Things to do in Sitia

Discover the mountains of Crete on a guided quad biking tour. Go offroad and ride along dusty tails as you explore Sisi, Vrahasi, and St. Georg'se Monastery on this unique tour. Start with pickup from your hotel and get set up with your ATV, including an introductory lesson for beginners. Start the adventure by riding uphill to the Omalia Olive Press and taste some olive oil produced onsite. Arrive at the port of Malia and Potamos Beach, and enjoy the views of the surroundings. Continue on the dirt roads to explore the narrow streets of the quaint fishing village of Sisi. Head off-road along a dusty route passing by the traditional village of Vrachasi until you reach the St. George Selinari Monastery, where you can stop for a short break. Next, hit the off-road trail again and travel through a lush landscape of vineyards and olive forests to reach the chapel of the Prophet Elias. From here, relax and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views, before returning to the starting point, with drop-off at your hotel.

Start your day tour discovering the beautiful east part of Crete! Visit Toplou, a 15th-century monastery located in a dry and barren area. Toplou monastery is one of the most significant monasteries in Crete, dedicated to Panagia (Virgin Mary) and St. John the Theologian. Continue the tour to visit the largest palm forest in Europe, Vai Palm Beach. The palm forest draws thousands of visitors each year. They come not only for its wonderful palm forest, but also for the large sandy beach spread out at its foot. Last stop of the day the cozy town of Sitia, with a lovely beach road and Venetian castle. Detailed Time Schedule: Morning Pick Up We will start collecting participants from pick-up points in the morning. Depending on the place of your hotel/apartment the bus drive will differ. Bus Drive to Toplou: 2 hours amd 30 minutes 1nd stop: Toplou Monastery – 40 minutes Our participants willenjoy a visit to the historical and beautiful Monastery of Toplou.There they will spend about 40' of guided time and free time to take photos of the unique architecture and the Cretan Natural landscape outdoors. Bus Drive to Vai Beach: 20 minutes 2rd stop: Vai Beach – 2 hours and 30 minutes Stop at Vai, the biggest natural palm forest in Europe. Enjoy your free time to swim, sunbathe, have lunch and take photos of this exotic landscape of Crete. Bus Drive to Sitia: 30 minutes 3rd stop: Sitia – 1 hour and 20 minutes Participants will enjoy some free time to explore the town on their own pace, walk by the cosmopolitan beach road, have a coffee at a traditional cafe or taste the delicious local homemade sweets. End of the tour – Arrival at resorts: Embarkation in the buses and drive back to the hotels where we gathered participants in the morning. Depending on traffic and on the pick-up places of each one, the time of journey back to the hotel will differ. Return Bus Drive to Heraklion: Around 2 – 3 hours hours

Discover the eastern part of Crete on a full-day tour from Ierapetra. Visit the traditional village of Lithines, the beach-side town of Sitia, the Toplou Monastery, and the Vai Palm Beach. Start your tour with a drive through Makry Gialos and head to the eastern part of the island. Stop in Lithines, a traditional Cretan village. Walk around the picturesque streets and enjoy a cup of Greek coffee. Continue to Sitia, a beach-side town ideal for a walk by the beautiful promenade. Enjoy your coffee with a unique view of Sitia's harbor. Visit the Toplou Monastery and walk around this great monument. Take pictures and taste their famous local wine. End your trip in Vai Palm Beach with its magnificent landscape and crystal-clear water. Have enough time to swim and enjoy the sun, take pictures, and enjoy your lunch by the beach.

Join us on an unforgettable adventure to the hidden gem of Exo Mouliana village! At 8:30 am we will set off from Sitia to the picturesque village of Exo Mouliana to reach the entrance of Richtis. Our adventure begins at 9:00am as we hike through the Gorge, winding our way under the lush green with the cicadas accompanying us with their song. The pièce de résistance awaits! 20 minutes before the end our hike, we'll stumble upon a breathtaking waterfall, where we'll take a refreshing dip and capture unforgettable photos. As we continue our journey, the gorge will lead us to the pebbled and rugged beach of Exo Mouliana, where we'll indulge in delicious homemade snacks accompanied by traditional Cretan music. It's the perfect setting to unwind and soak up the sun. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to experience the beauty of Crete! Join us for an unforgettable adventure in Exo Mouliana and make memories that will last a lifetime. Inclusions: ·Transfers from/ to Sitia with a Mercedes minivan ·Knowledgeable and experienced escort ·Snacks which may include spinach & cheese pie, meat balls, greek salad, pita bread, tzatziki dip, fruit salad (subject to change) ·Drinks (1 bottle of water and 1 beer or soft drink per guest) ·Groups are semi private (from 4 to maximum 11 attendees) Logistics: Meeting point: [to be advised] at 8:15am Departure time from Sitia: 8:30am Hiking duration: 2 hours, with 30 minutes of leisure time at the waterfall Leisure time at the beach for snacks: 1 hour (please let us know of any allergies or dietary restrictions) Departure time from Richtis: 12:30pm Arrival time back in Sitia: 1:00pm Participants should wear suitable shoes and clothes for hiking/walking in nature and have with them a small backpack with all the necessary accessories (sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, water) for the activity, as well as any medication they might be taking. We need to be informed in advance in case of any health conditions. Please note that the activity is subject to change due to weather conditions (e.g. extremely hot or windy weather). Your safety is our number one priority.