Knossos & Lasithi Plateau: Land of Zeus, Villages, Olive Oil Tour
-Explore Knossos Palace, charming villages, and the stunning Lasithi Plateau.
-Immerse in Local Culture: Experience Cretan traditions, authentic cuisine, and savor olive oil, honey, and raki with warm hospitality.
-Exclusive Olive Oil Tour: Learn the art of olive oil production and taste the island's finest offerings.
-Taste Local Delights: Enjoy traditional snacks such as homemade pastries and goat yogurt at a local cheese dairy, offering a true flavor of Crete.
-Comfortable Journey: Travel in a minivan with small groups or upgrade to a private tour with an expert guide.
-Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel, port, or designated meeting points.
Discover the Majesty of Crete: Our private or small-group tour reveals Crete’s hidden gems. Experience the magnificence of Knossos Palace, explore traditional villages, and visit the ancient Platanus tree in Krasi—symbolizing Cretan heritage. This journey combines culture, history, and gastronomy, creating lasting memories of Crete.
Options
PRIVATE TOUR WITH SUV(up to 3)
Pick Up Areas : Heraklion, Gouves, Analipsi, Hersonissos, Anissaras, Stalida, Malia, Agios Nikolaos, Elounda
Pick Up : Pick-up services outside of the designated areas are available upon request, subject to an additional fee.
Duration: 8 hours: We can customize our program and duration to perfectly suit your needs, making it an ideal option for cruise ship passengers.
SUV: Experience premium comfort with our private SUV service, accommodating up to 3 passengers.
Pickup included
What's included in Knossos & Lasithi Plateau: Land of Zeus, Villages, Olive Oil Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Omalia Olive Press
Our journey into Cretan culture begins with an introduction to its famed "liquid gold." At a traditional, four-generation olive oil production facility, you’ll discover the rich history of the olive, learn about harvesting methods from ancient times to the present day, and enjoy a tasting of premium-quality olive oil—an experience sure to elevate your senses.
Krasi
Νext stop at the village of Krasi where stands the famous plane tree of Krasi which is more than 2000 years old tree. There you will enough time to have a coffee at one of the local taverna and take unforgettable photos .
Lassithi Plateau
Our journey takes us to the Lasithi Plateau, a captivating stop rich in both natural beauty and ancient mythology. Surrounded by the towering Dikti Mountains, this fertile land is steeped in history and believed to be the birthplace of Zeus. Once home to the world’s first wind farm, the plateau still holds remnants of its past, with a few windmills dotting the landscape. As we explore this tranquil haven, you’ll be immersed in both the stunning views and the legendary stories that make this land so special.
Inclusions
- traditional snacks such as homemade pastries and goat yogurt
- Pickup and drop-off from your hotel harbor or designated meeting points
- Private tour pickups: Heraklion, Agios Nikolaos, Elounda. Shared mini-group: Heraklion region only
- Liability insurance
- Bottled water, Coffee
- Private knowledgeable local guide
- Transport by luxury air conditioned minivan-free WI-FI on board
- Gratuities ( optional)
- Official Licensed Tourist Guide at Knossos Palace (optional)
- Lunch (optional)
- Pickup from the Rethymno or Chania regions is available upon request with additional cost
- Knossos Archaeological Site
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 10 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Hotels: Pick-up is outside the reception area. Cruise Passengers: Your guide will meet you at the Heraklion port, holding a sign at the shuttle drop-off point. Shared Tour: Pick-up until 8:30 am Private Tour: Pick-up until 9:30 am, with a customized program for cruise ship passengers. Pick-Up Areas: Private Tour: Heraklion, Gouves, Analipsi, Hersonissos, Anissaras, Stalida, Malia, Agios Nikolaos, and Elounda. Shared Tour: Heraklion, Kokkini Hani,Gouves, Analipsi, Hersonissos, Anissaras, Stalida, Malia. Rethymno & Chania: Available on request for an additional cost. Other Locations: For areas outside the listed pick-up zones, we can arrange a meeting point in Heraklion region. You'll receive the details after booking.
