Excursion Katharo jeep adventure with lunch tour at Aghios Nikolaos

Explore central Crete and its two different plateaus in an exciting new way during this scenic and exhilarating, full-day Jeep excursion.

Agios Nikolaos, Central Crete, Forest, Katharo Plateau, Selikiano Forest, Mountains, Valleys, Rivers

Depart the pier for a scenic and exhilarating Jeep tour, the ideal way to explore the central part of Crete with its two different plateaus. Along the way, have lots of fun, take in splendid views of your surrounds, and learn interesting facts about mythology, Crete, and the local lifestyles and traditions. Your journey takes you to the Katharo Plateau by way of the Selikiano Forest, the biggest forest on the island, where the roads are non-existent and the mountains reach a height of approximately 4,921 feet (about 1.5 kilometres). Enjoy a refreshment at a local 'kafenion' in the middle of the wilderness, then continue through dirt tracks, goat valleys and across rivers, where the journey really gets exciting.

Photo Stops, Barbecue Lunch, Lassithi Plateau, Selinari

Next, enjoy an opportunity to take postcard-worthy photographs from a vantage point overlooking the Lassithi Plateau. After your photo stop, re-board your Jeep and drop down to the plateau for a barbecue lunch. After lunch, a visit is made to the Lassithi Plateau, where time has virtually stood still, the local people are mainly farmers and you can see many donkeys at work. From here, drive to Selinari, where another photo stop is made to marvel at this unique scenery.

Krassi Village, Old Plane Tree, Natural Spring, Vultures

Your drive continues on to the village of Krassi, which is famous for a 2,000-year-old plane tree and derives its water from a natural spring. Leaving Krassi Village, head back through the Selinari area. Here, you can see vultures, which are now an endangered species. At the conclusion of your unforgettable tour, commence the approximately 1.75-hour back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Agios Nikolaos, Central Crete, Katharo & Lassithi Plateaus, Selikiano Forest, Mountains, Valleys, Rivers, Photo Stops, Lunch, Selinari, Kritsa & Krassi Villages

Note

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of off-road driving and a minimal amount of walking, at times over uneven, bumpy, gravel, sandy, and natural surfaces and inclines, with a few steep steps to negotiate to get on/off the Jeep. The ride may be rough at times, and guests will experience bumpy, jerking motions. This tour is not suitable for pregnant guests, guests with neck and/or back problems, guests with heart and/or respiratory conditions, guests prone to motion sickness, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection, bottled water, and local currency for purchases from the ship. Minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18 to participate on this tour. Guests must follow the safety instructions of their guides at all times, and, for safety reasons, remain seated with their seatbelts fastened once the vehicle is in motion. Guests taller than 6'2" (about 1.9 metres) in height cannot participate on this tour. The time spent driving on this tour is approximately 5.5-six hours. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions. A signed waiver is required to participate on this tour. This tour does not operate on January 1 and 6, March 25, Orthodox Easter Sunday, May 1, October 28, and December 25 and 26. The tour sequence may vary. Space on this tour is very limited; we suggest you book in advance to avoid disappointment.