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- German
- English
- French
Moving on inland to the Lassithi Plateau, you can admire the remaining famous windmills, the ditches, the Venetian drainage system of the plateau and the small traditional villages that still keep the scent of another era.
The most famous is the village of Psychro, where you can admire the primeval traditional art of pottery-making by the remaining craftsmen.
The next stop is Tzermiado, a village that stands out for its natural beauty, its breathtaking view and its traditional architecture. Next stop, the Monastery of Kera Kardiotissa, which was named after a miraculous icon of Virgin Mary.
Last stop, the Palace of Knossos. You are going to walk on Sir Arthur Evans’ steps, listening to the myth of the Labyrinth, while this Minoan masterpiece will amaze with its grandeur.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please mention the hotel or app. of your stay. After booking the tour operator will contact you 24 hours in advance the excursion takes place with a detailed description of your pickup point and time.
Itinerary
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1
Discover the birth place of the great god of the Greek Mythologie - ZEUS
2 hours • Admission ticket not included -
2
Explore the oldest village of the plateau - Tzermiado and have opptional a coffee or lunch in one of the traditional tavernas
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3
Enjoy the beautiful panoramic view down to the Apostolemi damm and learn the history of the Monastery Kera
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
4
Learn the history of the MInoan, the first civilisation in Europe by a guided tour
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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