From Kolymbari: Ancient Diktyna & Hidden Beach Quad Safari
Description
Our quad safaris offer a unique Cretan adventure, blending thrilling exploration with authentic local insight. We delve deep into Rodopou, revealing hidden beaches, ancient sites, and stunning views. Our passionate, English-speaking guides share fascinating stories, enhancing your journey. We prioritize small, semi-private groups for a personalized experience. Our high-performance quads conquer diverse terrains. We adapt to conditions, ensuring your safety and enjoyment. We combine off-roading with swimming, history, and Cretan snacks, creating lasting memories.
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Itinerary
Starting from our base in Kolymbari, your quad safari adventure begins with a safety briefing before we set off to explore the wild beauty of the area. You'll traverse rugged trails, conquer scenic climbs, and witness breathtaking panoramic views of the Cretan coastline. Discover hidden beaches, explore ancient ruins, and experience the thrill of off-roading in a truly unforgettable landscape.
Our adventure begins with a scenic drive to the historic Odigitria Monastery, a peaceful sanctuary steeped in Cretan tradition
Following our thrilling quad ride, we'll arrive at the picturesque Afrata Beach.
Our quad safari explores the rugged beauty of the Rodopou Peninsula, traversing its diverse landscapes and revealing hidden gems.
Our quad safari culminates at the secluded Menies Beach, a hidden paradise
We'll journey through time as we explore the remnants of the Ancient Diktyna Sanctuary, a site of historical significance and breathtaking coastal views.
Our route takes us through the charming village of Ravdoucha, offering panoramic views of the coastline and a glimpse into traditional Cretan life
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Keep an eye out for our Fiat Doblo van! It will be arriving shortly to pick you up from the hotel lobby
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
- People with visual impairments
- Children under 6 years old (7-17yo can be passengers)
- Physical Drivers Licence class B is essential
Reviews(24)
We had an amazing quad tour from start to finish! Everything was perfectly organized, and we got to see so many beautiful places and stunning views along the way. A special thank you to Kostas, who was friendly, professional, and always made sure everyone was having a great time and felt comfortable. You could really tell that he put a lot of effort into making the experience enjoyable for everyone. The tour was a perfect mix of adventure, sightseeing, and fun. We would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Crete. Thank you for a fantastic day!
What a wonderful review, thank you! 😊 It makes me really happy to know you enjoyed the adventure from beginning to end. Sharing Crete’s hidden places, beautiful views, and stories while making everyone feel comfortable is exactly what we aim for. Your appreciation means a lot, and it was a pleasure creating these memories with you. Hope to ride together again someday! 🏍️🌿☀️ Warm regards, Konstantinos Adventure Beyond Chania
We took the quad tour in the afternoon, and it was simply magical. The course is really varied, a bit 'radical' as we like, with breathtaking landscapes throughout the journey. A huge thank you to our instructor who was top-notch: professional, reassuring, and super nice from start to finish. You feel safe while fully enjoying the adventure. The value for money is excellent for such a complete and memorable experience. This is clearly one of the best moments of my stay! I recommend it 100% without hesitation 👌
Merci infiniment pour ce magnifique retour ! 🙏 Je suis ravi que vous ayez apprécié le côté aventureux du parcours et la diversité des paysages. Nous essayons toujours de trouver le bon équilibre entre adrénaline, découverte et sécurité, alors vos mots nous font très plaisir. 😊 C’était un vrai plaisir de partager cette expérience avec vous. Savoir que cela fait partie des meilleurs moments de votre séjour est la plus belle récompense pour nous. Profitez bien du reste de vos aventures, et nous espérons vous revoir un jour sur les pistes crétoises ! 🏍️🌄☀️ Warm regards, Konstantinos Adventure Beyond Chania
This was an amazing and unforgettable experience. Our guide reassured us and taught us how to use the quads quickly and easily though it was our first time. The actual journey itself was breathtaking. We first went to the cave of St. John the Hernit and learned a ton of history from the region. Journeying along the roads were not busy and allowed us freedom to ride. The sights were beautiful and our guide gave context to everything we saw. The beach at the sanctuary of Diktina was amazing and a wonderful stop to refresh. The way back to Kolymvari was so beautiful m. It reminded me of Highway 1 in California except more beautiful and on quads. We really got to go fast which was fun. This was an amazing experience. Don’t forget a coat if you get chilly and sunscreen!!
Thank you so much for this amazing and detailed review! We’re truly happy to hear that everything—from booking to the last stop—was smooth, enjoyable, and memorable for you. It’s great to know you felt safe and confident. That’s exactly the kind of experience we aim to offer—fun, informative, and relaxed! We love showing guests the lesser-known side of Crete, and it’s wonderful to hear that you appreciated the hidden spots, the off-road fun, and of course… the well-deserved ice cream at the beach 😄 Thanks again for your kind words and for trusting us with a day of your trip. We'd be happy to welcome you back anytime! Warm wishes, The Adventure Beyond Chania Team
Such a beautiful way to see this side of Crete. Fantastic tour guide with a friendly and safe approach to quad biking for the first time! Stopping in the most beautiful spots with refreshments and stories of history. Thank you for a brilliant time!
Thank you so much for your lovely words! 🙏 I’m really glad your first quad experience felt safe, fun, and full of beautiful stops and stories. It was a pleasure guiding you and sharing this side of Crete. Hope to see you again for more adventures and hidden gems! 🏍️🌊 – Kostas, Adventure Beyond Chania
I did this tour with my partner and we shared one quad bike between us. There was plenty of opportunity to swap the rider. The groups are very small 3-4 quads in total so it is very intimate. The tour itself was amazing, it is the perfect way to see the true beauty of Crete! We stopped at a hidden beach for swim that is only accessible via a dirt track. The instructor lets you go at your as fast or as slow as you want and we would do it again 100%!
Thank you so much for this lovely review! 🙏 I’m really glad you and your partner enjoyed the tour, the flexibility of sharing the quad, and the small group atmosphere. Exploring Crete’s beauty and that hidden beach swim always makes the ride special. Happy you felt free to ride at your own pace—hope to see you again for round two! Kostas, Adventure Beyond Chania
I had an amazing experience with this company. As a person who had never driven a quad before I highly recommend. Kostas, our guide was very friendly, professional and made sure everyone felt comfortable. The pace of our trip was adjusted to our group. Views were breathtaking. Everything was explained clearly and the equipment was in very good condition. Kostas provided us with cold refreshments.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 🙏 I’m really glad you felt comfortable and safe on your very first quad ride—that’s exactly what we aim for. It was a pleasure guiding you, sharing the views, and keeping the pace relaxed for everyone. Your kind words mean a lot, and I hope to welcome you back for more adventures in Crete! 🏍️🌿🌅 – Kostas, Adventure Beyond Chania
Really great tour! We were a small group (4 people, 3 quads plus our guide Kostas). We chose the day tour (from Kolymbari to the hidden beach). The quads were very good, the guide excellent and very friendly, the trip a nice combination of small roads and dirt roads going up and down the peninsula and national park, with interesting stops and a quick swim in the hidden beach. Kostas was quite knowledgeable on the sites and history we met, thought of everything (masks for the dirt roads, water and even a very welcome surprise at the end of the trip..) My husband and I absolutely recommend this trip!! Thank you Kostas!!!
Thank you so much for this detailed and thoughtful review! 🙏 I’m delighted you enjoyed the mix of roads, views, history, and of course the hidden beach swim. It was a real pleasure guiding such a lovely small group and making sure everything was taken care of. Your recommendation means a lot—hope to welcome you back for more adventures in Crete! 🏍️🌊🌿 – Kostas, Adventure Beyond Chania
The tour is awesome ,definitely will recommend it to my friends! There are almost no cars on your way. We had ice-cream, water and incredible impression from the stunning mountains around us. The guide was very polite and explained a lot of interesting, historical things.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 🙏 I’m really glad you enjoyed the peaceful roads, the mountain views, and the little touches like ice cream and water along the way. Sharing Crete’s history and hidden beauty is always a joy. Your recommendation means a lot—hope to see you again soon! 🏍️🌿🍦 – Kostas, Adventure Beyond Chania
We had an amazing experience with Adventure Beyond Chania on an unforgettable quad bike safari! 🚙✨ Between breathtaking scenery and stops in places steeped in history, everything was perfectly organized. A real favorite! Thank you to the team for this memorable adventure 🙌💛
Quelle joie de lire votre message. Vous nous avez donné le sourire jusqu’aux sommets des montagnes crétoises ! 🏔️✨ Merci d’avoir partagé cette aventure avec nous, entre panoramas époustouflants et trésors cachés de l’histoire locale. Votre enthousiasme est notre meilleure récompense. Revenez quand vous voulez, nos quads ronronnent déjà à l’idée de vous revoir ! Avec toute notre gratitude et un nuage de poussière bienveillante, L’équipe d’Adventure Beyond Chania 🏍️💛
Excellent value for money! Guide at the top and invested for its customers, incredible setting. Visit a historic place and stop at a beautiful beach. Experience at the top.
Merci beaucoup pour votre super retour ! Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez apprécié l’équilibre entre nature, histoire et détente. Εt encore plus que vous ayez ressenti notre engagement à rendre l’expérience unique pour chaque visiteur. C’était un plaisir de partager ces paysages incroyables avec vous. Revenez quand vous voulez, la plage et les quads vous attendent ! 🏖️🏍️ À bientôt pour de nouvelles aventures, Konstantinos – Adventure Beyond Chania 🌿✨
