Knossos Palace & Lasithi Plateau: Zeus Cave, Vidiani Monastery, Krassi Village, Olive Mill Farm & Knossos

Travelers who sign up for this excursion will have the chance to see a variety of locations on the Plateau of Lassithi, including the historically significant Cave of Zeus, the Monastery of Kera, and the traditional town of Krasi.

In addition, participants will attend a workshop where they will learn more about the production of the renowned ceramics that date back to the Minoan Civilization, as well as how local drinks (wine and raki) and olive oil are manufactured by locals.

The next part of the day will be spent in a traditional tavern on Crete, where our company will be treated to a delectable lunch that has been specially cooked for us. Our day will come to a close with a guided tour of the world-renowned Archaeological Site of Knossos. Knossos was the capital of the ancient Minoan culture, which was the first civilization to emerge in Europe.

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Highlights Objectives: Obtain the greatest benefit possible from the Lasithi Region. If you want to spend some time in nature, you should go to the village of Krasi, which is known for its water springs and is the location of Crete's largest tree. Make it a point to stop by the historic monastery of  Vidiani. Visit the Dikteon Cave to learn more about the birthplace of Zeus. Explore the Minoan Palace of Knossos and acquire additional information regarding Crete's most well-known archaeological site.

Included Transportation in a coach that is climate controlled Skilled and Experienced Motorist Tour Guide Each and every permissible tax Protection against legal responsibility offered by ALLIANZ

Not Included  Entrance fee at Cave of Zeus: 6 Euros Tickets to the Knossos Palace: 15 euros Lunch at the Olive Mill Farm

What to bring Includes Umbrella, Hat, and Sunglasses, Sunscreen Footwear that is easy on the feet Water

Before you book, read the following useful information We will pick you up from a wide range of sites, including hotels as well as bus terminals, amongst other possible pick-up points. We will get in touch with you as soon as you finish the reservation to let you know the exact location and time of the Pick-up, which will take place at a location that is handy to where you will be staying. Passengers are supposed to bring face masks with them to enclosed public spaces and when riding the bus, and they are required to wear them at all times, given that the government's COVID legislation requires them to do so.

Timetable Information Total Duration of the tour: 10 hours Start at: 8:00am Ends at: 18:00

Full Description Morning Pick up: In the morning, we will initiate the process of collecting participants from the designated pick-up spots. The route that the bus takes may be different for you because it depends on where your hotel or apartment is located. Bus Drive from the last pick up: 1 hour 1st stop: Psychro Cave ( Cave of Zeus)–  1 hour & 40 minutes On our first stop you will discover the legendary location where Zeus, the king of the gods, was born. Admire the one-of-a-kind location which is adorned with eye-catching stalactites and stalagmites. Bus Drive: 10 minutes 2nd stop: Monastery of Vidiani – 25 minutes Our next stop will be a brief visit to a male-only monastery that is situated at the base of Louloudaki Mountain. Bus Drive: 15 minutes 3rd stop: Krassi Village – 20 minutes Our third visit, which will last for approximately twenty minutes, will be in this small traditional village, which is home to some stunning freshwater springs as well as Crete's oldest and largest tree. Have fun exploring the Cretan countryside with us! Bus Drive: 10 minutes 4th stop: Olive Mill Farm - 2 hours There will be a large selection of traditional foods produced from ingredients sourced from the Lassithi plateau, together with home-made wine and items originating from the mountains in the region. (There will be a charge for the meal.) Bus Drive: 1 hour 5th stop:Knossos Palace – 1 hour Our day will come to a close at the Historical Site of Knossos, after which we will depart for the stunning region of Lasithi. There will be a guided tour lasting around one hour, and there will also be some free time for you to snap photographs of the extraordinary archaeological landscape. End of the tour – Return to resorts: Participants will now board the buses and be driven back to the hotels where they were staying when we gathered them in the morning. The amount of time it takes to get back to the hotel will vary from person to person based on the amount of traffic and where they were picked up. Bus Drive from Knossos: 1 hour