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Lassithi, Zeus Cave, Olive Mill Farm & Knossos Combo Tour

By Cretan Odyssey
9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Free cancellation available
Price is P 3,242 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h 30m+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Get the most out of Lasithi Plateau and see the ancient Platanus tree in Krasi
  • Visit the Panagia Vidiani Monastery, a nunnery dedicated to Virgin Mary
  • Wonder in a uniuque Olive Mill Farm and enjoy a traditional lunch (extra charge)
  • Learn how people lived 4000 years ago on a tour of the Palace of Knossos
  • Explore the legendary birthplace of Zeus at Psychro Cave.

Activity location

    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece

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English Tour: Pickup from Heraklion, Amoudara, Kokini Hani

  • Activity duration is 11 hours11h
    11h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 7:00
Price details
P 3,242.12 x 1 AdultP 3,242.12
Total
Price is P 3,242.12
Until Thu, May 14

French Tour: Pickup from Heraklion, Amoudara, Kokini Hani

  • Activity duration is 11 hours11h
    11h
  • French
Language options: French
Starting time: 7:00
Price details
P 3,242.12 x 1 AdultP 3,242.12
Total
Price is P 3,242.12
Until Thu, May 14

German: Pickup from Heraklion, Amoudara, & Kokini Hani

  • Activity duration is 11 hours11h
    11h
  • German
Language options: German
Starting time: 7:00
Price details
P 3,242.12 x 1 AdultP 3,242.12
Total
Price is P 3,242.12
Until Thu, May 14

English Tour: Pickup from Anisaras, Analipsi & Gouves

  • Activity duration is 10 hours and 30 minutes10h 30m
    10h 30m
  • English

Pickup available from specific points in the areas of Sisi, Malia, Stalis, Hersonissos, Anissaras, Agkisaras, Gouves, Gournes, Kokkini Hani, Karteros, Amoudara, Agia Pelagia and from centrally located points in Heraklion town.

Language options: English
Starting time: 7:45
Price details
P 3,242.12 x 1 AdultP 3,242.12
Total
Price is P 3,242.12
Until Thu, May 14

French Tour: Pickup from Anisaras, Analipsi & Gouves

  • Activity duration is 10 hours and 30 minutes10h 30m
    10h 30m
  • French

Pickup available from specific points in the areas of Sisi, Malia, Stalis, Hersonissos, Anissaras, Agkisaras, Gouves, Gournes, Kokkini Hani, Karteros, Amoudara, Agia Pelagia and from centrally located points in Heraklion town.

Language options: French
Starting time: 7:45
Price details
P 3,242.12 x 1 AdultP 3,242.12
Total
Price is P 3,242.12
Until Thu, May 14

German: Pickup from Anisaras, Analipsi, and Gouves

  • Activity duration is 10 hours and 30 minutes10h 30m
    10h 30m
  • German

Pickup available from specific points in the areas of Sisi, Malia, Stalis, Hersonissos, Anissaras, Agkisaras, Gouves, Gournes, Kokkini Hani, Karteros, Amoudara, Agia Pelagia and from centrally located points in Heraklion town.

Language options: German
Starting time: 7:45
Price details
P 3,242.12 x 1 AdultP 3,242.12
Total
Price is P 3,242.12
Until Thu, May 14

English Tour: Pickup from Stalis, Malia, Hersonisos & Sisi

  • Activity duration is 11 hours11h
    11h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 8:20
Price details
P 3,242.12 x 1 AdultP 3,242.12
Total
Price is P 3,242.12
Until Thu, May 14

French Tour: Pickup from Stalis, Malia, Hersonisos & Sisi

  • Activity duration is 11 hours11h
    11h
  • French
Language options: French
Starting time: 8:20
Price details
P 3,242.12 x 1 AdultP 3,242.12
Total
Price is P 3,242.12
Until Thu, May 14

German: Pickup from Stalis, Malia, Hersonisos, & Sisi

  • Activity duration is 11 hours11h
    11h
  • German
Language options: German
Starting time: 8:20
Price details
P 3,242.12 x 1 AdultP 3,242.12
Total
Price is P 3,242.12
Until Thu, May 14

English Tour: Pickup from Agia Pelagia and Lygaria

  • Activity duration is 11 hours11h
    11h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 6:20
Price details
P 3,962.59 x 1 AdultP 3,962.59
Total
Price is P 3,962.59
Until Thu, May 14

French Tour: Pick-up from Agia Pelagia & Lygaria

  • Activity duration is 11 hours11h
    11h
  • French
Language options: French
Starting time: 6:20
Price details
P 3,962.59 x 1 AdultP 3,962.59
Total
Price is P 3,962.59
Until Thu, May 14

German: Pickup from Agia Pelagia and Lygaria

  • Activity duration is 11 hours11h
    11h
  • German
Language options: German
Starting time: 6:20
Price details
P 3,962.59 x 1 AdultP 3,962.59
Total
Price is P 3,962.59
Until Thu, May 14

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Transportation by air-conditioned bus
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Driver
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Liability insurance coverage by ALLIANZ
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Zeus Cave entrance fee (15€)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Knossos Palace entry ticket (20 EUR)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch at the Olive Mill farm (optional)

What you can expect

This tour offers travelers the chance to explore the most fascinating highlights of the Lasithi Plateau and finish at the legendary Palace of Knossos. Discover the historic Cave of Zeus, the peaceful Vidiani Monastery, the traditional village of Krasi, and enjoy a guided visit to a local Olive Mill Farm. The day concludes with a guided tour of Knossos, where the ruins of the ancient Minoan civilization bring Europe’s earliest urban culture to life. Along the way, savor local flavors, scents of the wild Cretan mountains, and panoramic views of the Aegean Sea.

Morning Pick-up

We begin collecting participants from their pick-up points in the morning.
Depending on the location of your hotel or apartment, the total drive time will vary.
Drive from last pick-up: approx. 50 minutes

1st Stop: Vidiani Monastery – 25 minutes

Our first stop is the Vidiani Monastery, a small Eastern Orthodox monastery nestled at the base of Mount Louloudaki and dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Its peaceful courtyard, beautiful frescoes, and mountain surroundings create an atmosphere of quiet spiritual charm—perfect for a gentle start to the day.

Bus Drive: 15 minutes

2nd Stop: Psychro Cave (Cave of Zeus) – 1 hour 40 minutes

Next, we visit the legendary Cave of Zeus, believed to be the birthplace of the king of the gods.
As you descend into the illuminated cavern, you’ll encounter dramatic chambers decorated with impressive stalactites and stalagmites formed over thousands of years. The mystical ambiance and geological beauty make this one of Crete’s most iconic ancient sites.

Entrance fee: 15€ (not included)
Bus Drive: 30 minutes

3rd Stop: Village of Krasi – 20 minutes

Our journey continues to the traditional village of Krasi, known for its natural freshwater springs and the oldest—and largest—plane tree in Crete. Enjoy a refreshing short stop surrounded by lush greenery and authentic Cretan village life.

Bus Drive: 25 minutes

4th Stop: Olive Mill Farm – 2 hours

We then visit a beautiful Olive Mill Farm overlooking the mountains and the Aegean Sea.
Guests enjoy a guided tour through the production of local olive oil, honey, and handmade olive-based products. Afterwards, you may enjoy a delicious lunch made with local ingredients (at your own expense), in a serene setting full of natural aromas and panoramic views.

Bus Drive: approx. 1 hour

5th Stop: Knossos Archaeological Site – 1 hour

The final destination of the tour is the world-renowned Palace of Knossos, the heart of the ancient Minoan civilization. A guided tour reveals the fascinating history of Europe’s oldest city, as you explore restored chambers, colorful frescoes, and the remnants of an advanced Bronze Age culture.

Entrance fee: 20€ (not included)

Return to Resorts

At the end of the tour, we board the buses and return to the hotels where participants were picked up in the morning. Return time varies depending on traffic and individual drop-off locations.

Location

Activity location

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    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece