When people think of Crete and Chania, they think of gorgeous beaches but also of majestic mountains, steep cliffs, deep valleys and breathtaking views. There is great beauty to be found in the heart of the Chania region, but the road can only take you so far.
With our bike tours, those who seek adventure and the world beyond have a chance to discover what lies off the beaten path, places the crowds may be unaware of but that the daring reach for and experience themselves.
Climb atop your electric mountain bike and prepare to ride towards the skies of Chania, for this bike tour will be like no other.
The trail begins at the village of Pithari, in the Akrotiri region of Chania. We move through dirt roads and backstreets, enjoying the view of Souda bay before reaching Sternes. From there, we ride to the old camps of Pervolitsa to gaze over the Cretan Sea.
Our next stop is the Venetian tower of the Giannakakis family at Mouzouras and then the monastery of the Holy Trinity of Jagarolo, where we can have our lunch break and visit the museum.
For our return trip, we use the local network of dirt roads with their beautiful views to end up back at Pithari.
Our trail begins shortly after the village of Fournes. We’re immediately moving into a dirt road with thick undergrowth between large plane trees. We’re then riding by the river to enter the next dirt road leading to Meskla, under the cover of a green dome made by the branches of plane and olive trees.
We’re getting a short stop at the village fountain and are then heading towards the Sarakina gorge. We’re following the local network of dirt roads around ancient and imposing cypresses as we’re climbing to Zourva.
At the village square is a traditional tavern, ideal for a lunch break and rest. From there it’s the woods again, on the road to the fountain of Nikoliani near Meskla, before we make the return trip to Fournes.
Our trail begins at the village of Orthouni. Using the local dirt road network, we begin with an uphill ride, surrounded by lush vegetation and small streams, heading to the chapel of the Prophet Elijah. Right before the chapel, we take a moment to enjoy the great view unfolding below us, with the Cretan sea, the picturesque villages and the Chania region inland.
Following a brief ride on a paved road, we once again go uphill, this time around towards Omalo, using the dirt road from Fokies and our final destination being the sanctuary of Kallergis. This is a very alpine part, a beautiful untamed environment in the area known as Poria, with a number of historically important “koumoi”, distinctive small buildings, hidden in the region.
Once at the shelter, we make a brief stop to eat and to enjoy the view of the world-famous Samaria Gorge and the rocky formation Gigilos. From there, we go downhill on a difficult, demanding dirt road towards the Omalos plateau, in the direction of Lakkoi. The local dirt roads, again going through thick vegetation, are the final part of our trip as we end up back at our starting point.
Custom tours are a category that has to do with special preferences of our guests. It includes from multi-day bike tour packages, requests for private tours and finally exclusive difficult downhill tours. So if you have a preference that is not covered by the tours we offer separately, do not hesitate to send us your inquiry.
Daring Trails take pride in offering a bike tour experience unlike any other you will find in Chania or elsewhere. With the high quality e-bikes on offer, you will be able to tackle and overcome the harshest paths and toughest obstacles, going beyond the limitations of any similar bike tour or trekking expedition in the mountains of Chania.
The trails available not only reflect those capabilities, but are also designed with your satisfaction in mind. Varying levels of difficulty and challenge mean there is a bike tour for everyone and all rides will take you through wild, untamed terrain and sights of untold beauty.
Throughout the bike tour, you can always rely on the wealth of experience and knowledge of the brothers Akilas and Nontas Gerakakis. Your trusted local guides in this journey, they will ride where others will not and show you wonders hidden beyond.
Highly recommend it!! Besides, experience and good energy that these guys are sharing, they will drive you in places that even local people don’t know it. Don’t miss it if you are in the town!!
Thanks for the amazing adventure!! Very organised team…hope to cycle with you again soon!!!!
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For any question, please don’t hesitate to contact our team. We will be more than happy to assist you.
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+30 698 440 5216 / +30 698 067 8303
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Agias Triadas, Korakies, Chania
T: +30 698 440 5216
+30 698 067 8303
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