Crete: Land Rover Safari on Minoan Route

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    Explore Crete by Land Rover on a full-day adventure along the Minoan Path, and experience a blend of ancient myths, spectacular landscapes, and a barbecue lunch on the Lassithi Plateau.

    Following a pick-up from your hotel, drive through spectacular mountains en route to the Aposelemis Basin Reservoir, and see an ancient aqueduct of the Roman Empire. Continue to the village of Kastamonitsa in the foothills of the Afendi Mountains. Stop for a Cretan-style breakfast and raki tasting.

    Next, brace yourself for the dirt tracks of the Minoan Path. Drive through a stunning mountain landscape to see wildlife and the unbelievable scenery. Learn the myths and legends of Crete on the way to a shepherd’s mitato (mountain shelter).
    Feed the animals as you watch the shepherds produce cheese according to traditional methods. Taste some of the fresh, rich cheese.

    Enjoy a bird’s-eye view of the Lassithi Plateau and north coast. Continue to Dikteon Cave to marvel at the birthplace of Zeus. Work up an appetite before your lunch at a local taverna. Try a selection of traditional dishes (vegetarian option available) and a glass or two of wine.

    Then, go to Lassinthos Eco Park to admire traditional handicrafts. Back on the Lassithi Plateau, experience a wilderness and farming land where time has stood still. See donkeys put to work to help farm the land. Then, go to Seli to take photos of the unique scenery.

    Drive to the village of Krassi, famous for its 2,000-year-old tree and natural spring water source. Continue down the mountain roads, passing ancient olive groves before you reach the spectacular coastline and deep blue sea.

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    • Chersonos

    Situated in Agrianá, 2.6 km from Limenas Hersonissou Beach and 11 km from Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos, Casa di Kasta, in Hersonissos features air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. This apartment is 26 km from Heraklion Archaeological Museum and 27 km from Venetian Walls.

    The apartment has a terrace, 1 bedroom, a living room and a well-equipped kitchen.

    The Palace of Knossos is 28 km from the apartment, while Lake Voulismeni is 40 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 20 km from Casa di Kasta, in Hersonissos.

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      • Hersonissos

      Set in Hersonissos, Mitos Village provides a restaurant. Free WiFi is provided.

      All units feature air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Some units feature a terrace and/or a balcony with sea views.

      Guests at the aparthotel can enjoy a continental or a buffet breakfast.

      Mitos Village offers an outdoor pool.

      A garden and a terrace are featured at the property.

      Water City is 2 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 18 km from the property.

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        • 10 / 10
        • Ergoteli 1 Villa Rosa

        Set within the Old Town Hersonissos district in Hersonissos, Villa Rosa Kreta / Old Chersonissos has air conditioning, a patio, and mountain views. It has a garden, a terrace, sea views and free WiFithroughout the property.

        Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment.

        The reception at the apartment can provide tips on the area.

        Villa Rosa Kreta / Old Chersonissos offers a picnic area. If you would like to discover the area, fishing, hiking and walking tours are possible in the surroundings and the accommodation can arrange a car rental service.

        Limenas Hersonissou Beach is 2.8 km from Villa Rosa Kreta / Old Chersonissos, while Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 11 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 19 km from the apartment.

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          • 110 m
          • 9.4 / 10
          • Old Regional Road Hersonissos

          Featuring garden views, Villa Greco provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, a shared lounge and a garden, around 2.2 km from Limenas Hersonissou Beach. This homestay features air-conditioned accommodation with a patio.

          The homestay features 5 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 5 bathrooms with a hot tub.

          The homestay offers a terrace.

          Glaros Beach is 2.5 km from Villa Greco, while Golden Beach is 2.5 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 23 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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