Knossos-Zeus’s Birthplace-Traditional Villages-Olive Oil Factory

5.0
(685 reviews)

7 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

* Embark on this full day small group or Private tour so we can show you the real side of Crete .
* Walk through the narrow streets of the old traditional villages , enjoy an iced coffee , mountain tea ……
* Visit an olive oil factory , learn all about olive oil production and taste a few different ones .
* Enjoy the ride with our comfortable air conditioned vehicles.
* Taste a glass of Raki and some local wine while learning about local traditions, history, mythology and culture.
* Visit The picturesque village of Krasi and the monumental Platanus tree .
* Explore Lasithii Plateau, the Old Wind Mills and enjoy amazing views from the mountains.
* Tasting a few local dishes is a must while in Crete .( OPTIONAL)
* Experience the Greek Hospitality and create memories that will last a life time.
* Pick up and drop off from your hotel or Heraklion cruise port .

What's Included

Bottled water , coffees , teas
Liability insurance
Pick up and drop off from your hotel , port or meeting points .
Olive oil , and Raki tasting
Transport by comfortable air conditioned vehicles and free WiFi on board
English speaking knowledgeable local driver guide .
Lunch, OPTIONAL
Knossos Palace entrance fee 20euros per person, half price for up to 25 years old .
Private Guide inside Knossos Palace could be arranged for extra charge.

Meeting and pickup

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

Pick-up from hotels is outside the reception area. Cruise Ships - Your guide will meet you at the Heraklion port, holding a sign at the passengers station. Pick-Up Areas: Shared Tour - Heraklion, Kartero Gouves, Analipsi, Hersonissos, Anissaras, Stalida, Malia, Sisi . Private Tour ; Heraklion, Kartero , Kokkini Hani, Gouves, Analipsi, Hersonissos, Anissaras, Stalida, Malia. Agios Nikolaous , Elounda , Rethimno. WE DONT PICK UP FROM CHANIA Other Locations: For areas outside the listed pickup zones, we can arrange a meeting point in Heraklion region.

OR
Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Heraklion

    We start our tour from Heraklion.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Pass by without stopping, or a possible picking up point.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Pass by without stopping or it can be a location where we can pick you up .

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Pass by without stopping or it can be a possible picking up location.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Visit olive oil factory to learn about how olive oil is made with the modern machinery and with the old machinery.

    35 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    We walk through the old narrow streets of the village, and enjoy a coffee or fresh juice at the main square .

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    We will see the old wind mills that used to pump the way from the underground to water the crops and the other windmills that used to grain wheat and corn to make flour.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    We pass by without stopping.

    Admission ticket free
  • 5

    We visit the village of Krasi , walk around the stone narrow streets and old houses, of course have a few photos at the oldest and biggest Platanus tree in Crete.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Pass by without stopping or a possible picking up location.

    Admission ticket free
  • 6

    We stop at a family restaurant up on the mountain for lunch but this is OPTIONAL…..

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    We stop to enjoy the amazing views from above the aposelemi Dam and ofcourse it’s a good stop for the photo lovers……

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8

    This is the last stop of our tour and it’s OPTIONAL….. After exploring Knossos we will drive you back to your hotel , if you don’t like to visit Knossos then let us know so we can drive you to your hotel before.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infant seats are available on request if advised at time of booking.
Supplied by Explore Real Crete

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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Shore Excursions
Small Group
Worry-Free Shore Excursion
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Cancellation Policy

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

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