Lasithi Plateau and Zeus Cave Guided Tour from Heraklion

3.0 (2 reviews) Heraklion, Greece
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Duration6h - 7h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 50 travelers
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Overview

Explore the rich history and natural beauty of Crete on this captivating tour. Starting at the historic Kera Kardiotissa Monastery, home to miraculous icons and stunning 14th-century frescoes, the journey continues to the picturesque Lasithi Plateau, where traditional villages and iconic windmills await. There is an option to discover the legendary Zeus Cave in Psychro, linked to the myth of Zeus, before enjoying free time in Tzermiado for the optional lunch. The tour concludes with a visit to a local olive oil factory, where you can taste exquisite extra virgin olive oil and learn about its production.

- Visit the historic Kera Kardiotissa Monastery and see miraculous icons
- Explore the scenic Lasithi Plateau and its traditional villages
- Discover the legendary Dicteon (Zeus) Cave, birthplace of Zeus
- Enjoy Local olive oil products

What's included

  • Visit to Lasithi Plateau and traditional villages
  • Hotel Pick-Up & Drop-Off
  • Visit to a traditional olive oil factory with tasting
  • Free time in Tzermiado village
  • Official Guide
  • Optional Visit Kera Monastery to be paid on-site
  • Optional Entrance Dicteon Cave to be paid on-site
  • Food and Drinks

What to expect

  1. Heraklion
    1h 35m
    07:45 Hotel Pickup
  2. Kera Kardiotissa Monastery
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    09:45 You can enjoy there a peaceful mountain setting, historic stone architecture, and beautifully preserved Byzantine frescoes inside its small chapels. Travellers often come for the quiet atmosphere, panoramic countryside views, and insight into Crete’s Orthodox religious history and traditions. (Entrance is optional)
  3. 1h 50m · Admission ticket not included
    10:45 Visiting Psychro you can explore a traditional mountain village and the famous Dikteon Cave, also known as Zeus Cave, which Greek mythology claims was the birthplace of Zeus. (the entrance is optional). You can expect scenic plateau views, a steep but rewarding walk to the cave entrance, and impressive underground chambers filled with stalactites and stalagmites.
    On the way to the next attraction, you will stop for approximately 20 minutes at a ceramics.
  4. Tzermiado
    1h 55m
    13:00 In the village there will be a possibility to eat lunch.
    On the way to the next stop, you will visit an olive oil factory for approximately 30 minutes.
  5. Heraklion
    45m
    15:15 - 16:00 Return to the hotels

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

This tour includes pickup from the street of your hotel or from a point close to your hotel. If for any reason there is a change in your pickup point or time, we will contact you via E-mail and/or SMS.

Please be at the pickup point at least 5 minutes prior to the stated time. In the unlike case of a delay of over 10 minutes, please call us.

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • 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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