Rural Crete Jeep Adventure from Malia with farm visit

Transfer to meeting point in Malia

• Malia Jeep adventure with farm visit & local food - with transfer - per person (from 12 years) 75.-€
• Malia Jeep adventure with farm visit & local food - with transfer - per person (3-11 years) 45.-€

Own journey to meeting point in Malia

• Malia Jeep adventure with farm visit & local food - without transfer - per person (from 12 years) 75.-€
• Malia Jeep adventure with farm visit & local food - without transfer - per person (3-11 years) 45.-€

Booking option: Cretan countryside jeep adventure from Malia

Discover the heart of Crete on an exciting jeep safari that takes you through the green countryside and the traditional life of the locals. Start your adventure in the picturesque village of Potamies, where you can watch goats being milked and traditional milk and flour products being made at a local sheep farm - and of course taste them!

From there, continue to the Aposelemis Dam, an impressive hydraulic engineering project that houses the ruins of the village of Sfendili. These lie partially submerged in the water of the reservoir, creating a spectacular sight. In the surrounding area, you can observe a variety of birds in their natural habitat. We drive up to the Empassa Gorge on dirt tracks, surrounded by majestic mountains and unspoilt nature. Here you will have the opportunity to pick local herbs and enjoy the breathtaking views. This is followed by a cookery course in which you will prepare dishes from fresh, local produce with the help of professional chefs.

We then visit the Lassithi plateau, which is known for its hospitality and authentic people. Here we will stop at a pottery workshop, where you will be introduced to the art of pottery and can try your hand at it. After a walk across the plateau and a break in a local cafeteria, we continue to a traditional restaurant where a hearty meal from the wood-fired oven awaits you. Strengthened, we continue our journey to the village of Krasi, which is known for its 18th century aqueduct and the oldest plane tree in Crete, which is over 2000 years old. The day is rounded off with a visit to an olive oil factory. After a day full of impressive experiences and unforgettable moments, you will return to your hotel, enriched with new insights into the life and culture of Crete.

Overview

• Duration: 8-9 hours
• Days: daily
• Months: 15th of March - 10th of November
• Languages: German, English, French, Russian, Dutch, Greek
• Pick up included from: Elounda 7:40am, Ag. Nikolaos 7:50am, Sissi 8:10am, Malia 8:15am, Stalida 8:20am, Chersonissos 8:30am, Anissaras - Analipsi 8:40am, Gouves - Kokkini Hani 8:50am, Heraklion 7:50am, Amoudara 8:00am Agia Pelagia 7:35am.

Included

• Tour in Landrover Defender / Toyota Landcruiser, petrol, traditional Cretan lunch, local wine, water, professional driver and guide, cooking lesson, ceramics course

Detailed description

Day trip on Crete from Malia in a jeep with local cuisine, ceramics and nature

Experience the picturesque landscapes and rich traditions of Crete on a day trip from Malia that is tailor-made for both adventure seekers and culture lovers. This jeep excursion combines the thrill of off-road driving with authentic cultural insights, ideal for those who want to experience the original Crete. Begin your adventure by climbing into a rugged jeep and embarking on a journey of discovery through the verdant hinterland and the island's hidden treasures. During the journey, you will cross olive tree-lined hills and reach remote villages where time seems to have stood still. Here you have the chance to mingle with the friendly locals and gain an insight into their daily lives.

A highlight of the tour is a visit to a traditional olive oil factory. During a guided tour, you will learn more about the cultivation of the olives, the harvesting methods and the cold-pressed extraction of the oil. A tasting of Crete's liquid gold is a must, as you will quickly understand why Cretan olive oil is considered one of the best in the world. Between the various stops, you can enjoy local delicacies in a rustic taverna. Cretan cuisine is known for its variety and healthy ingredients, most of which come straight from the fields and gardens to your plate. Whether fresh cheese, flavourful wild herbs or tender lamb - every bite is a piece of the Cretan way of life. At the end of the day, you will return to Malia with a jeep full of memories and a camera full of impressive photos. This day trip is more than just a tour; it is an enrichment for the soul and the palate, a true immersion in the warmth and spirit of Crete.