Top Crete Safaris - page 2

Prepare for a captivating journey through Northwest Crete’s breathtaking landscapes and traditional villages with our Premium Sunset Safari Tour. Designed for intimate groups of 6 to 8 per vehicle, this adventure spans 4-5 hours, promising panoramic views, cultural immersion, and a delightful light dinner in a traditional Cretan family tavern . * Semi-private tour up to 6 or 8 persons per vehicle * Sunset panoramic view of Chania * Uncharted off-road routes in non-touristic areas * Traditional villages * Enjoy a traditional Cretan meze platter paired with a glass of wine

Make the most of your time on Crete and venture off the beaten path on this half-day off-road vineyard and winery shore excursion. Enjoy convenient port pickup and go off-road through the Vatolakos Hills. Enjoy views of the northern Crete landscape and visit Manousakis Vineyards and Winery for a tour and wine tasting.

Explore the rugged and wild side of Crete on the off-road adventure tour. Travel comfortably in a Land Rover high up into the Dikti mountain range. By going on an organized tour, you won’t have to worry about getting lost in unmarked rural areas and an experienced driver drives with confidence on the mountain roads. When you’ve worked up an appetite, a delicious local Cretan lunch in a taverna is provided.

Reach places on Crete that most day tours can’t with this full-day sightseeing excursion in a 4WD vehicle. After pickup, spend the day exploring the island and getting to know the local culture and history: Visit the “sunken village” in Aposelemis Dam, the Cave of Zeus, the Windmills of Lasithi Plateau, traditional villages, and other secluded places.

Discover the smells, tastes, and sights of Crete on a personalized, small-group tasting tour via 4WD vehicle. Explore with a driver and visit the Olive Tree Museum of Vouves; sample wines and olive oils at Anoskeli Winery Olive Mill while learning more about the wine- and oil-making processes; savor lunch with dessert at the Milia Mountain Retreat; and view the Topolia Gorge.

Get a taste of traditional Cretan life by setting off on this off-road 4WD adventure to local villages off the usual tourist trail. The tour introduces you to a local shepherd who shows you how cheese is made, followed by foraging wild herbs, wandering lush vegetable gardens, and creating ceramics at a pottery studio. Cooking classes and a tasty local lunch with wine and water are included.

Explore Crete’s mountains and countryside by Polaris ATV (all-terrain vehicle) on a 4-hour buggy expedition from Rethymno. Traveling on- and off-road, rumble up mountains and through gorges and shallow rivers to experience the island’s wild side. Pause for photos, visit medieval villages, look for wildlife, and stop for snacks, including coffee at a lakeside coffee house. Choose a morning or afternoon departure, with equipment, instructions, and central Rethymno or Rethymno hotel pickup included.

Experience the quiet side of Crete with this all-day Land Rover tour to some of the island’s most beautiful and hidden places. Those who are short on time and eager to get away from the crowds will appreciate this budget-friendly, all-inclusive outing that visits waterfalls, herb farms, and ancient olive groves and includes lunch at a local taverna, a nature hike, and swimming in a cool spring.

Explore the White Mountains of Crete on this group safari tour which takes you to Cretan villages, too. You’ll learn about the island’s history and traditions from your guide, while you have an off-road adventure through orchards and into the foothills. Convenient pickup from your port is provided, so no need to organize this yourself. You’ll also keep costs down by booking this group tour.

Get off the beaten track into Crete's rugged heartlands in small, personalized groups with a driver. See the Sebronas Gorge and hear the village's dramatic history; see an authentic Cretan Samaria Gorge National Park—and maybe even meet the shepherds; taste different Cretan wines; and savor a restaurant lunch. For ease, your day includes round-trip transfers direct from many Chania area hotels.

Join this small group tour, max 15, and watch the sunset over Crete with this jeep tour. Before the sunset you’ll have an off-road jeep experience crossing the hinterland, passing traditional settlements and taking in the natural landscape. You’ll end the ride in Karfi, a magical place to watch the sun go down. Enjoy an included Cretan dinner with wine and water.

Explore Crete’s diverse palm forests, gorges, and beaches on a full-day Land Rover safari with a guide to reveal the best of the island’s scenery and culture. Rumble along remote roads, passing landmarks like Prassano Gorge and Potamon Dam, and stopping to swim in the Libyan Sea. Get a taste of Cretan country life when you visit traditional villages like Spili, and enjoy a local tavern lunch with ambience to spare.

This tour is a special way to discover the countryside of Crete in a top buggy! You will experience the ultimate adventure, crossing gorges, in a breathtaking manner and being guided to places you have never been. It doesn't matter if you have never driven a buggy before as the vehicles are user-friendly, and everybody will get a detailed instruction and practice on the spot before we start our tour. What makes our tour unique is the fact that we will reach the most hidden spots on the island where we meet the friendly locals. Get on board on the two-seater buggy with your partner and cruise along the endless rural roads of Crete with its amazing landscape. We will wait for you!

Maximize time in Crete with a half-day private tour of Chania and its surroundings. Get picked up at your hotel or chosen location in Chania and set out on a sightseeing tour focused on local history and heritage. See top landmarks including the Old Venetian Harbor, Lighthouse of Chania, Firkas Fortress, and Hassan Pascha Mosque. Get to know Chania's Old Town and the many cultures that influenced its character.

Discover the enchantment of our Rethymno Sunset Tour. Embrace nature's wonders as you journey through hills, villages, and valleys. Experience Cretan hospitality in the Venetian Pikris village, glimpse the past at Arkadi Monastery, and enjoy the breathtaking sunset with a glass of wine from the top of the mountain. Indulge in a Cretan-style riverside meal (vegetarian option available) at Limnokastro taverna, surrounded by ancient trees. A blend of culture, history, and flavors await. Join us for a truly unforgettable Rethymno sunset experience.

Escape the tourist trail and spend a day exploring off the beaten track beauty near Georgioupolis. By traveling in a Land Rover, you’ll be able to access off-road sites that you wouldn’t discover otherwise. Visit incredible archaeological sites, traditional villages, and secluded beaches. If you work up an appetite, you won’t have to research where to eat as a delicious lunch in a family tavern is included. The tour will also take you to a winery, an olive oil factory, a castle, and multiple historical sites.

Through this route you will discover the wild side of South Crete and will arrive at one of the best beaches of Crete with clear water Οur first stop is the village of Patsides where we will have the opportunity to know the way produced cretan honey will try traditional raki and local delicacies also we will admire the cretan Herbs and taste traditional flavors in jams and local delicacies! In the follow-through of a beautiful route We arrive at Archanes Traditional village where will have free time to know to admire the traditional architecture up close and to feel the hospitality After we will drive a amazing off road in asterousia and climb to an altitude of 850 meters Here begins to seem the wild side of South Crete and real landscapes are gorgeous and dreamy Crossing the beautiful gorge we find ourselves in one of the best beaches of Crete with clear waters Here enjoying an amazing meal and we get our swim

Travelers to Crete tend to stick to the well-worn paths between major towns and attractions, like Knossos and Rethymnon. This tour, operated using a four-wheeled all-terrain-vehicle, unlocks the Cretan backroads and off-road trails. See parts of Crete that most visitors to the island miss, steal a glimpse into local life away from the main tourist routes and learn how the storied past of the Melidoni Cave stretches back through time.

Rethymno is full of beachside roads, small streets, and parkland perfect for bike trips. This guided bike tour covers the best of the area roughly three to five hours of sightseeing. Highlights include visiting the Arkadi Monastery, Chromonastiri’s churches, Roussospiti’s Venetian buildings, Rethymno’s Old Town, and more. The price of this tour includes a bike, helmet, lock, and refreshments.

Get a little wild on Crete thanks to this full-day excursion exploring the island’s unpopulated mountains, small villages, legendary caves, and forgotten paths. Travel off road by 4x4 as you traverse the rugged mountain terrain, stopping to visit a shepard’s ‘mitato’ (inn), tasting local cheese, and exploring the agrarian ways of life on the isolated Lassithi Plateau. Round-trip hotel transport and 3-course lunch are included.

Explore the Cretan coastline from a standup paddleboard on this guided tour around beautiful Marathi Bay. After a short instruction and safety lesson, head out into the bay, exploring smaller islets, diving spots, and a small cave system along the way. Stop from time to time to swim with the marine life or catch your breath on the beach. This tour is good for all ages and experience levels, a great way to enjoy time with friends and family on the water.

Discover a side of Crete that few other visitors get to experience—and enjoy a more personalized way to travel—on this private, full-day Jeep safari tour. After pickup from your Chania hotel, head into nature and off-road as you drive through the White Mountains, spot the Samaria Gorge, and more. In between, visit wine and olive oil producers, discover a 3,000-year-old olive tree, enjoy a traditional local lunch, and more.

The best way to explore Crete is by boat, and this half-day cruise from Hersonissos visits St. George's Bay and the small towns of Malia and Stalis. Set sail aboard a traditional pirate ship, ideal for younger travelers; stop to swim and snorkel at the island’s beaches and bays; spot dolphins and sea turtles along the coast; and tuck into a delicious BBQ lunch on board.

Crete’s rugged landscapes define the island, and getting off-road is the best way to explore them. Your quad safari begins with a safety briefing and test ride at Adventure Beyond Chania before you explore olive groves, ancient ruins, hidden beaches, and coastal views in a small group. No experience is necessary as your guide provides safety gear including helmet and leads the way. Choose between solo or tandem ATVs.