Private Lasithi Plateu Tour: Zeus Cave, Monastery & Olive Mill

5.0 (11 reviews) 6–7 hours Free cancellation

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About this activity

This tour will take you to Lassithi Plateau, where you will explore its wonders. First stop in an Olive Oil Mill as in Crete we have great tradition with olive oil production.We will continue to the Monastery of Kera, with centuries of religious tradition.

From there, you will be guided to the island' s mythological past with a visit to the legendary Cave of Zeus and then to the countryside.

Next stop for lunch in a Traditional Restaurant and the plane tree in Krasi that witnessed many historical events and the presence of the famous Greek author Nikos Kazantzakis.

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At a glance

Duration: 6–7 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: Creta Maze

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–60 years) · Seniors (61–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: On-board WiFi: WiFi on board
Included: Bottled water
Included: Lunch
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Informative English speaking driver guide
Included: Small group up to 8

Not included

Not included: Personal expenses
Not included: Entrance fees: Dikteon Cave

Itinerary

Stop 1

one hour

First stop to an olive oil mill, a tour to the olive groves and olive oil tasting. You will learn about the olive oil production now and in the past and enjoy tour in the facilities.
Kera Kardiotissa Monastery

45 min Admission included

Next, delve into the spiritual heart of Crete as you explore the serene Monastery of Kera, with centuries of religious tradition and beautiful frescoes.
Dikteon Cave

1 h 10 min Admission not included

From there, you will be guided to the island's mythological past with a visit to the legendary Cave of Zeus in Lasithi Plateau, the mythical birthplace of god Zeus.
Windmills Of Lasithi Plateau

30 min

A stop at the windmills, where you can enjoy amazing views and take pictures.
Agios Georgios

1 h 45 min

Stop in a natural park in altitude of 850 meters for lunch, that the landscape will amaze you. As it takes place in a village that the most common crafting arts from Crete' s recent history are gathered, you will also have the chance to do shopping, before we continue.
Krasi

30 min

You will have the chance to see first hand the monumental plane tree of Krasi. Its trunk has got perimeter of 24 meters and it is said that each meter corresponds to 100 years! It is among the 5 largest European trees.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

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
Jasmine by Checkin

and 512 more pickup points

Please wait at the lobby of your hotel.

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.