Private Lasithi Plateu Tour: Zeus Cave, Monastery & Olive Mill
(11) Reviews
Greece
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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This tour will take you to Lassithi Plateau, where you will explore its wonders. First stop in an Olive Oil Mill as in Crete we have great tradition with olive oil production.We will continue to the Monastery of Kera, with centuries of religious tradition. From there, you will be guided to the island' s mythological past with a visit to the legendary Cave of Zeus and then to the countryside. Next stop for lunch in a Traditional Restaurant and the plane tree in Krasi that witnessed many historical events and the presence of the famous Greek author Nikos Kazantzakis.
Highlights
From 6 hours to 7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 6 hours to 7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
WiFi on board
Bottled water
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Informative English speaking driver guide
Small group up to 8
Personal expenses
Dikteon Cave
Itinerary
1
Vassilakis Estate - Olive Tour Crete
First stop to an olive oil mill, a tour to the olive groves and olive oil tasting. You will learn about the olive oil production now and in the past and enjoy tour in the facilities.
1 hour
2
Kera Kardiotissa Monastery
Next, delve into the spiritual heart of Crete as you explore the serene Monastery of Kera, with centuries of religious tradition and beautiful frescoes.
45 minutes
3
Dikteon Cave
From there, you will be guided to the island's mythological past with a visit to the legendary Cave of Zeus in Lasithi Plateau, the mythical birthplace of god Zeus.
1 hour and 10 minutes
4
Windmills Of Lasithi Plateau
A stop at the windmills, where you can enjoy amazing views and take pictures.
30 minutes
5
Agios Georgios
Stop in a natural park in altitude of 850 meters for lunch, that the landscape will amaze you. As it takes place in a village that the most common crafting arts from Crete' s recent history are gathered, you will also have the chance to do shopping, before we continue.
1 hour and 45 minutes
6
Krasi
You will have the chance to see first hand the monumental plane tree of Krasi. Its trunk has got perimeter of 24 meters and it is said that each meter corresponds to 100 years! It is among the 5 largest European trees.
30 minutes
Private Lasithi Plateu Tour: Zeus Cave, Monastery & Olive Mill
(11) Reviews
Greece
About
This tour will take you to Lassithi Plateau, where you will explore its wonders. First stop in an Olive Oil Mill as in Crete we have great tradition with olive oil production.We will continue to the Monastery of Kera, with centuries of religious tradition. From there, you will be guided to the island' s mythological past with a visit to the legendary Cave of Zeus and then to the countryside. Next stop for lunch in a Traditional Restaurant and the plane tree in Krasi that witnessed many historical events and the presence of the famous Greek author Nikos Kazantzakis.
