Knossos & lasithi plateau villages,Zeus's land,&olive oil factory
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About the Activity
Spend a full day exploring the authentic Crete with the comfort of luxury air conditioned vehicles. Choose between the private or the small group version that suits your needs and feel relaxed on the capable hands of our experienced driver guides ,while learning about our history ,mythology, culture and local traditions. Visit an olive oil factory and learn the methods of production of our liquid gold and get to try some. Walk through the narrow streets of the old villages and enjoy a fresh refreshment or an iced coffee on the picturesque main square. Visit the monumental platanus tree at krasi village. Explore and enjoy all of these significant sites and spectacular views, such as Knossos palace , the old windmills and the plateau. Additionally you have the option to eat as a local,with the traditional way of cooking, at a beautiful local restaurant.7 hours
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Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Travelers
Adult : 2
Inclusions & Exclusions
Water,coffee, Olive oil and raki tasting
Liability insurance
Informative local English speaking driver guide
Pick up and drop off from Heraklion,Agios Nikolaos, Elounda and Plaka area for the private version
Pick up and drop off from your hotel or designated areas for the shared group version.
Traditional Cretan and Greek lunch,house wine
Entrance fees at Knossos Archaeological Site 20 euro for adults,and half price for kids
Official licensed tourist Guide inside Knossos Palace
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- Maximum 12 travellers in this tour.
Locations in the itinerary
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Omalia Olive Press
Agias Marinas, Malia, Greece, 70007Visit an olive oil factory to learn about olive trees and olives and their connection with Crete and about olive oil making the modern but also the old way.1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Platanus Tree
Main Square, Krasi, Greece, 700 05Visit and explore the authentic village of Krasi ,walk around the stone paved narrow streets ,meet the Cretan traditional architecture of houses ,see the oldest and biggest Platanus tree as well as the old aqueduct 30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
Windmills Of Lasithi Plateau
Lassithi Plateau, Tzermiado, Greece, 841 00See the old windmills that used to pump out the water from underground to water their crops and also the others for grinding grains in order to produce flour.1 hour • Admission Ticket Free4
Aposelemis canyon
Analipsi, GreeceWe stop near the Aposelemi dam to take some photos and enjoy great views5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationKera Kardiotissa Monastery(Pass By)
Heraklion, GreeceWe pass by this beautiful and old monastery it takes about 7 minutes from our previous stop at krasi villageView Location5
Mochos
Mochos, GreecePay a visit to this old village of Mochos with it's beautiful church and square .1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location6
We stop for lunch at the local restaurant with traditional food.(lunch is not included)1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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The Palace of Knossos
Knosos, Greece, 714 09Our last stop is Knossos palace archeological site where you can explore it on your own or we can arrange for an official guide with extra charge. After that we drop you off at your pick up point.1 hour • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Starting point
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We can find you at the parking area of the factory ,and we will have a written sign with the name you providedView Location
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We can find you at the bus stoptlocated in front of this square ,and we will have a written sign with the name you providedView Location
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We can find you at the parking area of the museum ,and we will have a written sign with the name you providedView Location
End point
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We can find you at the parking area of the factory ,and we will have a written sign with the name you providedView Location
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We can find you at the bus stoptlocated in front of this square ,and we will have a written sign with the name you providedView Location
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We can find you at the parking area of the museum ,and we will have a written sign with the name you providedView Location
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations; or, customers can make their own way to the start point- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- Traveler pick up and drop off is offered We can pick you up from your hotel ,port or another location provided by us in the itinerary that is in and around Heraklion city, Gouves, Anissara, Analipsi, Chersonissos, Stalida , Malia. From the area of Agia pelagia,ligaria,sissi there is an extra transfer charge 15 euro per person or we can set up a meeting point near Heraklion . We can pick you up from Elounda , Agios Nikolaos or Rethymno if there are more than 6 people,if not we can set up a meeting point in Heraklion area or Malia area or if you book the Private tour option instead of the shared one . Unfortunately we can't pick you up from Chania. Thank you for your understanding
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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
- our fleet of minibus and minivan are wide enough for stroller accesibility but not so for wheelchairs
- For any further information about accessibility, please don't hesitate to reach us we will be more than happy to help you ,just call the number below +30 6974724839
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/Athens time to receive 100% refund.
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