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

4.3/5
Excellent
6 reviews
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$109.00
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
  • The journey features a scenic route showcasing the diverse landscapes of southern Crete
What to expect

Discover the essence of South Crete on a journey where wine, coast, and culture take centre stage. 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.

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What's included
  • check Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
  • check Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • check Driver guide
  • check Food and drinks
  • check Child seat
What's not included
  • x_not_included Wine tasting
  • x_not_included 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
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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.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.3 /5

Based on 6 reviews from verified customers

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  • T

    Tamara

    Verified booking

    5
    August 1, 2025

    Traveled with family

    Hele toffe gids die veel wist te vertellen. Mooie views.

  • K

    Katy

    Verified booking

    2.2
    July 2, 2025

    Traveled with family

    Es wurde nicht erwähnt das die Hauptattraktion, mit der geworben wurde (die wasserfälle) garnicht in der tour dabei waren. Sie waren ausgetrocknet, aber das wäre ein Problem das jahrelang schon bekannt ist. Als Ersatz gab es die unnötige Ruckel-Fahrt über einen Berg. Das hat uns sehr enttäuscht. Eine Warnung über den kaum begehbaren Strand wäre schön gewesen und alles in allem war der preis von 170€ für 2 Personen einfach eine Frechheit. Danke aber nein Danke Der Guide war nett

  • M

    Mila

    Verified booking

    4.2
    June 15, 2025

    Traveled as a couple

    Gids was erg informatief in maar liefst 3 talen, stopte onderweg een paar keer om verse kruiden aan ons te geven en maakte leuke foto's van ons. De jeep zat erg comfortabel als je op de eerste en tweede rij zat. Achterin zitten is denk ik meer voor tieners of zeer flexibele jonge mensen. Nogmaals complimenten voor de gids die zeer leuk was.

  • G

    Gazza

    Verified booking

    4.6
    June 15, 2024

    Traveled as a couple

    Really good day. Drivers great fun, food and Vineyard excellent really nice to see the quieter side of Crete. All in all excellent.

  • J

    Jamie

    Verified booking

    5
    June 17, 2024

    Traveled as a couple

    We hebben een heerlijke dag gehad met onze guide Mikel. We hebben veel tussenstops gemaakt, waarbij er ook aangeboden werd om foto’s te maken. Verder zat er een heerlijke lunch inbegrepen en werd er goede muziek afgespeeld en veel grapjes gemaakt. Het was een dag vol gezelligheid en plezier. Het offroad gedeelte was ook erg leuk en voelde ook veilig. Er werd op een rustig tempo gereden en goed rekening gehouden met het andere verkeer. Deze excursie is absoluut een aanrader!

  • P

    Philippe et Anne

    Verified booking

    5
    June 15, 2024

    Traveled as a couple

    La découverte de la crête Sud qui n'est pas encore envahie par le tourisme et ses hôtels.

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