Viator
From €115
Private-knossos Palace-zeus Cave-olive Oil Tasting-old Villages
Join us on this full day PRIVATE TOUR or book the SMALL GROUP TOUR OPTION to explore the Real Side of Crete together away from big crowds. Visit a few old traditional villages and walk through the old narrow streets …Enjoy an iced coffee or fresh juice at the main square ……. visit an olive oil factory where we learn all about the olive oil ( Golden Liquid) production and taste different kind of this golden liquid. Enjoy the ride with our comfortable air conditioned vehicles while learning about local traditions, history and myths . Explore the Old Wind Mills and enjoy the amazing views from around 3000 feet above sea level. Visit the Cave of Zeus where according to our mythology he was born …. Stop at a family restaurant to enjoy Cretan traditional lunch which is a must but it’s OPTIONAL. Now it’s time to travel back in time and visit Knossos Palace Now after creating unforgettable memories it’s time to go back to your hotel or cruise port .
Tour information provided by Viator.
- · Minimum 1 travelers
- · Up to 12 travelers
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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.
Road route is approximate — path follows driving directions between stops.
- 1
Omalia Olive Press
We stol at an olive oil factory where we learn all about the Cretan Golden Liquid…… and of course taste a few different olive oils ……
30 min - 2
Heraklion
Our tour starts from Heraklion city, Driving through and around the city
10 min - 3
Gouves
Pass byPas by without stopping but could be a pick up location of your choice.
- 4
Mochos
We stop at the old village of Mochos to walk through the narrow streets , see the old churches and take a taste of the local way of life , probably have something to drink or enjoy some local food st a family restaurant at the villages main square .
45 min - 5
Windmills Of Lasithi Plateau
We will see the old wind mills that used to pump the water up from underground to water the crops, and the other wind mills that used to grain ,wheat and corn to make flour .
60 min - 6
Malia
Pass byDrive through the town but it could be also a pick up location.
- 7
Platanus Tree
We walk around the picturesque village of Krasi, take some photos of the oldest and biggest Platanus tree in Crete.
25 min - 8
Aposelemis Dam
We stop up on the mountain to enjoy the view of the Aposelemi Dam .
5 min - 9
Dikteon Cave
For the moment the cave is closed but according to the Ministry of Tourism it will open in April. There is a 30 minutes walk to the cave and around 185 steps to explore the cave then back up .
60 minAdmission not included - 10
Analipsi
Pass byA potential pick up location.
- 11
Hersonissos
Pass byA potential pick up location
- 12
Lasithi Mesa
We usually stop at a family restaurant up on the mountain to have lunch but this is OPTIONAL….
45 min - 13
Stalis
Pass byA potencial pick up location
- 14
Knossos Archaeological Site
This is our last stop and it’s OPTIONAL,
60 minAdmission not included
What's included
- Coffee, water ,
- Knowledgeable local driver guide
- Transportation with comfortable air conditioned vehicles .
- Olive oil , and Raki tasting.
- Liability Insurance
What's not included
- Lunch: Lunch is OPTIONAL
- Admission fees: Knossos Palace entrance fee ( OPTIONAL )
- Entrance fees: Entrance fee 15 eu per person. Cave is closed every Tuesday, to get to the cave there is a 15 minutes walking up hill then around 150 steps to explore the cave , going to the cave is ( OPTIONAL)
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tickets
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Tour options
SMALL GROUP
Pick up - drop off : We can pick you up from Heraklion Region and port. From Elounda , Agios Nikolaous , Rethimno you must book the Private Option Pickup included
PRIVATE TOUR
We can customize this tour on your wishes and needs . Pickup included
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