Discover Zeus’ Land: Tour to Knossos Palace and Lasithi Plateau

Name: Discover Zeus’ Land: Tour to Knossos Palace and Lasithi Plateau
Brand: Viator
Price: 475.42 USD
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7 Hours - 8 HoursEnglishCrete

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Discover the real Crete with an exclusive journey into its heart. Start at Aposelemis Dam and hear the tales of its hidden villages, then visit Panagia Kera Monastery to admire its historic frescoes. Explore the Lassithi Plateau, with its iconic windmills, and descend into the legendary Cave of Zeus, said to be the birthplace of the king of gods. Rest under the ancient Platanus Tree in Krassi, standing for 2,400 years, and learn the secrets of olive oil at the Omiaia Olive Press. End at the majestic Palace of Knossos, walking through the remnants of the Minoan world. Experience Crete through stories, sights, and flavors that reveal its true soul.

Included

Pickup and drop-off from your hotel, Heraklion Port, or designated meeting points
Bottled water
Liability Insurance and Local Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Private English Speaking Driver-Guide

Not included

Gratuities
(Optional)
Guide at the Palace (Optional)
Entrence ticket at the Palace

What you'll do

Lassithi Plateau
Greece
The largest plateau of Greece, is the peaceful Lassithi Plateau, hidden between wild peaks. It is famous for the rich agricultural production, windmills and historical caves, but above all, its autonomy and astonishing tranquility. It is located in the Lassithi prefecture in eastern Crete.
5 hoursAdmission included
Knossos Archaeological Site
Knosos, Greece
Knossos is the ancient Minoan palace and surrounding city on the island of Crete, sung of by Homer in his Odyssey: “Among their cities is the great city of Cnosus, where Minos reigned when nine years old, he that held converse with great Zeus.
2 hoursAdmission not included