Explore the White Mountains of Crete
Overview
Embark on a captivating safari through Crete’s White Mountains, a journey blending off-road excitement, cultural immersion, and breathtaking landscapes. Traverse picturesque valleys, ancient villages, and secluded shepherd huts, culminating in an exploration of historic Therisso village and a delightful Chania experience.
* 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, “Mitato” at 1350m
* Lunch with traditional Cretan platters
What's Included
- Liability insurance and local taxes
- 4×4 off-road vehicles (7 or 9 seater) driven by multilingual escort-drivers
- Coffee, juice or tea
- A visit to an original Shepherd’s Hut “Mitato”
- Lunch with traditional Cretan food
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Wine or beers or refreshments in tavern
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pick up times per area: 7:55 Kalives / 8:05 Souda / 8:15 Chania Town / 8:20 Nea Chora / 8:25 Golden Beach / 8:30 Galatas / 8:35 Kalamaki -Stalos / 8:40 Agia Marina / 8:45 Platanias / Gerani / 8:50 Maleme / 8:55 Tavronitis / 9:00 Kolymvari*Pick-up from remote areas on Mondays only: 8:20 Trachilos / 8:30 Kissamos / 8:40 Korfalonas / 8:45 Nopigia (*Additional charge applies for remote areas)*The designated pick-up point is located outside the hotel. Please provide your hotel name during the booking process. If the vehicle cannot access your exact location, you will be informed by email of the nearest available pick-up point.
What To Expect
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Nteres
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Meskla
1 hour 5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Zourva
1 hour 50 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Theriso
1 hour 50 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.
- Additional charge applies for pick-ups from remote areas
- 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.
- 4×4 off-road vehicles (7 or 9 seater) driven by multilingual escort-drivers.
- Coffee, juice or tea.
- A visit to an original Shepherd’s Hut “Mitato”.
- Lunch with traditional Cretan food.
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off.
- Wine or 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 Explore the White Mountains of Crete 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 Explore the White Mountains of Crete 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
- 4×4 off-road vehicles (7 or 9 seater) driven by multilingual escort-drivers
- Coffee, juice or tea
- A visit to an original Shepherd’s Hut “Mitato”
- Lunch with traditional Cretan food
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Wine or 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.
- Additional charge applies for pick-ups from remote areas
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 32 travelers
