Chania Shore Excursion to the White Mountains
Overview
Embark on a thrilling off-road odyssey through the White Mountains of Crete. Traverse charming villages, delve into the shepherd’s lifestyle at a remote hut, and relish panoramic views at 1350 meters. Conclude with a delightful lunch in Therisso village, capping off an immersive exploration of Crete’s heritage and natural wonders.
* Visit the White Mountains and enjoy the best panoramic view of Chania
* Embark on a semi-private tour for up to 6 or 8 persons per vehicle
* Savor coffee or tea or juice in a traditional coffee shop
* Pay a visit to an original shepherd’s hut or else “Mitato” at 1350m
* Lunch with traditional Cretan platters
What's Included
- Liability insurance and local taxes
- Free port pick-up and drop-off (Souda bay or Chania Old port)
- 4×4 off-road vehicles (7 or 9 seater) driven by multilingual escort-drivers
- A visit to an original shepherd’s hut “Mitato”
- Coffee or tea or juice in a traditional coffee shop
- Lunch with traditional Cretan platters
- Wine, beers or refreshments in tavern
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
* Souda Bay Cruise Terminal * Chania Old Harbor Katehaki SquareThis tour serves cruise ship guests. Pick-up takes place outside the cruise terminal, 30 minutes after the ship’s arrival. Your driver will be waiting with a sign showing your name, wearing company-branded attire and their vehicle displaying matching logos.
What To Expect
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Nteres
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Zourva
3 hours 5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Theriso
2 hours 25 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Please note that this trip is not recommended for individuals with car sickness, mobility or kinetic issues, back problems, pregnant women, or children under 7 years old, as we do not provide baby seats. Additionally, individuals taller than 195 cm or heavier than 130 kg may find the trip challenging. Alcohol consumption is strictly prohibited for minors under the age of 18.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The prices are for group participation with a minimum of 4 pax to start
- Travel time is included in the total tour duration.
- Time schedules may vary depending on cruise ship’s arrival time
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 32 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Liability insurance and local taxes.
- Free port pick-up and drop-off (Souda bay or Chania Old port).
- 4×4 off-road vehicles (7 or 9 seater) driven by multilingual escort-drivers.
- A visit to an original shepherd’s hut “Mitato”.
- Coffee or tea or juice in a traditional coffee shop.
- Lunch with traditional Cretan platters.
- Wine, beers or refreshments in tavern.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 7. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Chania Shore Excursion to the White Mountains is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Please note that this trip is not recommended for individuals with car sickness, mobility or kinetic issues, back problems, pregnant women, or children under 7 years old, as we do not provide baby seats. Additionally, individuals taller than 195 cm or heavier than 130 kg may find the trip challenging. Alcohol consumption is strictly prohibited for minors under the age of 18.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Chania Shore Excursion to the White Mountains will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Liability insurance and local taxes
- Free port pick-up and drop-off (Souda bay or Chania Old port)
- 4×4 off-road vehicles (7 or 9 seater) driven by multilingual escort-drivers
- A visit to an original shepherd’s hut “Mitato”
- Coffee or tea or juice in a traditional coffee shop
- Lunch with traditional Cretan platters
- Wine, beers or refreshments in tavern
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Please note that this trip is not recommended for individuals with car sickness, mobility or kinetic issues, back problems, pregnant women, or children under 7 years old, as we do not provide baby seats. Additionally, individuals taller than 195 cm or heavier than 130 kg may find the trip challenging. Alcohol consumption is strictly prohibited for minors under the age of 18.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The prices are for group participation with a minimum of 4 pax to start
- Travel time is included in the total tour duration.
- Time schedules may vary depending on cruise ship’s arrival time
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 32 travelers
