Plateau of Lassithi, Monastery of Kera and Ceramics

3.7
(11 reviews)

8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 2 more

You start your exploration by visiting the magnificent monastery of Panagia Kera. A splendid monument of architecture and iconography, it operates as a nunnery and it gathers pilgrims from all over Crete.
Next stop over is the Dictean Cave, a cave of mystic atmosphere, impressively adorned by large columns, stalactites and stalagmites. According to mythology, the Dictean Cave was the birthplace of Zeus, the father of gods, and the place he was worshipped.
The tour ends by visiting Tzermiado, the capital of the Plateau.

What's Included

Live Tour Guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Insurance
• Extras at coffee breaks, Lunch
• 2 € - Monastery
14 € Optional by preservation The menu incl. Pork chop or chicken and potatoes cooked in the oven, Greek Salad with Feta cheese, Tzatziki, Bread, a glass of Wine or a non-alcoholic drink

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Please provide the name and address of your hotel or accommodation. The information on the voucher is the start time of the activity, pick-up times are may be different. After booking, you will receive a detailed description of the exact time and place of pick-up from the local partner

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Panagia Kera, which played a major role and suffered significant damage during the Cretan Revolt

    45 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 2

    Pottery workshop, where you can watch the skilful craftsmen make beautiful ceramic pots.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • (Pass by)

    The whole Plateau was once covered with 10.000 windmills and it's considered as the biggest windmill park of the world. Today there are only a few left.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by TOURLINE

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Archaeology Tours
Additional fees
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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