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Crete from Heraklion: Knossos Palace and Lassithi Plateau

from 48€
40€

Description

Get back to nature and journey through the Lasithi Plateau of eastern Crete. Visit the Minoan Palace of Knossos and hear about the Greek gods, ancient civilizations and Byzantine era.

About this Activity

up to 49 people 12 hours
Free Cancellation:: 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Starting Time: : 07:30 am
Tour guide / Language: : Greek, English, French, German
Hotel pick up/drop off service:: 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. After the booking the tour operator will contact you the previous day the excursion takes place with a detailed description of your pickup point and time. If you didn’t receive the mail, please check your Spam/Junk.
Adults (12-99)
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Children (4-11)
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Infants (0-3)
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05/03/24

Activity Cancellation Policy:

You can cancel your activity before by supplier's Cancellation policy

3 adults x 20€

2 children x 15€

2 infants x 15€

Total Cost

270€
  • Visit the birthplace of Zeus at the Dikteon Caves
  • Get back to nature on the Lasithi Plateau
  • Go to the Minoan Palace of Knossos

Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Lasithi Plateau on a day trip from Heraklion. Admire the remaining windmills and the drainage system that dates back to the Venetian Empire.
Pass through traditional villages such as Psychro.

Visit the Dikteon Cave, where Zeus is said to have been born.

Continue to the village of Tzermiado and enjoy lunch in an authentic tavern before going to the Keras Kardiotissas Monastery, known for its remarkable murals.

Next, visit the Minoan Palace of Knossos and learn the legend of the settlement at sites such as the Throne Room and Royal Chambers.

Liability insurance coverage

Transportation in a modern full airconditioned coach

Experienced bus drivers

Pickup at the main road near your hotel

English, German, and French-speaking live guide

Lunch

Personal expenses

Food, drinks and personal expenses

Entrance fees Κnossos 15€, Cave of Zeus 6€, Kera Monastery 2€

Location of activity / Starting & ending point (google maps):
What to bring:
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Pocket money for shopping/entrance fees
  • Camera
Not suitable for:
  • People with mobility impairments
  • Pets
Know before you go:
  • This tour involves a walk uphill of 300 meters to the cave
  • After the booking, the tour operator will contact you the previous day with a detailed description of your pickup point and time. If you didn’t receive the mail, please check your Spam/Junk.