2 days Local Life Experience at Lassithi Plateau from Heraklion

4.0 (1 reviews) Heraklion, Greece
Duration2 days
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 8 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

2-Day Lasithi Plateau Experience for adults only – Live Like a Local, Taste, Discover & enjoy the Authentic Heart of Crete. Escape to the tranquil Lasithi Plateau, nestled in the Dikti Mountains, where tradition and breathtaking landscapes meet. Explore historic landmarks, indulge in local flavors, and immerse yourself in Crete’s warm hospitality.

Options

No tickets to Kera Monastery

Pickup included

With Tickets to Kera Monastery

Visit the Monastery of Kera: With this option you have included the entrance fee of 2 Euro per person
Pickup included

What's included

  • Optional on day 1 - A bike tour with a non electric bicycle leaded by a english speaking tour guide,
  • Dinner
  • 1 overnight stay in a standard accommodation as double or twin bedroom
  • Breakfast
  • Liability insurance by Generali.
  • Pickup from the main road /exit of hotels from Sissi, Malia, Stalis, Hersonissos, Analipsi, Anissaras, Gouves, Gournes, Kokkini Hani, Karteros, Heraklion, Ammoudara Beach, Agia Pelagia and Lygaria.
  • English speaking live tour guide
  • Entrance to the Kera Monastery

What to expect

Day 1: Day 1 Lassithi tour
  1. Kera Kardiotissa Monastery
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Monastery of Kera Kardiotissa. This quiet monastery is cared for
    by local nuns. Inside, you can see old frescoes from the 14th century and a famous icon of the Virgin Mary,
    which many people believe is miraculous.
  2. Psychro
    20m
    Visit a traditional pottery workshop. Here, you will see how Cretan ceramics are made by hand,
    using techniques passed down through generations.
  3. Tzermiado
    1h
    The village of Tzermiado, where our rooms are located. You can leave your bags and get comfortable before the afternoon activity.
  4. Lassithi Plateau
    3h · Admission ticket included
    This activity is optional. A local guide will take you on a 3-hour bike tour of the Lasithi Plateau countryside. You will explore small villages, meet local farmers, and try fresh fruits and vegetables directly from the fields. If you are lucky, someone may offer you a small glass of raki — the traditional Cretan drink.
Day 2: Dat 2 Freetime
  1. Tzermiado
    8h
    After the breakfast you can enjoy the rest of the day. You can relax or talk with the local guide to plan an extra activity — such as a short walk in nature or another light outdoor experience. The land around the plateau is flat and easy to explore.
    In the early afternoon around 5 p.m. we begin the return journey. After almost two days in the Cretan countryside, you leave with new memories and a real taste of life in Crete.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pick-up and drop-off from the main road, partly from the exit of hotels from Malia, Stalis, Hersonissos, Analipsi, Anissaras, Gouves, Gournes, Kokkini Chani, Heraklion, Ammoudara – Heraklion.
The duration of the tour depends of the the pickup location.

After booking the tour operator will contact you at least 24 hours in advance the excursion takes place with a detailed description of your pick-up point and time.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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