Private Tour from Elounda to Zeus Cave - Lasithi Plateau and more
What Makes This Tour Special
This is not just a sightseeing trip—it’s a journey into the quiet, authentic heart of Crete. We don’t follow the crowds. Instead, we guide you through mountain villages, sacred caves, peaceful monasteries, and working olive mills that still do things the old-fashioned way.
You’ll travel in comfort with a local guide who knows the backroads and the stories behind every stop. From the taste of fresh olive oil to the shade of a 2,000-year-old tree, every moment is real and unhurried. It’s a tour designed for those who want to see how Crete truly lives and breathes—beyond the postcards and into its living soul.
Options
4WD SUV (Maximum 4-6 Pax)
Pick-up Areas: Elounda, Plaka, Mavrikianos, and all surrounding areas to Agios Nikolaos City, Daios Cove Hotel
Private Tour
Duration: 8 hours
Premium Vehicles: VW Tuareg 4WD SUV (4 Seater)
Mitsubishi Pajero 4WD SUV (6 Seater)
Pickup included
What's included in Private Tour from Elounda to Zeus Cave - Lasithi Plateau and more
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Milatos Cave
Hidden within the rugged cliffs above the village of Milatos, this cave is a sacred and somber site of Cretan history. In 1823, hundreds of villagers sought refuge here during the Ottoman occupation. Today, a small chapel inside the cave commemorates this tragic event.
Malia
Our first stop is at an olive oil mill learning all about the extraction process of olive oil through modern machinery but also the old extraction methods. • Free Admission
Kera Kardiotissa Monastery
Our next stop is at the historical monastery of Kera Kardiotissa, inhabited and run by nuns. Here you can admire the miraculous icon of the Virgin Mary, plenty of frescoes, and a variety of other icons, dating back to the 14th century. • Admission Ticket Free 2.00€
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Entrance fee - Cave of Diktaion Andron
- Entrance fee - Kera Kardiotissa Monastery
- Entrance fee - Greek Mythology Thematic Park
- Lunch
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We appreciate your booking with us and want to ensure a seamless experience for you. To provide you with the exact pick-up time, we will reach out to you either through text message or email. It's important to double-check the information you provided during the booking to ensure accuracy.
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Ticket Redemption
Please be informed that admission fees at Kera Monastery and Zeus cave are not included in this ticket. - Kera Kardiotissa Monastery entrance 2.00€ - Cave of Diktaion Andron entrance is 6.00€ for 8 years old and older and 3.00€ for kids up to 7 years
