Explore authentic Crete on a semi-private 4×4 safari from Rethymno, with winery tours, olive oil and cheese tastings, hidden villages, scenic monasteries and breathtaking mountain views.
* Enjoy Cretan Villages and the best panoramic view of Psiloritis Mountain * Visit a winery for tour and tasting * Visit an olive mill for tour and tasting * Visit an original shepherd’s hut “Mitato”, experience a live cheese-making process and taste local cheese * Lunch with traditional Cretan platters * Embark on semi-private safari tour for up to 6 or 8 persons per vehicle
Highlights
From 7 hours to 8 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 7 hours to 8 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
4×4 off-road vehicles or 4×4 minivans (7 or 9 seater) driven by multilingual escort-drivers
All entrance fees and tastings at the winery, olive oil mill, and farm
Visit to an original shepherd’s hut “Mitato” and cheese making process
Lunch with traditional Cretan platters
Free hotel pick-up and drop-off
Liability Insurance and local taxes
Coffee or beers or refreshements in tavern
Gratuities
Purchases at the winery or olive mill
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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The prices are for group participation with a minimum of 4 pax to start.
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Travel time is included in the total tour duration.
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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.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Explore authentic Crete on a semi-private 4×4 safari from Rethymno, with winery tours, olive oil and cheese tastings, hidden villages, scenic monasteries and breathtaking mountain views.
* Enjoy Cretan Villages and the best panoramic view of Psiloritis Mountain * Visit a winery for tour and tasting * Visit an olive mill for tour and tasting * Visit an original shepherd’s hut “Mitato”, experience a live cheese-making process and taste local cheese * Lunch with traditional Cretan platters * Embark on semi-private safari tour for up to 6 or 8 persons per vehicle
Highlights
From 7 hours to 8 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 7 hours to 8 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
4×4 off-road vehicles or 4×4 minivans (7 or 9 seater) driven by multilingual escort-drivers
All entrance fees and tastings at the winery, olive oil mill, and farm
Visit to an original shepherd’s hut “Mitato” and cheese making process
Discover the raw, untamed beauty of Crete and its world-famous authentic flavors on an exclusive semi-private 4×4 safari departing from Rethymno – a thrilling journey that perfectly combines heart-pounding off-road exploration across rugged mountain trails with intimate, mouthwatering gastronomic experiences: hand-picked local wines tasted at a family winery, extra-virgin olive oil fresh from the press, and traditional cheese still made by Cretan shepherds in a stone mountain hut, all wrapped in breathtaking panoramic views, hidden villages lost in time, and the legendary warmth of Cretan hospitality.
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Klados Winery
Your day starts at the award-winning Klados Winery in Panormos, where the owner personally guides you through the vines and cellars, revealing the secrets of Cretan winemaking before treating you to a wine tasting of the island’s finest indigenous varieties.
- Drive to Klados Winery (15 minutes)
- Winery Tour & Tasting Stop (50 minutes)
1 hour and 5 minutes
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Paraschakis Olive Oil - Crete
Continue to Melidoni olive oil mill for an authentic taste of liquid gold. Discover the journey from tree to bottle – traditional stone presses alongside modern methods – and sample fresh, peppery extra-virgin olive oil that captures the pure essence of Crete.
- Drive to Melidoni Olive Oil Mill (20 minutes)
- Olive Oil Tour & Tasting Stop (30 minutes)
50 minutes
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Ιερά Μονή Χαλέπας
Climb higher to the historic Halepa Monastery, beautifully perched with jaw-dropping panoramic views over mountains and valleys. Learn its dramatic past as a hideout for Cretan rebels and soak in one of the island’s most photogenic spots.
- Drive to Halepa Monastery (35 minutes)
- Monastery Visit (20 minutes)
55 minutes
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Axos
The real magic happens when you leave the paved roads behind and venture deep into the mountains to a traditional shepherd’s mitato – the iconic stone hut where Cretan cheese is still made by hand. Watch shepherds craft local cheese right in front of you, hear stories of mountain life, and keep your eyes peeled for wild Cretan goats (kri-kri) and soaring eagles against a backdrop of endless peaks.
Drive to Axos Gorge photo stop (off-road) (15 minutes)
Axos Gorge Vultures photo stop (off-road) (10 minutes)
Short drive to the Shepherd’s Hut (5 minutes)
Shepherd’s Hut & cheesemaking stop (1 h 15 min)
1 hour and 45 minutes
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Axos
The real magic happens when you leave the paved roads behind and venture deep into the mountains to a traditional shepherd’s mitato – the iconic stone hut where Cretan cheese is still made by hand. Watch shepherds craft local cheese right in front of you, hear stories of mountain life, and keep your eyes peeled for wild Cretan Ibex (kri-kri) and soaring eagles against a backdrop of endless peaks.
- Drive to Axos Gorge photo stop (off-road) (15 minutes)
- Axos Gorge Vultures photo stop (off-road) (10 minutes)
- Short drive to the Shepherd’s Hut (5 minutes)
- Shepherd’s Hut & cheesemaking stop (1 h 15 min)
1 hour and 45 minutes
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Axos
The adventure ends in the charming mountain village of Axos, where you’ll sit down to a hearty lunch of authentic Cretan dishes at a family-run tavern – fresh local ingredients, warm hospitality, and flavors you’ll remember long after the trip is over.
- Drive to Axos Village (5 minutes)
- Lunch Stop (1 h 25 min)
30 minutes
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Rethymnon
Throughout the day, breathtaking panoramic views, hidden villages untouched by mass tourism, and the genuine soul of Crete unfold before you. Travel in comfort and style with our expert local driver-guides and fully equipped 4×4 vehicles on this small-group, semi-private safari that shows you the real Crete – raw, delicious, and unforgettable.
