Cycling the Coast of Eastern Crete

8 Days Excluding Flights From

8 Days from

USD 2030

Incl. taxes Excl. flights

Cycling

Activity Level

Moderate

Ways to Travel :

Self-Guided Holidays

Activity :

Cycling

Ages :

16+

Trip Code :

C07CT

Cycle the tranquil coastline and historical sites of Eastern Crete.

Crete is widely considered to be one of the most beautiful destinations in Greece – and rightly so! Eastern Crete in particular has retained its genuine character and style and holds its place as the ‘quieter’ side of the island. With plenty to see and many local tavernas to enjoy, don’t forget to sample the national drink Raki alongside your delicious Greek meze.

This trip offers a unique experience to explore Crete in the best way, on two wheels! You’ll cycle the islands spectacular coastline, passing through the intriguing villages of Agios Nikolaos, Ierapetra and Rethimno. With important archaeological sites to visit and tranquil golden beaches to relax on, there’s heaps to admire in between your rides.

The accommodations on this trip are mostly family-run and traditionally Cretan. While Crete is typically home to more simple accommodations, these have all been chosen for their great location, services, and comfort.

Highlights

Cycle through the diverse history, culture, mountains, and beaches of Eastern Crete
Relax on golden beaches and sample the delicious local cuisine
Visit the important archaeological sites of Knossos and Phaestos

Key Information

Management by your local Headwater appointed agent
Headwater Navigation App
Countries visited: Greece

What's Included

7 nights accommodation in mostly family-run, traditional accommodations
All breakfasts
Bike hire
Luggage transfers between hotels
Car transfers as per the itinerary

What's Not Included

Travel insurance
Single accommodation (available on request - compulsory supplement)
Visas or vaccinations
Lunches & dinners
Arrival and departure transfers (if booking a land only package)
Upgrade to e-bike

6 Days of Cycling

Day 2

37 km / 23 miles

Day 3

41 km / 25.5 miles

Day 4

37 km / 23 miles

Day 5

57 km / 35.4 miles

Day 6

65 km / 40.4 miles

Day 7

32 km / 19.9 miles

Sustainability and Impact

As a certified B Corp, we’re on a mission to improve our social and environmental impact across all our adventures.

We do this through our innovative Thriving Nature, Thriving People plan.

This ‘nature positive’ approach is designed to help nature and communities thrive in harmony though practical solutions, such as reducing carbon and waste on our trips, supporting conservation projects through the Exodus Adventure Travels Foundation, and rewilding 100 square metres for every Exodus traveller.

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C07CT - Cycling the Coast of Eastern Crete

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Cycling the Coast of Eastern Crete

Cycle the tranquil coastline and historical sites of Eastern Crete.

6 Days of Cycling

Sustainability and Impact

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Itinerary

Heraklion Heraklion London London

Essential Info

Vaccinations and Health

Greece

Visa

Greece

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Atrion Hotel, Heraklion

Ariadni Palace, Koutouloufari

Mantraki Hotel, Agios Nikolaos

Astron Hotel, Ierapetra

Apollon Apartments, Tsoutsouros

Petra Hotel, Agia Galini

Ideon Hotel, Rethimno

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Cycling the Coast of Eastern Crete