Crete Exploration: Discover Landmarks and Natural Beauty

Explore Crete’s wonders from Heraklion Port. Discover Knossos, Lasithi Plateau, and the Cave of Zeus. Book your unforgettable adventure now.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Cave of Zeus - Walk up to this ancient Minoan sacred cave, which is believed to be the birthplace of Zeus, where his mother Rhea hid him to protect him from his father Kronos.
  • Restaurant Tzanakis Michael - After the hike to the Cave of Zeus, a satisfying lunch is warranted. You get to try incredible, locally sourced, genuinly traditional Cretan food while you are enjoying the view of the Lasithi Plateau.
  • Windmills Of Lasithi Plateau - Visit the the stone-built windmills at Seli Ambelou, which are one of the most remarkable set of windmills that survive on Crete and are located at the Northern entrance of the Lasithi Plateau.
  • Krasi - Walk the cobblestoned streets and enjoy a refresing beverage under the 2400-year-old plane tree, also known as the Writers’ Tree where famous Greek writers and people of the Spirit would often sit under and seek inspiration.
  • Omalia Olive Press - The guest not only gets to see how olive oil is produced today, but also how it was produced in the era of low tech, which gave it the name “press” that we still use today. Trying different olive oils is also available at no extra cost.
  • The Palace of Knossos - Visit the Knosos Palace where Zeus’s son, Minoas, intertwined his name with the oldest civilization in Europe. This Bronze Age archaeological site was a major center of the Minoan civilization and is known for its association with the Greek myth of Theseus and the minotaur.
What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Honey tasting
What's Not Included
  • Drinks and meals
  • Entrance fees (Knossos Palace 15€/person - Cave of Zeus 6€/person)
  • Souvenirs and personal expenses
Additional Information

Let us take you on a journey of exploration and discovery of all the amazing things Crete has to offer. Allow us to treat you as a valued traveler and not as one more tourist. Fuel your soul with this tour that combines world-famous landmarks with jaw-dropping natural beauty. Enjoy comfort and safety while being provided with everything you need to know about the island. We will help you get the most out of your day and make sure you fill those passport pages with long lasting memories you will want to revisit. Your perfect day is just a few clicks away. Go on, escape the ordinary!

  • The total time spent in the vehicle driving from location to location is close to two and a half hours with the longest being 40 minutes.
Location
Cave of Zeus
Main Road
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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335torid
Sep 20, 2024
Day trip in Crete - Lefteris was very accommodating, pleasant and patience with my sister and I. It was our first time in Crete and we loved every moment of our trip not to mention we got to enjoy a little taste of traditional treats made by his family. I would highly recommend this trip. I want to thank you for your hospitality and can’t wait to come back.
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Travel66960295867
Aug 29, 2024
5 Star Experience! - Kostas was delightful and helped us uncover the authentic beauty of Crete on our 9 hour private journey together! The Tour exceeded our expectations and Kostas over-delivered a memorable experience! There was never a dull moment with Kostas & we cannot wait to return to Crete!
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Cdosado
Aug 29, 2024
Highlight of our Trip to Greece! - Kostas provided our group of 13 an incredible guest experience from start to end! We were coming off the cruise ship spending the day in Crete. Kostas’ passion for Crete, its history, food, culture, and people was evident in how he orchestrated the tour! He was attentive to our needs & even accommodated our request to add a stop to an Olive Oil factory. Kostas was punctual for our 8am pick-up time and return to ship. His driver navigated the winding roads safely in a manner respecting the comfort of his passengers. Overall the tour was informative, passionate, friendly, funny, and insightful. There were also a couple of nice surprises along the way! It was certainly a highlight of our entire trip to Greece! Thank you Kostas!
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Liz
Aug 29, 2024
A taste of Crete - Kostas was extremely knowledgeable, and quite literally brought a taste of home to share with each of the Tour members. A variety of snacks and insights homegrown(made) directly from Crete. Was willing to go at the pace of the tour, which we certainly appreciated. Would highly recommend
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Jonathancd8884hk
Aug 26, 2024
Don’t think twice and book it - The tour with Kostas was absolutely amazing! I can’t recommend it enough. He’s extremely knowledgeable and hilarious. We were a group of 13 people and his banter back and forth with us made the trip. Make sure to ask about his dads honey you won’t regret it!
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Davelo7458zc
Aug 26, 2024
Best tour of my trip! - As a big group of 13 i have to memtion that all of us had the most incredible experience with Kostas. He was absolutely perfect, attentive to every detail, making sure we felt comfortable and fully immersed in the local culture. We couldn’t be happier that we ended up with him as our guide; he truly made the entire day unforgettable for us. His knowledge and passion for the area really shone through, and we’re so grateful for the experience. VERY highly recommend!
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