Heraklion Trip Overview
A beautiful and easy hike just a few kilometers outside of the city of Heraklion. Juktas, the human-head-like mountain (Greek Γιούχτας – Giouhtas) was an important religious site for the Minoans.
According to the legend, this is the face of Zeus (the king of the Gods) and the mountain is his tomb. Indeed, the name Juktas is a corruption of the Latin word for Zeus, Jupiter. On the mountain, we find three archeological sites, an old monastery, and a church.
What to Bring:
• Trekking shoes
• Windproof jacket
• Camera
• Sun Screen
• Hat – sun glasses
Highlights
• The panoramic view of the sea and Dia island from the top of the mountain.
Minimum number of participants, 4 persons
Additional Info
Duration: 5 hours
Starts: Heraklion, Greece
Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Day Trips
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What to Expect When Visiting Heraklion, Heraklion Prefecture, Greece
A beautiful and easy hike just a few kilometers outside of the city of Heraklion. Juktas, the human-head-like mountain (Greek Γιούχτας – Giouhtas) was an important religious site for the Minoans.
According to the legend, this is the face of Zeus (the king of the Gods) and the mountain is his tomb. Indeed, the name Juktas is a corruption of the Latin word for Zeus, Jupiter. On the mountain, we find three archeological sites, an old monastery, and a church.
What to Bring:
• Trekking shoes
• Windproof jacket
• Camera
• Sun Screen
• Hat – sun glasses
Highlights
• The panoramic view of the sea and Dia island from the top of the mountain.
Minimum number of participants, 4 persons
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Archanes, Archanes, Crete
The hike up to the peak of the mountain (811m altitude), is relatively easy. The trail that crosses the mountain from one side to the other, offers an amazing panoramic view. From the peak where the church of Lord Christ is, you can see Ida (Psiloritis) mountain, Dikti mountain range, the Archanes village with its vineyards and olive groves, the city of Heraklion, and Dia island! The fauna and flora of Juktas are also interesting! Here you can admire the impressive griffon vultures (scient. Gyps Fulvus) flying around, searching for food, and find many herbs!
The hike takes about 4 hours, and it is family friendly!
Duration: 5 hours
