Crete Culture Tour: Explore Island's Heritage

Uncover the real Crete on a cultural tour that takes you to Knossos, Zeus Cave, and Lassithi Plateau. Immerse yourself in history, culture, nature, and local food for a truly unique experience.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Omalia Olive Press - Situated in the charming landscapes of Crete, the Omalia Olive Press is a family-run sanctuary where the age-old craft of olive oil production blends seamlessly with modern techniques. Encircled by the scenic olive groves of the area, this establishment not only embodies the rich cultural legacy of Cretan olive farming but…
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • Liability Insurance and Local Taxes
  • USB sockets to charge your devices
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Personal pick-up and drop-off with a flexibly adjusted time
What's Not Included
  • Entrance tickets (23€ total)
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Experience the true essence of Crete with this exceptional excursion that delves into the core of the island’s traditions and legacy. Our trip is an engrossing journey that allows you to explore Crete from the viewpoint of a local, a perspective not easily available anywhere else. We begin at the Aposelemis Dam, then proceed to the Panagia Kera…

Location
Omalia Olive Press
Agias Marinas
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Davecn2129ei
Aug 25, 2024
Must-Do Experience with Leonidas - I can't recommend this tour highly enough! Leonidas was incredible from beginning to end. Experiencing Crete through the eyes of someone who genuinely adores the island was unforgettable. It was an amazing journey we'll always cherish. If you're heading to Crete, this tour is an absolute must!
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Michael_l
Aug 22, 2024
Top experience - Great experience for sure, Leonidas was the tour guide and everything went well from the start of the pickup point to the end. He showed us all the highlights of Crete/Heraklion (including Cave of Zeus) and ended with the Palace of Knossos which was great despite the heat in August. He’s a very humble and honest guy, I would book another tour with him if I’m back here Crete. Also, he got us back to our cruise ship port well within time (started at 0830 - 1430 but saw everything we needed to).
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James_l
Jul 26, 2024
Awesome - Excellent tour. Leonidas and his Valium are awesome people. Genuine hard working. Understand the Greek policies on tours before writing something negative about these hard working people. They are not certified tour guides which is required by the government. They are informative in the locations but can not give personal tours. The restaurant for lunch was the best food we had in the two weeks in Greece. They never rush you on time and you go at your pace. Thank you to a wonderful family for such great hospitality.
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Marcuspf8608sy
Jul 20, 2024
Exploration of Heraklion - Leonidas was an outstanding guide who made our tour of Crete both engaging and lively. We thoroughly enjoyed exploring the diverse stops, each offering a unique glimpse into the island's rich history and vibrant culture. The quaint local villages, stunning ocean vistas, Zeus's cave, and the delicious local cuisine we sampled at lunch were all highlights of an unforgettable experience.
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855pamelai
Jul 18, 2024
Discovering Crete with Leonidas - Our recent trip to Crete was simply amazing, and much of that is thanks to Leónidas. His deep knowledge and immense pride in Crete shone through every moment of the tour. This experience truly transformed our visit to Crete into something unforgettable. The personal touches, like stopping at local farms, gave us a genuine connection to the island and its people. Instead of feeling like tourists, we felt like we were part of an extended family, discovering the heart and soul of Crete.
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994salvos
Jul 15, 2024
Fantastic tour on Heraclion - We spent a beautiful day, visiting beautiful places. Our Guide Leonidas besides being very knowledgeable about the places visited, was very kind and pleasant in chatting during the trip. Recommendation
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416treyd
Jul 14, 2024
Exceptional Crete Tour - We spent an entire day on a private tour with Leonidas, and it was worth every penny. Leonidas guided us to hidden gems in Crete that we would never have discovered on our own. He is incredibly knowledgeable, entertaining, and passionate about sharing the authentic essence of Crete with his guests.
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Paradise713410
Aug 3, 2024
Nice experience - The visiting day was interesting. Our driver was very friendly, we enjoyed our exchanges and he was able to adapt the circuit to our request.
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Tina_s
Jul 15, 2024
Wish it was a bigger car and more of a guide than just a driver - The title and description of this tour is a bit misleading. I thought this includes a guide for Knosses but it does not. We essentially got a driver for the day. He dropped us off at Knosses and we were on our own. If we were to hire a guide onsite, it would be $100 for 1 hr, unless you find another group to split the bill with. We had 4 people, so 5 people with the driver. The car provided was a small 4 door sedan, so it was pretty crammed, and we're not big people. The only time the driver came down to explain anything to us was at the olive press, where he walked us to the stations and briefly explained each step. All the other stops were dropoff and pickup.
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Sampath_r
Aug 4, 2024
Basically Uber service to various points. Not worth paying lot of money for a “guide”. Can do same renting a car. - The guide was close lipped and did not offer anything on the spots. Extracting information was like pulling teeth. It was probably because we had a last minute substitute for the guide. Also, Crete has such an ancient history and so much to see and understand and this was downplayed by the guide. He did drive us to various points and returned safely.
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From $65
up to 8 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).