Quad Bike or Buggy Tour from Karteros in Heraklion

Heraklion is the capital of Crete in Greece and the island’s largest city. It is situated on the northern coast of Crete, overlooking the Aegean Sea. This quad/buggy tour in Heraklion departs from Karteros, a nearby seaside area.

For this excursion, you can choose to ride a quad bike or a buggy (800cc or 1000cc). The buggy or quad tour in Heraklion begins at the meeting point in Karteros (pick-up is included from listed locations, please specify when booking). Upon arrival, you'll meet the qualified instructor and receive your 450cc quad, 800cc Monster buggy, or 1000cc automatic buggy and helmet. You can choose to drive solo on the vehicle or with a passenger. After a quick safety briefing and instructions for operating the ATV, your adventure begins!

Following the guide, you'll set off on a thrilling ride from Karteros, venturing onto wild off-road routes. The route will be 75% off-road with speeds up to 30-35 km (19-22 mi), and 25% on-road with speeds up to 50-55 km (31-34 mi). For the quad bike tour in Heraklion, you'll pass through a deep stream and stop at a cave with historical significance. The guide will share insights and facts about the area. Then, you'll climb up the highest hill in the area, offering a panoramic view over Heraklion. Afterwards, you'll drive through the village of Prassa in the direction of Karteros Gorge.

For the buggy tour in Heraklion, your first stop will be at a lush forest beside St. Irene Church. You'll visit the old church and explore the beautiful countryside, learning more about its history. The journey continues to Mt. Juktas Ecological Park in Archanes, an extraordinary archaeological site of Fourni. Here, you'll get to see the Municipal Contemporary Theater and admire picturesque panoramic views. Then, you'll head to Karteros Gorge.

After exploring the gorge on the buggy or quad tour in Heraklion, you'll head to a local Greek tavern for a delicious Cretan lunch. You'll indulge in original flavours and soak up the tranquil atmosphere. To finish the off-road adventure, you'll head to Karteros Beach, a long stretch of sand with clear, shallow waters. If the weather allows, you'll go for a dip in the refreshing waters to cool off from the exhilarating ride! Then, you'll return to the starting point in Karteros. Please note this route is subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.

Discover the pristine backcountry of Heraklion on this adventurous ATV tour in Crete!