Mountains of Crete 4x4 sunset safari with dinner
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Mountains of Crete 4x4 sunset safari with dinner

4.8/5
Excellent
Based on 213 reviews
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£73.00
Free cancellation
Language: German, English, French, Dutch
Printed ticket only
Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours

This experience meets the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria. By choosing this experience you can protect the places you love, care for the environment and support local communities.

Why you’ll love this…
  • A thrilling off-road adventure in the Cretan mountains at sunset
  • You'll try traditional raki in the rustic village of Kastamonitsa
  • There's a stop for panoramic views across the Lassithi Plateau
  • Authentic flavours await at a Cretan-style meal in a local taverna
  • Your local expert guide has an unrivalled knowledge of Crete
What to expect

Off-road adventures don't get more fun than this. On this evening tour, you'll buckle up for a thrilling ride through the Cretan mountains, taking in villages, landmarks and more. What's more, there'll be a traditional dinner at a local taverna waiting for you. Vaggelis, one of our local expert guides, says 'Lassithi Plateau was said to be the birthplace of Zeus, the king of the Greek gods. According to legend, his mother, Rhea, hid the newborn in a cave on the plateau to protect him from being devoured by his father. It's one of the best places in Crete to grab a bird's-eye view of the north'.

It all starts the moment you hop aboard your 4x4 and head for the mountains. You'll stop by Aposelemis basin reservoir and ancient Roman aqueducts, before following the path to the village of Kastamonitsa. Here, you'll be greeted with a tipple of fiery raki. Vaggelis says, 'After the grape harvest, the leftover skins, seeds, and stems are fermented and then distilled to produce raki, a tradition that many Cretan families proudly maintain'.

You'll continue along the Minoan path, taking in the wildlife and scenery while learning all about local mythology and history. You'll stop for a glass of sweet, sparkling wine and admire Lassithi Plateau, as well as its iconic views. And once you've built up an appetite, you'll head to a local taverna for a traditional Cretan-style dinner with unlimited wine. Finally, as night draws in, you'll head back down the mountain roads, taking in the moonlit coastline and the twinkling lights of towns and villages.

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What's included
  • check Dinner
  • check Driver/ Guide
  • check 4x4 tour
  • check Local delicacy tasting
  • check Snack and a glass of sweet wine
What to remember
  • Pick-ups are available from following regions: Ammoudara, Heraklion,Karteros, Kokkini Hani, Gournes, Gouves, Analipsi, Anissaras, Hersonissos, Stalida, Malia and Sissy. If you don't see the option to add a hotel for pick up, please provide the details at the checkout.
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Provider
TUI Hellas Travel, Tourism and Airlines SA, with Tax Number 094469778 and Travel License Number 0261Ε60000126100
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.8/5

Based on 213 reviews from verified customers

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  • Chrisi

    From United States of America - August 2025

    Travelled with family

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Darek

    From United States of America - August 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Andreas

    From United States of America - August 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Es war ein ganz toller Ausflug! Unser Fahrer Costa kannte sich top aus und konnte uns viel erzählen über das Leben auf Kreta und das Wissen, das sich ...

  • Kinga

    From United States of America - August 2025

    Travelled with family

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Jonas (Copilot)

    From United States of America - August 2025

    Travelled with family

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Wir würden herzlich von unserem Fahrer am Hotel abgeholt und empfangen. Die Tour war sehr interessant und gut verständlich (auf deutsch). Unser Fahrer ...

  • Melissa

    From United States of America - August 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

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