Why choose this Crete tour ?
Let us take you on a journey of exploration and discovery of all the amazing things Crete has to offer. Allow us to treat you as a valued traveler and not as one more tourist. Fuel your soul with this tour that combines world-famous landmarks with jaw-dropping natural beauty. Enjoy comfort and safety while being provided with everything you need to know about the island. We will help you get the most out of your day and make sure you fill those passport pages with long lasting memories you will want to revisit. Your perfect day is just a few clicks away. Go on, escape the ordinary!
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What makes Knossos-Lasithi Plateau-Cave of Zeus for Cruises Heraklion Port a unique experience ?
Walk up to this ancient Minoan sacred cave, which is believed to be the birthplace of Zeus, where his mother Rhea hid him to protect him from his father Kronos.
After the hike to the Cave of Zeus, a satisfying lunch is warranted. You get to try incredible, locally sourced, genuinly traditional Cretan food while you are enjoying the view of the Lasithi Plateau.
Visit the the stone-built windmills at Seli Ambelou, which are one of the most remarkable set of windmills that survive on Crete and are located at the Northern entrance of the Lasithi Plateau.
Walk the cobblestoned streets and enjoy a refresing beverage under the 2400-year-old plane tree, also known as the Writers’ Tree where famous Greek writers and people of the Spirit would often sit under and seek inspiration.
The guest not only gets to see how olive oil is produced today, but also how it was produced in the era of low tech, which gave it the name “press” that we still use today. Trying different olive oils is also available at no extra cost.
Visit the Knosos Palace where Zeus’s son, Minoas, intertwined his name with the oldest civilization in Europe. This Bronze Age archaeological site was a major center of the Minoan civilization and is known for its association with the Greek myth of Theseus and the minotaur.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total time spent in the vehicle driving from location to location is close to two and a half hours with the longest being 40 minutes.
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- Knossos-Lasithi Plateau-Cave of Zeus for Cruises Heraklion Port
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Pickup included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Honey tasting
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- Drinks and meals
- Entrance fees (Knossos Palace 15€/person – Cave of Zeus 6€/person)
- Souvenirs and personal expenses
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Stagakis Grand Prestige.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Athens.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 6 valid reviews on TRIPADVISOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
