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By Uncharted Escapes
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$803 per traveller* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 7h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

    • Visit Prophet Ilias chapel and a shepherd’s hut “Mitato” at 1300m
    • Visit Cretan villages of Vryses, Fres, Tzitzifes, Pemonia, Melidoni and Armenoi.
    • Enjoy a coffee, tea or juice at a local coffee shop (Optional)
    • Traditional Cretan lunch (Optional)
    • Private 4×4 safari tour

Activity location

    • Vryses
    • Vryses, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Vryses
    • Vryses, Greece

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Private Tour to Apokoronas and Prophet Ilias

  • Activity duration is 7 hours and 30 minutes7h 30m
    7h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 8:30 AM
Price details
NZ$802.73 x 1 TravellerNZ$802.73
Total
Price is NZ$802.73
Until Wed, 30 Sept

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Free hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Inclusions
    4×4 off-road vehicles (5 or 7 seater) driven by multilingual escort-drivers
  • Inclusions
    Cretan villages tour in Apokoronas area
  • Inclusions
    A visit to an original shepherd’s hut “Mitato”
  • Inclusions
    Third-party insurance and local taxes
  • Inclusions
    Booster or baby seats available upon request
  • Exclusions
    Lunch Cost
  • Exclusions
    Coffee or tea or juice at the coffee stop
  • Exclusions
    Service charge

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Food and drinks in the vehicle, High-heeled shoes, Sandals or flip flops, Smoking in the vehicle
    • Not suitable for: People over 287 lbs (130 kg), People over 6 ft 6 in (200 cm), People with back problems, People with epilepsy, People with heart problems, People with high blood pressure, People with mobility impairments, People with motion sickness, People with recent surgeries, Pregnant women, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

  • Begin your journey in Vrysses village, nestled beside a tranquil riverbank and ancient plane trees. Immerse yourself in local life, relish traditional flavours, and absorb the historical ambiance. Navigate Nippos, Tzitzifes, and Fres villages, each a tapestry of history. Pause for a coffee break (optional), embracing the unique atmosphere. Uncover the mystical allure of the Temple of Virgin Mary of Two Rocks, where legend and spirituality intertwine amidst awe-inspiring vistas—a testament to the island’s heritage.

    Embark on an off-road journey through the majestic White Mountains, passing the villages of Pemonia and Melidoni. Traverse rugged terrain, encounter native wildlife, and ascend to a shepherd’s hut (“Mitato”) at an altitude of 1,300 metres. Visit the chapel of Prophet Ilia, a peaceful spot offering stunning panoramic views over Northern Crete. Explore the authentic “Mitato” and learn more about the traditional life of Cretan shepherds.

    Feast on Cretan delights in Armenoi village. Dive into local flavours and traditions during a delicious lunch. Elevate your cultural experience through the flavours and traditions of the region.(Please Note: The cost of lunch during the tour is not included in the price. Participants are encouraged to budget for food purchases during the lunch stop.)

    Conclude your odyssey with a leisurely drive back to your hotel, cherishing the mosaic of memories from an immersive day in Apokoronas. Uncharted Escapes ensures a seamless blend of professional service and local allure, crafting an unforgettable expedition.

Location

Activity location

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    • Vryses
    • Vryses, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Vryses
    • Vryses, Greece