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Offered languages
- German
- English
- French
- Dutch
The perfect Private / Shore excursion with pick up from your Hotel or Cruise ship ! Flexible duration to fit your needs.
If you're seeking an exclusive experience of Crete, opt for our private tour, tailored for a more intimate exploration with only your selected companions. Travel comfortably in a private 4x4 vehicle accompanied with an experienced and informative driver/guide in your language, allowing you to venture off the beaten path to unique destinations like the sunken village in Aposelemis Dam, the Windmills of Lasithi Plateau, the Cave of Zeus , many villages and the local restaurant for a traditional lunch & wine included.
Immerse yourself in the island's culture and history with personalized attention, uncovering tales and trivia not commonly found in guidebooks.
Enjoy the convenience of stress-free hotel or Cruise ship pickup and drop-off, ensuring a seamless and private journey.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We pick you up from any other place by arrangement
Itinerary
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1
Starting from your hotel we head to “Potamies” an Authentic Cretan village.There we will make our first stop, in a traditional mitato where we will meet a local shepherd with his family. We will see how the cheese is made after first milking the milk from the goats and then we will learn how the flour is made in the traditional herromily. Those who wish can taste from the traditional products of the shepherd, such as cheese, raki and oil.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Sfendili the sunken village or the Cretan Atlantis Duration: 15 minutes
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Then we will start our ascent using dirt roads, we will pass through the gorge Of “Ebassas”. The view of the imposing mountains and the wild beauty of nature will reward you. At the short stop, the guide will collect various local herbs (oregano, thyme, sage) as the Cretans used to do.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
These stone structures fitted with white sails turned with the wind and drew water from the ground to irrigate the crops. During its heydays, Lasithi Plateau had over 10,000 windmills
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Our next stop is on the Lassithi plateau where you will have free time for coffee or optionally to visit the impressive cave of Zeus (ticket to the cave not included).
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Tour the plateau of Lasithi through the gardens, meet the locals and explore the small villages!
Admission ticket free -
6
Immediately after we will enjoy delicious authentic food, baked in the wood oven in one of the best traditional taverns. Including Food with wine and water. Please let us know if you have any food allergies or special dietary needs
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
After the local feast, we stroll through the alleys of the picturesque village of Krasi. Its square, dominated by fountains and imposing centuries-old plane trees, is where we find the oldest one in Crete, standing tall at over 2000 years old!
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
Our journey culminates with a spectacular panoramic view stretching from Sissi to Analipsi. Don't miss the opportunity to capture stunning photos that encapsulate the scenic beauty of this unforgettable experience.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not allowed drinking/eating/smoking inside the vehicle.
- The use of the seat belt is mandatory.
- Not recommended for travelers with serious medical conditions
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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 good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date 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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