Private Full-Day Cave of Zeus - Knosos Tour from Ierapetra

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About this activity

Start at the traditional village of Mochos with its narrow alleys and colourful gardens, then continue to Krasi and visit the 2,400-year-old Writers' Plane Tree. Afterwards, the tour will ascend to the Diktaion Andron, an ancient cave believed to be the birthplace of Zeus. Take in the incredible view of the Lasithi Plateau. Next, visit the Knosos Palace, where Zeus’s son Minos intertwined his name with the oldest civilization in Europe. Optionally, you can also visit the Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Whenever you feel like it you can have lunch at a restaurant of your choosing.

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At a glance

Duration: 8–10 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Greek, English
Operated by: Stagakis Grand Prestige

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Bottled water
Included: Honey/Raki tasting
Included: V.I.P. Class air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Entrance fees: Knosos Palace
Not included: Entrance fees: Cave of Zeus

Itinerary

Mochos

2 hours

Mochos is a mountainous traditional village and has its roots back in the second Byzantine period.The views on the way to Mochos are magnificent.
Krasi

45 min

Walk the cobblestoned streets and enjoy a refresing beverage under the 2400-year-old plane tree, also known as the Writers' Tree.
Windmills Of Lasithi Plateau

20 min

Admire the stunning view from the mills and get some amazing photos.
Cave of Zeus

2 hours Admission not included

Walk up to this ancient Minoan sacred cave, which is believed to be the birthplace of Zeus. Enjoy the stunning view on your way there.
The Palace of Knossos

2 hours Admission not included

Visit the Knosos Palace where Zeus's son, Minoas, intertwined his name with the oldest civilization in Europe.
Heraklion Archaeological Museum

one hour Admission not included

Optionally, you can visit the Herakleion Archaeological Museum which is one of the largest and most important museums in Greece, and among the most important museums in Europe.