Crete: Quad Safari, Olive Mill with Tasting & Ghost Village

Begin the tour at the Peninsula Resort and Spa with a short theoretical introduction and a quad driving lesson before the adventure begins. Follow a beautiful off-road cliff path along the sea and into the heights of Achlada away from traffic and in the midst of the most beautiful nature the area has to offer. The first stop of the safari lets you embark on a journey through time at the local olive mill. Learn about the rich history of traditional olive oil making, from the ancient Minioan age to modern fabrication, and enjoy a quick guided tour of the olive oil factory. At the end of the visit you get to enjoy a free tasting of local delicious olive oil and different types of local honey. Before we continue our journey to the long time ago and abruptly abandoned ghost village of Achlada, we enjoy a breathtaking view over the surrounding area. In the ghost village you will find out more about the background of the village, the ancient and traditional Cretan way of life and share a special personal moment with the last inhabitants of this village. Enjoy a walk through this village which is not accessible by any other means. From the heights of Achlada, pass in between the mountains surrounded by breathtaking nature before continuing to Fodele, a traditional Cretan village, also called the village of the oranges and birthplace of the famous painter El Greco.  Explore Crete’s culture and marvel at its local handicrafts. Take some time for shopping and a visit to the museum or to the village’s orthodox churches. Sit back and enjoy a famous freshly squeezed orange juice made from the local orange trees for a more relaxing experience. Return to the hotel at 1.00 p.m., just in time for lunch.