Knossos - Zeus Cave - Old Traditional Villages-Olive Oil Factory

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Knossos - Zeus Cave - Old Traditional Villages-Olive Oil Factory — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Amassing views from the mountain…. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Embark on this full day small group Tour or choose the Private Option so we can show you the real side of Crete .
Walk through the narrow streets of the old traditional villages , enjoy an iced coffee , mountain tea ……
Visit an olive oil factory , learn all about olive oil production and taste a few different ones .
Enjoy the ride with our comfortable air conditioned vehicles.
Taste a glass of Raki and some local wine while learning about local traditions, history, mythology and culture.
Visit The picturesque village of Krasi and the monumental Platanus tree .
Visit the Cave of Zeus , explore Lasithii Plateau, the Old Wind Mills and enjoy amazing views from the mountains.
Tasting a few local dishes is a must while in Crete .( OPTIONAL)
Experience the Greek Hospitality and create memories that will last a life time.
Pick up and drop off from your hotel or Heraklion cruise port .

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At a glance

Duration: 7 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: Greek, English
Operated by: Explore Real Crete

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Liability insurance
Included: Transport by comfortable air conditioned vehicles and free WiFi on board
Included: Pick up and drop off from your hotel , port or meeting points .
Included: English speaking knowledgeable local driver guide .
Included: Bottled water , coffees , teas
Included: Olive oil , and Raki tasting

Not included

Not included: Lunch, OPTIONAL
Not included: Knossos Palace entrance fee 20euros per person, half price for up to 25 years old .
Not included: Private Guide inside Knossos Palace could be arranged for extra charge.
Not included: Entrance fees: There is a 15 minute walking up hil to get to the cave , The Cave is closed every Tuesday..

Itinerary

Heraklion

5 min

We start our tour from Heraklion.
Gouves

Passing by

Pass by without stopping, or a possible picking up point.
Hersonissos

Passing by

Pass by without stopping or it can be a location where we can pick you up .
Malia

Passing by

Pass by without stopping or it can be a possible picking up location.
Omalia Olive Press

35 min

Visit olive oil factory to learn about how olive oil is made with the modern machinery and with the old machinery.
Mochos

30 min

We walk through the old narrow streets of the village, and enjoy a coffee or fresh juice at the main square .
Windmills Of Lasithi Plateau

30 min

We will see the old wind mills that used to pump the way from the underground to water the crops and the other windmills that used to grain wheat and corn to make flour.
Kera Kardiotissa Monastery

Passing by

We pass by without stopping.
Platanus Tree

30 min

We visit the village of Krasi , walk around the stone narrow streets and old houses, of course have a few photos at the oldest and biggest Platanus tree in Crete.
Stalis

Passing by

Pass by without stopping or a possible picking up location.
Lasithi Mesa

45 min

We stop at a family restaurant up on the mountain for lunch but this is OPTIONAL…..
Aposelemis canyon

5 min

We stop to enjoy the amazing views from above the aposelemi Dam and ofcourse it’s a good stop for the photo lovers……
Dikteon Cave

one hour Admission not included

This is the cave where Zeus was born according to our mythology. For the moment the cave is closed and it will open end of April according to the authorities.
The Palace of Knossos

one hour Admission not included

This is the last stop of our tour and it’s OPTIONAL…..

After exploring Knossos we will drive you back to your hotel , if you don’t like to visit Knossos then let us know so we can drive you to your hotel before.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

We can pick you up from the passengers station at Heraklion port if you are on a cruise ship.
You can park your car for free and safe at the olive oil factory.

End point

We can pick you up from the passengers station at Heraklion port if you are on a cruise ship.
You can park your car for free and safe at the olive oil factory.

Pickup points

Pela
Anastasia Star Beach Hotel & Spa
Hotel Kallia
Lili Hotel
Miramare Hotel
MariRena Hotel
El Greco Hotel
Kassavetis Center - Hotel Studios & Apartments
Castello City Hotel
Karteros Hotel
Irini Hotel
Hersonissos Maris Hotel

and 878 more pickup points

Cruise Ships - Your guide will meet you at the Heraklion port, holding a sign at the passengers station.

SEMI PRIVATE TOUR PICK UP -Heraklion Region- Port , Analipsi, Hersonissos, Anissaras, Stalida, Malia . WE DONT PICK UP FROM AGIOS NIKOLAOS UNLESS YOU BOOK THE PRIVATE OPTION.

PRIVATE TOUR PICK UP ; Heraklion Region- Port , Kokkini Hani, Agia Pelagia , Gouves, Analipsi, Hersonissos, Anissaras, Malia Agios Nikolaous , Elounda , Rethimno.

WE DONT PICK UP FROM CHANIA REGION

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Infant seats are available on request if advised at time of booking.

Options

PRIVATE TOUR

PERFECT FOR FAMILIES-CRUISES : We can pick you up from Heraklion Region + Heraklion cruise port ,Rethimno Region,Elounda , Agios Nikolaous Region and port .

Pickup included
SEMI PRIVATE

We can pick you up from Heraklion Region and port , Hersonisos, Malia , Gouves, Annisara, Analipsi , Agia Pelagia .

Pickup included