The White Mountains and Samaria Gorge off-road adventure from Chania

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Location: Chania, Crete, Greece

Activity: 4x4 Off-roading

Languages spoken: English, Greek

Duration: 7 hrs

Difficulty: Moderate

Elevation: 1 680 m

Minimum age: 7

Person (Aged 7+)

100.00 €

Total price 100.00 €

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Good to know: You can only buy this activity for 6 persons at a time. If you require more places, kindly place more orders.

Duration: 7 hrs

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Highlights

> Enjoy a private safari tour for up to 6 or 8 persons per vehicle
> Admire White Mountains of Crete and Samaria Gorge from above
> Cretan villages and panoramic views
> Enjoy a coffee, tea or juice at a local coffee shop.
> Tradittional Cretan lunch

All about the trip

Traversing the Fragrant Orange Valleys: Our expedition begins in Chania, leading us southward to traverse the expansive orange valley. Amidst the fragrant orchards and farmlands, we'll weave through Varipetros, Agia, Alikianos, and Fournes, each village a reservoir of distinct aromas and cultural nuances.

Off-Road Adventure: Elevating to 1000 meters, our journey intensifies along the heart of the White Mountains. Navigating shepherd's paths and untamed terrain, the panoramic views of wild vegetation, grazing livestock, and awe-inspiring landscapes invigorate the senses.

Spectacular Summit Views: At 1680 meters above sea level, Kallergi Refuge offers an unparalleled overlook of Samaria Gorge and the Libyan Sea, a breathtaking

reward for our off-road adventure.

Culinary Treasures at Omalos Plateau: Resting at Omalos Plateau, a traditional Cretan tavern awaits, indulging our senses with local delicacies and authentic platters, providing a taste of the region's culinary heritage.

**(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.)

Lakkoi's Historical Charm: Meandering through the historically rich village of Lakkoi, we pause for picturesque snapshots and insights into its cultural tapestry before concluding our unforgettable journey.

This off-road odyssey through Crete's island and Samaria National Park intertwines natural splendor, cultural encounters, and culinary delights, leaving indelible

memories of a diverse and captivating expedition.

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What is included in the price

Free hotel pick up and drop off
Private premium off-road vehicles (7 or 9 seater) driven by multilingual escort-drivers
Panoramic views of Cretan Villages and Samaria gorge from above
Coffee or tea or juice paired with a local treat.
Liability Insurance and local taxes

What is not included in the price

The cost of lunch during the tour
Gratuities

The trip is not recommended to people suffering from car sickness, having mobility or kinetic or back problems, pregnant women or for children younger than 7 years old as we don't provide baby seats, or people taller than 195 cm or heavier than 130 kg. Alcohol consumption is not allowed to minors under age of 18 years old. Uncharted Escapes reserves the right to make minor changes in the program when considered necessary, for example, in case of unfavorable weather conditions. This can be done without any prior notice.

Instructions

* Please be at the meeting point 10 minutes earlier

** 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.

***In winter, December to March, snowy mountains may alter our route. If the Samaria Gorge mountains are snow-blocked, we head to Xiloskalo's entrance and alternate off-road paths through villages become our scenic route.

What to take with you?

Don’t forget your face masks, comfortable shoes, for example trekking shoes or sandals, camera, sun protection, etc. During spring and autumn, we advise you to bring a jacket.

Itinerary

	CHQ05. Private Tour to the White Mountains and Samaria from Above, Itinerary
	00:00 - 00:50 Pick-up and Drive to Lakkoi Village (50 minutes)
	00:50 - 01:20 Lakkoi Village Coffee Stop (30 minutes)
	01:20 - 01:50 Drive to White Mountains E4 Tops (Off-road) (30 minutes)
	01:50 - 02:05 White Mountains Photo Stop (15 minutes)
	02:05 - 02:35 Drive to a Point Above Samaria Gorge (Off-road) (30 minutes)
	02:35 - 02:50 Samaria from Above Photo Stop (15 minutes)
	02:50 - 03:30 Drive to the Entrance of Samaria Gorge (40 minutes)
	03:30 - 03:40 Photo Stop at the Entrance of Samaria Gorge (10 minutes)
	03:40 - 03:50 Drive to Tavern in Omalos Plateau (10 minutes)
	03:50 - 05:05 Lunch Stop (1 h 15 min)
	05:05 - 05:45 Drive to Apopigadi (40 minutes)
	05:45 - 06:00 Apopigadi Photo Stop (15 minutes)
	06:00 - 07:00 Drive Back to Pick-up Point (1 hour)
Time schedules may vary depending on group size and weather conditions

Where do we meet and where will the trip end?

Meeting place information:

We’ll pick you up directly from your hotel. Please provide your hotel name when booking to arrange seamless pick-up and drop-off

Same as pick up

Cancellation Policy - Medium

Cancellation more than 10 days prior to the starting date. Clients are automatically refunded the full booking price.
Cancellation within 4 to 10 days prior to the starting date. Clients are entitled to a 50% refund of the booking Price.
Cancellation less than 4 days prior to the starting date. No refunds.

The full Terms and Conditions are available on our website.

This activity is organised by Malaxianakis Emmanouil - Uncharted escapes, Mesologgiou 1, Chania, 73131, Greece, +30 6983830830, info@unchartedescapes.com.