Full-Day/Half-Day Tour : Lasithi Plateau & Knossos Palace

4.0 (12 reviews) Crete, Greece
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Duration6h - 9h
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LanguagesGerman, English, French
Group sizeUp to 50 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Our first stop on the scenic route to central Crete is the Monastery of Kera Kardiotissa, dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Run by nuns and known as “Little Lourdes,” it attracts pilgrims seeking spiritual relief. We then head south to the Lassithi Plateau, possibly an ancient volcanic crater, home to nearly 10,000 windmills. This cool, fertile area features traditional villages and warm hospitality.

Next, we visit the Greek Mythology Park to explore ancient Greek myths and civilization, with a tasting of local wine and olive oil. Alternatively, you may visit Dicti Cave, birthplace of Zeus (entrance fee not included).

Crossing the Plateau villages, we stop at a traditional pottery workshop showcasing 8,000 years of ceramic art. Enjoy stunning views over Pediada Plain and taste local products before lunch in a local village.

Finally, we explore the Palace of Knossos with an expert guide, discovering the 5,000-year-old Minoan civilization, the legendary labyrinth, and the Minotaur.

Options

Lasithi Plateau: Half-Day Tour

Duration: 6 hours: The half-day version of the tour excluding the visit to the Palace of Knossos.
Lasithi Plateau Half-Day Tour : Be enchanted by the magnificent views that Lassithi plateau has to offer and learn about Greek Mythology .
Bus/Coach
Pickup included

Full Day Tour:Lasithi Plateau & Knossos Palace

Full-Day tour : Full-Day tour to Lasithi Plateau , one of the most unique thematic parks in the island and Knossos Palace .
Duration: 9 hours
Full-Day tour route : This option includes individual visits at the Plateau of Lassithi, Greek Mythology Park and at the Palace of Knossos .
Bus/Coach
Pickup included

What's included

  • Greek Mythology Park Entrance Included
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Wine and Olive oil tasting .
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch in a traditional tavern(optional)
  • Knossos Palace Entrance Fee : 20,00euro per person
  • Kera Monastery Entrance Fee: 02,00 euros per person
  • Zeus Cave Entrance fee :15€ (Entrance fee is a subject of change due to recent and continuous updates by the Ministry of Tourism .)

What to expect

  1. Kera Kardiotissa Monastery
    45m · Admission ticket not included
    After 1 hour we are ready for the first stop on the scenic route towards central Crete is the Monastery of “Kera Kardiotissa”. It is dedicated to Virgin Mary; it is run by nuns and is locally known as Little Lourdes, with people making pilgrimages to pray for relief from their sins.
  2. Lassithi Plateau
    3h
    Then we drive south and reach the Plateau of Lassithi, which may have been the crater of an ancient volcano. It numbers nearly ten thousand windmills. The Plateau is a wonderfully cool and fertile area where you will see small towns and a very warm welcome. After the lunch break in one of the local villages in Lassithi, we will visit the Dicti Cave where Zeus, the father of Greek Gods, was born.

    While crossing the villages of the Plateau, we pay a short visit at a traditional potter’s factory, seeing an ancient ceramic art, which completes today more than 8.000 years of history. Leaving the Plateau we will see the views down to Pediada Plain which are truly magnificent.
  3. Greek Mythology Thematic Park
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Enter an old era and be enchanted by the great stories and myths greek mythology has to offer .
  4. Lassithi Plateau
    40m
    A short visit to a potters work-space , learning about this ancient and local art of 5.000 years .
  5. The Palace of Knossos
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Last but not least after we will visit the most famous and popular of all the attractions in Crete, the Palace of Knossos. Join your expert guide on a journey back of 5000 years into myths and legends and learn secrets of the oldest civilisation in Europe, the Minoan. Enjoy a guided tour of the historical site that covers an area of 22.000m2 on 5 floors with 1.300 rooms, hear all about the legendary labyrinth and the Minotaur (the half-human monster). This day brings history and legend back to life and is a must see on any visit to Crete.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pickup is available from the main road, partly from the exit of hotels from Sissi , Malia, Stalis, Hersonissos, Analipsi, Anissaras, Gouves, Gournes, Kokkini Chani, Karteros(Pick-up from Heraklion City and Ammoudara is available upon request.) The activity provider will contact you 24 hours before the excursion with a detailed description of your pickup point and time. If you don’t receive the mail, please check your spam/junk folders.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

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

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