The 10 Best Crete Quad Bike Tours

1.From Rethymno: Half-Day Quad Bike Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,444 reviews · 4 hours · from $70Our pick

From Rethymno, you’ll ride an automatic quad through mountain roads, gravel tracks, shallow water, and narrow routes around Maroulas. Guides such as Nikolas and Nicolas provide safety help, while stops include a traditional kafeneion, Café Gidospito above Lake Potami, and Prassies. Quads are shared unless you book a single vehicle.

“so much value for money, way more actual quadding than expected and some really fun terrain and views. if you both have a driving license I really recommend planning to swap riders because it was so fun both getting a go. our guide was great and so was the other guide who was part of the other group (two groups go separately but stuck kind of together) - well worth the money and so much fun. would do again! transfers were also super timely to take us to the quad base”

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2.Crete: Quad Safari, Olive Mill with Tasting & Ghost Village

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,004 reviews

Drive a two-person quad from Peninsula Resort with Stan or another multilingual guide, following off-road tracks above Agia Pelagia to an olive mill, Achlada’s abandoned village, and Fodele, birthplace of El Greco. Expect a safety lesson, sea views, olive oil and honey tasting, local stories, and a freshly squeezed orange juice stop.

“Stan and his team was excellent! I booked them the next day for the sunset and was absolutely amazing! Thank youu”

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3.Agia Pelagia Quad Safari to Discover the Authentic Crete

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 877 reviews Top rated

Drive a supervised quad from Agia Pelagia along quiet tracks, cliff roads, and mountain routes to Achlada’s abandoned village and Fodele, El Greco’s birthplace. Guides such as Stan and Elyes add local history and humor. Expect easy riding, beautiful viewpoints, some paved roads, dust, and time for orange juice, shopping, or a museum visit.

“Nous avons opté pour le quad safari au couché de soleil et je recommande à ce moment là. Paysage top, magnifique couché de soleil. Possibilité de faire des photos avec ou sans quad. Dégustation local sur le chemin. Par contre, il n'y a pas trop de hors routes donc pas de sensation. Notre guide été vraiment parfait, nous fait découvrir le coin et avec une touche d'humour : on recommande.”

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4.Georgioupolis Quad ATV Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 714 reviews · 4 hours · from $76

From Georgioupolis, you’ll ride a two-person quad through mountain roads, dirt tracks, villages, and small gorges with an English or Greek-speaking guide. Erion is one of the guides associated with the tour. Expect safety practice, big White Mountain views, fruit and water stops, and visits to traditional and modern olive oil mills.

“Perfect experience. You simply have to see it for yourself. The quads were very fun, the guides did the utmost to ensure everyone’s safety and the sights along the way were stunning.”

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5.Quad Safari Off-Road Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 549 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $78

Spend about eight hours riding new CF450cc or CF520cc quads around Malia, with beginner instruction, helmets, fuel, insurance, lunch, and a small group of up to 15 people. You’ll visit Profitis Ilias, an olive oil factory, Milatos Cave, fishing villages, and Potamos Beach. Guides such as Madi and Mehdi are known for clear safety help and a good sense of humor.

“I have two teenage boys and decided this would be a super fun tour for the three of us. It was by far top two favorite excursions on our cruise. The only downside was I didn’t realize the boys had to be 23 to drive their own quad so they had to ride on the back of mine and the tour guides; however, it turned out to be a blast, and they still had a great time. We loved the stop at the Olive Mill. The owner explained the process of making olive oil and we were able to taste a ton of olive oil and olives. We took the…”

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6.Crete: Off-Road Quad Safari Evening Tour with Hotel Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 474 reviews · 4 hours · from $67Best value

Ride a guided ATV through Crete’s mountain tracks, olive groves, vineyards, and seaside villages. This four-hour evening trip includes hotel transfer, a beginner briefing, olive-oil tasting, Sisi, Vrachasi, St. George Selinari Monastery, and sunset views from Prophet Elias chapel. Groups are limited to eight, and drivers need a physical license and ID.

“Was such a fun afternoon. The views were stunning and such a fun way to explore this part of this beautiful island. The guide was really friendly and nice, while making sure that we were safe on the ‘off road’ parts of the trip. Fantastic way to spend the afternoon”

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7.Quad Safari Tour – Explore The Wild Side of Crete

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 410 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Drive a quad through Crete’s hills, coastal tracks, and traditional villages with a guide such as George. After a safety lesson, you’ll visit nearly abandoned Achlada, pause by Fodele Beach, and explore El Greco’s village. Fuel, helmet, and action photos are included. A valid car driving license is required.

“Brilliant adventure, beautiful views and so much fun! George was really informative and welcoming!. Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to book!”

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8.Malia: Off-Road Quad Safari Tour with Lunch and Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 137 reviews · 6 hours · from $89

Spend six hours driving or sharing a quad through olive groves, vineyards, mountain tracks, and coastal roads near Malia. Guides including Nikos and Andrej lead the route, with stops in Vrachasi and Sisi, a swim, free coffee, lunch, and hotel pickup. Expect dust, mountain views, and a genuinely active day.

“Tour route was lovely! Beautiful views along the way”

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9.From Rethymno: Half-Day Off-Road Buggy Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 133 reviews · 4 hours · from $100

You’ll spend about four hours with Discovery Safaris on a guided buggy trip from Rethymno into the mountains. Expect a safety briefing, off-road tracks, shallow water, Maroulas Mountain views, a coffee stop at Gidospito, a snack in Prassies, and hotel transport where available. Drivers must be at least 21 and carry a license.

“Super expérience du début à la fin ! Tout s’est très bien passé, avec un guide au top — professionnel et sympa. La balade est tranquille, ce n’est pas une course, mais on ressent quand même de très bonnes sensations au volant. Les paysages traversés sont magnifiques, entre montagne et petits villages typiques. Une activité à faire et à refaire sans hésiter ! 🚙☀️🇬🇷”

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10.Hersonissos: ATV Quad Bike Safari in the Mountains of Crete

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 122 reviews · from $107

You’ll drive a 300 to 600cc quad from Hersonissos into Crete’s mountain villages, olive groves, riverbeds, and quiet country roads. Guide Andreas may lead your small group of up to eight, with stops for raki, snacks, village views, and a traditional tavern meal. Bring your driving license, water, sunglasses, and sun protection.

“It was great, our guide Andreas was friendly and knowledgeable. He kept the tour entertaining and exciting. 10/10 experience :)”

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