Things to do in Agios Nikolaos, Crete: The Best Tours

The perfect day! Enjoy a trip to old villages and up to the fantastic mountains of Crete. Take incredible pictures of nature, the views to the Aegean Sea and the Lycian Sea. Feed some goats, explore an old village. Than return to Agios Nikolaos and jump on our 17 Meters Motorjacht. Enjoy the fantastic dinner on board, including wine. You decide what you like to see, the fantastic breathtaking coast near the minoan island of Psira or follow the coast to the island of Spinalonga. Enter in a secure blue water bay, have a swim, go snorkeling or use our canoes for a expedition. If this is not enough, we also have a Jetski on board (not included) for a fast ride.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off - Excluding Heraklion, West Of Elounda or South of Agios Nikolaos, Local guide, Bottled water, Lunch, Soda/Pop, Alcoholic Beverages, Free WiFi on board

Exclusions: Excludes Hotel Pick Ups from Heraklion

Our first stop is at the village of Kritsa, famous for its long history since the era of the ancient city of LATO until the Ottoman times. The village features the important religious monument of Panagia KERA, which dates back to the 12th century. We continue towards Katharo Plateau (altitude 1200m) through the cypress forest where we see goats, sheep and if we get lucky, we may even witness Cretan vultures in the wild. It is an excellent occasion to take photos of the MIRA A BELO Gulf, a name given by the Venetians and means “beautiful view”. We then move southwards to Selakano forest, which is famous for the unique, high quality honey that is produced there. We will cool off at Sarakina Gorge, a gorge of easy access for all. Photos of this breathtaking landscape will impress your friends. We continue towards the southernmost point in Europe, that is, the fishing village of Myrtos. It is time for a swim, shopping or a cup of tea by the Libyan Sea.

Inclusions: Lunch, Bottled water, Alcoholic Beverages, Air-conditioned vehicle, Fuel surcharge, Parking Fees

Exclusions: GST (Goods and Services Tax)

We start driving through the route of the vineyards of Crete. The villages we will cross are famous for the grape varieties and their wines and that is why there are many well-known wineries on our way.

Inclusions: Lunch

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Start at the traditional village of Mochos with its narrow alleys and colourful gardens, then continue to Krasi and visit the 2,400-year-old Writers' Plane Tree. Afterwards, the tour will ascend to the Diktaion Andron, an ancient cave believed to be the birthplace of Zeus. Take in the incredible view of the Lasithi Plateau. Next, visit the Knosos Palace, where Zeus’s son Minos intertwined his name with the oldest civilization in Europe. Optionally, you can also visit the Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Whenever you feel like it you can have lunch at a restaurant of your choosing.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Private transportation, V.I.P. Class air-conditioned vehicle, Honey/Raki tasting

Exclusions: Drinks and Meals, Souvenirs and personal expenses, Tickets to Knosos and Museum (15€, 12€), Ticket to the cave of Zeus (6€), Heraklion Archaeological Museum 10 €

Definitely one of our best off road-experience in Crete. Explore the mountains and the plateau, enjoy the view & enjoy off roading in the inlands of Crete. This amazing tour takes you to the inlands of Crete. Through the mountains and the biggest forest on the island. Along the old Minoan paths and civilizations to the unknown Crete. Pure Nature, wild landscapes and breathtaking views. On the highest part of our trip you can even see the Aegean sea in the north and the Lybian sea at the south. One more highlight on your tour is the place where we will serve your lunch. Far away from civilization you will be able to meet our local host and feel what Cretan hospitality really means. On this safari tour you will discover the real Crete. Meet the local people and discover that time truly stopped in some places. inclusive: Land Rover Discovery with air condition, experienced driver, refreshments/water and Cretan lunch.

Inclusions: All inclusive tour, Alcoholic Beverages, Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, Pickup at our hotel

Exclusions: Graduaties

Spend 8-hours riding through and visiting the beautiful Cretan wilderness traveling high into the mountains where only the goats and donkeys usually go. See wild animals, flowers and meet local Cretans inhabitants and enjoy their genuine hospitality. Also enjoy a cheese tasting and lunch with unlimited wine.

Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Local taxes, 3-course lunch, Driver/guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, with the Lunch bottled water and wine is included

Exclusions: Drinks

Discover some wonderful hidden places. Visit a stunning Waterfall, and one of the oldest Olive trees in the world to name just a couple of things you will see.  On this tour you will visit a Gorge and a hidden Waterfall on the east side of the island. Our tour leads you along the coastline with its spectacular views. Olive trees and wildlife are everywhere. We start our hiking walk near the coast, about a half hour later we reach through a jungle type of landscape the waterfall. Crystal clear cold water is descending from an 18 meter high rock formation in a tiny small lake where we can have a deserved refreshing dip in the clear spring water. Lunch will be served at a local Taverna at the waters edge. An amazing back to nature tour which will lead you through several different types of terrain which offers a display of Wild herbs, Olive groves, elusive wildlife and the pretty photogenic jungle at the Waterfalls.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Light refreshments, Lunch, Driver/guide, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Pickup at your hotel

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Definitively one of our best off road-experience in Crete. Explore the mountains and the plateau, visit one of the hotspots, the Cave Zeus. Enjoy the view. Off road in the inlands of Crete. This amazing tour takes you to the inlands of Crete. Through the mountains and the biggest forest on the island. Along the old Minoan paths and civilizations to the unknown Crete. Pure Nature, wild landscapes and breathtaking views. On the highest part of our trip you can even see the Aegean sea in the north and the Lybian sea at the south. One more highlight on your tour is the place where we will serve your lunch. Far away from civilization you will be able to meet our local host and feel what Cretan hospitality really means. On this safari tour you will discover the real Crete. Meet the local people and discover that time truly stopped in some places. inclusive: Land Rover Discovery with air condition, experienced driver, refreshments/water and Cretan lunch.

Inclusions: All inclusive tour, Lunch, Bottled water

Exclusions: Hotel Pick Ups from Heraklion and west of Heraklion (Rethymnon, Chania) area., Zeus Cave Entrance Fees

Discover with our 24 Land Rover Defenders and 4 Mini Vans with our professional drivers the stunning beauties of Crete Feel the charm of the beautiful beaches and see the stunning landscapes high up in the mountains that will be carved deep in your memory.

Inclusions: Lunch

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Our vechicles are the Land Rovers Discovery 7seats and not the uncomfortable Diffenders 9seats. Travel in style. Safe - comfortable - luxury Our drivers / Quides are professionals , well educated, multi speackers languages promise a memorable experience. Crete island is very beautifull with alots of landscapes contrast. l

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Lunch, Bottled water, Alcoholic Beverages, Fuel surcharge, Parking Fees

Exclusions: sightseeing entrance fee