Hotel & Bike

Treasures of Crete · Greece

From 2490 €

Islandhopping
Cycling Tours
Pearls of Southern Crete – Hotel & Ebike + Hiking | Guided ebike & hotel tour in Greece

Route
from Chania / to Chania

Duration
7 days /
6 nights

Distance
110 km by e-bike
& 27 km by foot

Level 3 / 5

Level 1 / 5
Cycling tours through predominantly flat terrain, mostly on paved bike paths or well-maintained roads. Suitable for cyclists who can handle several-hour-long bike tours.

Level 2 / 5
Cycling tours through gently rolling terrain with ascents of up to approximately 150 meters. Mostly on paved bike paths and low-traffic roads. Suitable for cyclists who enjoy multi-hour tours and can confidently handle descents.

Level 3 / 5
Cycling tours through hilly terrain with longer ascents of up to approximately 250 meters. Mostly on paved roads, occasionally on unpaved gravel paths. Suitable for cyclists who ride regularly and can confidently navigate varying surface conditions.

Level 4 / 5
Cycling tours through hilly to mountainous terrain with some steeper ascents of up to approximately 400 meters. Requires confident riding on winding descents, uneven asphalt, and occasionally gravel paths. All tours can be mastered more easily with electronic assistance

Level 5 / 5
Cycling tours through mountainous terrain with demanding ascents exceeding 500 meters. Requires excellent bike handling, even on descents with steep hairpin turns and unpaved paths. All tours can be mastered more easily with electronic assistance.

Discover Southern Crete by ebike and on foot

Crete is a place of exceptional beauty and varied landscapes, untouched nature, archaeological highlights, crystal clear blue sea and sandy beaches wait to be explored.

Experience the diverse mountain world of the Island of Minos by e-bike, hike through the world-famous Samaria Gorge and enjoy a boat trip to the Elafonisi National Park. Another unforgettable cruise takes us from the ancient site of Lissos to Paleochora. Look forward to great swimming spots and atmospheric sunsets. A stay in Chania, the most beautiful city in Crete, is the perfect start and end to your trip.

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Highlights

Culture: A traditional Greek evening with local cousin and traditional dance

Nature: The natural paradise, Elafonisi, a protected habitat for Caretta Caretta turtles

Activity: A hike through the spectacular Samaria Canyon

Culinary: Local Cretan dishes, such as squid with fennel and olives

Souvenir: Olives, olive oil, and honey

Itinerary

Individual arrival in Chania, the capital of Crete, and transfer to your hotel in Chania. Check-in at your hotel is possible from 3pm. The afternoon is at your leisure. Take a stroll through the wonderful Venetian old town of Chania or simply relax at the hotel. During the first group dinner, you will get to know your guides and fellow travelers. Afterwards, the tour guides will give you an overview of the coming week and all planned activities. (Catering: Dinner)

After breakfast, check out of your hotel in Chania. Your transfer bus will then take you to Paleochora, where you will check into your hotel and then start your first e-bike tour, which will take you to the Monastery of the 99 Priests, where you will hear the story of John the Hermit and the Holy Fathers. Lunch will be served in Azogires, combined with a visit to the worth-seeing open-air folklore museum. This will be followed by an approximately two-hour hike with wonderful panoramic views that leads you to and through the Anydroi Gorge until you reach a secluded sandy beach to the beach. Here, the deep blue sea invites you to take a dip before returning to your hotel by transfer bus or optionally by e-bike. In the evening, your tour guide will invite you on a guided walk through Paleochora before you can round off the day with an individual dinner in a local taverna. (Catering: Breakfast, Lunch)

Today, you can look forward to an extended bike tour through the fascinating mountain world of southern Crete! Take your e-bike to Sklavopoula, where you will first visit a small 13th-century church with original wall paintings to admire. From here, you will cycle through picturesque countryside, stopping for a leisurely lunch break before continuing on to Krios beach. Here, the sparkling Mediterranean Sea invites you to take a long swim, and there is also plenty of time for a coffee break before heading back to Paleochora. In the evening, you can dine at a restaurant of your choice; your tour guides will be happy to recommend places that are particularly good. (Catering: Breakfast, Lunch)

Today’s tour is a wonderful combination of biking, hiking and boating. An incredible nature experience awaits us on this cycling tour through the mountains of Paleochora. We start today’s tour again from Paleochora and cycle up to the mountain villages of Temenia and Prodromoi. In Temenia, we take a well-deserved break for lunch at a great mountain tavern, which serves traditional Cretan cuisine including a very tasty specialty: a homemade chestnut stew. A relaxed descent is then followed to the starting point known E-4 track to the ancient city of Lissos, where the incredibly well-preserved sanctuary of the god of healing, Asklepios and a newly excavated amphitheater. Following our visit to this archaeological site, we board a charter boat sail to a cave. Here we will have the opportunity to take a dip in the shimmering waters before returning to the port of Paleochora, where dinner is on an individual base. (Catering: Breakfast, Lunch)

A trip to Crete without visiting the famous Samaria Gorge is unimaginable. A walk through this gorge allows for an unbelievable nature experience and also gives us a physical challenge. There are approximately 1,200 meters of elevation along the hike and the walk itself lasts around 6.5 hours. In the morning, we take a transfer bus to the starting point of the hike at the top end of the Samaria Gorge. On the way we enjoy a picnic in the canyon to restore our energy levels. The village of Agia Roumeli lies at the lower end of the Samaria Gorge where we enjoy a late lunch in a traditional tavern. There is also time for a swim before we board the exclusive charter boat which takes us back Paleochora, where you later may go for an individual dinner. (Catering: Breakfast, Lunch)

Another day full of adventure! After breakfast, check out of the hotel. Then enjoy an unforgettable trip on a privately chartered boat to the natural paradise of Elafonisi. There you will find exotic beaches with white and pink sand and turquoise water on both sides of the peninsula, reminiscent of the Caribbean. Various rare species, such as the endangered Caretta Caretta turtles, find refuge here. These are more than enough good reasons to spend some time in Elafonisi, swimming and enjoying a coffee or a cool drink. Afterwards, the boat will take you back to Paleochora, where you will have lunch and then be transferred to Chania. After checking into the hotel, you will enjoy a guided city tour and then round off your eventful trip with a special farewell dinner. (Catering: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Goodbye Crete! After breakfast, check out of the hotel and return home or extend your holiday on Crete individually. If you are already on your way home today, our shared transfer will take you back to Chania airport or ferry port. If possible, please book a flight that departs after 12 noon to ensure a stress-free journey home. (Catering: Breakfast)

Accommodation

Chania: Hotel Porto Veneziano

In Chania, you will stay at the Porto Veneziano Hotel. A private balcony overlooking the old Venetian harbour of Chania and the hotel's eco-friendly equipment (Coco-Mat) are just some of the things that make this hotel special. The delicious breakfast made from Cretan recipes will also give you a great taste experience. Free Wi-Fi is available. Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of the hotel. Please note: Hotel booking is subject to availability. If the prefered Hotel is not available, we will provide an equivalent substitute.…

Paleochora: Hotel Relax

Just 50 meters from Pachia Ammos Beach in Paleochora and 100 meters from the center, Hotel Relax awaits you with an outdoor pool, a spacious sun terrace and a rooftop garden with sea views. Relax offers nice apartments with free Wi-Fi and a furnished balcony and air conditioning, as well as a bathroom with shower and hairdryer. A flat-screen TV is also available. Please note: Hotel booking is subject to availability. If the prefered Hotel is not available, we will provide an equivalent substitute.…

Arial view with pool hotel relax in Paleochora

Hotel Porto Veneziano
Hotel Relax

Rental Bikes

Our E-Bikes

All our e-bikes are high quality pedelecs, most of which are fitted with Bosch motors with extra battery range. They are characterized by their relatively light weight and great components. Some of our fleet are equipped with other motor systems. With an Islandhopping e-bike, you will be able to climb almost any hill with ease. They are a true set of wings for anyone who needs a little ‘tail wind’ to make their ride that little bit more enjoyable. …

Booking Request

Additional exclusive dates for group enquiries from 8 to a maximum of 20 people are available in April, May, June, September, October and November. Please note that the final travel price depends on various factors, including group size, room selection, available hotels, and any additional services booked. If you are interested, please use the linked contact form to send us your proposed dates. We look forward to providing you with a non-binding offer.

Contact Form for groups

Time Period	Tour	Country	Accommodation	Route	Availability	Price from The final price is dependent on the type of cabin, the number of guests staying in the cabin and any additional services booked.
May 2026
16.05. The minimum number of participants is not yet reached 16.05. – 22.05.	Hotel & Bike Treasures of Crete	Greece	Hotel Crete	Chania bis Chania	on request	2490,00 €	To Booking
October 2026
10.10. The minimum number of participants is not yet reached 10.10. – 16.10.	Hotel & Bike Treasures of Crete	Greece	Hotel Crete	Chania bis Chania	on request	2490,00 €	To Booking

7-day hotel, e- bike and hiking tour
2 nights in a double room at the Porto Veneziano Hotel in Chania
4 nights in a double room at the Relax Hotel in Paleochora
6 x breakfast, 5 x lunch, 2 x dinner (as in description)
Bottled mineral water and soft drinks during activities described
Guided city tours in Chania and Paleochora
Guided e-bike tours and hikes as in program
Transfers between Chania airport or ferry port and the hotel in Chania on arrival and departure day
Escort vehicle on all e-bike tours
All minibus transfers during the trip (as in description)
Private boat charter on 3 days
Greek evening with dinner and live music
Entrance for group visits to museums and archaeological sites
English and German speaking tour guide

Journey to Crete
Meals other than those included in the itinerary
All alcoholic beverages
Entrance for individually visited sights
Beach towel (if required) - please bring your own
Tips for tour guides and staff
SGR Insolvency protection (5€ per person)

⇒ SGR Insolvency protection (mandatory consumer contribution SGR insolvency protection guarantee scheme: € 5 per person - will be specified separately on the booking confirmation)

Single room surcharge	800 euro
Rental bike	E-bike: 250 euro/week
Insurance against theft and damage of the rental bike (Not insured: grossly negligent damages)	E-bike: 20 euro/week
Exclusive transfers	Price on request
Additional nights on Crete	Price on request
Multi-day extension programs in Athens, Santorini or Meteora	Price on request

With three persons sharing a cabin (limited availability), we offer a 200 euro discount per person on the tour base price (not combinable with other discounts).
Children up to the age of 16 receive a discount of 200 euro on the tour base price (double occupancy, not combinable with other discounts). When travelling with children, we recommend our Multi-Adventure Tours in Greece and Croatia which are specifically curated for families and offer family-friendly pricing.
If this is your second Islandhopping tour booked directly with us, you will receive our Welcome-back-discount of 3% on the basic tour price.
If this is your third or more Islandhopping tour booked directly with us, you will receive our Loyalty-discount of 5% on the basic tour price.

Arrival - How to get there

Arrival by plane

This tour starts and ends in Chania on Crete. Arrival by plane is the fastest, cheapest and most comfortable way to travel.

The nearest airport is Chania Airport (CHQ).

When booking your flights, please choose a return flight that leaves no earlier than midday, if possible, to ensure a stress-free journey home.

Arrival by ferry

Of course, it is also possible to take a ferry to Crete. Ferries to/from Crete run from/to Athens, from/to the island of Kythira in the south of the Peloponnese and from/to numerous islands of the Cyclades. The nearest ferry port is the port of Chania. For information about all domestic ferry connections please visit www.greekferries.gr

Transfer Options

To get from the airport or ferry terminal to your hotel, you can book individual transfers with us (prices and availability will be provided upon request).

For all transfers, a reservation with our office team is required, including your exact flight details and hotel address.

Anreise mit dem Pkw

Address for navigation system:

Akti Enoseos, Chania 731 32, Greece

Travelling to Crete by car can take an extremely long time and can be fairly costly. Therefore, we would suggest only driving to Crete if you are planning on spending a longer time either on Crete or in other Greek regions. Ferries to/from Crete run from/to Athens, from/to the island of Kythira in the south of the Peloponnese and from/to a number of the Cyclades islands.

by plane
by ferry
Transfer Options
Per Pkw

If you would like to extend your trip

Additional nights in Athens

As many flights to Crete require connecting flights in Athens, a longer stopover in the Greek capital is also recommended. We would be happy to arrange additional nights with breakfast in Athens. The 2004 Olympic Games held in the Greek capital had an incredibly positive effect on the lively 5-million-strong metropolis. Large areas of the city centre were converted into pedestrian zones and a vast archaeological park was created around the Acropolis. A stroll through the many winding alleys of the Plaka, the charming old town quarter, is a wonderful way to spend a warm summers evening.

Hotel room with double bed, on top of which is a breakfast tray

Extension program in Athens

You can also extend your Crete Hotel & Bike Tour with our 3-day extension program in the Greek capital. With so much to see in Athens, this 3-day extension program allows for a true all-round experience in the city of seemingly countless possibilities. Transfers are included as well as two overnight stays in a hotel in the city centre, a guided bike tour through Athens, entrance to the Acropolis, and dinner at a typical Greek tavern.

5 caryatids of the Athens acropolis with the city of Athens in the background

Extension Program Meteora

Extend your stay at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Meteora with our three-day program, offering both organized activities and free time. The package includes travel to Meteora, two nights in a hotel in Kalabaka or Kastra-ki, a treasure hunt in Kalabaka, and a guided activity of your choice (e-bike tour, hike, or horseback riding) to explore the famous Meteora rocks and monasteries. Enjoy dinner at a traditional Greek taverna.

Extension program Santorini

Combine your Islandhopping tour with our 4-day additional program on Santorini. The queen of the Aegean enchants with its breathtaking caldera and colorful cliffs. Included in the program are transfers, three overnight stays with breakfast, an optional guided sea kayak tour close to the Red Beach, an E-bike tour on Santorini or a culinary caldera sunset walk.

Blue domed roof churches on the cliffs of Santorini with view to sea

Additional Nights Athens
Extension Program Athens
Extension Program Meteora
Extension program Santorini

Important information

CYCLING LEVEL 3 / 5: The cycling routes require a good fitness level from the participants. The routes have a length of 10 - 32 mi./17 – 50 km through hilly or mountainous terrain. There are, however, no time constraints. The bike tours generally have a total of about 1,000 - 2,300 feet/300 – 700 m of elevation and there are some longer climbs too. Most of the roads we cycle along are asphalted and mostly traffic free. Your tour guide will inform you in detail about the requirements needed for the individual tours each day. Should you decided at any point that you do not want to take part in one of the tours, you are free to take a half or a full day off to swim or use the time as you wish.

Hiking (Level 3): The hiking tours require a high level of fitness from participants. The routes have a length of 3 - 10 mi./4.5 – 16 km and lead through mountainous terrain. However, there are no time constraints. The hikes will mostly lead through gorges or along well-developed trails. Your tour guide will inform you of the requirements for the planned tour each day. We strongly recommend that you bring good hiking boots. Flip-flops or similar shoes are not suitable for the hikes offered. Should you prefer to skip the hike and spend a half or a full day swimming or enjoying another activity you are most welcome to do so.

Due to our international audience all our Crete tours are conducted bilingually, in English and German.

We reserve the right to make changes to the planned route due to changing wind and weather conditions, and where required by organizational necessities.

Helmets are mandatory on our ebike tours. It is advised to bring your own, well fitted, helmet with you as our rental helmet numbers are limited (reservation required).

We believe that only children in a good physical condition and with a minimum age of 10 and previous bicycle tour experience are able to master the cycle tours with their own strength. Please note that the minimum height for a rental bike is 1.50 m (5 ft.) for hybrid bikes.

For the best tour experience with children, we recommend our Multi-Adventure Cruises in Croatia or Greece. We are convinced that these itineraries provide the best all-round experience for each individual family member.

Catering on this tour includes 6 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 2 dinners. An ample breakfast is served every morning in the hotel. Lunch is included on all days which have activities either in traditional Cretan restaurants serving local dishes or as a barbeque pic-nic on route. During the week, four of the dinners are not pre-organized so that you can choose where you would like to eat. There are numerous beautiful taverns where traditional cuisine can be tasted and enjoyed. Your tour guide will be happy to give you recommendations for restaurants for these days if requested.

Round the clock internet is available in your hotel in Paleochora and Chania.

Cycling clothing including a helmet
Hiking boots
Swimsuit and beach towel
Sunscreen
Hat
Small backpack for hiking tours

Treasures of Crete · Greece

Discover Southern Crete by ebike and on foot

Highlights

Itinerary

Accommodation

Chania: Hotel Porto Veneziano

Paleochora: Hotel Relax

Rental Bikes

Our E-Bikes

Booking Request

May 2026

October 2026

Arrival - How to get there

Arrival by plane

Arrival by ferry

Transfer Options

Anreise mit dem Pkw

If you would like to extend your trip

Additional nights in Athens

Extension program in Athens

Extension Program Meteora

Extension program Santorini

Important information

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