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Experience the Beauty of Crete on an Eco-Friendly Bicycle Tour
Looking for an exciting and eco-friendly way to explore the natural beauty of the area? Consider taking a bicycle tour with the Balos Travel agency! Our cycling tours and bicycle outings offer a unique alternative to traditional forms of tourism, allowing you to experience the breathtaking landscapes of our region while also raising your ecological awareness.
Our mission is to promote ecotourism and encourage visitors to show more respect for the environment. We offer fully equipped mountain bicycles in great condition, complete with a helmet and safety lock. Additionally, we can plan a route that caters to your cycling preferences.
All of our cycling tours are led by local escorts, providing you with a personalized and informative experience. Whether you’re interested in exploring the countryside, visiting historical landmarks or enjoying a leisurely ride along the coast, we have a tour that will suit your interests.
By choosing a bicycle tour with the Balos Travel agency, you not only get to experience the natural beauty of our area, but you also get to enjoy the many benefits of cycling. Cycling is a low-impact form of exercise that can improve your cardiovascular health, reduce stress and boost your mood. It’s also an environmentally-friendly mode of transportation that produces no emissions.
To learn more about our cycling tours or to make a reservation, fill out our Request Form, call us at +30 28220 22900 / +30 694 7091549, or send an email to info@balos-travel.com. And if you just want to rent a mountain bike without a tour program or escort, be sure to check out our Bicycle Rentals.
Cycling Tours
Explore the stunning Kissamos Bay with this 4-5 hour tour of Nopigia. Take in the panoramic views of the bay and visit the stone theatre, church and beach. Spot wild goats and birds of prey as you bike through the rich landscape filled with flowers, herbs and trees.
Price: 40 € per person (minimum of 4 people)
Program:
- Morning start at 08:00
- Duration of 4 hours
- Return around 12:00
Included:
- Guide
- Bicycle
- Helmet
- Personal insurance
- Traditional snack
- VAT & all taxes
Details:
- Total distance: 20 km
- Route difficulty: Very low
- Course hours: 2-3 hours
- Tour hours: 4 hours
Embark on a 4-hour cycling tour of Potamida village, located 10 km east of Kissamos. Bike through dirt roads lined with olive trees and rivers before arriving at the village. Take a ride through traditional cafes and homes, and visit the village square. Witness the unique geophysical phenomenon “komolithoi| before taking the way back through gardens and olive trees.
Price: 40 € per person (minimum of 4 people)
Program:
Morning start at 08:00
Duration of 4 hours
Return around 12:00
Included:
- Guide
- Bicycle
- Helmet
- Personal insurance
- Traditional snack
- VAT & all taxes
Details:
- Total distance: 18 km
- Route difficulty: Low
- Course hours: 2-3 hours
Tour hours: 4 hours
Challenge yourself with this extreme cycling tour of Kounoupitsa. Starting from the center of Kissamos, bike uphill to the village of Kounoupitsa. Admire the bay and two capes on the hill of Kissamos. Continue biking through the village until reaching the highest point to start a unique downhill ride back to the starting point.
Price: 40 € per person (minimum of 4 people)
Program:
- Morning start at 08:00
- Duration of 4 hours
- Return around 12:00
Included:
- Guide
- Bicycle
- Helmet
- Personal insurance
- Traditional snack
- VAT & all taxes
Details:
- Total distance: 12 km
- Route difficulty: Hard
- Course hours: 2 hours
- Tour hours: 3 hours
Explore the unique natural landscape of the hinterland with this tour. We pass through many small picturesque villages with olive trees, plane trees, cypress trees, almond trees, and colorful gardens while meeting small chapels along the way.
Price: 40 € per person (minimum of 4 people)
Program:
- Morning start (08:00)
- Duration: 4 hours
- Return around 12:00
Included:
- Guide
- Bicycle
- Helmet
- Personal insurance
- Traditional snack
- VAT and all taxes
Details:
- Total distance: 12 km
- Route difficulty: Hard
- Course hours: 3-4 hours
Tour hours: 5 hours
Experience the breathtaking views of the Gulf of Kissamos and Falasarna with this tour. We cycle through rural roads with olive trees and various crops of the region, rare endemic plants of Crete, as well as plants with great aromatic, bee-related and cosmetic properties.
Price: 50 € per person (minimum of 4 people)
Program:
- Morning start (08:00)
- Duration: 6 hours
- Return around 14:00
Included:
- Guide
- Bicycle
- Helmet
- Personal insurance
- Traditional snack
- VAT and all taxes
Details:
- Total distance: 25 km
- Route difficulty: Hard
- Course hours: 3-4 hours
Tour hours: 6 hours
Visit the historic village of Polirinia with this tour. We head south between Cretan villages in a picturesque natural landscape, arriving at the historic village Polirinia with a panoramic view at 420 meters.
We then tour the newest village of Polirinia before heading to the ancient settlement, which dates back to the 11th century BC. Nowadays, it’s regarded as one of the region’s most significant archaeological sites.
Price: 50 € per person (minimum of 4 people)
Program:
- Morning start (08:00)
- Duration: 6 hours
- Return around 14:00
Included:
- Guide
- Bicycle
- Helmet
- Personal insurance
- Traditional snack
- VAT and all taxes
Details:
- Total distance: 25 km
- Route difficulty: Hard
- Course hours: 4-5 hours
Tour hours: 6 hours
Experience the beauty of the Balos lagoon as you cycle along the coast, admiring the amazing scenery along the way.
To get to the village of Kalyviani, we head northwest along the coast after leaving town. As we cycle for approximately 11 kilometers, we take in the stunning views of Kissamos Bay until we reach the end of the road. From there, we hike for about half an hour until we reach the stony stairs that lead to the breathtaking Balos lagoon. During the tour, we’ll take breaks to rest and appreciate the stunning scenery around us.
The lagoon’s blue-green waters, wild beauty, and incredible landscapes are just as beautiful as any other exotic destination. In addition to the lagoon’s beauty, the area boasts a great diversity of rare plants and small animals that are unique to this part of the world.
Price: 50 € per person (minimum of 4 people)
Program:
- Start time: 08:00 AM
- Duration: 6-7 hours
- Return time: approximately 3:00 PM
Included:
- Guide
- Bicycle
- Helmet
- Personal insurance
- Traditional snack
- VAT & all taxes
Details:
- Total distance: 28 km
- Route difficulty: Hard
- Course hours: 4-5 hours
- Tour hours: 6-7 hours
