4x4 mountains and sea south coast route in Crete
4x4 mountains and sea south coast route in Crete
4x4 mountains and sea south coast route in Crete
4x4 mountains and sea south coast route in Crete
4x4 mountains and sea south coast route in Crete
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4x4 mountains and sea south coast route in Crete

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Depart from Heraklion
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Service languages: English, German, French, Russian
Duration: 480 mins
Available from Oct 26
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Free cancellation by 00:00, 1 day before the date of use
From
US$72.74

Highlights

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
Itinerary

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.