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Our amazing off-road adventure begins by crossing a valley full of orange and avocado trees, and many vegetables gardens. Climbing up the foothills of the White Mountains where we make our coffee stop at Deres to enjoy our morning break. Continuing we drive through the Cretan villages of Vatolakos, Alikianos, Fournes, Meskla, Zourva and Therisso getting a taste of the mountainous Crete in the foot of the White Mountains, following an off road route up to the shepherd’s hut called “Mitato” far away from tourist areas. We are traveling on uncharted routes where only a four wheel drive can approach and we enjoy the magnificent panoramic views of northern Crete and, if lucky … to marvel some wild eagles and goats from up close giving us a good reason to stop and capture the moment. A small rocky road will lead us up to our trip’s highest point of 1350 meters altitude in the heart of the White Mountains of Crete, where you will find out all about the lifestyle of a shepherd. We will learn where the famous Cretan “Graviera” cheese was produced and explore an original Shepherd’s hut called “Mitato”.
On our way back we will enjoy the best panoramic view of Chania from above, until we arrive at Therisso village for a short walk in the historic village and a visit in a small Cretan family tavern for our lunch. After our lunch we will follow the road through the amazing gorge of Therisso that will lead us back to the city of Chania.
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Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, pool view and a balcony, Chania Mini Villas is situated in Skinés. This property offers access to a patio and free private parking.
The holiday home with a terrace and mountain views has 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a fridge, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home.
Guests can also relax in the garden.
Botanical Park & Gardens of Crete is 6.4 km from the holiday home, while Limnoupolis is 12 km from the property. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 28 km from Chania Mini Villas.
from
€55
/night
Villa Neaira is a villa with free WiFi throughout the property, located in Sinoikismós Vounianoí. The property is 14 km from Chania Town and free private parking is offered.
A dishwasher and an oven can be found in the kitchen. Towels and bed linen are available in this self-catering accommodation.
Elafonisi is 37 km from Villa Neaira, while Georgioupolis is 35 km away. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 25 km from Villa Neaira.
from
€156
/night
Situated 10 km from Botanical Park & Gardens of Crete, George & Helen’s House offers a garden, and air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi.
The apartment provides guests with a terrace, mountain views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and a hair dryer. A stovetop and kitchenware are also available, as well as a kettle.
Limnoupolis is 10 km from George & Helen’s House, while Agios Dimitrios Church is 11 km from the property. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 28 km from the accommodation.
Situated in Plataniás, within 10 km of Botanical Park & Gardens of Crete and 10 km of Limnoupolis, S&G HOME offers accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning and a terrace. The property has city views and is 11 km from Agios Dimitrios Church and 11 km from Platanias Square.
The holiday home features 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchenette, and a balcony with mountain views.
A a children’s playground is also available for guests at the holiday home.
Municipal Garden is 14 km from S&G HOME, while Fransiscan Monastery of Agios Fragkiskos is 14 km from the property. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 28 km from the accommodation.
from
€85
/night
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