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Knossos & Lasithi Plateau: Land of Zeus, Villages, Olive Oil Tour
Crete, Greece, Europe
Heraklion, Crete, Greece, Europe
$243.30
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
-Explore Knossos Palace, charming villages, and the stunning Lasithi Plateau.
-Immerse in Local Culture: Experience Cretan traditions, authentic cuisine, and savor olive oil, honey, and raki with warm hospitality.
-Exclusive Olive Oil Tour: Learn the art of olive oil production and taste the island's finest offerings.
-Taste Local Delights: Enjoy traditional snacks such as homemade pastries and goat yogurt at a local cheese dairy, offering a true flavor of Crete.
-Comfortable Journey: Travel in a minivan with small groups or upgrade to a private tour with an expert guide.
-Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel, port, or designated meeting points.
Discover the Majesty of Crete: Our private or small-group tour reveals Crete’s hidden gems. Experience the magnificence of Knossos Palace, explore traditional villages, and visit the ancient Platanus tree in Krasi—symbolizing Cretan heritage. This journey combines culture, history, and gastronomy, creating lasting memories of Crete.
-Immerse in Local Culture: Experience Cretan traditions, authentic cuisine, and savor olive oil, honey, and raki with warm hospitality.
-Exclusive Olive Oil Tour: Learn the art of olive oil production and taste the island's finest offerings.
-Taste Local Delights: Enjoy traditional snacks such as homemade pastries and goat yogurt at a local cheese dairy, offering a true flavor of Crete.
-Comfortable Journey: Travel in a minivan with small groups or upgrade to a private tour with an expert guide.
-Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel, port, or designated meeting points.
Discover the Majesty of Crete: Our private or small-group tour reveals Crete’s hidden gems. Experience the magnificence of Knossos Palace, explore traditional villages, and visit the ancient Platanus tree in Krasi—symbolizing Cretan heritage. This journey combines culture, history, and gastronomy, creating lasting memories of Crete.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Small Group 2 HERAKLION REGION
Pick-up areas : Available ONLY for Heraklion, Gouves, Analipsi, Hersonissos, Anissaras, Stalida, Malia
Duration: 8 hours
Pick Up: services outside of the designated areas are available upon request, subject to an additional fee.
Pickup included
Pick-up areas : Available ONLY for Heraklion, Gouves, Analipsi, Hersonissos, Anissaras, Stalida, Malia
Duration: 8 hours
Pick Up: services outside of the designated areas are available upon request, subject to an additional fee.
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
Check available dates by emailing us at [email protected]
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Transport by luxury air conditioned minivan-free WI-FI on board
- Private knowledgeable local guide
- Bottled water, Coffee
- Liability insurance
- Private tour pickups: Heraklion, Agios Nikolaos, Elounda. Shared mini-group: Heraklion region only
- Pickup and drop-off from your hotel harbor or designated meeting points
- traditional snacks such as homemade pastries and goat yogurt
- Knossos Archaeological Site
- Pickup from the Rethymno or Chania regions is available upon request with additional cost
- Lunch (optional)
- Official Licensed Tourist Guide at Knossos Palace (optional)
- Gratuities ( optional)
Meeting point
Return details
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Omalia Olive PressOur journey into Cretan culture begins with an introduction to its famed "liquid gold." At a traditional, four-generation olive oil production facility, you’ll discover the rich history of the olive, learn about harvesting methods from ancient times to the present day, and enjoy a tasting of premium-quality olive oil—an experience sure to elevate your senses.
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KrasiΝext stop at the village of Krasi where stands the famous plane tree of Krasi which is more than 2000 years old tree. There you will enough time to have a coffee at one of the local taverna and take unforgettable photos .
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Lassithi PlateauOur journey takes us to the Lasithi Plateau, a captivating stop rich in both natural beauty and ancient mythology. Surrounded by the towering Dikti Mountains, this fertile land is steeped in history and believed to be the birthplace of Zeus. Once home to the world’s first wind farm, the plateau still holds remnants of its past, with a few windmills dotting the landscape. As we explore this tranquil haven, you’ll be immersed in both the stunning views and the legendary stories that make this land so special.
- The Zeus Cave will be closed for construction starting October 2, 2024. (pass by)
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Here, we will stop for lunch, if you wish, at a traditional tavern overlooking the Lassithi Plateau, where you can enjoy authentic local flavors, cooked in a wood-fired oven.
- A 14th-century Byzantine gem, known for its beautiful frescoes and the legendary miraculous icon of the Virgin Mary. As we pass by, you’ll be able to take in its stunning setting and hear about the monastery’s rich history and spiritual significance, offering a glimpse into a place of culture, faith, and serenity — even without a stop. (pass by)
- We will end up in the traditional village of Mochos where in the village cafes you will mingle with the locals and feel the spirit of Crete. In the end of this tour you will be driven back to your location full of nice memories, and with a big smile. (pass by)
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Knossos Archaeological SiteOn this excursion, you will visit one of the most important sights in Greece: the Knossos Palace. The tour begins with a visit to the Knossos Palace, the ceremonial and political center of the Minoan civilization during the Bronze Age. There, you will explore the stunning palace complex, built for King Minos and considered the oldest city in Europe.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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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Knossos & Lasithi Plateau: Land of Zeus, Villages, Olive Oil Tour
Crete, Greece, Europe
Heraklion, Crete, Greece, Europe
$243.30
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!