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Full-Day Land Rover Safari from Heraklion: Explore Minoan Route & Cretan Mountains with Lunch
Participate in this 8-hour guided tour through the Cretan mountains and explore the marvels of the Minoan Route. Visit historical landmarks such as an ancient Roman aqueduct and the Greek Mythology Theme Park. Relish a traditional snack accompanied by ‘raki’ in the village of Kastamonitsa, and savor a Cretan-style lunch at a local tavern in Lassithi.
Participate in this 8-hour guided tour through the Cretan mountains and explore the marvels of the Minoan Route. Visit historical landmarks such as an ancient Roman aqueduct and the Greek Mythology Theme Park. Relish a traditional snack accompanied by ‘raki’ in the village of Kastamonitsa, and savor a Cretan-style lunch at a local tavern in Lassithi.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Sfendili - Sfendili, the forgotten village on the island of Crete.
- Greek Mythology Thematic Park - This park, dedicated to Greek mythology, is situated in the village of Psychro within the Municipality of Lassithi Plateau. It is near the Dikteo Cave, which, according to myth, is the birthplace of Zeus, the god of the ancient Greeks. The park…
- Sfendili - Sfendili, the forgotten village on the island of Crete.
- Greek Mythology Thematic Park - This park, dedicated to Greek mythology, is situated in the village of Psychro within the Municipality of Lassithi Plateau. It is near the Dikteo Cave, which, according to myth, is the birthplace of Zeus, the god of the ancient Greeks. The park features themes related to Greek mythology, the Minoan civilization, and the rural life of Crete.
- Lassithi Plateau - The Lassithi Plateau is a high endorheic plateau located in the Lassithi regional unit in eastern Crete, Greece.
- Platanus Tree - In the village square of Krasi, there are three plane trees, which are the village’s trademarks. The most significant is the platan in the center of the square, renowned as the oldest and most majestic plane tree in Crete.
What's Included
- Lunch included
- Knowledgeable driver/guide
- Complimentary bottled water
- Local taxes covered
- No surcharges on fuel
- Convenient hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- Lunch included
- Knowledgeable driver/guide
- Complimentary bottled water
- Local taxes covered
- No surcharges on fuel
- Convenient hotel/port pickup and drop-off
What's Not Included
- Greek Mytholgy Theme Park Entrance Fee 6 Euro
- Greek Mytholgy Theme Park Entrance Fee 6 Euro
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Keely74
Aug 18, 2025
Excellent way to see Crete - Amazing safari off roading with Nicos. He was a brilliant guide so informative and full of knowledge about Crete. The off roading was a little hairy in places for us but he had it under control! The food was amazing, so healthy and fresh absolutely delicious. A lovely way to get out of the hotel and see Crete. The goats were friendly too. Thank you Nicos. Highly recommend.
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Poussingaurelie
Aug 15, 2025
Day in the mountains at the top - Great day in the mountains. Our French-speaking Gregory mistletoe was on top with a lot of humor. Meal more than correct and very hearty. I recommend this excursion!
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467evelyner
Aug 14, 2025
4x4 - Thank you Gregory, great day from start to finish! 😀The best guide to visit and learn about Crete. Long live Cretans!
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342melodyp
Aug 13, 2025
Excellent experience to do - The Gregory guide is friendly, very good knowledge of the ridge. Discovery of the gastronomy and Cretan religion. I recommend++. Meeting with the villagers and tasting local products.
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Sarahlousouthwales
Aug 13, 2025
Amazing day trip - Amazing day, it was such a lovely day. Our driver and guide Gary is so lovely and made the day awesome.
It was so interesting and we really enjoyed the trip. Gary was very knowledgeable and good fun. Would definitely recommend
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Sonnyj861
Aug 12, 2025
Authentic - We had a great day and tour with Geoff as our driver. A true snd authentic guy who knows Crete and the story, its people and culture. Caring also for the small details. And on top, Lots of great “british” humour. Great arrangement with another group and a greek dutchspeaking guide. Including super local tasting, olives, raki etc and great lunch. We loved the tour and 8 hours disappeared with a blink of an eye. Can highly recommend it. Cheers from Lydia and Sonny from The Netherlands
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Q7465ufolafs
Aug 12, 2025
An amazing family excursion with crete highlights and adventure - A great trip, well worth it... so much to see and experience, the kids 9 & 11 loved it as much as we did, and our guide/driver/new friend Saki Tzou was just perfect. Informative, fun, always helpful and what a great sense of "Gastreundschaft" and "Erinnerungswert" he possesses and facilitated. If you can, request him as your driver!!!
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Ludovicru3857ym
Aug 10, 2025
Very nice experience - We spent a very pleasant day in the Cretan mountain, the view was beautiful, the lunch was excellent and our driver Grégory was very friendly, he gave us a lot of information about Cretan life and customs, it was very interesting.
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W3160xxsarahb
Aug 10, 2025
Safari with Grégory - Very nice day in 4x4 with Gregory our Francophone guide who knew how to discover the secrets of Cretan villages. Very nice guide who answered all our questions with kindness and humor. Smooth driving through the mountains where you have taken the time to discover the flora and fauna.
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Suegriffiths
Aug 15, 2025
Really enjoyed the experience but could be better. - Geoff who acted as guide and driver was hugely knowledgeable, personable and enthusiastic. We particularly loved being on top of a mountain watching the vultures and an eagle hovering overhead. Lunch was delicious and there was plenty of wine. However, the jeep is really too small for 8 adults and it is hard to see the view if you are in the back. A visit to the cave of Zeus was advertised as part of the trip but was closed and has been and will be for some time. Geoff’s fascinating commentary meant we still enjoyed the experience and would recommend going.
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