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Private Crete Far West Adventure: Hiking, History & Beaches
Chania, Crete, Greece, Europe
$333.60
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Crete's impressive White Mountains and the stunning Imbros Gorge await on this road trip to Sfakia, a region often overlooked by tourists. Activities for the entire family immerse you in the island's natural beauty and rich history.
- 🏞️ Journey through breathtaking landscapes featuring dramatic gorges and wild terrains, showcasing the natural splendor of Crete.
- 📚 Learn about the historical significance of Imbros Gorge, a once-secret pathway for ANZAC soldiers during WWII.
- 🌿 Participate in a hands-on experience regarding the traditional uses and benefits of over 1,800 Cretan herbs.
- 🏖️ Relax on the pristine sandy shores of Fragokastello, soaking up stunning views of the Libyan Sea.
- 🍽️ Enjoy a local breakfast at a family-owned cheese & yogurt factory, learning about traditional dairy production from an expert cheesemonger.
- 🥾 Hike through the 8-kilometer Imbros Gorge, capturing photos of amazing geological formations and learning about local flora and fauna.
- 🏡 Visit Kallikratis village, a semi-abandoned settlement with a rich history, hearing tales of its brave residents who resisted foreign rule.
- 🍷 Experience local gastronomy in a hands-on cooking class, preparing traditional dishes and sampling local wines from farm to table.
- 🍵 Discover the therapeutic qualities of Cretan herbs at a local café, where you'll meet owners who share secrets on using herbs in cooking.
- 🍇 Conclude your tour at a unique local winery, exploring one of the best cellars on Crete.
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Private Tour, Pick up/Drop Off
Private
Pickup included
Private
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 8 hours
- PRIVATE TOUR Exclusive: enjoy the comfort of pick-up and drop-off at your stay or the port.
- Get personalized tips for the area's best eateries.
- Refresh yourself with fruit and water.
- Experience the region with our passionate, English-speaking local mountain guide.
- Food and drink - You will have time for lunch at your own cost.
- Tips & gratuities for your guide
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Municipal Market of ChaniaLeaving behind us Chania and its Venetian port, we’ll drive you deep into the southern part of the island, the Sfakia region with its memorable scenic routes and the endless wild landscapes.
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SfakiaSfakia is the land of the massive Lefka Ori, also known as the White Mountains, famous for Pachnes, its highest peak as well, the numerous gorges, and the endless views to the Libyan Sea. Aside from this astonishing beauty, the land of Sfakia has a million tales to tell you, such as stories about the turbulent but heroic past of brave rebel Sfakians, who fought for freedom. The first stop of your day tour will be at a family-owned cheese & yogurt small-scale factory, where you’ll take a local breakfast. Learn all about the traditional way of local dairy production by the expert cheesemonger and sample the best local-favorite yogurt on the island!
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AskifouAfter this light breakfast, you’ll head to Askifou Plateau at an altitude of 730 metres, a natural picture-pretty valley surrounded by the White Mountains. From here, you’ll start your hike into the Imbros Gorge, an outstanding 8-kilometer gorge.
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Imbros GorgeDuring the 2,5 hours approximately easy hike, you’ll have the opportunity to admire amazing geological formations of very narrow passages, capture your best photos with your family and learn about the fauna and flora that you’ll encounter along the way. Especially for Australian, New Zealander, British, or WWII story lovers, walking through the gorge is almost a pilgrimage, as this gorge was the only escape route in May 1941 by fleeing ANZACs who fought with the allied troops in Crete, and finally, they succeeded in sailing to Egypt. Your guide will have many breathtaking stories to share with you.
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White Mountains (Lefka Ori)Next, you’ll visit the off-the-beaten-track Kallikratis village, a mountainous village of semi-abandoned settlements located among gorges, ravines, and plateaus, and with a fascinating story to tell. Hear stories about this land that never lived under permanent foreign rule due to its brave residents. Then, you’ll experience local gastronomy and culture by participating in a hands-on cooking class. Learn about the secrets of Cretan cuisine as you join a Cretan lunch of traditional dishes and local wine from farm to table. After lunch, learn about the Cretan herbs’ therapeutic qualities, well-known since ancient times, in a ‘herbal sanctuary”. In a little café, meet the owners who distill Cretan herbs and make natural products in a traditional way, giving advice and secrets on how to use Cretan herbs (over 1,800 plant species) while cooking so you give their special taste to your dishes. And yes, you’re going to try some of their concoctions in their shop!
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Moving onto our last stop now, you’ll discover a unique local cellar in one of the best wineries on Crete.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Private Crete Far West Adventure: Hiking, History & Beaches
Chania, Crete, Greece, Europe
$333.60
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!