Crete Luxury Tour: Lassithi Plateau, Cave of Zeus & Knossos Palace from Chania

Embark on a luxury tour from Chania to explore the enchanting Lassithi Plateau, Cave of Zeus, and Knossos Palace. Immerse yourself in the rich history, stunning landscapes, and authentic culinary delights of Crete.

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

Chania Prefecture - Embark on a journey from the coast to the mountains with our enchanting day trips from Crete, filled with rich natural aromas, sights, and sounds.

What's Included
  • VIP skip-the-line access & assistance with purchasing admission tickets
  • Assistance with top restaurant recommendations & reservations
  • Exclusive insider-access & personalized interest tailoring
  • Private local expert guide showcasing the best of Crete
  • Flexible personal pick-up & drop-off service
  • Private art, history, & archeology expert guidance…
What's Not Included
  • Drinks and meals
  • Admission fees
Additional Information

Come with us on a journey along East Crete reveling in the endless luxuries of the Lassithi Plateau which is basked in allure forests & fertile land dotted with iconic windmills.
From the comfort of a luxury chauffeured vehicle at your disposal, our knowledgeable local insider will ensure you experience the best of the whole itinerary. Discover quaint…

Location
Chania
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Olga_l
Oct 15, 2024
A great day! - Our driver Paul and a guide Gifsimani were amazing. They are super knowledgeable and professional. Cave of Zeus was closed so they modified our itinerary to fit our interests. We had the best time!
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Jane_b
Sep 29, 2024
Unforgettable experience - It was unforgettable experience. The sights were amazing. Tour operator emailed me the name and phone number of the tour guide. Tour guide was very knowledgeable in Greek history and mythology. The driver was very nice and experienced. They arrived on time wearing name tags. I would highly recommend rhis tour and this tour company. .
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Janebe6387sk
Sep 29, 2024
unforgettable experience - It was unforgettable experience. Tour operator messaged us the day before and provided with name and phone number of the tour guide. They picked us from the hotel on time. Tour guide Popi was very knowledgeable in history of Crete and Greece. She explained things on the way and during sightseens. The tour was talored to our needs and abilities. The driver was very experienced and nice. We were treated with the plate of local fruits and desserts during the stop. The sights were amazing. I would strongly recommend this tour.
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Kinsey_h
Apr 4, 2024
Perspective shift. - I learned so much from our tour guide, she was incredible. Culture, history, current events, art, literature, she brought all of it together in one beautiful cohesive tapestry that I walked away from the day with a new view of the world around me. Thank you so much for the experience.
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Camper454214
Jan 16, 2024
Magnificent tour - My family and I booked a tour with Snami travel for a mythical tour of Crete. Our tour guide was Alex and we had Aristotle as our driver Our driver was very warm and friendly. He did not speak much English but there was always a smile on his face and he was always happy to help or invite us to have some of his raki. I spent 4 days in Crete and drank way too much raki. The interesting thing is the drivers home made raki was probably the best raki I’ve had. The smell is a lot stronger than it is. After each shot you feel a warmth but there is absolutely no hangover or headache! Alex is such an amazing story teller. He was very fun, engaging, and thoughtful throughout the whole trip. Our family composed of 9 individuals whom ages ranged from 22 months to 70 years old. He made sure that everyone was happy, engaged, and comfortable throughout the whole trip. We learned about about the North and west side of Crete on our first day. We enjoyed his guidance so much that I asked if I could book another tour with Alex and our driver. Alex did a custom tour for us for the southern part of Crete. After spending two full days with Alex and Aristotle, I learned so much about the culture of Crete that I would not be able to find elsewhere. Crete is a beautiful island that can itself be its own country. Its history and culture is so unique and rich. The strategic location of Crete made it a blessing and a curse for how much triumph and conquers there has been. You can appreciate its history through the taste of their food. They have traditionally Greek food (meats/seafood with lots of oregano and thyme) yet with Turkish influences (cloves). The uniqueness of their cheese (made with goat). The romantic and beautiful scenary. The crazy myths that can be told of every rock formation. The charm of having a church in the middle of a gorge on a mountain. A island where you have the Mediterranean and the African weather. You will only find this in Crete. Alex showed me all of this. You won’t regret booking with Snami and having them shown you true Cretan hospitality and beauty that you and I would not be able to find on our own. Thank you for the wonderful trip
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154annmaried
Jun 19, 2023
Wonderful day - We had wonderful day and the 3 children were engaged and interested the whole Time. Our guide was wonderful and knowledgeable and so kind when we had a medical situation which required extra time and attention. They went out of their way to make sure we didn’t miss anything despite an unavoidable delay. The private lunch was wonderful and the best food we had on our entire stay in Crete. We loved it
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T7518gqsharonj
Jun 14, 2023
Amazing day, we learned so much - This was easily the best day of our Greek vacation. Ioanna is a masterful teacher and story teller. She didn’t just give us a tour of the most important archeological sites in Crete but imparted PhD level knowledge of Greek mythology, the history of Crete and the foundations of ancient civilization. All this while managing to engage and delight our teens and preteen on a very long road trip. The kids even got their hands dirty modeling clay in a traditional potters shop. Our driver, Anastasia, was also incredibly kind, flexible and accommodating. We couldn’t have asked for a better day!
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Rrrrdoteth
Nov 2, 2022
A fantastic guide/driver. - Our guide/driver Dimitrios Roukounakis was absolutely wonderful. From the time he picked us up to the moment he dropped us off he treated us like family. He was knowledgeable and even when our ship changed its all aboard time last minute, he ensured he got to the destination and back with just enough time to try the local foods in the port area. The vehicle was brand new, and extremely comfortable and spacious. Leather seats, lots of leg room! He stopped for coffee and restrooms anytime we asked. Knossos palace was beautiful and mind blowing. Well worth the money and drive. Thanks Dimitrios for making this a memorable experience!
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Emma
Jun 15, 2022
Magical Mythical Tour! - This was a fantastic tour! There’s no way we would have seen as much in one day, if we had not taken this tour! Highlights include; Cave of Zeus, Knossos Palace, Pottery workshop and craft shop, Lunch in traditional Greek restaurant, 2000 year old Sycamore tree & visit to a Cretan church. Our tour guide and driver Alexander was so informative & knowledgable. He had a brilliant sense of humour and had us in stitches for the journey! The car journey was so pleasant and he made our day so enjoyable. Our private guide of Knossos, Maria was an expert in Greek history & mythology. My daughters were fascinated by her tales of Greek mythology eg Icarus & Daedalus, The Minotaur, Zeus. “Mythical Escape” is money well spent & I cannot recommend it highly enough! Thank you!
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Dave
May 30, 2022
Great experience with knowledgeable guide and driver - Wonderful day in Crete. Highly recommend. Great history of Crete and beginnings of Europe. Very comfortable but be prepared to walk.
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