Quad Safari Crete: Ride Mountain Villages & Coastal Routes

Ride mountain terrain, walk through an almost-abandoned village, then drive the beach at Fodele

A quad safari in Crete where you ride an ATV through mountainous terrain and lush valleys, stopping to walk through a historic village and visit the birthplace of El Greco, then drive alongside a quiet beach. The guide leads you to viewpoints inaccessible by car and provides a driving lesson before you start. Duration is 3.5 hours. Helmet, fuel, action photos and videos are included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Quad Safari and Village Exploration

• Ride ATV through mountainous terrain
• Visit and walk through abandoned village
• Explore village of El Greco and drink orange juice
• Drive ATV along Fodele beach

The experience

You start with a driving lesson and safety briefing, then ride the ATV yourself through Crete's rugged mountain routes and green valleys. The guide leads you to vantage points built into the terrain, places you cannot reach on foot or by regular vehicle. Along the way you'll encounter obstacles and narrow passages that test your handling of the quad, but the routes are established and the guide stays with you throughout.

The first stop is an almost-abandoned mountainous village where you dismount and walk the streets with the guide, who explains the history and points out the most photogenic spots. The second village is known for fresh-squeezed orange juice and is the birthplace of Dominikos Theotokopoulos, the Renaissance painter known as El Greco. You can walk where he walked and see his childhood home, or sit by the river with a cold drink if you prefer to rest. Then you ride the ATV down to Fodele beach, driving alongside the quiet shore with the ocean and rolling waves just steps away.

The guide speaks English, French or Greek depending on your preference. Action videos and photos are captured during the ride and included with your booking. You'll need a valid car driving license to participate, and the operator provides all helmets and fuel.

What’s included

• ATV rental with fuel.
• helmet.
• driving lesson and guide services.
• action videos and photos of your ride.
• taxes.

Before you book

Lasts 3h 30m, from € 90 per group, with a live guide in English, French and Greek, as a private tour and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesNext departure: 10 Apr 2027

Book up to4h before

GroupUp to 20

Live guideEnglish, French and Greek

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Ela Quad Safari

Is this one for you?You ride the ATV yourself through the terrain (this is not a guided tour where you sit and watch), so it suits anyone who wants to handle the vehicle and navigate the mountain routes with the guide's support and instruction. The shared group format keeps the cost lower than a private quad safari, and the 3.5-hour length fits a half-day in your Crete itinerary without eating a full day.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, French and Greek.

Can I ride the quad if I've never driven an ATV before?

Yes. The quad safari includes a driving lesson at the start, so the guide teaches you how to handle the ATV before you set out on the mountain routes.

What happens at the villages we stop at?

At the first village, you walk through the almost-abandoned settlement with the guide, who shares its history and shows you the best views and photo spots. At the second village, you can visit the house where El Greco grew up and walk the streets he knew, or sit by the river and order fresh orange juice or iced coffee.

Do I need to bring my own helmet?

No. Helmets are provided and included with the tour. You do need to bring a valid car driving license.

What's included in the price?

The quad safari includes the ATV rental, fuel, helmet, a driving lesson, the guide's services, and action videos and photos taken during the ride. Taxes are also included.

Is this tour suitable if I have back or spine problems?

The quad safari is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, as the riding and terrain can put strain on the spine. If you have concerns about your fitness for the activity, contact the operator before booking.

How long does the whole experience take?

The quad safari runs for 3.5 hours from start to finish, including the driving lesson, the rides through the mountains and valleys, the village walks, and the beach stop.