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Up to 6 people
per vehicle
~8 hours
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Diktinna – Menies Off-Road Private Jeep Safari
Embark on a scenic Jeep safari to hidden treasures of Western Crete. Visit the sacred Gkiona monastery, explore the ancient sanctuary of Diktinna, swim in the crystal-clear waters of Menies beach, and end your day with a wine tasting at a local winery. A perfect mix of history, nature, and relaxation.
Includes: Pickup & return, guide,soft drink, light meal, cold drinks, water, wine tasting, public liability insurance
Duration: ~8 hours | Small group of 6 people per vehicle
What to bring: Comfortable shoes, swimsuit, towel, sunglasses, hat, sunscreen, camera
350.00 €
Starting the ultimate Safari experience by jeep, we will pass through the traditional village of Rodopou. Along the way, we will encounter wild goats and various types of plants.
The magic will begin once we reach the top of the Gkiona Valley. From there, you will have the opportunity to take pictures of the panoramic view and the landscapes you’ve never seen before. We will look out over the Kissamos Bay, the cape, and the famous island of Gramvousa.
Gkiona is home to a small monastery dedicated to Saint John the Baptist, one of the major pilgrimage sites in Crete. The church was built in the 16th century, originally as a single-nave church, and later expanded into a double-nave church, with the second nave dedicated to Saint Nicholas. Inside the church, seven tombs were found, and outside, there is a twin vaulted structure and cells. In the churchyard, you will find the legendary plane tree, whose leaves grow upside down.
Next, we will continue our journey to the ancient sanctuary of Diktinna. This is the most important worship center in western Crete during the Hellenistic and Roman periods. There was a temple dedicated to Artemis Britomartis, the goddess and protector of hunting, at this site.
We will continue with a stop at the exotic Menies beach, where you will have enough time to swim and relax, along with snacks and cold drinks that will be provided.
Adventure by Jeep through the scenic Rodopou Peninsula
Panoramic views over Kissamos Bay, Cape Spatha, and Gramvousa Island
Visit to the historic Saint John Gkionas Monastery
Explore the ancient sanctuary of Diktinna (Artemis)
Relax and swim at the unspoiled Menies Beach
Snacks and refreshments by the sea
Small groups – up to 6 people per vehicle for a personalized experience
Small groups: Up to 6 people per vehicle
Excursion duration: 8 hours
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Light meal, cold drinks, and water
Public liability insurance
Experienced guide
Comfortable shoes
Swimsuit
Camera
Sunglasses
Hat
Sunscreen
Towel
07:30 – 08:30: Hotel pickup
09:50: Arrival at Saint John Gkionas old church
10:10: Departure for Menies Beach
11:10: Arrival at Menies Beach; visit the ancient sanctuary of Artemis and enjoy 3 hours and 20 minutes of free time to swim and relax
14:30: Departure from Menies Beach
16:00: Drop-off at your hotel
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