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Knossos - Zeus Cave - Old Traditional Villages-olive Oil Factory

Crete

Tour7 h 30 min5.0 (740)

* Embark on this full day small group Tour or choose the Private Option so we can show you the real side of Crete . * Walk through the narrow streets of the old traditional villages , enjoy an iced coffee , mountain tea …… * Visit an olive oil factory , learn all about olive oil production and taste a few different ones . * Enjoy the ride with our comfortable air conditioned vehicles. * Taste a glass of Raki and some local wine while learning about local traditions, history, mythology and culture. * Visit The picturesque village of Krasi and the monumental Platanus tree . * Visit the Cave of Zeus , explore Lasithii Plateau, the Old Wind Mills and enjoy amazing views from the mountains. * Tasting a few local dishes is a must while in Crete .( OPTIONAL) * Experience the Greek Hospitality and create memories that will last a life time. * Pick up and drop off from your hotel or Heraklion cruise port .

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Itinerary

Select a stop or tap a pin on the map to see details. 13 of 14 stops have map coordinates.

Route is approximate — 🚗 road, 🚶 walk, or ⛵ sea between the selected stops.

  1. 1

    Heraklion

    We start our tour from Heraklion.

    5 min
  2. 2

    Gouves

    Pass by

    Pass by without stopping, or a possible picking up point.

  3. 3

    Hersonissos

    Pass by

    Pass by without stopping or it can be a location where we can pick you up .

  4. 4

    Malia

    Pass by

    Pass by without stopping or it can be a possible picking up location.

  5. 5

    Omalia Olive Press

    Visit olive oil factory to learn about how olive oil is made with the modern machinery and with the old machinery.

    35 min
  6. 6

    Mochos

    We walk through the old narrow streets of the village, and enjoy a coffee or fresh juice at the main square .

    30 min
  7. 7

    Windmills Of Lasithi Plateau

    We will see the old wind mills that used to pump the way from the underground to water the crops and the other windmills that used to grain wheat and corn to make flour.

    30 min
  8. 8

    Kera Kardiotissa Monastery

    Pass by

    We pass by without stopping.

  9. 9

    Platanus Tree

    We visit the village of Krasi , walk around the stone narrow streets and old houses, of course have a few photos at the oldest and biggest Platanus tree in Crete.

    30 min
  10. 10

    Stalis

    Pass by

    Pass by without stopping or a possible picking up location.

  11. 11

    Lasithi Mesa

    We stop at a family restaurant up on the mountain for lunch but this is OPTIONAL…..

    45 min
  12. 12

    Aposelemis canyon

    We stop to enjoy the amazing views from above the aposelemi Dam and ofcourse it’s a good stop for the photo lovers……

    5 min
  13. 13

    Dikteon Cave

    This is the cave where Zeus was born according to our mythology. For the moment the cave is closed and it will open end of April according to the authorities.

    60 minAdmission not included
  14. 14

    Knossos Archaeological Site

    This is the last stop of our tour and it’s OPTIONAL….. After exploring Knossos we will drive you back to your hotel , if you don’t like to visit Knossos then let us know so we can drive you to your hotel before.

    60 minAdmission not included

Tour options

Small Group

Small Group .: We can pick you up from Heraklion Region and port , Hersonisos, Malia , Gouves, Annisara, Analipsi, Pickup included

PRIVATE TOUR

PERFECT FOR FAMILIES-CRUISES : We can pick you up from Heraklion Region + Heraklion cruise port ,Rethimno Region,Elounda , Agios Nikolaous Region and port . Pickup included

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