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- German
- English
- French
This tour will give travelers the opportunity to explore interesting places at the Plateau of Lassithi, the area where Zeus was born according to the mythology. Climbed at 850meters above the sea level, the plain of Lasithi has the highest production of agricultural products in Crete. There are 18 villages built on the surrounding mountains of the plateau. Clients will admire a panoramic drive through the plateau, the Monastery of Vidiani, Lasinthos Eco Park and the traditional village of Krasi. Following, the participants will be guided in an Olive Mill Farm and see the production of olive soap, olive oil etc. and enjoy an unforgettable meal made from local products, at their own expense at the Olive Mill Farm, with unique aromas from the surrounding wild mountain and view to the Aegean Sea. Our day will end with a guided tour at the word wide famous Archaeological Site of Knossos, the capital of ancient Minoan civilization, the first in Europe.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We pick up travellers from specific points in the areas of Sisi, Malia, Stalis, Hersonissos, Anissaras, Agkisaras, Gouves, Gournes, Kokkini Hani, Karteros, Amoudara, Agia Pelagia and from two centrally located points in Heraklion town. As soon as you make the booking we will contact you in order to let you know the exact place and time of the Pick-up which is closer to your place of hotel, please check your email.
Itinerary
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1Heraklion
We will start collecting participants from pick-up points in the morning. Depending on the place of your hotel/apartment the bus ride will differ.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
A small, male monastery located at the foot of Louloudaki Mountain will be our first stop.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Bus Drive to Lasinthos eco park: 15' We will visit Lasinthos eco park for about 1 hour. An Eco Park, with ancient workshops such as pottery, candle making etc and a small animal farm (admission is free). After that, we will have a small drive around the traditional villages of Lasithi Plateau.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
4
Bus Drive to Krasi: 30 minutes. We will visit the little traditional village Krasi with its beautiful freshwater springs and the oldest tree on Crete, for about 30'. Enjoy our time in Cretan Nature!
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Lunch & guided tour at an Olive Mill Farm (bus drive: 25 minutes). There will be a big variety of traditional dishes made from local products of Crete (lunch is on your own expense), homemade wine and meats from the surrounding mountains. After lunch there will be guided tour around the Olive Mill Farm about olive oil production, olive soaps, ceramics, honey etc.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
6Heraklion
Bus Drive from Lasithi to the Minoan Palace will take almost 1 hour, depending of traffic.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
7
As soon as we arrive, our participants will enter the Archaeological Site with our Representative in order to attend a Guided Tour for about 1 hour and then enjoy some free time to take photos and admire the historic Minoan place. ENTRANCE FEE: 15€
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
8Heraklion
Embarkation in the buses and drive back to the hotels where we gathered participants in the morning. Depending on traffic and on the pick-up places of each one, the time of journey back to the hotel will differ.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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 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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