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Chania Shore Excursion to the White Mountains
- 6–7 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 3 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Embark on a thrilling off-road odyssey through the White Mountains of Crete. Traverse charming villages, delve into the shepherd’s lifestyle at a remote hut, and relish panoramic views at 1350 meters. Conclude with a delightful lunch in Therisso village, capping off an immersive exploration of Crete’s heritage and natural wonders. * Visit the White Mountains and enjoy the best panoramic view of Chania * Embark on a semi-private tour for up to 6 or 8 persons per vehicle * Savor coffee or tea or juice in a traditional coffee shop * Pay a visit to an original shepherd’s hut or else “Mitato” at 1350m * Lunch with traditional Cretan platters
Inclusions
What's included
- Liability insurance and local taxes
- Free port pick-up and drop-off (Souda bay or Chania Old port)
- 4×4 off-road vehicles (7 or 9 seater) driven by multilingual escort-drivers
- A visit to an original shepherd’s hut “Mitato”
- Coffee or tea or juice in a traditional coffee shop
- Lunch with traditional Cretan platters
What's not
- Wine, beers or refreshments in tavern
- Gratuities
Itinerary
Begin your thrilling off-road adventure amid orchards of orange, avocado, and vegetable gardens. Traverse through Vatolakkos, Alikianos, Fournes, Meskla, Zourva, and Therisso, glimpsing the rustic charm of Cretan mountain life. Pause at Deres village for a serene morning break, sipping coffee amidst the local ambiance. Port Pick-ups (Souda or Chania) Drive to Deres village (30 minutes) Deres coffee stop (30 minutes)
Embark on an uncharted off-road route leading to the remote shepherd’s hut, “Mitato.” Witness stunning northern Crete panoramas, perhaps spotting wild eagles and goats up close. Ascend to 1350 meters, immersing in the authentic shepherd’s hut experience. - Drive to Meskla village (45 minutes) - Meskla village photo stop (20 minutes) - Drive to mountain viewpoint (off-road) (35 minutes) - Mountain viewpoint photo stop (10 minutes) - Drive to the Shepherd’s Hut (off-road) (45 minutes) - Shepherd’s Hut “Mitato” visit (30 minutes)
Indulge in the unparalleled Chania view from 1350 meters, a highlight of this expedition. Pause at Therisso village for a historic stroll and relish a traditional Cretan tavern lunch. Conclude with a scenic drive through the captivating Therisso gorge, heading back to your cruise ship. Drive to Therissos village (35 minutes) Lunch stop at Therissos tavern (1 hr 10 minutes) Drive back to port (40 minutes)
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
4.5
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Ratings come from 15 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 32 travellers
- Operated by
- "Uncharted Escapes"
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The prices are for group participation with a minimum of 4 pax to start
- Travel time is included in the total tour duration.
- Time schedules may vary depending on cruise ship’s arrival time
- Please note that this trip is not recommended for individuals with car sickness, mobility or kinetic issues, back problems, pregnant women, or children under 7 years old, as we do not provide baby seats. Additionally, individuals taller than 195 cm or heavier than 130 kg may find the trip challenging. Alcohol consumption is strictly prohibited for minors under the age of 18.
How it compares in Greece, outside the cities
- Its from-price is 37% below the median of the 1748 experiences we list in Greece, outside the cities.
- It is longer than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 277 of 1748.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
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