Duration: 8 Hours
Start Time: 09:00
This adventurous off-road safari across the Asterousia range brings you closer to the hidden coastal gems and therapeutic golden sand beaches of South Crete. This exclusive private 4×4 tour bypasses standard commercial highways to combine dramatic mountain pass driving, world-class snorkeling, and traditional waterfront dining.
Your professional driver-guide will tackle unpaved mountain tracks that slice through the wilderness, offering magnificent views of wild gorges and dramatic drop-offs leading down to the Libyan Sea. You will descend to the ancient coastal settlement of Tsoutsouras, famous since antiquity for its mineral-rich healing waters, where you can relax on uncrowded golden sands and swim over untouched rocky reefs.
Highlights
- Conquer the dramatic unpaved mountain tracks of the rugged Asterousia range.
- Take in magnificent bird’s-eye views of wild gorges and dramatic coastal drop-offs.
- Discover the ancient coastal settlement of Tsoutsouras famous for its healing waters.
- Unwind on secluded uncrowded golden sand beaches away from commercial resorts.
- Swim and snorkel in the calm brilliant turquoise waters of the pristine Libyan Sea.
- Savor a fresh traditional Cretan lunch at a local waterfront tavern right on the beach.
What’s included
- Private transportation in a modern fully equipped Jeep or 4×4 vehicle.
- A professional English-speaking local driver-guide directing the coastal route.
- Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off services from your accommodation.
- A fully guided off-road route through the Asterousia mountains to hidden southern beaches.
- Complimentary bottled water and authentic local snacks provided throughout the day.
- A fully personalized journey with a flexible beach pace tailored to your relaxation.