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Private Crete Far West Adventure: Hiking, History & Beaches
5.0 from 2 Viator reviews8 hoursViator
- Private
Private Crete Far West Adventure: Hiking, History & Beaches is an 8-hour history and culture tour in Chania, booked through Viator. From $328. Starts 9:00 am. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
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About this excursion
Discover the “authentic Crete” that most tourists don’t see by joining us on an amazing road trip to Sfakia, Crete’s most remote and rugged region, home to the impressive White Mountains.
Experience an 8-hour epic Crete tour, full of activities for the whole family, including hiking in deep gorges, sampling local products, amazing storytelling and towering mountains, and endless blue sea views of unparalleled beauty.
Highlights:
Discover the iconic corners of Crete, home to the breathtaking White Mountains, dramatic gorges, and endless wild landscapes.
Visit the stunning Imbros Gorge, once a secret pathway for ANZAC soldiers, and immerse yourself in its rich history and natural beauty.
Uncover the therapeutic qualities of Cretan herbs, learning about their traditional uses and benefits in a hands-on experience.
Unwind on the pristine sandy shores of Fragokastello, basking in the Mediterranean sun and soaking in the stunning vistas of the Libyan Sea.
What’s included in this excursion
Included
- Experience the region with our passionate, English-speaking local mountain guide.
- Refresh yourself with fruit and water.
- Get personalized tips for the area's best eateries.
- PRIVATE TOUR Exclusive: enjoy the comfort of pick-up and drop-off at your stay or the port.
Not included
- Tips & gratuities for your guide
- Food and drink - You will have time for lunch at your own cost.
Know before you go
Accessibility
- Service animals allowed
Is it suitable for children?
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Alcoholic beverages are allowed to participants age 18 or older because of the national alcohol restrictions.
- Participants under the age 18 are provided non-alcoholic beverages.
Health & fitness
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What to bring
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a hat, sunscreen, and a bottle of water.
Other
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- How you help the local community by joining this tour: - You visit villages far from mass tourism and collaborate with the locals, supporting these small communities financially. - By sampling products that originate from the Cretan countryside, you promote 100% local, family-owned businesses such as a local cheese monger and a local botanist. - You visit a local family in their home where you learn about local products and traditional cooking techniques as you participate in a hands-on cooking class.
- If you are happy with the services provided by your local guides a tip – though not compulsory – is appropriate.
- While it may not be customary to you, it is of great significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels, inspires excellent service, and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry.
- Please consider this when budgeting for your extra expenses on this tour.
- Lunch is not included, but you will have enough time to enjoy a local restaurant. We will give you personalized tips for the area's best eateries.
Where this excursion starts
The meeting point is on your booking confirmation from Viator.
When it runs
Runs every day. Starts 9:00 am.
Schedule checked Nov 7
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