Agia Pelagia: Quad Safari-Family Tour Agia Pelagia: Quad Safari Backland Tour
ID: GYG226459-389497
Category:
Country: Greece
Duration:
03:30 hours
Description
Explore otherwise inaccessible spots on this quad safari. Enjoy breath-taking views and untouched nature. Learn about the history of the abandoned ghost village, meet the locals, and marvel at ancient monuments.
Begin the tour at the Peninsula Resort and Spa with a short theoretical introduction and a quad driving lesson before the adventure begins.
Follow a beautiful off-road cliff path along the sea and into the heights of Achlada away from traffic and in the midst of the most beautiful nature the area has to offer.
Enjoy breathtaking views over Agia Pelagia until reaching Heraklion, then continue to the ancient and abruptly abandoned ghost village of Achlada. Find out more about the background of the village and the traditional Cretan way of life and share a special personal moment with the last two remaining inhabitants of the village. Stroll through this otherwise inaccessible village at leisure.
From the heights of Achlada, pass in between the mountains surrounded by breathtaking nature before continuing to Fodele, a traditional Cretan village, also called the village of the oranges and birthplace of the famous painter ‘El Greco’. Explore Crete’s culture and marvel at its local handicrafts. Take some time for shopping and a visit to the museum or to the village’s orthodox churches.
Sit back and enjoy a famous freshly squeezed orange juice made from the local orange trees for a more relaxing experience.
Return to the hotel at 1.00 p.m., just in time for lunch, or alternatively, there is the possibility to have lunch in a local restaurant and try Greek Meze – a variety of Greek delicacies served on small plates.
Highlights
- Explore the beauty of untouched nature far away from local tourism
- Enjoy breathtaking views over Agia Pelagia and Heraklion from the highest point in Agia Pelagia.
- Learn about the history of the abandoned ghost village, walk its roads and meet its only two inhabitants
- Visit the birthplace of El Greco and one of the most popular local villages, marvel at local handicrafts and try the region's famous orange juice.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The activity is suitable for drivers aged 18 years old and above with a valid driver's license
The tour price is per quad.
Each quad can carry a maximum of two people.
No more than 120kg per quad.
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
Arrive 15-20 minutes before the activity starts.
The meeting point is on the official parking of the Peninsula Resort and Spa.
After passing the sign "Peninsula Resort and Spa" and the baby pool with slides, turn right onto the Parking.
Look for "Quad Safari Peninsula".
Your guide's name is Stan.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
