A Scenic Hike to the Ancient Minoan Settlement of Karfi Our adventure begins in the charming village of Tzermiado, nestled in the heart of the Lassithi Plateau, 70 km east of Heraklion. From here, we embark on a picturesque journey…
Three summits challenge
Take on the challenge of conquering three summits in three days on Crete. Begin with Juktas, the sacred mountain of the Minoans, followed by Mt. Ida, the highest mountain on Crete, and finally, Mt. Dikti. This will be a great…
Hiking Mt. Dikti
Ascend Spathi – The Highest Peak of the Dikti Mountain Range Get ready for an exhilarating hike to Spathi (2,148m), the highest summit of the Dikti Mountain Range. The adventure begins at Limnakaros Plateau (1,050m), where we can visit the…
Hiking Kritsa gorge
Nestled at the foot of Mount Kastellos, Kritsa is one of the largest and most picturesque villages in Crete. Located just 9 km from Agios Nikolaos, this charming village sits at an altitude of 330–365 meters and is home to…
Hiking Eleftherna – Margarites
A Journey Through Ancient Eleftherna & the Pottery Village of Margarites Step back in time as we explore Eleftherna, one of Crete’s most powerful and prosperous ancient cities. Founded between 970–820 BC by the Dorians, this city thrived as a…
Hiking Juktas
A Scenic Hike on Zeus’ Sacred Mountain Just a few kilometers outside Heraklion, an easy and rewarding hike awaits you on the legendary Mount Juktas (Greek: Γιούχτας – Giouhtas). With its distinctive human-head shape, this mountain was an incredibly sacred…
Hiking Mt. Ida – Psiloritis
The Ida Mountain Range, better known as Psiloritis, is home to Crete’s highest peak, Timios Stavros (2,456m). This awe-inspiring massif, designated as a UNESCO Global Geopark, stretches across the island’s central region, blending raw natural beauty with deep historical significance.…