Full-Day Small-Group Tour in Crete, Hersonissos, Heraklion Prefecture, Greece
Safari Experts Crete jeep tours take you on an off road adventure in all its authenticity, giving you a taste of the Cretan traditional way of life and guide you through the best things you can do in Crete.
We follow trails of history across rugged landscapes, where we’ll witness the island’s natural beauty and wildlife in all its splendor. We will travel back in time, experiencing the genuine hospitality of the locals, who will give you a taste of their everyday life, far away from our modern world.
You will be able to experience yourselves how Cretan villages hold to the traditions while travelling through a gastronomic fairyland that traditional food in Crete has to offer you. After all that said there is only one question left. Are you ready for an unforgettable experience by the best Safari club in Crete.
Description & Instructions When Visiting Hersonissos, Heraklion Prefecture, Greece
Safari Experts Crete jeep tours take you on an off road adventure in all its authenticity, giving you a taste of the Cretan traditional way of life and guide you through the best things you can do in Crete.
We follow trails of history across rugged landscapes, where we’ll witness the island’s natural beauty and wildlife in all its splendor. We will travel back in time, experiencing the genuine hospitality of the locals, who will give you a taste of their everyday life, far away from our modern world.
You will be able to experience yourselves how Cretan villages hold to the traditions while travelling through a gastronomic fairyland that traditional food in Crete has to offer you. After all that said there is only one question left. Are you ready for an unforgettable experience by the best Safari club in Crete.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Potamies, Potamies, Crete
Starting from your hotel we head to “Potamies” an Authentic Cretan village.There we will make our first stop, in a traditional mitato where we will meet a local shepherd with his family. We will see how the cheese is made after first milking the milk from the goats and then we will learn how the flour is made in the traditional herromily. Those who wish can taste from the traditional products of the shepherd, such as cheese, raki and oil.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Aposelemis Dam, Chersonisos, Potamies, Crete 700 05 Greece
Sfendili the sunken village or the Cretan Atlantis
Duration: 15 minutes
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Gorge of Embasa-Virgin Mary, Chersonisos 700 05, Greece
Then we will start our ascent using dirt roads, we will pass through the gorge Of “Ebassas”. The view of the imposing mountains and the wild beauty of nature will reward you. At the short stop, the guide will collect various local herbs (oregano, thyme, sage) as the Cretans used to do.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Windmills Of Lasithi Plateau, Οροπεδίο Λασιθίου, Tzermiado, Crete 841 00 Greece
These stone structures fitted with white sails turned with the wind and drew water from the ground to irrigate the crops. During its heydays, Lasithi Plateau had over 10,000 windmills
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Cave of Zeus, Main Road, Plati, Crete 842 01 Greece
Our next stop is on the Lassithi plateau where you will have free time for coffee or optionally to visit the impressive cave of Zeus (any drinks ,food and ticket to the cave not included).
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Limnakaro, Lasithi Plateau 720 52, Greece
We will follow a beautiful route enjoying impressive views, and passing through the monastery of Agia Anna we will stop at the Plateau Limnocanaro at an altitude of 1250m. From this point you can see all Lassithi and you will definitely take impressive photos, as the view will take your breath away.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Ano Kera, Ano Kera, Crete
Immediately after we will enjoy delicious authentic food, baked in the wood oven in one of the best traditional taverns.
Including Food with wine and water.
Please let us know if you have any food allergies or special dietary needs
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Platanus Tree, Main Square, Krasi, Crete 700 05 Greece
The last stop will be in the traditional village of Krasi, reaching the village square, one will see the three huge planees and Vryses dominate. Among them stands the largest and perennial plane tree aged 2400 years.
Duration: 10 minutes
Duration: 8 to 9 hours
Starts: Hersonissos, Greece
Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Day Trips
