Activities

4x4 mountains and sea south coast route in Crete

from

£81.00

Free cancellation

Language: English, French, German, Russian, Dutch

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: 8 hours

Wheelchair accessible

Instant confirmation

Guided tour

Local touch

Meal included

Smaller group size

Subject expert guide

E-Voucher

Why you’ll love this…

You'll have the option to visit one of Crete's top wineries with a tasting of distinctive local varieties
There's time to explore the village of Matala with its colourful hippie heritage from the 60s and 70s
You can swim at the iconic beach or explore the famous cliffside caves where hippies once lived
Your experience includes a traditional Cretan lunch at a local taverna with regional specialities

What to expect

Discover the essence of South Crete on a premium, fully guided journey in a 4x4 vehicle with air-conditioning and spacious seating. Your day begins with an optional visit to one of the island’s top wineries, nestled in the heart of Crete. Here, you can add a tasting experience to savour distinctive local varieties and learn the stories and traditions that shape Cretan wine.

Next, you'll travel to the village of Matala, once a haven for the hippie community of the 1960s and 70s. Its free-spirited past still lingers in the colourful alleys, relaxed atmosphere, and iconic beach. Enjoy a refreshing swim, soak in the laid-back vibe, or step inside the cliffside caves where the hippies once lived.

A traditional Cretan lunch follows in a local taverna, prepared with fresh regional ingredients and accompanied by wine.

The experience concludes with a scenic route that showcases the diverse landscapes of southern Crete. This tour blends local flavours, wine culture, nature and Cretan hospitality into one memorable day.

What's included

Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Driver guide
Food and drinks
Child seat

What's not included

Wine tasting
Personal expenses

Where

Meeting point:

Hotel pick-up and drop-off are available in the wider areas of Sissi, Malia, Stalis, Hersonissos – Koutouloufari – Piskopiano, Anissaras – Analipsi, Gouves – Kokkini Hani, Heraklion, Amoudara. You'll indicate your pick-up address at checkout. Please be ready in your hotel lobby 10 minutes prior to departure. Kindly present your voucher to the driver.

What to remember

Not allowed:

Drinking, eating, and smoking are not allowed inside the vehicles

Extra fees to be paid on-site:

You can add an optional wine tour for €11 to be paid on the spot

Know in advance:

Pick-up time is between 8.00 am and 9.00 am, and drop-off time is between 4:30 pm and 5:00 pm. The exact time will be confirmed by the local partner one day before the tour
In case the participant does not appear at the pick-up point the reservation is considered invalid, and no refund may be authorised
The use of the seat belt is mandatory
A baby seat is required for safety reasons for infants ages 0-1 (please inform the local partner in advance if you need one). A child booster can be requested for ages 2-11

Remember to bring:

Comfortable shoes and a hat
Swimsuit, sea towels, sunscreen, and sunglasses
A camera

Provider

SAFARI EXPERTS CRETE

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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