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Road-trip to Lasithi, Zeus Cave, Vidiani, Krasi & Olive Mill Farm
(79) Reviews
Heraklion
About
Discover the magic of the Lassithi Plateau, the legendary birthplace of Zeus. Surrounded by mountains and traditional villages, this fertile plain offers stunning scenery and an authentic taste of rural Crete.
Visit Vidiani Monastery, a peaceful Orthodox monastery at the foot of Louloudaki Mountain. Continue to the legendary Psychro Cave (Cave of Zeus) and admire its impressive stalactites and stalagmites.
Next, explore Lasinthos Eco Park, featuring traditional workshops such as pottery and candle making, along with a small animal farm. Then stop at the picturesque village of Krasi, famous for its natural springs and the oldest plane tree in Crete.
End your journey at an Olive Mill Farm, ...
Highlights
From 10 hours to 11 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 10 hours to 11 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Liability Insurance Coverage by ALLIANZ for all our tour participants
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional Driver
Tour Guide / Leader
Olive Mill Farm Meal
Cave of Zeus
Important Information
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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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Morning Pick-up
We begin collecting participants from their pick-up points in the morning.
Depending on the location of your hotel or apartment, the total drive time will vary.
Drive from last pick-up: approx. 50 minutes
1 hour
2
Monastery Vidiani
1st Stop: Vidiani Monastery – 25 minutes
Our first stop is the Vidiani Monastery, a small Eastern Orthodox monastery nestled at the base of Mount Louloudaki and dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Its peaceful courtyard, beautiful frescoes, and mountain surroundings create an atmosphere of quiet spiritual charm—perfect for a gentle start to the day.
Bus Drive: 15 minutes
40 minutes
3
Cave of Diktaion Andron
2nd Stop: Psychro Cave (Cave of Zeus) – 1 hour 40 minutes
Next, we visit the legendary Cave of Zeus, believed to be the birthplace of the king of the gods.
As you descend into the illuminated cavern, you’ll encounter dramatic chambers adorned with impressive stalactites and stalagmites formed over thousands of years. The atmosphere is mystical and awe-inspiring, offering a glimpse into one of Crete’s most iconic ancient sites.
Entrance fee: 15€ (not included)
Bus Drive: 10 minutes
1 hour and 50 minutes
4
Lasinthos Eco Park
3rd stop: Lasinthos Eco Park- 45 minutes
Next, visit Lasinthos Eco Park, a charming eco-park featuring traditional artisan workshops, including pottery and candle making, along with a small animal farm.
Bus Drive: 20 minutes
1 hour and 5 minutes
5
Krasi
4th Stop: Village of Krasi – 25 minutes
Our journey continues to the charming traditional village of Krasi, known for its natural freshwater springs and the oldest—and largest—plane tree in Crete. Enjoy a short, refreshing stop surrounded by lush greenery and authentic Cretan village life.
Bus Drive: 25 minutes
50 minutes
6
Lyrakis Family S.A.
5th Stop: Olive Mill Farm – 1 hour 40 minutes
We visit a beautiful Olive Mill Farm overlooking the mountains and the Aegean Sea.
Guests enjoy a guided tour through the production of local olive oil, honey, and handmade olive-based products. Afterwards, you may enjoy a delicious lunch made with local ingredients (at your own expense), in a serene setting full of natural aromas and panoramic views.
1 hour and 40 minutes
7
Heraklion
Return to Resorts
At the end of the tour, we board the buses and return to the hotels where participants were picked up in the morning. Return time varies depending on traffic and individual drop-off locations.
1 hour
Road-trip to Lasithi, Zeus Cave, Vidiani, Krasi & Olive Mill Farm
(79) Reviews
Heraklion
About
Discover the magic of the Lassithi Plateau, the legendary birthplace of Zeus. Surrounded by mountains and traditional villages, this fertile plain offers stunning scenery and an authentic taste of rural Crete.
Visit Vidiani Monastery, a peaceful Orthodox monastery at the foot of Louloudaki Mountain. Continue to the legendary Psychro Cave (Cave of Zeus) and admire its impressive stalactites and stalagmites.
Next, explore Lasinthos Eco Park, featuring traditional workshops such as pottery and candle making, along with a small animal farm. Then stop at the picturesque village of Krasi, famous for its natural springs and the oldest plane tree in Crete.
End your journey at an Olive Mill Farm, ...
Highlights
From 10 hours to 11 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 10 hours to 11 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Liability Insurance Coverage by ALLIANZ for all our tour participants