Top Crete Bike Rentals

Hike the Samaria Gorge and focus on the scenery while a guide takes care of the logistics. This day trip from Heraklion covers everything you need: round-trip transport direct from your hotel, a guide to walk with you on a preplanned route, and even a swim stop at Agia Roumeli beach. Note that the hike route is rocky and steep in places, but the valley views make the effort worthwhile.

The Samaria Gorge is one of Crete's most beautiful natural landmarks, but it's also a challenging hike. Make exploring simpler, all thanks to this full-day tour. Round-trip transit from your hotel takes the hassle out of getting there (entry fee and boat ride own expense), and you can traverse the gorge in safety with a professional mountain guide. Along the way, admire the rugged White Mountains and soak up the scenery.

Experience adventure and magnificent scenery in one hassle-free outing on this small-group all-terrain vehicle (ATV) safari from Georgioupolis, Kalyves and Almyrida. After hotel transfer or meet-up at Georgioupolis, get instructions and board your 2-seater ATV to explore the rugged hills and mountains. Follow your guide along zig-zagging roads, gorges and tracks, roar across rivers, and take in views and traditional villages as you hear stories of local culture you'd miss otherwise. Equipment, snacks and a choice of departures are included.

Spend time outdoors and check off more landmarks in western Crete than a walking tour with this guided e-bike adventure. The e-bike, helmet, and lock rental are all included, which saves time organizing your own rentals, and a guide is with you throughout the tour to make sure you don’t get lost. As well as traditional villages, the tour always showcases rugged coastlines and spectacular scenery you'd likely miss otherwise.

Creating each pot is a unique moment. The ability that clay gives you from a piece of amorphous matter to create objects that will make everyday life more beautiful give it invaluable value. The hours I go to the atelier are for me a source of energy and relaxation, and that’s what I’m looking for those who visit my atelier. The workshop is located 16 kilometres from Heraklion ( acces only with car ), in a unique location in the nature, with a spectacular view of Cretan mountains. The area around offers many opportunities for walking and visiting the nearby villages.

Ensure a smooth departure from Crete by booking your one-way private transfer from Heraklion City to Heraklion Airport. Rate includes meet and greet, toll and parking charges, taxes, VAT, tips and gratuities, and one standard suitcase per passenger. Choose from vehicle for up to three or eight passengers, then sit back, relax, and enjoy a hassle-free transfer to the airport.

With its sheer walls and tight passageways, the Samaria Gorge is one of Crete’s most striking natural wonders. With this tour, all the logistics are taken care of so all you need do is complete the challenging 10-mile (18-kilometer) hike. Set off from Chania in early morning and arrive at the trailhead ahead of the crowds. After the guided hike, board a boat back to Chora Sfakion, then a bus back to Chania.