Embark on a full-day private tour from Rethimno to explore the ancient Knosos Palace and Zeus Cave. Discover the birthplace of Zeus, visit historical sites, and enjoy optional visits to the Heraklion Archaeological Museum and Greek Mythology Thematic Park.
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Mochos - Mochos is a mountainous traditional village and has its roots back in the second Byzantine period.The views on the way to Mochos are magnificent.
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Krasi - Walk the cobblestoned streets and enjoy a refresing beverage under the 2400-year-old plane tree, also known as the Writers’ Tree.
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Windmills Of Lasithi Plateau - Admire the stunning view from the mills and get some amazing photos.
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Cave of Zeus - Walk up to this ancient Minoan sacred cave, which is believed to be the birthplace of Zeus.
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Greek Mythology Thematic Park - A unique theme park that will walk you through the Greek myths. Greek mythology is presented in a fun and interactive way.
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Heraklion Archaeological Museum - Optionally, you can visit the Herakleion Archaeological Museum which is one of the largest and most important museums in Greece, and among the most important museums in Europe.
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Knossos Archaeological Site - Visit the Knosos Palace where Zeus’s son, Minoas, intertwined his name with the oldest civilization in Europe.
- Fridge
- Honey/Raki tasting
- Bottled water
- Fully equipped First-Aid-Kit
- V.I.P.- class, air-conditioned vehicle
- Drinks and meals
- Souvenirs and personal expenses
- Tickets to Knosos and Museum (15€, 12€)
- Ticket to the cave of Zeus (6€)
- Ticket to the Thematic Park (8€)
Begin your journey at the quaint village of Mochos, famous for its labyrinth-style streets and vibrant gardens. Proceed to Krasi to marvel at the historic Writers’ Plane Tree, an antique of 2,400 years. Next, the tour moves up to the Diktaion Andron, the reputed birthplace of the God Zeus, from which you can admire the stunning panorama of the Lasithi Plateau. Continue to the Knosos Palace, a kingdom that bears the legacy of Zeus’s son, Minos, and the earliest civilization of Europe. If you desire, you have the option of touring the Heraklion Archaeological Museum and the Greek Mythology Thematic Park. Feel free to grab a bite at any restaurant you fancy, whenever hunger strikes.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.