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.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ On-board WiFi
✔ Bottled water
✔ Lunch
✔ In-vehicle air conditioning
✔ Informative English speaking driver guide
✔ All fees and/or taxes
✔ Small group up to 8
✖ Zeus Cave , entrance fee 6 Euro per person
✖ Personal expenses
Pickup Locations
1. Sunshine Seaside Wing
2. Acropolis Apartments
3. Anastasia Star Beach Hotel & Spa
4. Iro Hotel
5. Hotel Annirin
6. Miramare Hotel
7. Porto Greco Village Beach Hotel
8. Kassavetis Center - Hotel Studios & Apartments
9. Hotel Antinoos
10. Palmera Beach Hotel & Spa
11. Hotel Assites
12. Hotel Ilios
13. Hotel Lena Mary
14. Minas Apartments
15. Dorian Boutique Apartments
16. Lotus Rise Hotel
17. Simple Hotel Hersonissos Sun
18. Blue Island Hotel
19. Hotel Sonia Mare
20. Hotel Nikis
Additional Info: Please wait at the lobby of your hotel.
Itinerary
1
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.
Duration: 60 minutes
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.
Duration: 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.
Duration: 1.1666666666667 hours
4
Windmills Of Lasithi Plateau
A stop at the windmills, where you can enjoy amazing views and take pictures.
Duration: 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.
Duration: 1.75 hours
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.
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional info
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
