The minimum age limit for the tours we offer is 14 years old. This limit is based on the fact that we expect at least minor experience with MTB cycling, the tour intensities and the available sizes of bikes we offer. A maximum age limit does not exist and the only factor is your fitness level in-order to enjoy the tour.
We categorize our tours based on the level of difficulty and expertise required in order to avoid such situations.
However, anyone can have off-day and not be able to keep up.
In this case, a vehicle pick up from the nearest available spot will be made.
Our guide leaders are mountain bike enthusiasts.
They have an in-depth knowledge of the areas in which you will be travelling and will share their love of Crete, its history and its beauty.
Our guide leaders have attained first aid courses.
A helmet is also required at all times for those on our on road cycling trips. Mountain biking is a potentially dangerous activity,
so helmets and cycling gloves are compulsory safety equipment for off-road cycling.
We provide you with a clean helmet and pair of gloves.
We would strongly recommend eye protection too.
Good quality glasses (dark and clear) which will protect the eyes from the sun, and from branches,
particularly when tackling single track. For those opting for our "challenging" trip, the single track
can be narrow and the Mediterranean plants and trees can scratch the legs and forearms.
We highly recommend you have pre-arranged travel insurance covering for outdoor activities as you are required to undertake
full responsibility concerning any unexpected accidents.
Ideal seasons for cycling are autumn and spring as the temperature remains cycle friendly all day long.
During a hot summer day we start cycling earlier in the morning and enjoy cooling breaks in the sea.
The chances of meeting rain during the summer period are minimal and if so it certainly does not hinder our tour.
During the off season the chances are quite higher so we recommend appropriate breathable waterproof clothing.
There will be no fee for pick up and drop off if staying in the cities of Malia, Hersonissos, Sisi, Stalis, Anisaras and Gouves. If in Heraklion or Agios Nickolaos cities there will be a fee of 30€ for pick up and drop off.
Our tours take place in the morning and start between 7:00 and 9:00 depending on the time of the year and our starting point.
We usually return between 12:00 to 13:00.
Some tours can also run in the afternoon after arrangement and will start around 16:30 and finish around 20:00.
There is always a break where you may try a traditional snack and enjoy a swim in the sea (depending on the weather).
A guide, an MTB hardtail bike, helmet and snacks (dried / fresh seasonal local fruit and local health snacks such as
honey sesame bars or other multigrain bars). Additionally you can upgrade to full
suspension bike and arrange transfers from / to your hotel for a corresponding fee.
Food, drinks or entrance fees to gorges, caves or monasteries are not included in the standard price.
You are welcome to join with your own bike ( A deduction of 20 euros from each tour will be made ). Vehicle support/transfer can be arranged for you and your bike when needed as well as storage and service / maintenance at our base.
Every guided mountain bike tour consists of 1 (minimum) to 10 (maximum) participants and 1 guide, depending on the type of MTB tour the participants have chosen. 2 experienced guides will be available for advanced tours.
A last minute reservation is a reservation which has been made within 1 day prior to the starting date of the tour.
We will happily accept your reservation as long as there is availability.
In order to confirm your reservation the total amount needs to be paid in full the latest a week prior to the desired tour day using secure paypal service (credit card).
In order to save time we will send documents electronically by email.
We should always have a telephone number, where you can be easily reached, just in case some details need to be finalized at short notice.
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Offering you the best for your holidays
Contact The Hub - MTB and outdoor Adventures. If you are interested in customized MTB, hiking or birdwatching tours we will be happy to fullfill your requests. Our primary mission is to inspire to live life to the fullest through our unique tours. Moreover, we think seeing crete from our tours will bring an everlasting memory of such a beautiful place seldom seen. We look forward to meeting you.
