

by Safari Experts Crete
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€164This motorized tour lasts about 5 to 6 hours and begins with pickup from your hotel in Crete. The journey leads first to Potamies, a traditional Cretan village where you visit a local shepherd’s mitato and meet his family. Next, the tour passes through village gardens to reach Aposelemis Dam, the largest water project on the island, where the submerged village of Sfendili can be seen beneath the water’s surface. The route continues to Avdou, known for its well-preserved village architecture and informative historical signs. After Avdou, the jeep ascends on dirt roads through the Ebassas Gorge. During a short break, the guide collects local herbs such as oregano, thyme, and sage as traditionally done by Cretans. The main highlight is the hour-long stop at Karfi, the ancient Minoan settlement, timed to watch the sunset over panoramic views while enjoying Prosecco and seasonal fruit. Following sunset, the tour concludes with a one-hour dinner at Ano Kera, including food served with wine and water. The tour includes transportation in a 4WD vehicle with fuel, experienced drivers, pick-up and drop-off, Prosecco, seasonal fruits, wine, water, and dinner. Private expenses are not included.
Potamies
The tour begins at the hotel pickup and heads to Potamies, an authentic Cretan village. There is a 30-minute stop at a traditional mitato where guests meet a local shepherd and his family.
30 min
Aposelemis Dam
After wandering through village gardens with seasonal fruits and vegetables, the tour reaches Aposelemis Dam, Crete’s largest water supply project. The submerged village of Sfendili can be seen beneath the water, with old houses visible on the surface. The stop lasts about 10 minutes.
10 min
Avdou
The tour continues to Avdou, a representative Cretan village known for its well-maintained buildings and signs detailing the village’s historical development.
Ebassas Gorge
The jeep ascends dirt roads through the Ebassas Gorge, offering views of the mountains and natural surroundings. During a 30-minute stop, the guide collects local herbs such as oregano, thyme, and sage, following traditional Cretan practices.
30 min
Karfi
At Karfi, the ancient Minoan settlement, the group stops for about 60 minutes to watch the sunset. Prosecco and fresh seasonal fruits are served while guests enjoy the panoramic views and take photographs.
60 min
Ano Kera
The tour ends with a 60-minute dinner at Ano Kera, which includes food served with wine and water.
60 min


by Safari Experts Crete
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€164This motorized tour lasts about 5 to 6 hours and begins with pickup from your hotel in Crete. The journey leads first to Potamies, a traditional Cretan village where you visit a local shepherd’s mitato and meet his family. Next, the tour passes through village gardens to reach Aposelemis Dam, the largest water project on the island, where the submerged village of Sfendili can be seen beneath the water’s surface. The route continues to Avdou, known for its well-preserved village architecture and informative historical signs. After Avdou, the jeep ascends on dirt roads through the Ebassas Gorge. During a short break, the guide collects local herbs such as oregano, thyme, and sage as traditionally done by Cretans. The main highlight is the hour-long stop at Karfi, the ancient Minoan settlement, timed to watch the sunset over panoramic views while enjoying Prosecco and seasonal fruit. Following sunset, the tour concludes with a one-hour dinner at Ano Kera, including food served with wine and water. The tour includes transportation in a 4WD vehicle with fuel, experienced drivers, pick-up and drop-off, Prosecco, seasonal fruits, wine, water, and dinner. Private expenses are not included.
Potamies
The tour begins at the hotel pickup and heads to Potamies, an authentic Cretan village. There is a 30-minute stop at a traditional mitato where guests meet a local shepherd and his family.
30 min
Aposelemis Dam
After wandering through village gardens with seasonal fruits and vegetables, the tour reaches Aposelemis Dam, Crete’s largest water supply project. The submerged village of Sfendili can be seen beneath the water, with old houses visible on the surface. The stop lasts about 10 minutes.
10 min
Avdou
The tour continues to Avdou, a representative Cretan village known for its well-maintained buildings and signs detailing the village’s historical development.
Ebassas Gorge
The jeep ascends dirt roads through the Ebassas Gorge, offering views of the mountains and natural surroundings. During a 30-minute stop, the guide collects local herbs such as oregano, thyme, and sage, following traditional Cretan practices.
30 min
Karfi
At Karfi, the ancient Minoan settlement, the group stops for about 60 minutes to watch the sunset. Prosecco and fresh seasonal fruits are served while guests enjoy the panoramic views and take photographs.
60 min
Ano Kera
The tour ends with a 60-minute dinner at Ano Kera, which includes food served with wine and water.
60 min