Land Adventures: E-Bike & Wine Tour in Crete
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; light cycling required.
Overview
Bike through Crete's stunning vineyards and olive groves, then taste local wines paired with traditional meze. Discover the island’s scenic beauty and rich culture on this engaging e-bike tour.
E-Bike Tour With Wine Tasting
18+years • Distance: 24 km • Elevation gain: 500 m • Level of difficulty: medium • 3h
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About This Adventure
Embark on a captivating 3-hour e-bike excursion from Ammoudara Beach, exploring Crete's stunning vineyards and olive groves. Experience breathtaking views of Yioukhta and Psiloritis mountains, visit charming villages, and indulge in a delightful wine tasting of five local varieties paired with traditional Cretan meze. A unique adventure awaits!
Duration
3 hours
About
AMMOUDARA BEACH - DAFNES - AMMOUDARA BEACH
There is one excursion every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Excursion: We will leave at 9:30 am and we finish at around 12:30 pm
We start west of Heraklion from the beach of Ammoudara and head south towards the hinterland of Crete. After leaving the urban area behind us we enter a rural area full of vineyards and olive groves. On one side of the route we can see the holy mountain of Yioukhta and on the other the highest mountain of Crete, Psiloritis. The first village we meet is Gournes and after a few kilometers is the village of Athanati. The road becomes uphill until we reach the almost uninhabited village of Xirolia. We then head west and after a few kilometers we reach the capital of wine in Crete, the village of Dafnes. Here the well-known wine festival takes place every year during the first week of July.
In this area there are the most wineries of the island that produce the best wines of Crete. Here we taste 5 different bottles of Cretan wine, accompanied by Cretan meze. After the tasting we leave the bikes there and go by car back to the starting point.
If it has rained recently, then we change the route, because the previous route has some dirt roads and there will be mud.
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Meeting point: Ammoudara beach, west side of Heraklion
The price includes:
- E-Bike Haibike
- Guide
- Bike helmet
- Bike gloves
- Bike bag
- Greek meze with 5 different wines
The price does not include:
- Anything not mentioned above
Adventure Tips
Wear comfortable clothing
Dress in lightweight, breathable attire and closed-toe shoes suitable for cycling.
Bring a camera or smartphone
Capture scenic mountain views, vineyards, and village scenes along the route.
Stay hydrated
Carry water bottles, especially in hot weather, to keep energized during the ride.
Arrive early for check-in
Early arrival ensures a relaxed start and time to get fitted with bikes.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Swallows and kestrels hunting over vineyards
- Hermit crabs along the village paths
History
Vineyards in Crete have been cultivated for over 3,000 years, with some estates dating back to Venetian rule.
Conservation
Cretactiv prioritizes eco-friendly practices, including sustainable vineyard visits and minimal impact cycling routes.
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Adventure Hotspots in Heraklion
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Bike helmet
Protects your head during the ride and is often provided or available for rent.
Sun protection
Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat to shield from the strong Crete sun.
summer specific
Comfortable shoes
Closed-toe shoes suitable for biking and walking around vineyards.
Light jacket or scarf
Optional for early morning or late afternoon rides when temperatures shift.
spring/fall specific