
Cretan Holidays
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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