PRIVATE-Zeus’ Birthplace - Knossos-Olive oil Factory-Old Villages

Another one of our rides …. We ride in style…..

Duration8h 30m

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Visit a olive oil factory where we learn all about olive oil production and we get to taste different kind of olive oil .
Visit the village of Mochos and Krasi and walk through the old narrow streets, Enjoy a coffee at the main square.
Visit the Cave of Zeus ( OPTIONAL)
Enjoy the ride with our comfortable air conditioned vehicles while learning about local traditions, history and myths.
Visit a family pottery workshop ( OPTIONAL)
Stop at a family restaurant up on the mountain to taste a few local dishes ( OPTIONAL)
Dive into the Minoan civilization while exploring Knossos Palace .( OPTIONAL)

Experience the Greek Myth with us and create memories that will last for ever.
We can customize the tour on your wishes and needs so just let us know.
We can pick you up from Heraklion port and Region . From Agios Nikolaos Port and Region, From Elounda , From Rethimno Region we can pick you up only if you book the PRIVATE OPTION.

Options

SEMI PRIVATE

Pickup included

PRIVATE TOUR

PRIVATE TOUR : We can pick you up from Heraklion Region, Rethimno Region, Elounda, Agios Nikolaous.
We don’t pick up from Chania ,Ierapetra.
Pickup included

What's included

Bottled water, coffee, tea
Pick up and drop off from your hotel or Heraklion port
Private Transportation with air conditioned vehicle .
Liability insurance.
Olive oil + Raki tasting.
Knowledgeable English speaking local driver guide .

OPTIONAL
Knossos Palace - OPTIONAL
15 eu per person, currently the cave is closed every Tuesday.

What to expect

Heraklion
40m

If you are on a cruise ship then we can pick you up and drop you off at the port .
After the tour we drive around Heraklion city first then we will visit the Lion Square, Venetian castle, Cathedral of Saint Titus so you can get a taste of our home town.
Omalia Olive Press
30m

Visit an olive oil factory to taste different kind of olive oil , learn about olive oil and see how olive oil is made .
Mochos
40m

We walk through the old narrow streets of the village to take a taste of the way of life of the locals, explore the old churches and then enjoy a traditional Cretan lunch at a family restaurant.
30m

We visit the old wind mills that used to pump water up to water the crops.
Kera Kardiotissa Monastery
Pass by

We pass by this beautiful Monastery on our way to Lasithii Plateau , if you would like to stop there for a visit it’s no problem.
Windmills Of Lasithi Plateau
20m

We visit the old wind mills that were used in the past for grinding and enjoying the amazing views from up there .
Aposelemis Dam
5m

We stop up on the mountain to see the aposelemis Dam in the distance…..
Platanus Tree
20m

Visit Krasi Village where the oldest Plane tree in Crete is located .
Malia
Pass by

We drive through Malia town and Malia beach,
The Palace of Knossos
1h · Admission ticket not included

You will visit and explore Knossos Palace, dive into the Minoan civilization and try to find the MINOTAUR……
Pass by

Pas by without stopping but could be also a potential pick up location for your group.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We can pick you up from Heraklion cruise port or your hotel in Heraklion Region for the SMALL GROUP OPTION From Rethimno , Agios Nikolaous , Elounda we can pick you up only for the PRIVATE OPTION.
Don’t pick up from CHANIA

End point

We can pick you up from Heraklion cruise port or your hotel in Heraklion Region for the SMALL GROUP OPTION From Rethimno , Agios Nikolaous , Elounda we can pick you up only for the PRIVATE OPTION.
Don’t pick up from CHANIA

Pickup details

PRIVATE OPTION We can pick you up from Heraklion Region, Rethimno, Agios Nikolaos , Elounda .
SEMI PRIVATE OPTION we can pick you up only from Heraklion Region.DONT PICK UP FROM AGHIOS NIKOLAOS for the Semi Private Option.

Additional information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

Reviews

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