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2-day Mirabello Bay Bike Tour, East Crete

Activity ID : 2627
Easy
2 days
Jan - Dec
Minimum participation limit 14 years
English, Greek
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Activity Description

2-day bike tour at the villages surrounding Mirabello Bay, at East Crete.

1st day

We meet at Heraklion in the morning and head towards Milatos, a charming traditional village 50 km east of Heraklion. Coffee time and breakfast on the beach of Milatos with a perfect view of the sea. We start from the village of Milatos and ascend to Milatos cave, where in 1823 Turks massacred their inhabitants. As we continue by passing through villages of the area, most of them retain their traditional architecture Stone houses have arched entrances, ornate walls from stone, and beautiful monasteries. We make a stop at Fournoi village for coffee and rest. Ascend to the village of Karudi, which is very close we see the Kardamoutsa and Aretiou monasteries, the architecture of Agion Oros with interesting collections of Byzantine icons of the Cretan Philosophy. Passing through the villages and Skinias and Louma we arrive at Vrouha village and descend to the Plaka beach. This route offers a panorama of the bay of Elounda and Spinalonga island with perfect waters.

Day 1 technical information :

  • Distance: 61,6 km
  • Min. elevation: 1 m
  • Max elevation: 559 m
  • Elevation ascent: 1418 m
  • Elevation descent: 1413 m

2nd day

We are Starting from the capital of the prefecture, the cosmopolitan city of Agios Nikolaos. We take a short walk through the town and head west towards Kritsa village.

Kritsa (altitude of 300 meters) is at the root of Kokkinos Brachos (red rock ) located in Kastelli village. The village has a beautiful view of Mirabello Bay. As we leave Kritsa we are heading north and for 3 km we see the old city of Lato, placed overlooking the sea and Lassithi mountains.

As we Descend and continue our journey from the small traditional villages of the area, we offer a panorama of nature with aromatic pines and eucalyptus.

We arrive in picturesque Neapolh, a small town with a beautiful public garden and neoclassical mansions. We continue with the last part of our journey, by passing through the traditional and beautiful Latsida and Vrachasi villages, and at last, we arrive at the beach of Milatos. Transfer returns us to Heraklion.

Day 2 technical information :

  • Distance: 46,4 km
  • Min. elevation: 1 m
  • Max elevation: 426 m
  • Elevation ascent: 965 m
  • Elevation descent: 964 m

Meals:

  • 1st Day: Lunch - Dinner
  • 2nd: Breakfast - Lunch

Technical Information for a total of 2 days :

  • Distance: 108 km
  • Min. elevation: 1 m
  • Max elevation: 559m
  • Elevation ascent: 2383 m
  • Elevation descent: 2377 m

Included

• Accommodation in Agios Nikolaos
• Wilier mountain bike & helmet
• Tour guide(s)
• Transfer from / to your Heraklion
• Meals as listed in the itinerary
• Drinking water while riding
• Support vehicle with all equipment follow during the tour

Not included

• Personal expenses and drinks
• Entrance fees to Museums and other sites

Do nοt forget

• Hat
• Towel
• Sunscreen
• Sunglasses
Cancellation policy

Cancellation policy

 

  • Cancellation 7 days or more prior to the agreed activity starting date. You are automatically reimbursed for the full activity price.
  • Cancellation between 3 and 7 days prior to the agreed activity starting date. You are entitled to a 50% reimbursement.
  • Cancellation 3 days or later are what we call last-minute cancellations. No reimbursements will be effected.

 

* If the activity is canceled by the activity provider (due to weather, non-completion of minimum entries, force majeure, etc.), the price of your activity, is refunded in full.


  •  Many activities are based on the weather, so it is recommended that you contact the company before the activity.
  • It is a good idea to be at the meeting point on time, before the scheduled start time.
  • After your reservation it is enough to give your details to the cooperating company so that you can carry out your activity. However, it is recommended that you have the booking confirmed in digital or printed form.
  • Read the benefits of the activity carefully to avoid possible extra charges from additional optional services.
  • Read the cancellation policy carefully before booking.

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Meeting Point

Region: Irakleio, Irakleio

Address: Heraklion, Crete Island

Notes: You will see the exact meeting point and start time of the bike ride at the time of booking

See also

Half Day Lasithi Jeep Tour
Irakleio, Irakleio
6 hours
from 89.00 € / person
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