Transport
Unser Holländer der keinen Käse mag war ein toller Tourguide (auch wenn er keinen Führerschein mehr hat ??) Wir haben uns zu jederzeit sicher gefühlt und die Tour war witzig, informativ und absolut empfehlenswert. Es gab zwar keine Heizdecken zu kaufen, dafür aber viel leckeren Raki, Olivenöl und das Essen in der Taverne war authentisch und mega lecker ?? Vielen Dank für einen anderen Blickwinkel auf Kreta und einen schönen Tag mit vielen Eindrücken...
Get ready for a 4x4 adventure that'll take you well and truly off the beaten track. Explore rural corners of Crete and immerse yourself in nature as you rumble through the mountains on dirt tracks. Experience the heart of Crete – its rich mythology, diverse flora and fauna, and fascinating local life. Katerina, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘Crete's crumpled mountain peaks echo with stories from Greek mythology - Zeus, the Greek god responsible for thunder and lightning, was born in a cave in Crete's mountains, and it was here on Crete that Theseus slayed the minotaur.'
We start with a drive along scenic paths and olive groves, passing ancient relics as we climb through Crete's hills. We'll then call in at a small village where you can sample raki and olive oil with the locals. Cretan olive oil is prized for its purity and flavour, as well as its high polyphenol content and low acidity, which make it very healthy.
From here, the real off-road adventure begins as we rumble into the mountains and follow an ancient trail used by shepherds to reach flocks high in the summer pastures. In simple shepherd's huts, fresh goat milk is used to make a tasty homemade cheese. Next, we'll visit a family-run taverna for a typical local lunch – a vegetarian option is also available – with unlimited wine. You'll discover another side of Crete with professional and informative drivers who will tell you all about their island - from local life and history to wildlife and cuisine.
